Riverside Cottage, Inverness-Shire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Riverside Cottage

Welcome to the serene Riverside Cottage, a semi-detached bungalow nestled on the outskirts of the picturesque Highland village of Drumnadrochit. This delightful retreat is perfect for those seeking a tranquil escape with the added luxury of a private hot tub.

Accommodating up to 4 guests in its stylish and comfortable interior, the cottage boasts two spacious bedrooms, a cosy double and a comfy twin, ensuring a restful night's sleep for all.

The open-plan lounge/diner, complete with a traditional wood burner, provides a warm and inviting space to unwind.

The kitchen is a culinary haven, fully equipped with modern appliances, while the wet room offers convenience and accessibility. Step outside to discover the enclosed garden with a decked patio, garden furniture, and BBQ, perfect for al fresco dining.

Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures or simply to relax in the bubbles of the hot tub, Riverside Cottage is an idyllic base for your next getaway.

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Need To Know

✓Dogs Allowed: 1
✓Bedrooms: 2
✓Bathrooms
✓4 Star Cottage
✓Downstairs Bedroom
✓Downstairs Bathroom
✓Enclosed Garden
✓Open Fire / Wood Burner
✓Increased Accessibility
✓Hot Tub
✓Internet Access
✓Pub Within 1 Mile
✓Shop Within 1 Mile
✓Fishing Onsite / Nearby
✓Towels Included
✓Travel Cot
✓Highchair
✓Arrival Time: 16:00pm
✓Good cottage for families
✓Good for Cycling
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Parking onsite
✓Microwave
✓Accidental Damage Deposit £200
✓Accidental Damage Waiver £25
✓Oven with hob
✓TV

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What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests have been charmed by the spotless cleanliness and the exceptional equipment provided at Riverside Cottage. The overall comfort and prime location have received high praise. The secure garden, ideal for pets, and the proximity to local amenities, including a well-stocked supermarket and pet-friendly pubs, add to the appeal.

Getting there

To get to Riverside Cottage, if travelling by rail, alight at Inverness station and continue by road for approximately 16 miles. By car, follow the A82 towards Drumnadrochit, which is situated on the Great Glen way route.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	0.3 miles	IV63 6TX
Train station	16 miles	IV2 3PY
Pub	0.1 miles	IV63 6TX
Dog walk	0.5 miles	IV63 6UJ
Supermarket	0.2 miles	IV63 6UJ
Indian takeaway (Spice of India)	0.3 miles	IV63 6UJ
Chinese takeaway (Golden River)	0.3 miles	IV63 6UJ
Italian takeaway (La Piazza)	0.3 miles	IV63 6UJ

For families with Kids

With its secure garden and family-friendly amenities, the area is a great destination for families. Children will enjoy exploring the nearby Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, as well as engaging in outdoor activities such as walking and cycling on the Great Glen way.

Is Riverside Cottage A good location for couples?

Nearby, couples can enjoy scenic walks, cruises on Loch Ness, and visits to the historic Urquhart Castle for memorable days out.

Dining and Cafes

The closest eatery is the Loch Ness Inn (01456 450991), just a short stroll away. For Italian cuisine, La Piazza (01456 459069) is nearby, and for a cafe experience, Fiddler's (01456 450678) offers a cosy atmosphere.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find a Co-op supermarket, the Loch Ness Inn, and various local eateries, as well as picturesque walks and the village of Drumnadrochit.

Quickfire FAQs

Does the accommodation include a hot tub?

Yes, the property features a private hot tub, providing an indulgent space for guests to relax and unwind in the comfort of the enclosed garden.

Is the property pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one dog, making it an ideal choice for pet owners looking to enjoy a holiday with their furry friend. An enclosed garden ensures a safe environment for pets to enjoy.

What is the check-in and check-out time for this accommodation?

Guests can check in from 16:00 onwards, and the departure time is before 10:00, ensuring a smooth transition for your stay.

Is there parking available at the property?

Yes, there is off-street parking available for 2 cars, providing convenient and secure parking right at the property.

Are there any shops or restaurants within walking distance?

Yes, the property is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and pubs, offering guests easy access to local amenities and dining options.

Does the accommodation provide internet access?

Yes, the property is equipped with Wi-Fi, allowing guests to stay connected during their stay.

Riverside Cottage Reviews

Gwen

This holiday cottage is perfect in all ways, perfect location, so peaceful and of course the scenery is stunning. The cottage is more than adequate having everything you would need to make your stay perfect. Kitchen, livingroom and the 2 bedrooms plenty of room for your holiday clothes. This was our 2nd visit and once more wasn't disappointed.

Hazel

No improvements, everything was perfect. We had a fantastic week. Cottage was everything we wanted, totally dog proof for my little escapee also.

Diana

We absolutely loved our stay. The cottage had everything we needed and more. The arrival supplies left by Wendy were a great surprise. The cottage was clean and in the perfect location for walks and easy access to nearby stunning location. Plodda Falls were recommended to us by Wendy, so beautiful we went twice. Our dog loved the cottage and the seRead morecure garden was perfect for her. We all absolute loved our stay at the cottage and we will absolutely be back. Highly recommended. Hide

Linda

Lovely bungalow in a quiet location great for exploring locally.

