The Hen House in Inverness-Shire | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About The Hen House

Escape to The Hen House, a charming retreat nestled in the heart of the Highland estate of Belladrum. This architecturally listed cottage is a romantic haven, perfect for couples seeking a serene getaway.

Accommodating two guests, this studio-style abode boasts an open-plan living space with a luxurious four-poster bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep.

The cottage is complete with a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy dining area, and a sumptuous bathroom.

Step outside to discover your private garden, where a log-fired hot tub awaits to soak away your stresses under the stars. With off-road parking and a plethora of modern amenities, including broadband/WiFi, this is a countryside escape with a touch of luxury.

Whether you're looking for tranquillity or an adventure in the Highlands, The Hen House offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for an unforgettable cottage break.

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Need To Know

✓Air-sourced heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV and WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Travel cot and highchair on request
✓ Off-road parking for one car
✓ Enclosed front garden with graveled area, log-fired hot tub and seating
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 1.6 miles, pub 2 miles
✓ 1 well behaved dog welcome
✓ Note: This property isn't suitable for wheelchair users and is on a working farm
✓ Please note that due to a festival, the estate may be busier than usual from 13/7/24 to 09/8/24 The festival runs from 25/7/24 to 27/7/24
✓ Please note: The property has a Christmas market happening on 17th December 11:00 to 23:00 at Belladrum Farm
✓ There will be market stalls, bar, entertainments etc
✓ The farm will therefore be busier than usual that day
✓ Note: This property isn't suitable for wheelchair users and is on a working farm

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of The Hen House, praising its perfect location for exploring local tourist spots. The thoughtful details, such as wine, chocolate, and robes for the hot tub, were highly appreciated. The property's cleanliness, comfort, and the luxury touches throughout made stays memorable. The hot tub, in particular, was a highlight for many.

Getting there

To get to The Hen House, take the A862 road towards Beauly. If travelling by train, alight at Beauly railway station. For those driving, the A9 and A82 provide access to the region, with clear signage to guide you to the estate.

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	1.6 miles	PH32 4DE
Train station (Beauly)	2 miles	IV4 7EH
Pub	2 miles	IV4 7BQ
Dog walk	0.5 miles	IV4 7BB
Supermarket	1.6 miles	IV4 7DA
Indian takeaway (Spice of India)	1.6 miles	IV4 7DF
Chinese takeaway (Golden City)	1.6 miles	IV4 7DR
Italian takeaway (Pizzeria)	1.6 miles	IV4 7DS

For families with Kids

While the accommodation's luxurious touches are more adult-oriented, the surrounding area offers plenty for children to enjoy. The estate itself provides ample space for outdoor play and exploration. Nearby, families can visit attractions like the Inverness Botanic Gardens or the Landmark Forest Adventure Park, ensuring a fun-filled stay for guests with children.

Is The Hen House A good location for couples?

This destination is a romantic idyll for couples, offering a serene setting and luxurious amenities on-site. For nearby romantic excursions, couples can explore the enchanting Loch Ness, visit the historic Urquhart Castle, or take scenic drives through the breathtaking Highland landscapes, making it an ideal retreat for lovebirds.

Dining and Cafes

Closest to the cottage is the delightful Corner on the Square café (01463 783000), followed by the warm and welcoming Priory Hotel restaurant (01463 782309). For a taste of Italian cuisine, visit Caffe Vittoria (01463 782270).

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the charming village of Beauly, picturesque river walks, local shops for essentials, and inviting inns and pubs for a taste of Scottish hospitality.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation boasts a private log-fired hot tub in the garden, providing a luxurious spot for relaxation under the open sky.

Is this property pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one well-behaved dog, making it an ideal choice for pet owners looking to enjoy a break with their furry friend.

Is there off-road parking available?

Yes, guests have access to off-road parking for one car, ensuring convenience and security throughout their stay.

Does the accommodation offer any baby-friendly amenities?

A travel cot and highchair are available on request, catering to the needs of guests with a baby.

Is there a garden or patio at this property?

Yes, the property features an enclosed front garden with a graveled area, providing a serene outdoor space to unwind.

Are there any internet facilities available?

Yes, the property is equipped with broadband/WiFi, allowing guests to stay connected during their rural retreat.

The Hen House Reviews

Hamish

Had an enjoyable and relaxing long weekend at the Hen House, which is easily the best equipped cottage we have stayed in before. Hope to return soon!

A very nice little property thank you for the wine and chocolate . Some information on local amenities such as doctor or dentists would I think be prudent. We didn't need All in all a good facility.

Jeanette

We were a little warm at night and was unsure how to alter heating but apart from that a fab stay and a very well thought out cottage. Hot tub was lovely!

