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 THE   OLD SCHOOL REFECTORY – OS5   3 bedroom 2 level apartment spanning the depth of the whole building, easily sleeping up to 8 with the extra sitting room/bedroom upstairs.

Undoubtedly one of the most substantial properties to let at the Abbey

This apartment is a wonderful example of the conversions of the school to apartments.

It captures perfectly the educational atmosphere of school days past, with high ceilings,  huge windows looking out longingly to the  playing fields and boats  sailing down the canal to Loch Ness.  The school had up to 200 pupils in its day, so it a substantial space spanning the full depth of the Building

While accommodating a large family, there is ample opportunity for private moments in the upstairs sitting room or the vestibule .

Accommodation

The Entrance vestibule is spacious with a two seater sofa, a console table and a coat rack.

Come in boots off and relax!

The open plan Lounge Kitchen   The spaciousness is emphasised with height . The outlook to the Canal and playing fields is magical . Lots of space and comfortable sofas for the whole family to relax in elegance and luxury.

Add the luxurious comfort created by Anta furnishings to make a very special holiday home to relax in after a day of discovery in the Scottish Highlands. High well stocked bookshelves, warm colours in furnishings and décor say, like the building , “we are here to stay!”

The entertainment in this room includes a smart TV with Freesat, music system ,DVD /Blue Ray player , board games and Books. Fishing Rods for those experienced in the sport.

The Kitchen is fully fitted . A granite worktop fishes the integrated appliances including Washer /Dryer, Dishwasher 40/60 Fridge / Freezer,  Gas Hob and fan assisted Electric Oven.

All crockery and utensils, Kettle, toaster and Microwave oven.

Complementary supplies include Kitchen Roll,  Dishwasher tablets and Washing machine capsules , tea coffee and sugar.

The Family bathroom includes a large  walk in shower with two choices of shower head.

Downstairs twin  Room, very comfortable twin beds,  wardrobe and bedside cabinet. Extra storage space for sports equipment.

Upstairs

Master Bedroom  with ensuite King size bed . The Anta theme continues here. Oak bed against a tartan fabric wall and matching curtains , built in double  wardrobe.   Views over the lounge to the playing fields. The en-suite bathroom has  a shower cubicle and a bath.

Upstairs twin bedroom has a similar  theme with a chest of drawers and hanging space.

The Mezzanine Snug  This is the perfect extra  space wither for a larger group of up to 8 persons, or as a cosy retreat  for games or music. The sofa bed is very substantial and comfortable.

Views over the lounge to the Playing fields.

M10  Monastery 10

A  one bedroom second  floor flat in the the monastery Building with views over the Monastery Gardens to Loch Ness.

Accommodation and facilities features :

Open Plan Lounge, Kitchen, Diner elegantly furnished and decorated.

Kitchen fully fitted  AEG  washing machine, dishwasher, gas cooking  rage and fan assisted oven with cooker hood

All units are integrated and merge with soft color decoration for a relaxing ambience.

The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to enjoy a quality home dining experience.

1 spacious double bedroom with King size bed furnished and decorated to a high standard

The bathroom include both shower and bath.

The Monastery Gardens  on the loch-side  facilitate  Croquet, Skittles and Boules, Barbecue and the Boathouse Restaurant

 

Access: four flights of stairs to the second floor level

Please be aware – No lifts in the abbey 

No pets allowed in the abbey or apartments

Guests of the apartment have access to the heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, gym, tennis court, Club Lounge, to the Monastery Gardens with communal barbecue facilities, Abbey grounds and a playground for children. Free parking (no reservation required).

The apartment is supplied with the following:

Bed linen and towels

Body wash and shampoo

Kitchen: tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper

Complimentary sweets or shortbreads, milk

Free WiFi

Situated 3 floors up in the magnificent Abbey Church building, this two bedroom two bathroom flat is spacious with original archways and granite features.

