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Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness

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Aerial view
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m

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Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire
  • Clansman Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Allt na Criche
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Urquhart Castle
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King size double

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

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About this property

Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness

Luxury three bed, second floor apartment in a converted Benedictine Monastery set in 20 acres of private grounds on the shores of Loch Ness. In the heart of the Highlands, this sympathetic conversion is an ideal base for exploring all that Scotland has to offer. Whether you are searching for outdoor adventure, or simply just want to unwind, this is the place to do it. From white-water rafting to whisky trails and ceilidh evenings, you'll quickly find that a week is just not long enough!

This luxury, spacious mezzanine apartment has been fitted to the highest specification. Tastefully decorated with stylish funishings and high specification fittings promise to make your stay both memorable and relaxing. There are a plethora of original features such as the majestic cathedral window in the open plan living area. This beautiful window floods the room with light with wonderful views over the Old School lawn and hills beyond. As a guest you will have access to all The Highland Club has to offer.

A welcome pack is provided. Our property manager will meet you on arrival and show you to your accommodation.

Property manager

Joanne Nicholson
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Fort Augustus is home to this apartment. Clansman Centre and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Clog and Craft Shop and Great Glen Water Park.
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Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • The Falls of Foyers - 22 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 29 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 29 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 39 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fish & Chip Monster Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness on 5 Sept 2025 start from AU$2,903.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Self Catering Apartment with Swimming Pool in the Grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness located?

Situated in Fort Augustus, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Clansman Centre and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Family Stay

We really enjoyed our time in Fort Augustus. Especially the accomodation located directly at the Loch Ness with the view, the stuff and possibilities.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

Enjoyed our stay, lovely property and unique apartment, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Very good location to start activities. Nice people in Fort Augustus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities

Beautiful historic property. Check in was a breeze and we were given a tour. 5 minute walk to town, shopping, and great restaurants. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

A great place to vacation

Had a great stay. Loved the location. A family get away for my fathers 80th, we were able to get two apartments together, which allowed the benefits of renting a much bigger place. The views from the windows were stunning and the size of the rooms were good.
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8/10 Good

Excellent stay

We had a pleasant time at log ness. Perfect surroundings and clean appartement. Would recommend it to all

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Living well in the Highlands

It is an incredible place. So many positives. The grounds and buildings. The swimming pool and full size snooker table. On site restaurant. On the shore of Loch Ness. A beautiful location within a short walk from town. Ft Augustus is quite small with limited resources but the locks on the canal are worth seeing. Even the unpredictable Scottish weather couldn’t dampen our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful and peaceful property

Lovely building with warm and friendly priperty manager. Large apartment, but wasn’t quite as listed. There were not 3 bedrooms; one was a loft at the top which was exposed to the noise down below in the living, dining rooms and kitchen. And there were not two king beds. The master en suite only was a double, which my husband and I had to sleep in since the large bed upstairs was a loft and with too many stairs. Sleeping was very uncomfortable since my husband and I don’t fit in a double. He’s 6’5”” and I’m 5’9”. Although we loved the property and village, I wouldn’t have picked this apartment had I known about the bed sizes and lack of s 3rd room. It was not as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, Peaceful Property

We enjoyed the cabin. It was great for our family of four plus my dad. We had easy access to the train station in Glasgow where we were able to visit some Highland Games. It was also close enough to Edinburgh that we spent two days there and in surrounding areas. The only down side was the lack of WiFi. If you’re from Scotland and are just looking for a getaway, this won’t be a big deal. However, we were trying to plan our time here, and not having working WiFi made it very difficult since our international data had run out, and we were only left with low speed connection from our phone service. The listing says there is WiFi, but we got kicked off as soon as we got connected (IF we could get connected.) You’ll also need to bring or buy whatever you’re going to need while there. We purchased paper towels and laundry soap, and there was only one hand soap for the three sinks, so we had to go to it when we were done in a different bathroom. Those were the only down sides though, and they were certainly manageable. We would definitely stay here again. The view was beautiful! The sheep nearby were so neat. I suppose if you’re from Scotland, you’re used to seeing sheep everywhere. We don’t really have them in the states though. We see deer and coyotes mainly. The kids also loved the hot tub. They’ve been wanting to swim since we got to Europe, but it’s been too cold, and we haven’t had a place with a pool. This was the perfect compromise. 100% would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Suzanne R.

Lack of sleep - attention to detail

I would like to start off on a positive note. We had a good welcome from Charles Canning, and the gifts were a nice touch, thank you. The setting and venue is amazing, beautiful and serene, plenty to do, and on the whole our apartment was clean and tidy, if a little tired looking. However please note the following: When I called and emailed as instructed to give our estimated time of arrival, I left several messages for Charles and had no response to some queries prior to arriving. When we arrived, he did inform me he had received the message but forgot to respond - not good enough. MATTRESSES - in the twin and master bedroom especially, the mattresses were awful, they were not just a little uncomfortable, but very. Three out of four of us slept very badly for the 6 nights were were there. This is simply not good enough, especially when a previous review had been left for us to see saying exactly the same. Painting of the walls in the hall outside our front door. Unfortunately the smell was re pungent and smelled of faeces, I have never in my life smelled paint odours like this. As it also came through to the apartment, it made it unpleasant for a couple of days. The gym was well equipped but again attention to detail is required. On a health and safety note, you should have displayed on the walls or in a book, the instructions on how to use equipment, for all equipment, including the weights. The water cooler in the gym, the taps to it were filthy, I had to clean this myself thoroughly prior to use. The batteries to the TV were missing. Again attention to detail.

