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Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

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The Old Police House
Exterior
View North with Daviot Historic church
Outside Dining with views
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Inverness, SCT
  • Culloden Battlefield
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Inverness Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Inverness Cathedral
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

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The Old Police house is situated in the historic valley of Strathnairn 5 miles from Inverness. A fantastic location for visiting The Highlands and The Cairngorm National Parks.
The cottage has been recently refurbished as a Family and dog friendly Holiday Cottage to make your stay relaxing and fun. 3 good sized bedrooms all with TV and built in wardrobes 3 Spacious Bathrooms including a walk in wet room. The house has full oil central heating.


Well Behaved dogs are permitted (please enquire) bedding, bowls, towels and a first aid kit are provided please read the rules for dogs.
Highchair and cot bed available safety gates are standard.


Ground floor
Cosy spacious lounge with wood burning stove and dining for 6 in the bay window with views and wildlife with patio doors out to the garden.
Spacious bedroom, twin or super king size, TV, built in wardrobes with storage, Hairdryer
Good sized shower room with heated towel rail, WC and sink
Kitchen with microwave, single oven, induction hob, fridge freezer with table and seating for 6 with well stocked cupboards and essentials such as dishwashing tablets, washing liquid, condiments etc.
Spacious Utility room with clothes pulley, Washing machine and tumble dryer. Also a walk in wet room/drying room with shower screen. Washing liquid is supplied
Free WIFI
Large TV with miracast
A games cupboard with family games, books and toys for children
Dvd player with a selection of dvd’s


Upper Floor
2 Spacious bedrooms with twin beds. TV and built in wardrobes, plenty of storage, Hairdryers
Main Bathroom with large bath and over bath shower heated towel rail.
Safety gate if required.


Large secure garden
Covered gazebo with BBQ and pizza oven, to the rear of the house with seating for 6. This are is a suntrap in the summer and perfect for having breakfast or an evening BBQ
Dining area to the front of the house with seating for 6. This has stunning sunny views North to the historic Daviot Church and South through the valley, fields and hills. Perfect and relaxing for watching the sun set over the hill with deer in the fields and Buzzards and Kites soaring above also a wood burning chimera.
Fenced garden lowest point being 1.4m Driveway gates.
Driveway with ample parking


The Cairngorm National Park is 15 minutes away with skiing, walking and watersports.

Inverness airport is only 12 miles, Inverness is 10 minutes where you will find the main rail links, a car is essential, Loch Ness is 12 miles.

Excellent for Skiing, golfing, fishing, walking, cycling, photography, beaches, Historic place, woodlands, horse riding, Archery, quads etc...lots to do, lots to see in every season.

Available for Families, Groups or couples.
Rules for dogs....Up to 2 dogs allowed please enquire for details
Dogs must not be left in the cottage on their own, there is a medium outdoor kennel if you require or I have dog crates available.
Dogs must be dried off before entering the cottage, There is a wet room off the utility room at the back door Towels etc are provided.
All dog mess must be picked up from the garden and surrounding areas.

A fantastic relaxing Cottage awaits.

Please call for corporate booking prices

Property manager

Susan
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Please contact if you would like to bring your pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-50608-F

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural area. Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena and Torvean Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Traveling with kids? Consider Inverness Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Caledonian Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Inverness, SCT

What's nearby

  • Clava Cairns - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Culloden Battlefield - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Inverness Castle - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 11 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 15 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smithton Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Clava Cairns, Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena, and Isle of Moy. Eilean nan Clach and Culloden Battlefield are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid Visit

The house was great! Susan was super accomodating and available.If we ever find ourselves back to Inverness, we would absolutely stay at the "Old Police House" again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

This is an absolutely lovely cottage with everything you could possibly need to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The beds are very comfortable and the house is so cosy. Susan is a fantastic host and was so helpful. She provided a dog crate which we were incredibly grateful for as it saved a lot of space in the car. The location is great as it’s incredibly peaceful with lovely views but a large Tesco (along with lots of restaurants and bowling etc) are less than 15 minutes away. I would highly recommend staying in this house.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute family holiday

Excellent find for our family. It was clean, and very comfortable. Showers were powerful, beds were very comfortable. Susan was so helpful salting the driveway as it had snowed over night- very magical. Would highly recommend this place and hope to return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage

Comfortable and great location for exploring the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay!

