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Birchview

Drumnadrochit, near Inverness, Northern Scotland
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Lovely detached bungalow with a pleasant modern feel, sleeping six (+ two) guests with enclosed garden
  • Situated amidst the magnificent scenery of Glen Urquhart, close to Loch Ness and visitor attractions in Drumnadrochit
  • Explore the wilderness area of Glen Affric with its excellent walking, cycling and climbing routes
Property code: OC-IN633

Guests to this lovely detached bungalow are in for a real treat! Nestled within the stunning scenery of Glen Urquhart and in an ideal location for exploring Ben Nevis, touring Glen Affric and attempting to catch a glimpse of Nessie, there may not be enough hours in the day for you to fit everything in. A perfectly-sized property for a large family and a couple of their four-legged friends, this place would be ideal for anyone looking for a fun-packed holiday where travelling far to find exciting things to do isn’t necessary.

The modern, open-plan lounge/dining area features huge, soft leather sofas which surround a cosy open fire and fluffy rug providing Fido with the perfect spot to stretch out and get comfortable for the night. Light streams into the room through the patio doors in the dining area making this a lovely place to sit and enjoy a family breakfast before a day of adventure. The three bedrooms are all a good size and offer fantastic storage, along with further views to admire. There are a selection of games and activities to keep little ones amused along with a large enclosed garden that both kids and canines will love.

Just 5 miles away is the picturesque village of Drumnadrochit where you’ll find a selection of shops selling everyday essentials and ‘Nessie’ themed memorabilia, cafes and coffee shops. The Loch Ness Exhibition Centre is an easy 5.5-mile drive and well worth a visit whilst in the area. Serious walkers will enjoy the Abriachan Trails, an excellent woodland and moorland 5.5-mile walk where you can spot millions of mini-beasts and enjoy great views en route.

  • 3 bedrooms: 1 king-size with smart TV, 1 twin and 1 bunk
  • 1 bathroom with bath, 1 shower room and WCs
  • Double sofa bed in lounge, Freeview TV and DVD
  • Open fire in lounge/ diner
  • Kitchen: Electric range cooker with ceramic hob, 2 ovens and a grill, American-style fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, filter coffee macine and microwave
  • Enclosed garden with decked area, outdoor garden furniture and garden seat
  • Shops 5 miles, pub/restaurant on site (opening times vary, please check prior to arrival) 
  • Additional info: When in season, angling can be arranged via the hotel
  • The 1st basket of logs will be provided
  • STL number: I-50340-F
  • EPC rating: D66
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Fiona MacDonald

This property is personally managed by Fiona.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Christopher 12th June 2026

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Reviewed by Jayne 8th June 2026

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Reviewed by Juergen 2nd June 2026

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Reviewed by Richard 20th April 2026

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The accommodation has been thoughtfully and well equipped to provide a very comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Alison 24th March 2026

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Perfect in every way! Recommended.. if youre scrolling for highlands, stop here. Such a fantastic cottage.

Reviewed by Anton 14th March 2026

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Loved our stay and shortbread and wine were a lovely touch .Location and views were great .Idea base for visting surrounding area then coming back to peaceful base where cottage situated .Bird feeders out back hanging in trees was ideal saw some assortment of birds including a sparrow hawk .Would recommend the cottage for ideal peaceful get away .

Reviewed by Rebecca 14th February 2026

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Lovely cottage, well appointed, we enjoyed our stay and were sad to be going home. There's plenty of beautiful walks around the loch and local area. Be mindful of the off season though, while it didn't affect us, there are a number of activities only open during peak season. The views from the cottage are not done justice from the images on the webRead moresite, one of my favourite things was sitting in the living room, cracking fire and a cup of something reading my book with a view of the loch. Hide

Reviewed by Katherine 4th October 2025

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Reviewed by Moira 27th September 2025

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Beautiful cottage, stunning views and dog friendly. Cottage is well equipped with everything you would need. Great location for exploring and we had some fantastic dog walks.