There are no Lifts in the Abbey

This flat has a warm , inviting and luxurious feel.  The colour scheme adds warmth to the original sandstone, blending it perfectly with the comfortable furnishings

Open plan lounge -kitchen -Diner separated by the sandstone archway- delightful and inviting.

The Master bedroom also incorporates an original archway through to the en-suite  with shower and bath.

Windows look out to the cloisters and the Clock tower of the Old School.

Twin Bedroom: brightly decorated, with comfortable twin beds.

Family bathroom: shower over bath, WC and basin

Use of all facilities are free with your rental, including  the heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, gym, tennis court, Club Lounge, access to the Monastery Gardens with communal barbecue facilities, Abbey grounds and a playground for children. Free parking (no reservation required).

Please note – two floors up, no lifts

The apartment is supplied with the following:

All Bed linen and towels

Bath robes and single use slippers

Body wash and shampoo

Tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper

 

Free WiFi  Additional wifi is available outside the apartment in the Club Lounge and other areas.

Cot and high chair are available on request

No pets in the Abbey Building or apartments 

 

Situated 3 floors up in the magnificent Abbey Church building, this two bedroom two bathroom flat is spacious with original archways and granite features.

Tastefully decorated  to enhance and highlight the features, and furnished to a very high standard.

Open plan lounge -kitchen -Diner separated by the sandstone archway- delightful and inviting.

The Master bedroom also incorporates an original archway through to the en-suite  with shower and bath.

Windows look out to the cloisters and the Clock tower of the Old School.

Twin Bedroom: brightly decorated, with comfortable twin beds.

Family bathroom: shower over bath, WC and basin

Use of all facilities are free with your rental, including  the heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, gym, tennis court, Club Lounge, access to the Monastery Gardens with communal barbecue facilities, Abbey grounds and a playground for children. Free parking (no reservation required).

Please note – two floors up, no lifts

The apartment is supplied with the following:

All Bed linen and towels

Bath robes and single use slippers

Body wash and shampoo

Tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper

 

Free WiFi  Additional wifi is available outside the apartment in the Club Lounge and other areas.

Cot and high chair are available on request

No pets allowed in the abbey or apartments

Self catering 2 bedroom apartment, 2 bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen.

This stunning 2nd floor apartment in the Abbey Church building presents a wonderful fusion of original architecture, comfort and contemporary style.

Very spacious and light.

The apartment is situated in the Abbey Church building ,providing easy access to the pool and the stunning nave of the church.

Use of all facilities are free with your rental, including  the heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, gym, tennis court, Club Lounge, access to the Monastery Gardens with communal barbecue facilities, Abbey grounds and a playground for children. Free parking (no reservation required).

Open plan living room, light and spacious.

The kitchen is generously supplied with every utensil you need for elegant home dining.

A minute or two walk to the village for cafes and good pubs/restaurants.

Master bedroom: king size bed, built in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with both shower and bath. looking out to the cloisters

Twin Bedroom: brightly decorated, with comfortable twin beds.

Family bathroom: shower over bath, WC and basin.

Please note – two floors up, no lifts

The apartment is supplied with the following:

All Bed linen and towels

Bath robes and single use slippers

Body wash and shampoo

Toilet paper, kitchen roll, tea towels

Tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper

 

Free WiFi  Additional wifi is available outside the apartment in the Club Lounge and other areas.

Freeview Television

Cot and high chair are available on request

Sorry no pets in the Abbey Buildings or apartments

Self catering 2 bedroom apartment, 2 bathrooms, fully fitted kitchen.

Spacious ground floor apartment with a large fenced private garden with Barbecue and toys.

No Pets allowed

While this spacious apartment has easy wheelchair access, it is not equipped for Disabled use.

Please note that there are no lifts at the abbey. Access to facilities will be via stairs or from the outside.

The apartment is situated in the Abbey Church building of The historic St Benedict’s Abbey, now part of The Highland Club, Fort Augustus.

