This one-bedroom apartment in Inverness City Centre offers views of Inverness Cathedral and Northern Meeting Park, Scotland's earliest Highland Games venue. This 44 square meter cottage accommodates two guests and is conveniently located for exploring attractions such as Torvean Golf Club, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£812/nighttotal: £1624 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 2 Bedrooms ∙ 4 Guests
2 2
cottage
This ground floor apartment, located within the historic Fort Augustus Abbey, is situated less than 500 meters from the village of Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness, with Inverness and Fort William a 72-kilometer drive away. This family-friendly cottage offers accommodation for four guests in two bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring a private enclosed garden, a dishwasher, and access to shared on-site facilities including a swimming pool and gymnasium.
9.2 49 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£336/nighttotal: £672 (2 )
Loch Ness Cottages
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cottage , Inverness
This charming cottage is located just 6 kilometres from the Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition, Loch Ness Gallery, and Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre, offering easy access to the area's top attractions. Guests have consistently rated the cottage as "very good", highlighting its comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The property is fully equipped with a kitchen, garden, and free parking, making it ideal for self-catering holidays. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, regular housekeeping, and a pet-friendly environment, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay for all.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£250/nighttotal: £500 (2 )
Pod 2
1 2
cottage
This cottage in Beauly, Great Britain, offers a peaceful retreat with complimentary self-parking and is situated within 10 kilometres of Abriachan Forest Trust, Moniack Castle, Campbells of Beauly, Beauly Priory, and Aigas Golf Course. This smoke-free, self-catering accommodation allows pets and features a functional kitchen, a garden, and a shower, with a dedicated picnic area for outdoor enjoyment.
9.8 19 reviews
Loch Ness
15/07 – 16/07
£2810/nightfor 1 night
Cottage ∙ 10 Bedrooms ∙ 20 Guests
10 4
cottage , Bearnock
Bearnock Lodge, in the Scottish Highlands, is situated 9.8km from Cannich village, near the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve, offering easy access to Loch Ness and Inverness. This ten-bedroom property, boasting 235 square metres of floor space, features two open-plan living areas, a grand dining room, a bar room with billiards, a children's play area, and sleeps up to 24 guests (with nearby apartment rental).
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£175/nighttotal: £350 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 1 Bedroom ∙ 2 Guests
1 2
cottage
This studio pod, located in Glaickbea, offers a secluded woodland setting on 28 acres, 3.2 kilometers from Kiltarlity village and 19.3 kilometers west of Inverness, providing direct access to ancient Caledonian pines and wildlife. Ideal for couples or solo travellers with a pet, this dwelling accommodates two guests and features a garden, on-site parking, a barbecue shelter with a fridge, and is conveniently situated for exploring Beauly and its outdoor pursuits.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£365/nighttotal: £730 (2 )
Moat House 6 - Ukc4889
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cottage , Fort Augustus
This two-bedroom apartment is located directly on the shores of Loch Ness within the historic Fort Augustus Abbey, offering panoramic views and convenient access to local amenities and scenic drives. This family-friendly cottage accommodates up to six guests and provides access to on-site facilities including a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, playground, and tennis court, with private parking for two cars.
9.4 3 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£243/nighttotal: £486 (2 )
The Hen House
1 2
cottage , Beauly
This pet-friendly Beauly holiday cottage is conveniently located within 10km of Moniack Castle, Campbell's of Beauly, and Beauly Priory, offering easy access to local attractions. The self-catering property boasts a private hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and on-site parking, alongside a peaceful garden; it is non-smoking and provides a fully equipped kitchen.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£459/nighttotal: £918 (2 )
3 Bedroom Accommodation In Inverness
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cottage , Inverness
This 5-star rated holiday home near Inverness offers river views and countryside, with the city centre just minutes away, and Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor Castle, and Loch Ness within easy reach. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom lodge accommodates up to 4 guests and features an open-plan living space with a woodburner, a lawned garden with a barbecue, and on-site beauty treatments, with game fishing, golfing, and walking opportunities directly from the doorstep.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£522/nighttotal: £1044 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 1 Bedroom ∙ 2 Guests
1 2
cottage
This one-bedroom apartment, Raven Wing Glenwood, is located within the historic Fort Augustus Abbey complex, set within 20 acres of private grounds by Loch Ness and rivers, approximately 1.8 kilometers from Fort Augustus village and 72 kilometers from Inverness. This family-friendly cottage offers Wi-Fi, a dishwasher, private parking for two cars, and access to shared facilities including a swimming pool and tennis court, with capacity for two guests in a king-size bed and an additional two on a sofa bed.
Loch Ness
03/08 – 08/08
£304/nighttotal: £1520 (5 )
Cottage ∙ 3 Bedrooms ∙ 8 Guests
3 4
cottage , Inverarnie
This former Victorian shooting lodge, built in 1869, is located in Inverarnie, 10 minutes by car from Inverness, and 20 minutes from Loch Ness, offering a historical stay with access to Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle. This family-friendly cottage accommodates up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a wood burner, smart TV, and expansive shared grounds for wildlife spotting, with a welcome pack provided.