Reviewed by Lynne 20th September 2025

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Lovely well equipped cottage in a gorgeous location, perfect for dog walking, great places to visit and lovely view to wake up to every morning

Reviewed by Michael 9th August 2025

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Great cottage ,well equipped and in beautiful surroundings. We couldn't ask for anything more.

Reviewed by Adrian 2nd August 2025

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This is a fantastic cottage in a beautiful location, great for families (you will need car access) which is secluded and beautiful, within 10 mins of Drumnadrochit and less than an hour from places like Nairn Beach and Chanonry Point - would full recommend and we will be going back!

Reviewed by Bryan 19th July 2025

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Clean and well equipped. Wonderful location. Quiet.

Reviewed by Alan 12th July 2025

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Reviewed by Jenny 7th June 2025

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Reviewed by Colin 24th May 2025

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Reviewed by John 17th May 2025

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Been 3 times now and will return. We thoroughly recommend this particular venue to anyone.

Reviewed by Chris 10th May 2025

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We couldn't have been more pleased with Birchview cottage. Very comfortable The views are marvellous. The only problems we had were dealt with promptly. We have fallen in love with The Highlands. Thank you to all involved.

Reviewed by S 3rd May 2025

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We spent a magical week at Birchview. Amazing views from the bungalow with an opportunity to watch a lot of wildlife including red squirrels and a brief sighting of a pine marten plus numerous species of birds. It is close to the remote Glen Afric but also has easy accessibility to places of interest around Inverness. An excellent and very comfortaRead moreble place to explore from. Hide

Reviewed by Surinder 12th April 2025

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Ideal location less than 10 minutes drive from Drumnadrochit. Was the perfect base for us to take on some munros in the Glen Affric range. The house itself was clean and highly maintained throughout with every modern convenience, including a wifi speed that was sufficient for netflix streaming in the evenings. Just ignore any Google Maps instructioRead morens, the property is the grounds of the Glenurquart House hotel. Hide

Reviewed by Matthew 21st December 2024

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We had a fantastic Christmas holiday at Birchview, the property Is in a remote but beautiful location that suited our quest for solace nicely. The Highland cow experience at Drumnadrochit, exploring Glen Affric and Plodda falls (to name a few bits) are all memories we will hold for a lifetime. Thanks again for accommodating us, much appreciated.

Reviewed by Michael 21st September 2024

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We highly recommend this cottage. It was very clean and well maintained. The kitchen was well equipped. It is in a beautiful location, the views are just stunning. It was so peaceful sat in the back garden. It's only a few miles from Drumnadrochit which has several places to eat/drink as well as a few tourist shops. There are so many beautiful walkRead mores nearby. If you like walking then Glen Affric is a must. The host also left us some gifts which was a nice touch. We will definitely be coming back. Hide

Reviewed by Melanie 7th September 2024

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We had a fantastic time staying at Birchview, fully equipped, lots of lovely areas nearby very central. It was totally relaxing for the two weeks we stayed there with our little dog, Fred. Thank you so much for the welcome pack.

Reviewed by Stan 24th August 2024

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The cottage was very comfortable in excellent surroundings, couldn't have asked for anything better.

Reviewed by Kandasamy 17th August 2024

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The Cottage offers ample space for 4 adults and 2 kids. All the amenities were well provided. the Heating system and Hot water systems were adequate.

Reviewed by Claire 13th July 2024

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What a perfect cottage with spectacular views and everything you could need. We had a fabulous week and would definitely recommend this place.

Reviewed by Ute 29th June 2024

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Wonderful, spacious and very quiet cottage, located behind a hotel. A small but nice garden, fenced and with seating area. Inside is a big kitchen with all modern amenities, a big fridge, a nice and big oven, dishwasher, washing machine etc. The living room is well equipped, the internet works well and both bathrooms are as spotlessly clean as the Read morerest of the house. A tour to Loch Ness, Inverness, Glen Affric are all "around the corner" and in Drumnachdrochit you find food and restaurants. Hide

Reviewed by Carole 15th June 2024

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.