Use of all facilities are free with your rental, including  the heated swimming pool with sauna and steam room, gym, tennis court, Club Lounge, access to the Monastery Gardens with communal barbecue facilities, Abbey grounds and a playground for children. Free parking (no reservation required).

 

Open plan living room, kitchen and stylish dining area.

The kitchen is generously supplied with every utensil you need for elegant home dining.

A minute or two walk to the village for cafes and good pubs/restaurants.

Master bedroom: king size bed, built in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with both shower and bath. Access to the private fenced garden.

Twin Bedroom: softly decorated, with comfortable twin beds.

Family bathroom: shower over bath, WC and basin.

 

Garden furniture, barbecue, outdoor toys.

 

The apartment is supplied with the following:

All Bed linen and towels

Bath robes and single use slippers

Body wash and shampoo

Toilet paper, kitchen roll, tea towels

Tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper

Complimentary welcome pack

Free WiFi

Cot and high chair are available on request

Caladh

Caladh has views of Loch Ness which are second to none in this spacious, beautiful one bedroom apartment.

Forming part of the original Abbey library Caladh nowadays has a mezzanine master bedroom. From here a click of the remote will open the electric curtains to the world famous Loch Ness.  So close you could throw a stone in!

The snug, with sofa bed sleeps an extra guest and with two bathrooms, there is more than enough space for everyone. (Please enquire for the third guest).

On the ground level the open plan kitchen, dining and living area are perfect for cosy nights in and a bit of ‘Nessie’ spotting!

With Scottish theme furnishings Caladh is the highest quality apartment that has use of all of the Highland Club facilities which include, swimming pool, Club Lounge, Gym, Tennis Court. And the gas central heating will assure you of warmth and comfort if you like those winter breaks.

If you are looking for a romantic break or small family getaway Caladh’s location, furnishings and facilities will give you memories to last a lifetime.

With country walks galore and a range of pubs and eateries in the village, Caladh will bring you the holiday you will not forget. You can find a range of local activities by clicking here.

Caladh (pronounced “Cala”) is a Gaelic word meaning “port” or “landing place”. The perfect name for the perfect holiday apartment which is so close to the foot of Loch Ness you can sometimes hear the waves lapping the shoreline!

Living Room

Three steps up from the kitchen and dining area the living room comprises of two luxury three-seater sofas, sky sports TV and window seats offering as close a view to Loch Ness as you can get!

You will find a collection of interesting books in the living room which personally belong to the owners.

Kitchen and Dining Area

With a full range of equipment, Caladh offers a true home from home experience. The equipment includes a gas stove, electric oven, washer/dryer, fridge freezer and gas central heating throughout. So, eating out, grabbing a takeaway or a home cooked meal are all easy options.

The gas stove, electric oven and grill and microwave are perfect for home cooking.

The kitchen worktop is black granite shelving adding class to an already fantastic and tastefully decorated apartment.

Master Bedroom

Plenty of space for those of us who like to stretch out on the comfortable super king bed. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee with a stunning view from the mezzanine area towards the exquisite serenity of Loch Ness.

The master bedroom follows through to the en suite bathroom and snug that can sleep a child or teenager.

The shelving unit here hosts a small library; in contrast to the books in the living area, the owners of this prestigious apartment kindly offer these bedroom novels to their guests. So, if you’ve picked one to read during your stay there is no need to rush through it; you can take it away and enjoy the ending without rushing!

En Suite Bathroom

Showering or bathing you can be assured of warmth and comfort from the underfloor heating.

Snug

With a two-seater sofa bed this room is perfect for young children. Waking up to a view of Loch Ness is a great way to start your days on holiday.

Family Bathroom

Found in the ground floor level, the family bathroom consists of shower, WC and sink.

