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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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

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About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Clansman Centre. You'll find features like an indoor pool, a gym, and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna
  • 9 minutes by foot from Clansman Centre and a 3-minute drive from Allt na Criche
This cottage offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly cottage.

This Fort Augustus cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

61919

Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family of 4 had a 24 night stay. Overall a good stay, and normally would not comment on these shortcomings but at the price point it is worth noting. The layout of the unit is odd. The master bedroom is not enclosed and really no noise barrier between the rest of the apartment. We had an early riser in our group which made sleeping in the morning hard. The bedrooms are separated from the apartment by closing fireproof doors which took a lot of charm away. Unit has some wear and tear that could easily be fixed. The kitchen is not very well equipped which made cooking difficult. The oven is impossible to use and gave my wife fits every time she attempted it. The shared amenities (pool,tennis,gym) need to be booked and seem to fill up at the time you need them. The pool had a charge of 5 pound per person after 5 which is really disappointing. The stain-glass windows are a nice touch, but we lost reality with the weather because we could not see out, and generally makes the space dark. All that said, there are many great things too about the unit and we are glad we stayed here, but would not come again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment is beautifully decorated. Everything seemed to be of high quality, including the beds, towels, etc. The location is excellent as you can go north or south within an hours drive to reach many sites. The property is right on the lake so it is very nice to just sit and relax there. our only issue was with the man who checked us in and was supposed to show us the appliances, etc. in the apartment. He seemed in a rush to do this as quickly as possible, and was not terribly thorough. Because of this, we were unable to use the stove for two days, until we requested another staff person to come and show us how to use it. Secondly, it would be nice to have a few extra supplies on hand such as garbage bags and toilet paper, which there was none when we arrived. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend the apartment, especially for adults.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karon G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

l h., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

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

10/10 Excellent

Allan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Modern Monastery

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

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

Wow !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

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

10/10 Excellent

Erin M., Lehi, Utah, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

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

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Fantastic location with lots of activities for all family members. Wide variety of good eating places within walking distance. Will definitely return for another staycation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Abbey Church

Great property - full of character and great location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R., Cambridge, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Extraordinary flat in a unique, tranquil setting

Stunning architecture and well-appointed. Made for a wonderful base from which to explore The Highlands. Would recommend to any couples or families seeking an alternative to hotels or the traditional B&B. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Murray M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sleeping in a chapel.

Enjoyed the property.Very well equipped.Stained glass windows are wonderful. Only two complaints-no window in the second bedroom and the clothes drier takes too long.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

thomas allen l., Aylett,VA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Judith M., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness

Funky, modern chapel designed to please

Ancient walls and windows—ultra modern amenities! There were 2 reasons I gave this property 4/5 stars was because there were stairs and no elevator, AND the smaller bedroom’s bath was down another flight of stairs. If you’re physically fit, it’s perfect! Great location for exploring the Highlands and good food in the Boat House restaurant on the Highland Club property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

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