10/10 Excellent
David H.
23 Jan 2025
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Unique holiday
David H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Apartment
The Best View Of Loch Ness
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4688.9 sq ft
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Explore the area
St Benedict's Abbey, Fort Augustus
- Clansman Centre9 min walk
- Allt na Criche3 min drive
- Urquhart Castle21 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Cloakroom
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Best View Of Loch Ness
This exceptional split-level apartment in the Monastery Tower is truly unique. Beautiful original stone windows offer breathtaking views over Loch Ness. It has a stunning and private location on the top floor of St Benedict’s Abbey, a Victorian monastery that has been converted into luxury apartments. Stylishly decorated throughout, this property makes a wonderful romantic getaway.
Alternatively, it could be used for a party of four utilising the large sofa bed in the main living area.
The property is situated at the top of the grand stone staircase from the historic cloisters walkway. If you look at pictures of the Abbey, in many of them you will see a tall, square tower that stands above the rest of the building – this is where the Monastery Tower apartment is located.
In many of the apartments, and from the Abbey grounds itself, you will get some wonderful views of Loch Ness but the Monastery Tower offers truly unrestricted views over the trees and right across the water.
All of the rooms in the apartment are special but the highlight is probably the open plan living / kitchen area. A series of stunning arch windows work their way around this unique room bringing in much light and providing panoramic views of the loch and mountains.
Entertainment options include a flat screen TV with Freesat, Netflix (provided free to our guests), and bluetooth speakers for your phones and tablets. The fully fitted and well-equipped kitchen area features lovely granite work surfaces and the dining area has an oak dining table and four chairs.
Upstairs, the bedroom features a very comfortable king size bed, with windows overlooking the cloisters and a flat screen TV with an integrated DVD player for those lazy days.
Located next to the bedroom, the bathroom with its original quatrefoil windows and lovely views has a powerful built-in shower over the bath. There is also a second toilet located on the lower floor.
This welcoming apartment provides modern comforts and convenience whilst retaining many of its striking original features.
Alternatively, it could be used for a party of four utilising the large sofa bed in the main living area.
The property is situated at the top of the grand stone staircase from the historic cloisters walkway. If you look at pictures of the Abbey, in many of them you will see a tall, square tower that stands above the rest of the building – this is where the Monastery Tower apartment is located.
In many of the apartments, and from the Abbey grounds itself, you will get some wonderful views of Loch Ness but the Monastery Tower offers truly unrestricted views over the trees and right across the water.
All of the rooms in the apartment are special but the highlight is probably the open plan living / kitchen area. A series of stunning arch windows work their way around this unique room bringing in much light and providing panoramic views of the loch and mountains.
Entertainment options include a flat screen TV with Freesat, Netflix (provided free to our guests), and bluetooth speakers for your phones and tablets. The fully fitted and well-equipped kitchen area features lovely granite work surfaces and the dining area has an oak dining table and four chairs.
Upstairs, the bedroom features a very comfortable king size bed, with windows overlooking the cloisters and a flat screen TV with an integrated DVD player for those lazy days.
Located next to the bedroom, the bathroom with its original quatrefoil windows and lovely views has a powerful built-in shower over the bath. There is also a second toilet located on the lower floor.
This welcoming apartment provides modern comforts and convenience whilst retaining many of its striking original features.
Property manager
Nick and Sarah
Languages
English
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number HI - 50230-F
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About the area
Fort Augustus
Located in Fort Augustus, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Clansman Centre and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Clog and Craft Shop and Great Glen Water Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
St Benedict's Abbey, Fort Augustus
What's nearby
- Clansman Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Allt na Criche - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Urquhart Castle - 21 min drive - 27.8 km
- Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 24 min drive - 31.1 km
- The Falls of Foyers - 62 min drive - 81.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Lock Inn - 6 min walk
- The Moorings - 6 min walk
- The Fish & Chip Monster Co - 9 min walk
- Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - 7 min walk
- The Boathouse - 1 min walk
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Reviews
9.8
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Vicki P.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely recommend
Vicki P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Location and View
Richard H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gaspare S.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gaspare S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
michael p.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
michael p.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Susan P.
