Luxury, pet friendly cottages with hot tubs on the Great Glen by Loch Ness.

Loch Ness Escapes offers a stunning collection of luxury farmhouses and cottages situated within the historic Dochfour Estate. Here, you can immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the Scottish Highlands while remaining just minutes from city conveniences and excellent transport connections.

Dunaincroy Farmhouse

Dunaincroy Farmhouse offers a perfect retreat with extensive secure gardens, an orchard and stunning canal views. Relax on the raised deck with soft seating and a dining area, warm up by the fire pit with log seating and a Japanese plate BBQ, or unwind in the wood-fired hot tub under a fairy-lit pagoda. Inside, the cosy sitting room features a log burner, Smart TV, DVDs, games and books, while the open-plan kitchen/diner boasts canal and hill views, modern appliances and seating for up to eight. Four spacious bedrooms include a ground-floor king-size with hill views, two upstairs king-size rooms and a twin with canal vistas. Three bathrooms, one downstairs and two upstairs are stocked with luxury Highland Soap Company toiletries and separate towels are provided for hot tub dips. Hypoallergenic Egyptian cotton bedding ensures comfort, with stair gates, cots and high chairs available on request. Short Term Let Licence Number: HI-50034-F. EPC Rating: E.

Balnacraig

Balnacraig is a secluded cottage with a large, fenced garden offering sweeping views and direct access to the hills and forest. Perfect for outdoor relaxation, it features a terrace for alfresco dining, a fire pit and a fairy-lit pagoda with a hot tub. Inside, the cosy sitting room has a wood-burning stove, smart TV, books and games, while the fully equipped kitchen/diner includes modern appliances and seating for five. Two luxurious king-sized bedrooms feature high-quality Egyptian cotton bedding, with an en-suite and garden access downstairs and a larger bedroom with a full bathroom upstairs. Organic toiletries from the Highland Soap Company and a utility room with laundry facilities complete this tranquil Highland retreat. Short Term Let Licence Number: HI-50022-F. EPC Rating: C.

Upper Dunain Cottage

Upper Dunain offers a private Highland retreat with a large fenced garden, direct access to hills and forest and a terrace with soft seating and dining space. Relax by the sunken fire pit with log seating or in the hot tub under a lit pagoda set on your private hillside. Inside, the cosy sitting room features a wood-burning stove, books, games and a smart TV, while the fully equipped kitchen/diner includes modern appliances, a dining table for five, an electric wood-burner and a sound docking system. Two king-size bedrooms, one convertible to twin beds, have French windows opening to the garden and two bathrooms include a shower room and a bath with scenic hill views. High-quality Egyptian cotton bedding and organic Highland Soap Company toiletries ensure a luxurious stay. A utility room with laundry facilities and storage adds convenience, with a cot available on request. Short Term Let Licence Number: HI-50030-F. EPC Rating: C.

Middleton Farmhouse

Middleton Farmhouse, set in a large fenced garden with stunning water views, is just a 2-minute walk from Loch Ness's beautiful Lochend beach. Relax on the terrace with soft seating and dining areas, enjoy the fire pit/BBQ by the wood-burning hot tub, or play table tennis in the old barn nearby. Inside, the cosy sitting room features a wood-burning stove, books, games and a smart TV, while the fully equipped kitchen includes modern appliances and leads to a sunlit dining area with panoramic views. The three bedrooms include a downstairs king-size with an en-suite and upstairs a king-size and a twin, along with a charming family bathroom featuring a slipper tub. Luxurious hypoallergenic Egyptian cotton bedding and organic Highland toiletries ensure a comfortable stay, with a cot and high chair available on request.

Garden Cottage

Situated in the historic Dochfour gardens, Garden Cottage offers a secluded retreat with its own private garden and wood-fired hot tub. Relax in the outdoor seating and dining area, complete with a fire pit/BBQ, or unwind in the cosy sitting room with a wood-burning stove, Smart TV, books and games. The open-plan kitchen/diner is fully equipped with modern amenities, complemented by a utility room with a washer, dryer and extra storage. The cottage features three bedrooms: a downstairs king-size with an adjoining shower room, an upstairs king-size overlooking the walled garden and a twin room with loch views, along with a family bathroom. Luxurious hypoallergenic Egyptian cotton bedding and organic Highland toiletries ensure comfort, with a cot and high chair available on request.

Glen View

Surrounded by large fenced gardens with direct hill access and views of historic Dunain House ruins and Loch Ness, this property offers a serene Highland escape. Outdoor amenities include a soft-seating dining area, fire pit, log seating and a wood-fired hot tub. Inside, the spacious sitting room features a wood-burning stove, Smart TV, books, games and a dining area suitable for meals, work, or games. The fully equipped kitchen boasts valley views and seating for four, with a utility room and attached indoor shed nearby. Two king-size bedrooms include a master with hill-view windows and an en-suite shower room and a second with a four-poster bed and French doors to the garden. A family bathroom offers both a bath and shower. Luxurious hypoallergenic Egyptian cotton bedding and organic Highland toiletries ensure comfort, with a cot and high chair available on request.

Visiting the Area

Discover the enchanting wilderness of Loch Ness and the Highlands right at your doorstep, while enjoying the convenience of nearby city amenities and excellent transport links. Whether you're 8 or 80, the area offers something for everyone, explore forests, hills, glens, castles and beaches; indulge in whisky tours, culinary delights, golf, or adventure sports; enjoy nature spotting, leisure cruises, or simply relax and recharge.

All of the properties are pet friendly, maximum of 2 pets per home, £35 per pet, per stay.