John

Fabulous cottage, everything you need is there, plenty to see and do in the local area couldnt recommend highly enough

Peter

Lovely cottage just what we wanted.Location is perfect to explore the area

Susan

Truly lovely place to stay, very comfortable and clean. Landlady Wendy is friendly and helpful. The cottage is well stocked with kitchen equipment and there are also books and jigsaws in case of rainy days (this is Scotland after all!) as well as leaflets and guides on things to do, walks, places to visit. Great location, on the outskirts of DrumnaRead moredrochit, and with a pub doing great food within throwing distance. Hot tub a delightful and relaxing treat too. Hide

Ellen

Great location, lovely hosts, lovely home, pictures dont do it justice

Sarah

A beautiful & cosy cottage situated in a great location for exploring Loch Ness and the surrounding area. Wendy is a fantastic host - leaving some little treats for our arrival and easily contactable if we had any queries. The cottage itself is more than well equipped - we had everything we needed and only topped up on products that we used during Read moreour stay such as toilet paper and bleach. The hot tub is a real bonus and it is HUGE - a definite win for our 2 children. Would highly recommend. Hide

Fran

Excellent cottage - warm throughout (even without the log burner), clean and lots of facilities / equipment provided. The hot tub was fantastic! Location was great and the cottage easy to find. Lots of leaflets on walks in the area are provided and Wendy was very helpful and quick to respond. In particular we would suggest visiting Divach and PloddRead morea Falls (details on both in the house). Would thoroughly recommend - we had a very enjoyable stay. Hide

Zerina

A wonderful Valentines week in this romantic cottage. A few minutes from a great pub and restaurant, and not far from the main shop. Great walks and a great wee village. Didn't spot Nessie though.

Sharon

Ideal Christmas getaway close to Loch Ness. The cottage was perfect for us and our dog with a secure garden. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and food. The cottage was clean and tidy, with plenty of towels. The underfloor heating kept the rooms warm and the added benefit of the log burner for the colder nights. The hot tub was a good sizeRead more. The pub and a well stocked coop supermarket nearby. Lots of walks in all different directions straight from the front door, maps provided. Hide

Alexander

Searched for a holiday home that was pet friendly. Preferably in a town with quiet location, ideally close by to amenities, shops, and a pet friendly bar here or there. What a"Gem" of a find this was! Ticked every box. Bonuses Very clean, 1st class private hot tub in a secure fenced garden for our dog. The owner (Wendy) txt us hrs before actual cheRead moreck in time to inform us the property was now accessible. Really appreciated. Owner non intrusive but very friendly. Our best holiday rental to date! Hide

Grant

Everything from start to finish was brilliantly welcoming and a lovely cottage for our stay. Will most definitely return in the future.

Nick

This is a lovely well presented cottage with everything you could possibly need , the hot tub was a bonus and ready to use when we arrived, the owner of the cottage was lovely and helped with any questions we had for days out or local information. There was also plenty of leaflets for local days out , will definitely be booking again

William

Lovely wee cottage. Well equipped.Had everything we needed. The Prosecco, cake and biscuits on arrival were very welcome and a nice touch. Owner was very helpful. There is a good co-op store 5 mins walk away. Also a great wee Italian where we had superb pizza takeaway one evening. 2 mins walk across the road is the Loch Ness Inn. I'm glad we bookedRead more Sat night in advance as it was busy. We all enjoyed our meals there. 10-15 min walk away is the centre of Drumnadrochit. Easy 13m drive to Loch Ness. Hide

Simon

The cottage was fantastic had everything we needed. The hot tub was was easy to use. And everything was geared up around that so had hard wood floors. And wet room to shower in. Plenty of towels as well. Kitchen was fully stocked and a few nice surprises as well. With a dinner table and chairs. Had a really great stay thoroughly enjoyed it would ha ppily stay again.

Gwen

This accommodation was everything and more, spotlessly clean and everything that you would need for a perfect relaxing stay

William

The cottage exceeded our expectations .. Great value and great location. Although we did not meet the owner (Wendy), we communicated by text a couple of times and she responded promptly. We would definitely book again.

Gillian

Beautiful cottage very homely and comfortable loved all the extras and the hot tub,Places to visit suggested by the owner were amazing places to visit

Charles

What a wonderful very well equipped cottage/bungalow, so comfortable and cosy in a great location. Although in a small cul de sac in a small village, the property was secluded with an enclosed garden so our dog could get out safely. Hot tub and shaded sitting area also very welcome in early season to sit out. Various and accessible wooded walks all nearby with a hotel pub restaurant also just 5 mins walk with an excellent reasonably priced varied menu and cafe tearoom options all nearby too.

Philip

This is a delightful cottage in a lovely area. Lots of great walks and many nice eateries within walking distance. The cottage is very well equipped and the owner left thoughtful welcome gifts. The hot tub was a bonus indulgence. Would definitely recommend. Great value for money.