I really love its perfect just need more information for pick up the key when ... I really love its perfect just need more information for pick up the key when they arrive For h the the rest just lovely house I really enjoy my Holliday

Lovely peaceful location had a fantastic wee break. Check in could be earlier though

Steven

This is the 2nd time in past 3 months we have stayed in this wonderful dreamlike property. We experienced exactly the same feelings as we did on our first visit and it felt so us! So comfy, warm and peacefula total joy to stay. One tiny thing requiring a fix was the outer wooden door handle that had obviously come loose and needed a tighten, apart from that minor comment this property is maintained to the highest standard. Steven & Mandy Buttress

Philip

Really lovely place in a nice area we'll definitely be back. Only a few minor things that could be better we couldn't fathom the light switches. They seemed to do different things depending on what order you switch them the mirror in the bathroom was a bit high another shelf in the bathroom would be good

Andrew

Perfect, exceeded our expectations, quirky stay! Clean, crisp bedding, quality bathroom products, beautiful garden, everything we needed, very relaxing, beautiful quiet surroundings, modern TV, Alexa to play music

Steven

From the moment we walked into this Fairytale property we never stopped saying wow our whole break. It was absolutely stunning, so quirky, comfortable, spotlessly clean, warm, great shower and the bed was out of this world. We didnt want to leave and were so impressed we have already booked a return break in next few months! Sensational!

Nicola

Had a fantastic time

Charlotte

The most perfect place we've ever stayed, from the location down to the finishing touches and thoughtful gifts we found on arrival. Everything was so clean and there was everything we could possibly need available. An absolute gem. Will recommend to everyone. Thank you.

Rebecca

Amazing property! Loved every part of it, and was very saddened to leave. It was incredibly peaceful and tranquil, and a perfect location for visiting local tourist spots. The little details such as wine and chocolate, music playing on arrival and the robes for the hot tub were just lovely. Hope to be back again soon. Thank you.

Lindsay

Lovely wee cottage with imaginative interiors. Very warm and comfortable and a great base for sight seeing and walking.

Blaine

Solid property, would come again.

Great property on a lovely country estate, well placed for walkinghiking and visiting local attractions. The Hen House itself is very well appointed and is a perfect base for couples looking for a peaceful base in beautiful countryside. The only downside is the absence of quality pubsrestaurants in the immediate area, so do some shopping and prepare to eat in.

Chwee Pheng

Unique, one of a kind conversion, n the attention to details! Beautiful!!

Shannon

We absolutely loved it, the hen house was beautiful. The space was very well thought out and so many luxury touches, we honestly didnt want to leave. We cannot wait to book again for next year!

Andrew

Our stay in the Hen House was amazing! The property was super clean, really well presented and we were even left a bottle of wine and some chocolates when we arrived. The location is beautiful, and is only a stones throw from lots of amazing places of natural beauty, allowing you to explore the highlands to the fullest! We had requested for all feather bedding to be removed as my wife is allergic, and were happy to see that not only had the bedding been removed, the whole property had gone through an extra clean to make sure no feathers remained, and we were left a little note by the cleaner explaining what had been done! Thank you so much, we had an amazing stay and can't recommend this property enough!

Beautiful property, high quality everything amazing experience

Patricia

Absolutely lovely, charming, warm, unique. Snowy during our stay which made it even more magical. Very comfortable bed. Previously a hen house, albeit a very grand one, in the Victorian era when it was part of the Belladrum estates home farm. The whole property has been renovated and designed with impeccable taste thoughtful touches like the quirky nightlights, guests photograph album, organic toiletries, retro fittings and of course the beautiful Balinese bed.

Douglas

This was a really, really cool place. Newly remodeled, topoftheline fittings and furnishings, extremely cozy. It was great to have the hot tub make sure you fire it up about 34 hours in advance and the gazebo overhead made it suitable for any weather although ours was great. We had a little mixup when we arrived, which I only mention because Sykes, the owner, and the property manager all bent over backwards to correct it. To me, the true measure of service only comes when the inevitable mistake occurs, and the grade comes from the response, which was A. Do not hesitate to stay here you won't find a better property anywhere near.

Samuel

Couldnt fault the hen house really beautiful place it would be better if you ... Couldnt fault the hen house really beautiful place it would be better if you could check in a bit earlier and the hot tub a pain to keep the wood burner going for a novice like us but i would recommend this place a great base for all surrounding attractions

Hayley

Had an amazing time and Ower was attentive when needed! Will definitely be back and have passed on recommendations!

