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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

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

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 Single 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

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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
Extra Guests and pets are not permitted.
Entertaining extra guests at the cottage is not permitted (parties)
Please contact regarding size and number of pets staying at the cottage

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-50608-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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. Travelling with kids? Consider Inverness Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Caledonian Stadium. Make sure you get close to 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?

Checkout 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 miles (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

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

K B.

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

Home away from home!

The Old Police House was an absolute dream. Susan is a fantastic host who set the cottage up to have everything you need to be cozy and comfortable. The kitchen is well outfitted for folks who love to cook (like me!). We could not have been happier with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin C.

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

Fantastic house

The whole experience was fantastic. The house itself is absolutely stunning and has everything you could possibly need. The extra little personal touches helped make our family Christmas special. Will most certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

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

Absolutely beautiful

The house is excellent Susan cant do enough for you everything you need is there. Surrounding areas so easy to go to visit and the views well out of this world. Will be back next year for sure
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

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

Great House

First class house, everything you need to have a great break. Location was great for exploring area. Property was just perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Beautiful highland property

We really enjoyed our stay in this home. Beautiful highland scenery with high end finishes and all the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

AS GOOD AS IT GETS

The owner had taken great care to ensure that we had everything needed. She was there to greet us and our 2 dogs. A most comfortable and well appointed cottage. Large bedrooms, comfy sofas and well equipped kitchen. The garden was fenced and would contain any but the most determined escape artist.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Really wonderful house excellent accommodation and a lovely host.

Wonderful the standard of accommodation is what you dream of such a lovely stay. Lovely welcome from the host who ensured we were OK. Highly recommend Susan and her house
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

A T.

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

A Happy Place

Sadly my husband and I were unable to be with our family at the property because of my husband just coming out of hospital. So this review is on behalf of my family and friends that were able to enjoy the property. They just loved it and WILL be back. My husband and I hope to manage to visit ourselves later on this year . Thank you very much to Susan.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Euan M.

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

Great for a get together

Ideal property for 3 couples meeting up for a for a long weekend. Great to have a bathroom/showeroom each. Traditionally built house with a modern interior. Extremely cosy and we'll appointed. Susan has thought of everything. Conveniently located close to Inverness with easy access to Loch Ness and its surrounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfection in The Scottish Highlands

This property is simply superb in every way ! The photos and video raise expectations, which are comfortably met/exceeded on every level. Susan is the perfect host and has catered for absolutely everything you could possibly want. The location is ideal being less than two minutes off the main A9 into Inverness, and is therefore the perfect base for Inverness, The Moray Firth Coast, The Cairngorms, and The Scottish Highlands. We have stayed in some exceptional holiday rental properties over the years, both in The U.K. and abroad. The Old Police House is right at the top of the leaderboard ! We shall be recommending it unreservedly to any of our friends who are considering visiting this part of the U.K., and we shall most definitely be returning.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

brilliant-loved it

Couldn't fault it, everything was just perfect for us. We will definitely go back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Great cottage great location just as advertised & more.

We stayed in the cottage between the 21st and 28th of August 2021. The cottage was just as it looked on the web site if not better, the cleanliness overall was spot on. We couldn’t believe how well equipped it was from safety pins to bbq’s everything you’d need for a weeks stay away from home. We would highly recommend the old police house to any potential renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana R., Coventry

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

Totally Beautiful property and location

Truly amazing find, ideally located for our highland touring. Susan is an amazing and friendly host nothing is too much trouble .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Best property ever

Simply the best property I have ever stay at it had everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAren R.

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

Great location, great house!

Perfect home from home. Location great and nothing was too much trouble for Susan. Very accommodating and responsive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

lynda W.

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

Scottish adventure holiday

Excellent property, fabulous experience exploring the Cairngorms and Susan was really helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marika L.

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

Phenomenal house with everything you could need!

This property is amazing - well furnished, cozy, and incredibly well equipped. Sue has provisioned the house with everything you might need! Forgot your lighter for the BBQ? We found a fire starting kit and matches. Forgot a candle for your friend's birthday cake? Covered. Rainy day so you want to stay in? Sue has provided a good selection of books and movies and video games! The house is impeccably decorated, has all the cooking utensils you could need, and best of all - fresh eggs from next doors! Could not recommend this property enough, we would love to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Amazing - highly recommended!

Wonderful place with everything you could possibly need. Very well located in the countryside but near to Inverness, Aviemore, Loch Ness, Glen Affric, Nairn, and loads of smaller lochs to explore too. The house has wonderful enclosed grounds that are perfect for children and/or dogs to play. We enjoyed a lovely BBQ in the sunshine. Kids loved the X Box and access to Netflix and YouTube! Comfortable beds, and everything you could think of is provided. Thank you Susan! Hope to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

10/10

From when we first booked the cottage, we knew it was going to be good. Susan was great at communicating with us. The police house has certainly got the WOW factor. Spotlessly clean, gorgeous decor and everything you could possibly need was at hand. (This lady has really thought of everything and I mean everything) dogs bowls, beds, children toilet seats, steps etc it’s located in a gorgeous quiet site in the country looking over the main a9 with only a 5 min drive from the city centre. As the cottage was so warm and cosy we decided not to eat out but to get evening meals delivered from the Culloden Moor Inn which we can also highly recommend. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theodore B.

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

Great vacation

Excellent
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Easter Break

Cottage was perfect in every way. Clean and cosy even dog beds and dog towels provided. Peaceful and relaxing - just what was needed. Susan was on hand if we needed anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robbie S.

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

The Steads

Property was everything we hoped for. No faults at all. Would definitely recommend the house to everyone and would love to return
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Perfect holiday getaway.

The Old Police House was just perfect for our holiday. Big enough for us all to have our own space but small enough to feel cozy and welcoming. The house was spotless with everything you would need for a home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

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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