Features

Unique and beautiful view of Loch Ness from a prestigious apartment
All toweling and linen included.
Gas and electrics inclusive in rental rates
Freesat Television
iPod Dock
Free Wifi
Access to all the Highland Club facilities

The Harris Apartment

The Harris Apartment nestles at the heart of St. Benedict’s Abbey, in the world-renowned Highland Club in Fort Augustus; a tasteful conversion of the Hanoverian Fort / Abbey dating back to the 18^th Century. The sprawling grounds sit at the Southern shores of Loch Ness, affording unparalleled views over Scotland’s most famous location.

Sitting in the Moat House the Harris Apartment comprises two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Furthermore there is an open plan kitchen / diner / sitting room. Additionally, it is on the second floor of the old hospice, with beautiful views overlooking the Cloister Garden with giant chess set and views through to Loch Ness.

High Quality Original Furnishings

As a result of recent renovations and upgrades the Harris Apartment offers all the amenities one would expect from today’s world. These include WiFi, SkyGlass TV, Hive enabled heating, a Nespresso machine and fully integrated appliances while it retains all the quality features one deserves from such an historical setting.

A full inventory including lead crystal glasses to fine bone china plates and as a result you can dine in luxury. From hand-made reclaimed Indonesian bedroom furniture, hand carved mango wood sitting room furniture to the leather and Harris Tweed sofa and wing back chair; so you can book the Harris Apartment with confidence.

Sit back and enjoy the original artwork adorning the walls or the hand-woven Turkish floor rugs. Pluck a book from the extensive collection or break out the backgammon and settle back in tranquillity to enjoy the peaceful chatter of birdsong and gentle monastic silence. At the day’s end sink back into the deep, enveloping Simba and Silent Night mattresses, delicious soft pillows and quality duck down duvets to enjoy a well deserved slumber.

The Highland Club

The Highland Club, set in 50 acres of managed grounds forms an integral part of Fort Augustus. The Abbey boasts a full range of amenities. From the sumptuous swimming pool, with its steam room and sauna to the stained-glass beauty of the lounge area with full sized snooker table. For the more energetic there is a fully stocked gym, tennis court (racket and balls are in the apartment), pétanque and boules pit, a wonderful and a well-used cricket pitch. After, why not relax in the Lochside Boat House restaurant gazing over the dark, deep waters of Loch Ness. Or take an evening stroll to watch the gentle waves lap onto the shore.

The location allows wider access to the area. A number of restaurants and pubs in the village are all within strolling distance as are the famous Telford Locks on the Caledonian Canal. Local amenities include a number of tourist shops and a grocery store. And boat tours leave regularly from the quay by the Abbey. You can book your cruises on Cruise Loch Ness website.

The Area

Inverness lies 45 mins to the North and Fort William and hour to the South. The Isle of Skye lies to the West and the Abbey nestles among the hills surrounding the loch. There are a number of stunning walks nearby, or why not use the available adult bikes and cycle along the Caledonian Canal.

Whichever way you choose to fill your hours at the Highland Club, the Harris Apartment will provide a sumptuous welcome and a very warm return.

The Apartment

Open plan living room / dining / kitchen

highest quality leather and Harris Tweed sofa and arm chair. Hand carved mango wood book case with full children’s Penguin collection. Sky Glass TV. Full range of equipment in the kitchen and also views to the Cloister Garden and Loch Ness.

Master Bedroom

Hand carved superking bed with deep mattress promising a rather peaceful night’s rest. Large storage space. En suite bathroom with shower over bath, sink with storage and WC.

Twin Bedroom

Twin room perfect for the children.

Family Bathroom

Shower cubicle, sink with storage and WC.

Facilities

While the facilities such as the pool and club lounge are available for your use, the Highland Club Management company run the booking system. The links below will take you to the booking page and give you all the information you will need.

Swimming Pool Complex

Tennis Court

The Gym

Before booking, please be aware there is no elevator or lift in the Abbey. 

Cameron Apartment is an excellent choice for couples or small families looking for a memorable holiday on the shores of Loch Ness.

