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Loch Ness
The area around Loch Ness forms part of the Great Glen which crosses Scotland from Inverness to Fort William. It is surrounded by imposing mountains and the long, spectacular expanse of the loch itself, not to mention the added attraction of the legendary 'monster'! With excellent road connections to the area, it is easy to see why this is one of the most popular of Scottish tourist destinations.
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Scotland's Most Famous Loch
Loch Ness is 23 miles long and is renowned for claims of sightings of the Loch Ness monster but none of the more recent scientific explorations of the loch have produced clear evidence of its existence. The A82 travels along the western banks and the B852 runs along the eastern shore to Fort Augustus at its southern tip.
Drumnadrochit lies 15 miles south of Inverness on the western banks of Loch Ness and its economy is centred around the Loch Ness monster myth. There are two exhibition centres providing information about the monster - the Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre and the Original Loch Ness Monster Exhibition. Boat trips down the loch to search for 'Nessie' or for fishing, depart from the village. The imposing ruins of Urquhart Castle stand high on a promontory overlooking the loch where many people have claimed to have sighted the monster.
The village of Cannich lies 12 miles west of Drumnadrochit on the A831 and is the main access to one of Scotland's most beautiful glens, Glen Affric and its surrounding mountains and lochs. Glen Affric National Nature Reserve is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, including wildcat, otter, red squirrel and eagles. There are many varied walks throughout the glen and several Munro mountains (over 1,000 metres) can be accessed from this valley. Invermoriston is a pretty village lying 13 miles south of Drumnadrochit where there are woodland walks to some stunning waterfalls.
On the easter shore the single-track B852, which runs down the eastern shore of Loch Ness, is a peaceful alternative to the busy A82 on the west banks of the loch and passes through Foyers where there are many woodland walks and a majestic waterfall.
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INDEPENDENT FEEDBACK
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| 08-Jul-2025 | Moorcroft Cottage DG1 (overall) |
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Everything was just about perfect. No complaints at all. | |
| 08-Jul-2025 | Chisholm Cottage AB8 (overall) |
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Easy to use site, good communication. | |
| 08-Jul-2025 | The Net Store FC6 (overall) |
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We booked the fourth time from Germany without any problem. Also in the future we will us it. | |
| 08-Jul-2025 | Kirroughtree Cottage AU8 (overall) |
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Excellent service. | |
| 08-Jul-2025 | The Old Kirk, Kilninver Estate CB1 (overall) |
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Easy booking, and lots of holiday places I couldn't find anywhere else. It was a smooth experience | |
| 07-Jul-2025 | 29 Pitullie GS4 (overall) |
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Lovely renovated cottage with the most amazing view. Loved sitting at the huge picture window watching the changing tides and wildlife. Everything was clean and modern. Gorgeous little villages within driving distance to visit along the Moray coast. Would definitely recommend! | |
| 07-Jul-2025 | Thornfield GK8 (overall) |
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We had the most delightful stay at Thornfield. From the moment we arrived, we felt relaxed —there’s a comforting, homely energy that invites you to exhale and settle in. The décor is absolutely spot-on: a gentle nod to the age and character of the old property, with carefully chosen touches that speak of thoughtful curation rather than cookie-cutter styling. Original features are beautifully preserved, making each room feel like a page from a well-loved storybook. The location couldn’t be more convenient—just steps from the centre of village life, yet when you retreat to the garden, it feels like another world entirely. It’s a little oasis: birdsong, bees lazily drifting between flowers, and that rare kind of quiet that only comes with being wrapped in nature. Truly a memorable stay. The kind of place that gently asks you to slow down—and rewards you when you do. | |
| 07-Jul-2025 | Islay Cottage CA4 (overall) |
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The information they give about the cottages is very well presented and gives clear detail about all the various aspects. Booking is very straight forward and there is generally good communication. | |
| 07-Jul-2025 | Windgill Cottage BG2 (overall) |
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Great cottage in tranquil area, very cozy, immaculate clean and well kept by the very friendly host. | |
| 08-Jul-2025 | Snowdrop Cottage GE8 (overall) |
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Tidy place just what we wanted |