8/10 Good

Claudia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Wir mögen die Abbey

Super Ausgangspunkt für diverse Orte in Schottland 😁 Die Ferienwohnung war super ausgelegt für vier Personen. Fünf sind etwas eng im Wohnbereich aber ging auch super. Ausstattung war super, alles was man braucht inkl. Bügeleisen und Brett sowie Staubsauger und diverse Haushaltsgeräte. Sehr viele Freizeitangebote falls man nur Urlaub vor Ort machen möchte. Kommunikation mit der Unterkunft war nur eingeschränkt möglich.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

95

The heater didn’t work well a couple of days, but Simon was there to repair it. Fantastic&kind person. But the apartment&the area were excellent and had a fantastic time.

6/10 Okay

William R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Beautiful location but we weren't prepared for the 51 steps up to the property with no lift. Double bed in en-suite room very hard but king size on mezzanine floor excellent (except for us OAPs having to go down and upstairs to the loo in the night!) Unfortunately dirty* towels had not been removed from behind the twin room door and family bathroom. The carpet in the living/dining rom was filthy* and when we brought it to the attention of property management, they admitted it had been like that for a long time. "Historical", they said. Not good enough for what is billed as a luxury apartment. We celebrated my husband's 80th birthday with a mea at the Boathouse which was vey good. Staff and other guests were good at sticking to Covid restrictions which was good. Obviously we were disappointed not to be able to have our family stay with us in the apartment and had to fork out extra for their accommodation elsewhere. Kitchen utensils were good but the welcome food package consisted of a small carton of milk, tea bags and sugar. The local shop was well stocked but expensive. The abbey grounds were interesting and enjoyed reading about the history. Beautiful location - pity about the not being able to use all its facilities and disappointed in the lack of luxury. ** photos available
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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8/10 Good

Roy W.

Winter Break - Loch Ness

We enjoyed our trip. Spacious and functional accommodations. Location was ideal, we appreciated the grocery store nearby.

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay

Lovely old Abbey. Quiet village surrounded by the beauty of Loch Ness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Gary C.

Gary’s from co. Londonderry .

Really enjoyed the stay... the apartment could have done with a coat of paint throughout however.. also the drawers in one of the bedrooms need replaced otherwise very good all round. Small criticism in an otherwise lovely spot ..
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10/10 Excellent

S.m.w. K.

Fantastic stay in the abbey

We enjoyed our stay in the abbey and didn’t want to leave. Charles was very helpfull. The abbey and appartement were both lovely, as were the swimming pool and the community room. We definitely wish to come back to the abbey
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Abbey stay, excellent location

Just as the others explained: superb stay at an excellent location. The amenities are good and the staff was super. Meanwhile if you can improve a little on the heating. :) Looking forward to come back again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rejuvenating stay.

St. Benedict's Abbey was rejuvenating. Stunning views, remarkable accommodations and fun areas to explore made for the perfect holiday get away. We loved the sausage rolls and cheese and onion pasties sold at a nearby butcher shop. There was something very healing about the abbey and Ft. Augustus.

About the host

Hosted by Joanne Nicholson

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Built in 1876, The Benedictine Abbey that's now home to The Highland Club is one of the oldest buildings in Fort Augustus and one of the most stunning buildings around Loch Ness. For many years, Benedictine Monks ran the Abbey as a school. There are many recorded sightings of the Loch Ness Monster by the Monks over the years whilst they stayed there.

Why they chose this property

The Highland Club provides luxury self catering accommodation in the Highlands of Scotland. This holiday destination is an ideal way to experience the best that Scotland has to offer for both young and old.

What makes this property unique

The Highland Club is just 40 minutes from Inverness and Inverness Airport, making it convenient to fly for a rejuvenating weekend break.

The location allows traffic free access to Aonach Mor ski area during the winter months and year round access to the Highlands and all the local outdoor/adventure sports. The beautiful beaches of the West Coast of Scotland can be found about an hour away with easy access to Isle of Skye across the new bridge at Kyle of Lochalsh. To the East there are several beaches in the Dornoch/Black Isle area. Whisky Distilleries are in all directions, while for the children, the Hogwarts Express is a train that runs along the valley where Harry Potter was filmed. The nearby ruins of Urquhart Castle, Cawdor Castle and the world famous Eilean Donan Castle are all within an hour's drive. Not forgetting the Loch Ness Visitor's Centre and the monster itself....

Whether you are looking to have a family holiday on Loch Ness, or you want a romantic weekend break for two, The Highland Club
is in the perfect location to offer something for everyone, whether you want to soak in the area's history, go on an adventure, or stay warm and dry, there are activities for everyone.

When you stay at The Highland Club, you have access to our extensive range of indoor and outdoor facilities, including:

Swimming pool
Sauna
Steam room
Tennis court
Gym
BBQ Area
Billiard table
Table Tennis
Archery and other activities

Languages:

English, French

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