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atmospheric stay right by Loch Ness
Susan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helen P.
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and great facilities
Helen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Nicholas Haynes
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply magnificent
Nicholas Haynes
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Phillip N.
2 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
location location location
Phillip N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mariya G.
5 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and apartment
Mariya G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Peter G.
21 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quick getaway to the Highlands
Peter G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rachel P.
2 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous unusual property
Rachel P.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
James H.
13 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
James H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Garan R.
9 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Garan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
16 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay!
Laura K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Debbie W., BONNYRIGG
15 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful apartment, beautiful grounds......
Debbie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Usman A., Milton keynes
12 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 nights stay
Usman A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gary S., Paisley
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property with great views
Gary S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Sept 2020
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Highly Recommended
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Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Dinesh W.
17 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Dinesh W.
10/10 Excellent
marie-christine g.
8 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Abbey, fort Augustus
marie-christine g.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Emily G.
9 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Emily G.
8/10 Good
Debbie M., London
29 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A modern apartment in an old building
Debbie M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Thomas M.
7 May 2019
Wonderful spot at the top of the monastery!
Thomas M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Amanda G.
17 Apr 2018
Stunning.... just stunning!!
Amanda G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
About the host
Hosted by Nick and Sarah
Sarah and I moved to Scotland in 2010 after some 15 years in London. At first I continued to commute down south for a few days each week and Sarah worked in Dundee. We now have a young family, I work in Edinburgh and we are both loving the lifestyle up here.
My family are originally from Scotland and we wanted somewhere more relaxing to live and with access to the countryside. It has been a great move for us and we are really well settled in now.
My family are originally from Scotland and we wanted somewhere more relaxing to live and with access to the countryside. It has been a great move for us and we are really well settled in now.
Why they chose this property
We bought the Monastery Tower in 2007 for a holiday apartment for ourselves whilst we were living in London. Very quickly the area became very special to us. We got married in Urquhart Castle and had our wedding reception in Fort Augustus.
Loch Ness is probably the most talked about strip of water in the world. "Nessie" may get most of the coverage the loch itself is truly beautiful and, whatever the weather, it is so peaceful looking across it at the hills and mountains.
But it's not all about the loch. The surrounding area is just as charming. There are so many interesting walks, many from the town itself and the sights are amazing.
Loch Ness is probably the most talked about strip of water in the world. "Nessie" may get most of the coverage the loch itself is truly beautiful and, whatever the weather, it is so peaceful looking across it at the hills and mountains.
But it's not all about the loch. The surrounding area is just as charming. There are so many interesting walks, many from the town itself and the sights are amazing.
What makes this property unique
St Benedict's Abbey was redeveloped as luxury holiday apartments a few years ago and named the Highland Club. The grounds are lovely, the architecture is stunning and its location is fantastic.
There are a number of facilities in the Abbey itself that guests can enjoy such as snooker (full size table), swimming, croquet, tennis and table tennis. Walking around the grounds is a real pleasure. There is a children's climbing frame.
All of the apartments in the Highland Club offer something special and they are all so different that there is probably no such thing as the "best" apartment. However, we bought the Monastery Tower as we wanted 360 degree views of the area and, in particular, an unrestricted view of Loch Ness. If it is views that you want, then you really won't find a better choice at the Abbey.
December 2017 UPDATE - the swimming pool renovations are complete and the pool in the Highlands Club is now open.
January 2018 UPDATE - The sauna and steam room renovations are complete and are now open.
There are a number of facilities in the Abbey itself that guests can enjoy such as snooker (full size table), swimming, croquet, tennis and table tennis. Walking around the grounds is a real pleasure. There is a children's climbing frame.
All of the apartments in the Highland Club offer something special and they are all so different that there is probably no such thing as the "best" apartment. However, we bought the Monastery Tower as we wanted 360 degree views of the area and, in particular, an unrestricted view of Loch Ness. If it is views that you want, then you really won't find a better choice at the Abbey.
December 2017 UPDATE - the swimming pool renovations are complete and the pool in the Highlands Club is now open.
January 2018 UPDATE - The sauna and steam room renovations are complete and are now open.
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