Apologies for lateness in leaving this feedback has been a busy couple of weeks since returning to the toddler. First and foremost we wanted to thank you for our stay at The Hen House which we thoroughly enjoyed even if only for 2 nights. We were impressed by the quality of the design of The Hen House, the interior, electronics and setup with manual and the amazing wood fired hot tub! All of this added to a really enjoyable getaway which we have already recommended to others and will continue to do so. We'd very much like to book another stay at The Hen House in the near future! As the stay was pretty much all positive, there isn't that much to say around negatives or improvements but I will mention a few things for feedback As we don't drink alcohol the gift bottle of wine was sort of wasted on us as a gift. We've stayed at similar small getaways and, on top of alcohol, a local delicacy smoked fish, eggs or something of the sort is usually given as a welcome. This would have been a super touch! Permaculture Design could be applied to the courtyard to make it more lush and interactive and could easily house hens within the courtyard area. Organic grow spaces could be made amongst the large gravel area. Trees in courtyard need a good pruning. The Smeg coffee machine was great to use. Bringing this into focus a bit more with extra brew making kit and organic milk would be fantastic. Mattress could be firmer to provide extra support and possibly less pillows. It's difficult to get to sleep first few nights when staying away somewhere if the mattress is too soft and sinks. Overall this is a 5 star piece of well crafted and finished accommodation. It's nicely thought out and has a really homely feel to it. Great travelling distance to Inverness and rest highlands. Highly recommend!

LOVED this property! The Hen House is stunning. The finishing touches are absolutely lovely. We had a great break and of course, the hot tub is the icing on the cake. Cant wait until we can make a return trip.

A lovely 2nd visit to the hen house. We love the luxury of the house. maybe could have lowered the heating as the tempratures had risen and no way to lower it. Great location for visiting near by tourist places.

Kirsty

Loved the hen house beautiful location, gorgeous stay with everything you need! Personally the bed was too soft for me, but some people would take that as a good thing! Highly recommend

Had an amazing stay at The Hen House just wished it could have been longer. Great place to stay at to explore the surrounding areas. Hope to be back with you soon.

Yvonne

What a fantastic cottage this is and I would highly recommend it to anyone. It was like a wee fairytale cottage, lovely and cozy, spotlessly clean and had everything you would need for your visit. I absolutely loved the bed with the amazing wood panel on the headboard and the amazing gatesdoors at the bottom. The large mirror looked beautiful too. The only one thing I did not like so much were the seats. I did not find them very comfortable. The appliances were amazing and they have thought of everything you might need. The garden was lovely with 2 beautiful pagodas. One with seats and a table and one with an amazing hot tub. It is wood fired and the first time we used it my husband tried to cook me !! Next time he got the hang of it better Even the fencing around this cottage was beautiful Chinese Japanese style. As you can guess this was right up my street and I loved every minute of being there. We had lovely walks around the estate as well so it was a very relaxing stay. Thank you xx

Charlotte

Absolutely amazing cottage, finished to a high standard. Stayed at the Hen House for five days a beautiful area with some great walks

Absolutely lovely petite cottage in a beautiful part of the world somewhere different to see every day. Beautifully finished, warm and clean. Thanks for the welcome pack! All fittings luxury and top of range making everything feel like a treat. The hot tub was great fun once we worked out how to get it going. Only reason not leaving 100 is the renovation work on adjacent properties is noisy. Once this is finished this will be a perfect and peaceful retreat and I'm hoping to book again for my son daughter in law. Highly recommend!!

Yashica

Lets just say its a shame this house is not for salerent as we would happily move here! !

Vivienne

The Hen House is in such a lovely peaceful area. It was great to sit in the garden listening to and watching the birds overhead. The smell of the pine trees was fantastic and we even saw an elusive red squirrel on our last day. The accommodation was fabulous for a couple. We would definitely recommend this property and would love to go back again. It's quirky a bit like us! We were out and about a lot and didn't make use of the hot tub. Maybe next time.

Michael

The Hen House was a fairy tail residence in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland. Fantastic use of space with only the best fixtures, fittings and appliances used. It was immaculate throughout with awesome attention to detail. Added bonus was the excellent outdoor space to relax and BBQ, and the Hot Tub was the dogs! All in all a superb base to explore the magnificent Scottish Highlands. YES YES YES!!!

Samuel

Not really to sure what I expected from the hen house and the surrounding area. This property exceeded any expectations with great facilities and lovely friendly neighbours. Would definitely come again and use the hen house. Brilliant stay, Thank you

Robert

We have had a wonderful week in the beautifully renovated Hen House in Belladrum Estate. We felt at home within minutes of being here as Pam and team had set the mood with music, wine and chocolate . A belated 46th wedding anniversary treat. Our thanks to Pam for her attention and for sharing her knowledge of the local area with us. Everyone was so friendly and we wish the team all the best on their restoration project. Hopefully we will return in the future. Sally & Bobby Young

Katharine

The Hen House was lovely. It was full of really nice touches and we will hopefully be back again!

Denise

Hen house was much better than we expected, lots of little added touches we werent expecting made it perfect. Lots of thought an attention to detail has gone into the place.

Jordan

We had no notification that there was a bacterial int he water which me drank ... We had no notification that there was a bacterial int he water which me drank for 4 day of the stay not only that there was wok men there everyday from 8 onwards which mad me feel like I didnt want to get in the hot tub

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Attractions Near The Hen House

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Hen House 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 7 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 9 Miles

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 26 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.