Great place, great host, great location. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home

This may be the nicest VRBO home where we have stayed. Super clean and comfortable. The house seemed modern, but still retained the old world charm of the original building.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in Scotland

The house was a perfect home-away-from home for our family of 6 adults! Everything we needed was provided, and made it easy for us to have meals at the house once we acquired some groceries from Aldi. The beds were super comfortable and the showers were perfect! Susan was a great help-stopping by one time to introduce herself, and even coming out to shovel the driveway on the morning it snowed! There were tons of historical sites within a short drive. And breakfast at the North Gateway Restaurant is an absolute must!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constance I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

The Old Police House was a wonderful! The house was immaculately clean and lots of amenities. It's in the quiet countryside and just a short ride to Inverness. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunnin

Great location, host and house
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

We have nothing but wonderful things to say about our stay here. The cottage was well appointed, the owner was extremely responsive and helpful, and the drive into Inverness was quick and easy. If we're back in the area we'll look to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here

Great location. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whyrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

The old police house was an amazing property with beautiful views! We absolutely loved staying there and the host had perfect communication and made sure we were comfortable during our stay! We would definitely recommend staying in this cozy little cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Everything was perfect! Great jumping off point for so many places of interest. The house is very comfortable and can easily accommodate three couples or a very large family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

A beautiful home with many delightful features. Susan was helpful & friendly and she’s turned that place into a gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent self catering home

Every amenity possible with great communication from owner. Deserves its high rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property near Inverness!

Loved this cozy cottage and perfectly setup for families. Great host, very clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

norma m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Old Police House

This was a beautiful restoration of the Old Police Station. A true home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

The location of the Old Police House was perfect for our 3 night stay. It was a few minutes drive to several sights we wanted to visit. The house is in a quiet and pretty location. The interior is modern and comfortable. Our host Susan dropped by to introduce herself and see if we needed anything. Check in and checkout was easy. We wish we had more time to stay and would love to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal property!

This property was beautiful, well appointed, comfortable and a short drive from many activities. If we could give our host, Sue, more than 5 stars we would! She was friendly and a fantastic resource during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Highlands Stay

We enjoyed this property as it was close enough to everything and yet in the country. The hostess has gone to a lot of work and everything is spotless and looks new. She thought of everything that a guest might need or want- laundry detergent, dog paraphernalia for the dog lovers, extra adapters for our phones. She was friendly and suggested several places to eat and explore! Just the perfect stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Scottish cottage

We had a wonderful stay at The Old Police House. Susan has thought of everything and made our check in and check out so easy. The location is good for visiting all the area has to offer. Thank you Susan!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inverness Police Cottage Review

Excellent property with great value for money. Very clean, more than enough room, location is close enough to Inverness (< 15 mins) but enough in country for quiet. Sue is a super host and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Cottage in Inverness

This was our Inverness location for our 16 day tour of Scotland. The Cottage was exceeded our expectations and the listing was 100% accurate. Susan was responsive to any time wecreached out. She made us feel welcome in her home. Highly recommend you choose this cottage if staying in the Inverness area is in your plans.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scotland stay

The Scottish Highland Cottage gets all 5 star ratings. Beautiful home. Very comfortable. Susan was the best!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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I moved to Daviot in 2006 and had a family, the boys are now 13,13,15
Living next door to the Old Police House and watching it decay and ruin we decided to save the property and bought it...Then started to renovate the house, with a holiday cottage in mind...we had a good team of builders, stonemason's and joiners. The project took 18 month to complete and is now an amazing home.

Why they chose this property

The Old Police House was in a state of Disrepair and living next door It was the prime opportunity to do something with it and turn it in to a holiday cottage.

What makes this property unique

The History of the house was fascinating as it started around 1880 as a local grocers shop then around 1945 it was auctioned to the police where the local Bobby stayed and looked after Daviot and Strathnairn. It was then used by a local housing association and was not looked after very well...Then we transformed it to how it is today.

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