2-Bedroom/2-Bath Country Cottage for 5 near Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle, Inverness

2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Glenurquhart

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition7 min drive
Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre7 min drive
Urquhart Castle11 min drive
Inverness (INV)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Shower room 1

Shower only

Shower room 2

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Country Cottage Near Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle And The Village of Drumnadrochit

The Manor House is the original farmhouse of the country estate at Balbeg, near Loch Ness and Drumnadrochit, Urquhart castle and Nessie are close by. The house was built in 1888 and was fully renovated in late 2011 adding a new kitchen extension and conservatory, it sleeps 4-5 in 2 bedrooms, has 2 New bathrooms/toilets and a new kitchen and conservatory. The Manor House sits on top of the hill in picturesque Glenurquhart in the small village of Balbeg. The house has 180 degree views of Glenurquhart overlooking loch Meklie and up to the mountains of the West coast up to 40 miles away. The house is surrounded by a working hill farm and backs onto moorland. This is a beautiful and secluded location for anyone looking for a quiet holiday or a central location to tour the highlands. The Isle of Skye and the famous village of Plockton can be toured within a day returning to Glenurquhart in the evening. Inverness, is 20 minutes away. Castle Stuart golf course is a mere 25 miles away.

Property manager

Jim McGregor

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Urquhart Castle and Corrimony Chambered Cairn are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Aigas Golf Course and Glen Strathfarrar. Campbells of Beauly and Aigas Field Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting, mountain biking and ecotours nearby.

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Glenurquhart

What's nearby

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 7 min drive
Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre - 7 min drive
Loch Ness Gallery - 8 min drive
Nessieland Castle Monster Centre - 9 min drive
Urquhart Castle - 11 min drive

Getting around

Muir of Ord Station - 24 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Fiddler's - 7 min drive
Ness Deli and Cafe - 7 min drive
Shack's Fish and Chips - 9 min drive
Taste of China - 8 min drive
Lochview Café - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Cottage Near Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle And The Village of Drumnadrochit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Cottage Near Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle And The Village of Drumnadrochit?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Cottage Near Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle And The Village of Drumnadrochit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Country Cottage Near Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle And The Village of Drumnadrochit located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Corrimony Chambered Cairn and within 6 miles (10 km) of Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre and Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition. Loch Ness Gallery and Nessieland Castle Monster Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

8.8

Excellent

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Andy W.

31 Jul 2023

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

Our stay

Area was outstanding, the house was fine, but we thought it was pet free until told when there that a dog was there a few weeks before, and having allergies i wasnt happy about that.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

June R., NOTTINGHAM

15 Sept 2021

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stunning Location

Communication was good so finding the property and check-in was easy. The wifi was good too. We were greeted by an excited chicken who made our holiday. She would come running up to the door every day when she saw us. Stunning views at this place and lots of farm animals and wildlife to spot. We didn't use the living room or conservatory at all. We used the house as a base to explore the local area and even took a trip to the Isle of Skye. There is a fast electric car charging point in the visitors centre a short drive from the cottage and we used that to quickly charge up the car, completing 2,000 miles by the end of the holiday. Scotland didn't charge us a single penny for charging the car and instead we were able to eat out more often and buy more goods and services from local people! It was also the most fabulous sunny, warm weather apart from one grey day. Thank you, Scotland! The beds were comfortable, clean and the linen was perfectly ironed. The showers were fast and efficient.. The host was lovely and very friendly when he popped in to drop off a few supplies. Thank you for a lovely holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

KATHRYN R.

22 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

The property location is very pretty and we were blessed with fine weather for most of our stay. We saw barn owls and red kite from the conservatory, which was fantastic and the conservatory was nice to sit in. The facilities were as listed. However, the property had not been cleaned properly prior to our arrival which meant we had to sweep and clean surfaces before settling in. The renovations/extensions have been poorly executed and the finish is unsatisfactory. We would not come back to this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Irvin V.

17 Aug 2021

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location; house needs cleaning!

I will give 5 stars for the location - the view is amazing especially when foggy and during sunrise. It is on top of a hill, quiet and remote which we love. My son enjoyed the farm animals and feeding the hen that came to the house everyday. It was one of the highlights of his trip. However, the house needs serious cleaning! Having read the past reviews here, I assumed that the owner had taken action on this issue - unfortunately, nothing has been done about it. It was disappointing to arrive in the house nearly midnight, after a 12-hour drive with a child to find the place dirty and dusty. The bathroom downstairs was stinky, the bath towels did not look and smell fresh, the table cloth in the dining table was dirty and not washed. The pots and utensils were not washed well. Tabletops had crumbs and dirt. The dishwashing brush was left in the dish drainer with food debris! I ended up cleaning and disinfecting the place! We used our beach towel for that night and washed their towels. Because of the state of the place and Covid-19, I had doubts whether the beddings were even changed at all. So I washed them as well to be sure. Thank God, there was a washing machine and laundry soap available in the house. I hope this will be resolved. Otherwise, I advise future guests to bring some gloves and antibacterial wipes.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

17 Jul 2021

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

Stunning views and friendly animals

I found the property a bit basic in places but clean and tidy. The views from nearly every window were stunning. We really enjoyed all of the outdoor space including the firepit where we enjoyed making s’mores almost every night. This was further enhanced by the lambs, the farm dogs and a hen which came to see us every night. We really enjoyed her company. The location was great for touring and we went to many locations. We had a fantastic time. Thanks to the owner and Eric.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jim McGregor

I am Jim McGregor a native of Glenurquhart and Balnain.

Why they chose this property

I bought the property in 1985 from an old school friend with the intention of renovating and living in the house. However my work kept me from renovating it until last year.

What makes this property unique

The location of the house is one of its strong points, it is on the top of the hill and has some of the best views in Glenurquhart. It is close to Loch Ness and Glen Affric and ideally situated for touring the highlands.

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