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Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities

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Living area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fort Augustus, Highland
  • Clansman Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Allt na Criche
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Urquhart Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom on Mezzanine

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities

St Andrew’s Chapel is one of the premium properties within a Benedictine Monastery know as The Highland Club. Conveniently located near the spa and swimming pool, it is exceptional in every way. This spacious 2 bedroom property has an abundance of original features, in particular beautiful stained glass windows depicting Scottish Saints and large stone arches that have been thoughtfully incorporated into the room design. The majestic rib vaulted ceiling and large ornate stone mullioned windows give a feeling of spaciousness and presence. The kitchen is stylish and well appointed with a large island and beautiful dining area.

The bedrooms are located on the first floor, accessed from the hall. The large galleried master bedroom with en-suite bathroom projects over the living area, allowing views of the stained glass windows and changing light throughout the day whilst still affording privacy. There is a twin bedroom on this level, which has access to a shower room on the ground floor. All rooms have been beautifully designed and tastefully furnished with great attention to detail.

This unique and beautifully furnished 2 bed apartment was formerly St Andrew's Chapel. Designed by Pugin the Chapel has elaborate gothic features, this differs from the main Abbey Church which was designed in Norman style during a later period.

The Highland Club itself is set in 20 acres of private gardens 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.

A Welcome Hamper is provided for 7 night stays and a small Welcome Pack for short breaks. Our property manager will meet you on arrival and show you to your accommodation. As a guest you will have access to all The Highland Club has to offer.

Key Features:

PROPERTY TYPE: 2 Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor with Mezzanine

NEAREST AIRPORT: Inverness - 25 miles

NEAREST PUB: The Bothy - 2 minutes walk

NEAREST RESTAURANT: Boathouse Restaurant - 1 minute walk

LOCAL ACTIVITES: Fishing nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Skiing, Water sports, Walking

BEDROOM 1: Double Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite. Bedroom on mezzanine level (1ST FLOOR) with views towards the stained glass windows.

BEDROOM 2: Double bed( 1ST FLOOR with no window and ventilation fan).

BATHROOMS1: En-suite with bath and separate shower cubicle.

BATHROOM 2: Shower room on ground floor. High quality fittings with power shower, heated towel rail and ceramic tiles to the walls and floors. Luxury complimentary toiletries are provided.

KITCHEN: Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron and Ironing Board. The kitchen is fitted out to a very high specification and finished with granite work tops.

GENERAL: Central Heating, linen supplied. A welcome pack is provided on arrival. SPA towels and robes provided. Hair dryer provided.

DINING: Seating for 4. The beautiful open plan dining area has seating for up to 4 people.

ENTERTAINMENT: WIFI, Satellite Free View TV, Bose iPod dock, Board Games and Books.

COMMUNAL FACILITIES: Swimming Pool, Sauna & Steam Room, The Highland Club Lounge with snooker and WIFI, Extensive Gardens (20 acres), BBQ,Table Tennis, Tennis Court & Croquet. All equipment supplied by the concierge at no extra charge..

SUITABILITY: Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Smokers or pets. Caution for parents with young children, this property has a number of ornaments, this would not be a suitable choice if you have boisterous children.

SPORTS EQUIPMENT: 4 Tennis rackets plus balls, 4 Badminton rackets plus shuttlecocks, 4 Table Tennis bats and balls.

Property manager

Joanne Nicholson
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Fort Augustus is home to this cottage. Urquhart Castle and Well of the Seven Heads are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Allt na Criche and Lochy Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Clog and Craft Shop and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum.
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Fort Augustus, Highland

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Allt na Criche - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum - 14 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 21 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 24 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 40 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 70 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 - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities located?

This family-friendly Fort Augustus cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Clansman Centre and Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

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

Amazing

Love this place. Best Vacation Rental
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

l h.

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

Perfect!

The location is great for exploring the Highlands. The apartment is immaculate!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

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

Beautiful space in an amazing environment!

This space was perfect for 4 friends on a trip to the highlands. We loved spending time sitting by Loch Ness and wandering Fort Augustus. Definitely worth staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Definitely has the WOW factor!

We very much enjoyed our stay in this apartment! It was very well equipped and so unique. The beautiful stained glass windows and arches mixed with modern was very tastefully done. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Modern Monastery

Gorgeous room in renovated monastery. Beautiful property right on Loch Ness.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Beautiful

Even better than the pictures portray
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James & Lisa H., Baltimore, ohio

Beautiful Propery on Loch Ness!

We enjoyed our stay in St Andrew's Chapel. Such an unique place to stay! The buildings are beautiful as well as the grounds. We loved that it was right on the Loch! We could walk to Fort Augustus for a bite to eat or a pint. Nice restaurants with really good food. Everyone was so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

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

Beautiful Apartment

Beautiful Apartment in a gorgeous old Monastery. I stayed for a week with friends and we enjoyed the apartment, it is stunning when you enter the apartment, the photos are very accurate in the advertisement. I would recommend a stay there and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Amazing

Our time at the Highland Club was Amazing. The location as a home base for exploring near-by sites could not have been better. Highly recommend that you stay at the St Andrew's Chapel property. Very comfortable and all as promised.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Once in a lifetime

This is a once in a lifetime stay- such an incredible opportunity to stay in an historic place in a beautiful town. Check in was a travesty, but once we got into the room it was worth it

8/10 Good

Karon G.