Louise

Beautiful cottage. Well equipped, spotlessly clean and attention to detail was superb. Very warm and comfortable. We had a lovely time, and highly recommend.

John

A cosy, modern and well equipped cottage within walking distance of all the facilities you need in the wonderful village of Drumnadrochit. The lovely welcome pack of Christmas home bakes didn't last long! Our booking was extended by the host at very short notice which was greatly appreciated.

Kathleen

Excellent clean cosy cottage. Under floor heating. Lovely outside area. Great location. Highly recommend.

Stephen

Arrived home yesterday. Fantastic cottage great layout brilliant location very quiet . High standard across the board very clean lots of extras left by wendy(owner) cookies strawberries and fudge cake prosecco lots of nice touches tea coffee pantry cupboard had useful things in it plenty of cleaning stuff eg dishwasher tablets washing up liquid sco urers very pleasant break and the outdoor area with amazing hot tub and dining area great way to end a busy day my 12 year old twins loved it.

James

Awesome wee cottage with big features. Ideal for a family of four wishing to explore the highlands due to its central location. Clean, well equipped and the hot tub is amazing to relax in under the stars.

Laura

Great little cottage as our base for my partner completing the Loch Ness marathon. Nice secure garden for our dog & hot tub was great. Nice little extras from the owners including prosecco, raspberries, cookies & a fudge cake.

Sarah

Lovely cottage, amazing hot tub, conveniently located everything you need within walking distance. Some lovely walks nearby and Inverness and other tourist attractions within 30 minute - 1hr drive away. Would love to come back some day!

Elizabeth

Not really any view as was in little cul de sac. But walkable views

David

Was a fantastic bungalow great location 10 out of 10.

Alicia

We had a fantastic stay here at Riverside cottage. It was far too short! The hot tub is fab after a long walk exploring the area. The cupboards had loads of helpful bits stocked and the owner is really lovely. We would love to visit again i

Vicki

We loved our stay here. From the moment we arrived it was clean, tidy and welcoming, with everything you need and more. There was cleaning products available to use , ice in the freezer, strawberries, cakes and prosecco for us, there is plenty of storage in the bedrooms, hairdryer supplied. The outdoor space was great for the kids and dog to play i n, the hot tub was a nice treat at the end of our day, and we loved the outdoor seating area where we ate our tea most nights. Highly recommend!

Colin

Great location with plenty to do in local area,lots of walks and bike routes. Local pubs are close by.Was so nice coming back to the hot tub after a long day. Wendy was lovely with lots of extra touches made to make sure we enjoyed our stay.will be back.

Rebecca

A lovely cottage in a beautiful area, located within easy reach of shops and pubs with food options. Very comfortable stay, and the hot tub was a definite bonus.

Theresa

Lot's of little extras that made things so much easier (spices, cooking items). Location is so central without being in a busy city. Highly recommend

James

well set out with all that is required for a comfortable stay and only a short walk from a very good local restaurant

Philip

Close enough to get anywhere you want but far rough away to get your piece and quiet! Highly recommend this cottage to any on lookers Friendly locals Easy access Great parking and the owner really tries to accommodate above and beyond expectations! And the hot tub was amazing after our hike across Ben Nevis !

Gillian

Super cottage, lots of thought put into it. Lovely host and nothing was too much trouble. Well located for Loch Ness and Inverness, Glen Affric, Black Isle and more. SUPER hot tub, just the job after a days driving. Loch Ness Inn very close, great food.

Margaret

Fantastic cottage with Hot-tub had everything we needed and was extremely clean great location to visit Loch Ness, Fort Augustus, Inverness and many more beautiful surrounding places had a lovely relaxing holiday

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Attractions Near Riverside Cottage

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Riverside Cottage itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Inverness-Shire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - IV3 8JG

about 0 Miles

Winner of the Best Visitor Experience in the Highlands 2011 - 2012 award, this centre opened 30 years ago and has been enthralling visitors with the legend of the Loch Ness monster ever since. It features a new hi-tech multi-media presentation that takes you through 7 themed areas and 500 million years of history of the loch. Learn about the folklore and facts of the loch. There's mystery in the water!

Urquhart Castle - IV63 6XJ

about 1 Mile

Explore this ancient Pictish Fort and experience a thousand years of history. This famous castle overlooks lock ness and has played host to many famous names and battles over the centuries. It remains an impressive castle despite its ruinous state.

Landmark Theme Park - IV31 6SS

about 24 Miles

Landmark Theme Park is a popular family attraction in Scotland and is a great choice for those with children of varied ages. The site is packed with attractions to keep the whole family amused. Landmark is rather unique as a theme park as it is based around nature. Activities include Tree Topping and Rock climbing although there are also some more traditional theme park rides such as a log flume. The park is abundant with nature including Red Squirrels and Clydesdale Horses and there is also a new Pinewood Grill for tasty snacks and a Gift Shop.