A comfortable one bedroom apartment, Cameron Apartment provides the perfect base from which to explore the Scottish Highlands. The apartment can sleep two or up to four with the sofa bed.

The living area is open plan with fully equipped kitchen with a view to the Cloister Gardens and other parts of this historic abbey. As a result of the attention to detail, Cameron Apartment will bring you comfort, warmth and memories to last a lifetime. With the original sash and case windows you can enjoy the natural daylight entering the living area and the bedroom.

With booking Cameron Apartment, you will have access to the facilities at the abbey which include swimming pool, sauna and steam room, gym, Club Lounge and tennis court. The facilities that are available can be seen by clicking here.

Or if you like to venture out you can book a tour of the world famous Loch Ness on Cruise Loch Ness.

The Accommodation:

The Living Room:

Open plan with kitchen and dining area and wall mounted flatscreen TV.

The Kitchen:

Has a range of equipment including gas stove/hob, electric oven/grill and microwave. A kettle and toaster are also available for your convenience with a slections of crockery and cutlery. You will also find dishwasher and washer/dryer. Moat House 4 has all you will need from your holiday home.

The Bathroom:

With shower over bath and tiled shower wall. Granite shelf and shaving light.

The Bedroom:

Comfortable double size bed with a view into the Clositer Gardens where you can either spectate or enjoy a game of Giant Chess.

Extras included in booking:

All bed linen and towels.
Tennis, badminton and football equipment available from Abbey Management.
Abbey facilities include the pool, sauna and steam room, gym and tennis court. Additionally, you can access the Club Lounge to relax in.
Free WiFi.

There is no lift in the Highland Club, so if you have any difficulty walking upstairs please ensure you check your chosen holiday property details to ensure it suits your requirements.

Bowmore at Highland Club Scotland is a first floor apartment that is perfect for couples. Especially for those looking for a base to explore the Highlands from.

Incorporating an open plan kitchen and living area with leather Chesterfield sofa, Bowmore at Highland Club Scotland has an excellent blend of modern and antique identity. Bowmore also has a Smart TV and Juliet balcony door so you are sure to make the most of your time here.

The view to the South side of Loch Ness marries itself to the seclusion of the Raven Wing rather beautifully. Additionally, it has everything you need to feel right at home with all the equipment you will need.

The facilities of the Highland Club are available to use for our guests. The Highland Club Management Company operate an online booking system for the swimming pool, tennis court and gym. We will provide the booking link with our check in details.

Additionally, the on site Boat House Restaurant is moments away for romantic dinners where you can enjoy the views of the world famous Loch Ness.

Loch Ness, the River Tarff and the Caledonian Canal are very close to the Raven Wing building. The Raven Wing was formerly the location of the science block in the days of the Abbey. It is now a range of apartments that provide cost efficient yet splendid accommodation to thousands of visitors year after year.

Looking for last minute deals?

Last minute discounts are available with Bowmore. See our special offers page for more details.

The Accommodation:

The Living Room:

Open plan with kitchen and dining area and high quality oak dining table and chairs. Chesterfield 3-seater sofa and arm chair.

The Kitchen:

Has a range of equipment including gas stove/hob, electric oven/grill and microwave. There is also a toaster and kettle and a provision of crockery and cutlery. There is also an intregated dishwasher and washer/dryer. Bowmore has a range of equipment and everything you will need from your holiday home.

The Bathroom:

With shower over bath and black wetwall panels. Granite shelf and shaving light.

The Bedroom:

Comfortable king size bed with a view towards the Abbey cricket field. Wall mounted freeview television to begin or end your day in comfort.

Extras included in booking:

All bed linen and towels.
Tennis, badminton and football equipment available from Abbey Management.
Abbey facilities include the pool, sauna and steam room, gym and tennis court. Additionally, you can access the beautiful Club Lounge to relax and socialise in.
Free WiFi.

Property Managers Abbey Management are also on site and available 24/7.