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The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness

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Game room
A heated pool
Parking
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
TV, DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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Loch Ness, Scotland, SCT
  • Popular LocationClansman Centre8 min walk
  • Popular LocationAllt na Criche3 min drive
  • Popular LocationUrquhart Castle21 min drive
  • AirportInverness (INV)70 min drive

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Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness

The Ross is a fabulous holiday apartment with many excellent facilities included in your rental. It sits on the second floor of the Moat House in Fort Augustus Abbey, now known as The Highland Club.
The apartment has excellent views all round the Cloister Corridors, to the cricket field, Fort Augustus village and the hills beyond.
The Ross is rather warm and cosy throughout the year with gas central heating; it is therefore an ideal base for a family holiday or enjoying quality time with friends.

Activities
Walking, riding, canoeing – there are no limits for things to to.

For many of our guests, holidays are for relaxing and The Ross is a rather quiet place to enjoy the refinary and relaxing atmosphere of this historic Abbey. Alternatively, you can use your holiday here for fun and adventure on and around Loch Ness.

Furnishings are very comfortable and the rooms are spacious, retaining many of the original Abbey features so you never forget what a lovely building you are staying in. The windows in the master bedroom for example – you will sit up in bed staring at the windows, not so much through them, but upon them, as they are so beautifully crafted.

The Accommodation: The Ross
2 Bedrooms – Sleeps 4 +1 on sofa bed in the additional snug
Second floor luxury apartment
DVD, TV, Free Wi-Fi
Views over Cloisters

Lounge/Dining Room:
The lounge/dining room is bright and spacious with views over the tree lined cricket fields towards the village of Fort Augustus. It is well equipped with comfy sofas in the lounge area with Freeview TV and DVD player with surround sound to entertain you. We also have a selection of DVD’s, board games.

Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully fitted with top spec appliances including washing machine/dryer, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave, gas hob and electric oven. All crockery, pots, utensils and all other cookware you will need during your self- catering holiday is provided – just bring yourselves and your food!

Master Bedroom:
The cosy master bedroom has views into the Cloister Garden and out towards the Caledonian Canal through the stunning stone window. It includes a king sized bed, dressing table, wide screen TV with Freeview and DVD player.

The en-suite bathroom:
has a shower, basin shaving point and heated towel rail. A hairdryer is also provided.

Twin Bedroom:
looks out towards the Abbey cricket pitch and sleeps two people on twin beds. Perfect for the kids!

Bathroom:
Bath, basin, shaving point and heated towel rail.

Reading area or snug:
A separate seating area off the upstairs hallway giving you a quiet ‘get away from it’ all space while you read or relax. It can also be used to sleep the fifth guest with the handy sofa bed.

Facilities at the abbey include:
beautiful Club Lounge in the former monks’ refectory with 12-foot snooker table and WiFi. There is also table tennis, outdoor tennis court, adventure playground for children, outdoor football and badminton nets and restaurant. There is, additionally a BBQ area with picnic tables facing the world famous Loch Ness, cricket pitch and croquet lawn. Fishing is also available from the Lochside.
The swimming pool complex is operated by facilities company who charge a premium for entry to the pool. Restrictions apply. We will send booking and payment link closer to arrival time.

Fort Augustus Village:
The village is a few minutes’ walk away from Highland Club Scotland, with shops including a grocery store, pharmacy and post office. There is also a butcher’s, Caledonian Canal visitor centre, petrol station and gift shops.
In addition to the on site Boathouse restaurant in the grounds of the Abbey, there are some lovely places to eat in the village.
The famous Caledonian Canal was built by Thomas Telford and runs through the centre of the village. Watching boats going up and down the ladder of 5 locks is a fascinating way to relax with beverage in hand. The floodlit locks at night is a rather spectacular sight. Boat trips leave the village regularly while there is a bus service to Inverness and Fort William.

Extras included in booking The Ross:
All bed linen and towels
Tea, coffee and sugar
Access to Club Lounge
Access to Highland Club facilites which include:
Gym, tennis court, football pitch, table tennis, snooker table, and swimming pool complex (pool is for a small premium, we will send details upon booking).

There is no lift in the Highland Club, so if you have any difficulty walking upstairs please ensure you check your chosen holiday property details to ensure it suits your requirements.

Property manager

Charles Canning

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Fort Augustus

Located in Fort Augustus, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Allt na Criche and Lochaber Geopark reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Clog and Craft Shop and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 8 min walk
  • Allt na Criche - 3 min drive
  • Loch Lochy - 14 min drive
  • Urquhart Castle - 21 min drive
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 48 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lock Inn - 5 min walk
  • The Fish & Chip Monster Co - 8 min walk
  • Bothy Restaurant & Bar - 5 min walk
  • The Moorings - 5 min walk
  • The Boathouse - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness have a pool?

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

Is The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ross, apartment in former monasterty on the shores of world famous Loch Ness located?

Situated on the riverfront, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Clansman Centre and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint and Lochaber Geopark are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place - Top Story a bit too many steps
Great BUT too many steps for us old folk! (73+)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical stay!
We had a fantastic stay at the Abbey. The location was incredible and the apartment itself was well-appointed and comfortable. Terrific amenities. Five stars all around!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Really enjoyed staying at such a unique place. The Ross was bigger than we anticipated - upstairs living quarters and a nice downstairs living room area. Staff was incredibly friendly. I took off one star because the mattress was a little rough - we could feel each individual spring.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab place to stay
Great property, amazing location and a very special building. Apartment was cosy and well stocked. There are a number of steps to get to it and more stairs within the property so be aware of that if you have mobility issues. However, thoroughly recommend for a very enjoyable holiday. Simon was great and made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
What an amazing place to get to stay! As history buffs, we both loved the historic site. Added to that, the accommodations were luxurious!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland haven
Property magnificent and surroundings breathtaking. Apartment lovely and comfy ,although it did not have a satellite television as advertised.We also did not realise that the apartment was on two floors but accept this was our misunderstanding ! One small suggestion would be to remove the pot pourri / artificial flowers as they gave a rather tired and dusty appearance. We will definitely be back though .
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation with lovely location
A well-managed property in a beautiful location. I was impressed with the cleaning and social distancing measures.

10/10 Excellent

Maren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schön
Es war eine sehr schöne Wohnung mit viel Komfort. Der Ausblick aus dem Schlafzimmerfenster war besonders schön, Sonnenuntergang über der Abbey.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Birgit B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Lage und einzigartig
Alles in allem super. Ein paar Kleinigkeiten wären zu verbessern. Aber nicht der Rede Wert. Einzigartige Wohnung und Anlage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022