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Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus

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Exterior
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Looking out on the garden. Note the Pepperpot Lighthouse behind the canal wall.
Guests' bookcase

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fort Augustus, SCT
  • Clansman Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Allt na Criche
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Urquhart Castle
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus

Sleeps: Maximum of four
•Parties of one, two, three or four are welcome
•Twin + double room
•Not suitable for very young childen
•Traditionally steep Scottish cottage carpeted staircase
•Dogs welcome, at owners discretion
•No smoking

Inveroich has been a much loved family home for over sixty years and the present owners would like to share it with like minded, caring couples and small parties who would appreciate its charm, character and quality.

The property is situated in a unique and prime location at the head of Loch Ness. It enjoys uninterrupted and breathtaking views, being situated beside Loch Ness, the Caledonian Canal and the River Oich. Steeped in history, Inveroich was built as the Barrack Master's House for the old fort and is reputed to be the oldest house in Fort Augustus. A pre 1770 plan, reveals that this cottage was 'a keeping place for the malt', for the adjoining Brew House.

At the end of a no-through road, the house is within easy walking distance of Fort Augustus and all local amenities. There are pubs and tea shops, a park, tennis courts and a huge choice of walks through forestry land, along the canal tow path or up in the hills. Loch and river fishing are readily available, together with boat and fishing trips on Loch Ness.

Inveroich is decorated and furnished to an exceptionally high standard. The rooms are all light, airy and spacious and both bedrooms, the kitchen and the sitting room all boast uninterrupted views of the garden, looking across to the historical Fort Augustus Abbey.
The house sits within a large, very private and well kept walled garden.
There is ample private parking within the grounds of the property.
With storage and convector heating and secondary/double glazing, the Malt House is a cosy, warm and welcoming place to stay.

There are feature fireplaces in the double bedroom, kitchen and sitting room and all the rooms are well proportioned. The kitchen is well equipped, with a good quantity of china and glass, cutlery and cooking utensils.

The rooms are well proportioned with central heating or storage heaters as well as original feature fireplaces.

All cleaning materials are provided as well as hand soap, tissues and toilet rolls.

• The sitting room - with feature fireplace, comfortable furniture, TV and DVD player. View of garden.

• Bedroom 1 - double bed, feature fireplace, views of garden, Abbey and Caledonian Canal.

• Bedroom 2 - Twin beds, views of garden, Abbey and Caledonian Canal.

•Downstairs bathroom with large shower and toilet.

•All beds have electric blankets, under blankets, pillows and duvets. Towels and tea towels are all included in the price.
•Heating is included.
•Free WiFi.

Property manager

Amanda and Peter Prendergast
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not suitable for young children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please contact owner
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Located in Fort Augustus, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Fort Augustus, SCT

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 20 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 23 min drive - 30.9 km
  • The Falls of Foyers - 62 min drive - 81.5 km