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

2024 visit

Property is fabulous and Ft Augustus was a wonderful surprise. Request to provide ssistance identifying someone to contact regarding fly fishing went unanswered two times - would prefer more interactive information prior to arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Magical

Wow !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

St Andrews Chapel Fort Augustus

A unique and very comfortable apartment in what we hadn't realised was a very large complex but you hardly saw many other people. Plenty of activities on site including tennis, badminton, table tennis and snooker to mention a few with an efficient booking system which worked well. Lovely pool but is on the small side but steam room and sauna also. The Abbey is uniquely placed near the Loch and the Caledonian Canal with lots of activities available locally including golf and cycling with some water sports. We really enjoyed our stay, had a fabulous time and hope to return soon The staff from the Highland Club were welcoming, friendly and very helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Allan S.

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

Fantastic Experience

Fort Augustus was great and we enjoyed a couple of meals and walking around. The Highlands Club was much more impressive than we understood and we also wished we had planned more time on property. The view of Loch Ness alone was mesmerizing. Our particular apartment was in the Abbey with incredible architecture and stained glass windows. The apartment had everything including an incredible kitchen and dining area. We knew from the pictures that the decor was pretty specific. Furnishings including the beds were getting old and in need of upgrade. Overall, Fort Augustus and the Highland Club are very positive long term memories for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Just as wonderful as it appears in the photos

This property is as wonderful as it seems in the photos. The property manager, Mike met us as we drove up. He gave us a tour of the property and was helpful throughout our stay. The Chapel rental was all light up on our arrival and absolutely gorgeous. We appreciated the provisions provided. The beds are on the firm side but Mike provided us with a pillow topper. We enjoyed the swimming in the heated pool, playing ping pong and wandering the Abbey. The town is a short walk away, along with boating activities. We enjoyed dining several times at The Boat House restaurant. Would suggest dinner reservations, especially on the weekends. We would highly recommend staying at this very unique property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Stunning Stay

I was extremely happy to be able to book this property again. Very well appointed and clean, anything you may need is just a phone call away. It ticks all the boxes, especially location. The one downside is booking, there are way too many entities involved. When you look up Highland Club you may or most likely may not be booking with the actual Highland Club, and I think that causes quite a bit of confusion as witnessed by other people trying to check in. Also, the Highland Club is managed by a few different companies which is also confusing. I don't remember having such an issue last time we booked a few years back. Our stay was blissful, you cannot beat the location if you explore by foot or car. There is a ton of local information available, many activities in the Highland Club itself. We were able to catch the Highland Games just a fifteen-minute drive away.

6/10 Okay

thomas allen l., Aylett,VA

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Love and Hate

No one from management ever talked to us, maintenance man was of no help whatsoever. I had to reset hot water tank twice each day every day just to have heat and water. The electric curtains did not work and haven’t worked for 6 months according to maintenance man.. The sauna and steam room did not work, other than that the place was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

sebastien d.

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

très bel appartement

Conforme à mes attentes sauf pour la literie qui n est pas du tout King size ... la literie des 2 chambres n est vraiment pas confortable
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Fabulous

Great location and great digs. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M., Lehi, Utah, USA

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

Beautiful, interesting place.

Great historical place. Such a pretty area. Loved it. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

The property was stunning. Beautifully and interestingly decorated with an eclectic mix of furnishings. Well stocked for crockery etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Great location, gorgeous decor, and well equipped

A converted chapel complete with stained glass windows is certainly among the more unusual places we've stayed, but what Highland Club have done to make the place homely, beautifully designed, and luxuriously functional really helped make our trip to Loch Ness special. The Christmas decorations in particular added an extra touch of magical cosiness. Which is good - because I proposed to my fiancée up on Allt na Criche during our stay so I'm very glad the accommodation was as lovely as I hoped! The one thing we thought might have been an issue - the room temperature in December - was completely fine, and in fact we actually turned the heating down as it was so toasty. Other facilities like pool/steam/sauna and the Club lounge (pool table and snooker) were great too. Would happily return.

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

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

Excellent accommodation and overall stay!

The property is even better than advertised. Perfect luxury get away for two, we spent the first half of our honeymoon there and we’re very comfortable. The facilities are great and well equipped, great location right on the shore and close to the local amenities. Will definitely be back! (second bedroom small and would be slightly awkward with four adults due to main bedroom being a mezzanine- but perfect for kids)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

St Andrew’s Chapel

A spectacular setting with loads to do both locally and within the complex.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katy D.

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

Beautiful accommodation, beautiful setting

Stunning apartment, extremely well equipped, very unusual. We enjoyed the location on the shores of Loch Ness, within a short stroll of shops/pubs at Fort Augustus, and the facilities offered in the Abbey complex - swimming pool, billiards room and gym. Brilliant base for touring that area of the Highlands...
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

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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