10 2 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£367/nighttotal: £734 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 2 Bedrooms ∙ 4 Guests
2 2
cottage
This renovated two-bedroom holiday home, Ballifeary Road 56, is situated in a quiet residential area of Inverness, 1 kilometre from the city centre and 500 metres from Inverness Botanic Gardens and the River Ness. This family-friendly cottage accommodates four guests and offers a well-equipped kitchen, a lounge with a Smart TV, two bedrooms with en-suite facilities and Smart TVs, and private parking for two cars.
Best family friendly Loch Ness cottages
Among the 66 accommodations in Loch Ness, here are the 4 best family friendly cottages
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£320/nighttotal: £640 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 1 Bedroom ∙ 2 Guests
1 2
cottage
This serviced apartment is located in Inverness's conservation area, 200 meters from the River Ness, Inverness Cathedral, and Eden Court Theatre, offering easy access to shops, bars, and restaurants, and is a 10-minute drive to Loch Ness. This family-friendly one-bedroom apartment accommodates two guests and features a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and washing machine, private parking for one car, and two electric vehicle charging stations.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£366/nighttotal: £732 (2 )
2 Bed In Inverness (Oc-b32706)
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cottage , Inverness
This two-bedroom lodge is located in the Ballifeary district of Inverness, 1.6 kilometers from the city centre, with the Inverness Botanic Gardens and River Ness 800 meters away. This family-friendly holiday home sleeps four guests, offering a king-size bedroom with an en-suite, a twin bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen/diner, a lounge with a Smart TV, and private parking for two cars, all situated within a private courtyard garden.
9.7 2 reviews
Loch Ness
15/07 – 16/07
£971/nightfor 1 night
Cottage ∙ 2 Bedrooms ∙ 4 Guests
2 4
cottage
Rossie Lodge, a self-catering property in Inverness, overlooks the River Ness and is a short drive (approximately 10-15 km) from Loch Ness and Dores Beach. This two-bedroom cottage sleeps four, offering a king-size bed and twin beds, plus a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a garden, parking, and WiFi; a travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£941/nighttotal: £1882 (2 )
St Andrew's Church - Ukc4890
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cottage , Fort Augustus
This converted church holiday let is located in Fort Augustus, a village on Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal, approximately 72 kilometres from Inverness and Fort William, and just over an hour from the Isle of Skye. This unique two-bedroom holiday home for four guests offers a spacious open-plan living area with a vaulted ceiling, a fully fitted kitchen, a galleried master bedroom with en-suite, a second double bedroom with a separate shower room, and access to shared on-site facilities including a swimming pool and sauna.
Best Loch Ness cottages with a garden
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£1364/nighttotal: £2728 (2 )
Bearnock Lodge
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cottage , Inverness
This Inverness self-catering property is conveniently located within 15km of attractions including Corrimony Chambered Cairn, Glen Affric Nature Reserve, and the Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition. The pet-friendly cottage boasts five bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a private garden, free parking, and free Wi-Fi in communal areas, making it ideal for active travellers exploring the Highlands.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£732/nighttotal: £1464 (2 )
Sleeps 4 Guests In 2 Bedrooms
2 2
cottage , Fort Augustus
This luxury apartment, situated within the converted Abbey Church building of a Benedictine Monastery in Fort Augustus, offers stunning views of Loch Ness and is a short walk from the town centre. The two-bedroom property, sleeping four, boasts a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, and parking, plus nearby access to attractions like the Clansman Centre and Great Glen Water Park.
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£461/nighttotal: £922 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 3 Bedrooms ∙ 4 Guests
3 2
cottage
This Ness-Side 4 holiday lodge is situated against woodland, offering river views just minutes from Inverness city centre, with easy access to game fishing and golfing. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property accommodates 4 guests and features an open-plan living space with a woodburner, a garden with barbecue, and on-site spa treatments, ideal for exploring nearby Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor Castle, and Loch Ness.
9.7 53 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£259/nighttotal: £518 (2 )
East Craigdhu Cow Byre, With Open Fire In Beauly
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cottage , Beauly
This pet-friendly cottage in Beauly is situated 1.3 km from the Aigas Field Centre nature reserve, and within 14.5 km of attractions including Campbells of Beauly, Aigas Golf Course, Beauly Priory, and Moniack Castle. The 90 square metre self-catering property sleeps two guests in one bedroom and one bathroom, offering free Wi-Fi, parking, and a fully equipped kitchen including a fridge, freezer, and microwave.
Frequently asked questions about cottages in Loch Ness
What are the top must-see attractions in Loch Ness, United Kingdom?
Well, Urquhart Castle is a must-see; its ruins perched on the lochside offer stunning views and a glimpse into Scotland's history. A boat trip on Loch Ness itself is essential for the chance to spot Nessie, and to appreciate the loch's scale. The Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition provides a fascinating insight into the legend and the local ecosystem. For a different perspective, consider exploring the scenic walks around the loch, such as the shores near Dores.