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 39 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Fish & Chip Monster Co - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage beside Loch Ness, Caledonian Canal and River Oich, Fort Augustus located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Clansman Centre and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb cottage and location
Gracious hosts, quiet location along the lakeshore. Kitchen was well equipped. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Great cottage in a superb location. Fantastic as a base for exploring the area during the day, either walking or further afield in the car and close enough to the pubs and restaurant for the evening. Hosts were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ioana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightfully located little cottage
We enjoyed our stay here a great deal. The position of the cottage is sublime and it is comfortable. The stairs are steep and some ceilings a little low but this is easy to cope with!The garden is beautiful too. There are lots of nearby walks and good places to eat
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful area
Excellent location for day trips. The hosts were very kind and went out of their way to make Sure, we were comfortable. I would highly recommend this incredible location.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
The Malt house is a beautiful cottage nestling between the River Ness, Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal. We had everything we needed and our dogs loved the immense garden and the amazing walks around Fort Augustus. The scenery is amazing and it’s the perfect location to plan any adventures. We went on the Jacobite Steam train from Fort Augustus to Mallaig enjoying the highlands and passing film locations from Harry Potter and Highlander. A big thank you to Peter and Amanda for a warm welcome and the opportunity to stay at their lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Urs R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Canal Side House - Malt House
grossartig
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authenic in the heart of the highlands
We spent 5 days in this authentic Scottish cottage. A wonderfully comfortable retreat with lots of attention to detail. We were warmly welcomed by Peter and Amanda and were able to enjoy the beauty of their garden. The electric blankets in the bed were a highlight, so you could slip into a cozy warm bed. Theoretically, Fort Augustus is a tourist hotspot, but you don't notice it through the walls of the property. Either way, we often went on day trips to the Highlands during the day to avoid the peak times. From evening until early in the morning, Fort Augustus was very idyllic. And the location is unique. So close to Loch Ness and at the same time in the heart of the Highlands, so you could go on day trips in all directions. We could have stayed much longer in this beautiful and lovely vacation home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in Ft Augustus
This is probably our favorite place that we have stayed in many years! The cottage was just beautiful with everything that we needed. The grounds were lovely and close to all the sites we planned to visit. The icing on the cake were the owners, Amanda and Peter. Made us feel welcome as soon as we arrived and throughout our stay! Don't miss this one!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekt holiday in Scotland
Amanda and Peter are so nice and helpful. The Cottage is cosy and so beautiful. Its perfekt for trips to the highlands and around. We had a greatful time there and we will come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super accueil
La maison est très bien situé, les propriétaires sont vraiment très gentil, nous avons passé un excellent séjour. La maison est très bien équipée et très joliment décoré.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lydia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ten out of ten
Wunderschön gelegene, ruhige, gemütliche und liebevoll eingerichtete Unterkunft. Wir waren zu dritt und der Platz war völlig ausreichend, die Ausstattung prima, der Garten großartig! Peter und Amanda sind sehr freundliche und ansprechbare Gastgeber. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und kommen sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hervorragend
Wunderbar
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice original and quirt
Very nice and quiet accommodation in a busy little touristic place. Friendly and supporting hosts, we enjoyed our time very much. Not suitable for people who need a lot of space.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jörg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing in a traditional Scottish cottage
We had a great time in this cozy and well-equipped cottage, which is nestled in a peaceful garden, a great spot to explore the outdoors and see some castles (there are several types of castles within a short distance). Amanda and Peter are very friendly and understanding.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alanah K.

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Wonderful!
This is my second time and Jeremy's first stay. We love the location. Its so central to so many wonderful places. Their house and property is stunning. Its incredibly peaceful and private especially if you plan to stay in for the day. The local shops are were winderful as always and the views were spectacular. Amanda and Peter are so welcoming and lovely. By far, always a great place to stay! We highly reccomend it. Thank you again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Loch Ness
Der Aufenthalt war sehr schön. Peter und Amanda sind sehr nette Gastgeber. Das Haus und der Garten sind eine reine Idylle.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann E., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven
My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Malt House. Peter and Amanda are gracious and friendly hosts! They chatted with us and gave us several hints on non-touristy places to visit. So peaceful and restful in this charming little town right on Loch Ness! I hope to return someday! Cheers!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place to fell good
Peter and Amanda are very attentive hosts. The location of the accommodation is brilliant. It is close to Loch Ness and the Caledonian Cannal. The garden is beautiful and can be used with pleasure. From here there are many possibilities to explore the surroundings.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab
Fantastic wee place in a great location, the owners couldn't be anymore helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First visit to Scotland
The property is homely, in a fantastic location next to the Lock, river and canal and the hosts are very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too few days
Beautiful cottage and location Small issue with Wi-Fi but didn’t spoil break and data worked
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect location
The property is beautifully located between a river and a canal just far enough from the centre of Fort Augustus to be secluded but still only a five-minute walk away. The hosts who were wonderful live in a separate part of the property giving us total privacy but came round immediately when needed. Be aware because of the entrance steps and the interior stairs it is not for those with balance challenges.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous weekend away
A beautiful cottage in a wonderful setting. Couldn't ask for better and would fully recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L., Mannheim, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Absolutely quiet flat with a garden to enjoy as well. Extraordinary location right at the shore of Loch Ness and perfect starting point for visits of Loch Ness Region, Inverness or the beautiful Glen Affric. Very friendly hosts who will be there for every help you might possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, beautiful private gardens and a cosy cottage.
The pictures of the inside of the cottage do not do it justice. It has some new furniture and a quirky charm where the character has been carefully preserved. Really loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

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