How can one spend a 5-day holiday in and around Loch Ness, United Kingdom?
Day 1: Explore Urquhart Castle and take a boat tour on Loch Ness. Day 2: Visit the Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition and enjoy a walk along the shores near Dores. Day 3: Drive the scenic route to Glencoe, exploring its dramatic landscapes. Day 4: Visit Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, exploring its castle and Victorian Market. Day 5: Hike a section of the Great Glen Way, enjoying the beautiful scenery and fresh air. This is just a suggestion, of course; you could easily swap activities depending on your interests.
What are the best cottages with a pool in Loch Ness?
Is Loch Ness, United Kingdom a good destination to rent a cottage?
Absolutely! The area around Loch Ness boasts many charming self-catering cottages, offering a peaceful and idyllic base for exploring the region. Many are situated in picturesque villages like Drumnadrochit and Dores, providing easy access to the loch and other attractions. Booking in advance, especially during peak season, is highly recommended.
What are the best cottages with a jacuzzi in Loch Ness?
What weather, wildlife, or natural hazards might affect travellers in the Loch Ness, United Kingdom area?
The weather in the Highlands can be unpredictable, with rain showers possible even in summer. Pack layers and waterproof clothing. Midges can be prevalent during the warmer months, so insect repellent is a good idea. Be mindful of the water's temperature; it's very cold even in summer, and swimming is not recommended. The terrain can be uneven in places, so wear appropriate footwear for walking and hiking.
What are the best cottages for families and kids in Loch Ness?
Is the area around Loch Ness, United Kingdom pedestrian and cyclist-friendly?
Parts of the area are very pedestrian and cyclist-friendly. The Great Glen Way, a long-distance walking and cycling route, passes along the loch's shores. However, some roads are narrow and busy, so cyclists need to be cautious. Many villages have good pavements, but some rural areas may have limited or no pavements.
What are the best pet friendly cottages in Loch Ness?
Are there any unusual or hidden places to explore in and around Loch Ness, United Kingdom?
The Falls of Foyers are a stunning, less-visited waterfall. For a quieter experience, explore the smaller lochs and glens surrounding Loch Ness, such as Loch Monar or Glen Affric. These offer beautiful scenery and opportunities for wildlife spotting with less crowds.
What are the best cottages with parking in Loch Ness?
What are some of the best cultural experiences that allow you to meet locals near Loch Ness, United Kingdom?
Visiting local pubs in villages like Drumnadrochit or Dores provides a good opportunity to chat with locals. Attending local events or festivals (if any are on during your visit) is another way to interact with the community. Many local craft shops and businesses offer a chance to engage with the people behind the products.
What are the best authentic dishes to taste in the area around Loch Ness, United Kingdom?
Fresh seafood, particularly salmon from the rivers and lochs, is a must-try. Venison and other game dishes are also common and delicious. Traditional Scottish oatcakes and shortbread are perfect accompaniments to a meal. Many pubs and restaurants offer local ales and whisky, another taste of the Highlands.
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Best Loch Ness cottages with a jacuzzi
Among the 66 accommodations in Loch Ness, here are the 1 best cottages with a jacuzzi
9.4 3 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£243/nighttotal: £486 (2 )
The Hen House
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cottage , Beauly
This pet-friendly Beauly holiday cottage is conveniently located within 10km of Moniack Castle, Campbell's of Beauly, and Beauly Priory, offering easy access to local attractions. The self-catering property boasts a private hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and on-site parking, alongside a peaceful garden; it is non-smoking and provides a fully equipped kitchen.
Best Loch Ness cottages with a fireplace
9.4 12 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£499/nighttotal: £998 (2 )
Courtyard Cottage 3, Riverside Cottage
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cottage , Fort Augustus
This charming cottage is situated just a 10-minute walk from The Clansman Centre and a 3-minute drive from Allt na Criche, offering a tranquil escape in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. The surrounding area is perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the region, with stunning mountain and waterside views. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home comfortably accommodates up to 5 guests, with a spacious 108 square metres of living space. Enjoy a range of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private garden, a shared swimming pool, a sauna, and a tennis court, perfect for a relaxing family holiday.
9.6 7 reviews
Loch Ness
29/06 – 01/07
£365/nighttotal: £730 (2 )
Cottage ∙ 2 Bedrooms ∙ 4 Guests
2 2
cottage
This 2-bedroom holiday cottage in Lovat Terrace, Fort Augustus, is centrally located between Fort William (51 km) and Inverness (55 km), offering easy access to Loch Ness (800 m) and the Great Glen Cycle Route. This pet-friendly property accommodates 4 guests and features a multi-fuel stove, a separate sitting room with TV/DVD, a modern kitchen with a dishwasher, and an enclosed garden with bicycle storage upon request, ideal for exploring the surrounding Highlands.