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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a seating area with a sofa.
A spacious interior with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A room with a wooden floor, a vintage suitcase coffee table, and a red patterned armchair.
A kitchen with a large clock, bar stools, and a stained glass window.
A large indoor pool with arched windows and stone walls.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Fort Augustus, Highland
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Augustus Locks‎
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Clansman Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Augustus

This apartment places you within a 10-minute stroll of Loch Ness and Fort Augustus Locks‎. The apartment includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Loch Ness - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Augustus Locks‎ - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clansman Centre - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Urquhart Castle - 35 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Inverlochy Castle - 57 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 40 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's CafĂ© - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities

St Andrew’s Chapel is one of the premium properties within a Benedictine Monastery know as The Highland Club. Conveniently located near the spa and swimming pool, it is exceptional in every way. This spacious 2 bedroom property has an abundance of original features, in particular beautiful stained glass windows depicting Scottish Saints and large stone arches that have been thoughtfully incorporated into the room design. The majestic rib vaulted ceiling and large ornate stone mullioned windows give a feeling of spaciousness and presence. The kitchen is stylish and well appointed with a large island and beautiful dining area.

The bedrooms are located on the first floor, accessed from the hall. The large galleried master bedroom with en-suite bathroom projects over the living area, allowing views of the stained glass windows and changing light throughout the day whilst still affording privacy. There is a twin bedroom on this level, which has access to a shower room on the ground floor. All rooms have been beautifully designed and tastefully furnished with great attention to detail.

This unique and beautifully furnished 2 bed apartment was formerly St Andrew's Chapel. Designed by Pugin the Chapel has elaborate gothic features, this differs from the main Abbey Church which was designed in Norman style during a later period.

The Highland Club itself is set in 20 acres of private gardens on the shores of Loch Ness. In the heart of the Highlands, this sympathetic conversion is an ideal base for exploring all that Scotland has to offer.

A Welcome Hamper is provided for 7 night stays and a small Welcome Pack for short breaks. Our property manager will meet you on arrival and show you to your accommodation. As a guest you will have access to all The Highland Club has to offer.

Key Features:

PROPERTY TYPE: 2 Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor with Mezzanine

NEAREST AIRPORT: Inverness - 25 miles

NEAREST PUB: The Bothy - 2 minutes walk

NEAREST RESTAURANT: Boathouse Restaurant - 1 minute walk

LOCAL ACTIVITES: Fishing nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Skiing, Water sports, Walking

BEDROOM 1: Double Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite. Bedroom on mezzanine level (1ST FLOOR) with views towards the stained glass windows.

BEDROOM 2: Double bed( 1ST FLOOR with no window and ventilation fan).

BATHROOMS1: En-suite with bath and separate shower cubicle.

BATHROOM 2: Shower room on ground floor. High quality fittings with power shower, heated towel rail and ceramic tiles to the walls and floors. Luxury complimentary toiletries are provided.

KITCHEN: Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron and Ironing Board. The kitchen is fitted out to a very high specification and finished with granite work tops.

GENERAL: Central Heating, linen supplied. A welcome pack is provided on arrival. SPA towels and robes provided. Hair dryer provided.

DINING: Seating for 4. The beautiful open plan dining area has seating for up to 4 people.

ENTERTAINMENT: WIFI, Satellite Free View TV, Bose iPod dock, Board Games and Books.

COMMUNAL FACILITIES: Swimming Pool, Sauna & Steam Room, The Highland Club Lounge with snooker and WIFI, Extensive Gardens (20 acres), BBQ,Table Tennis, Tennis Court & Croquet. All equipment supplied by the concierge at no extra charge..

SUITABILITY: Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Smokers or pets. Caution for parents with young children, this property has a number of ornaments, this would not be a suitable choice if you have boisterous children.

SPORTS EQUIPMENT: 4 Tennis rackets plus balls, 4 Badminton rackets plus shuttlecocks, 4 Table Tennis bats and balls.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

61919

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment in Fort Augustus is within a 10-minute walk of Loch Ness and Clansman Centre. You'll also find Allt na Criche and Loch Tarff within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities?

No, this apartment doesn't offer parking.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

Yes, this apartment has an indoor pool.

Is Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic apartment include a kitchen and a smart TV along with an indoor pool.

Does Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this apartment.

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities?

No, you won't find apartments with balconies at Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities.

Luxury Retreat on Loch Ness with Wellness Facilities Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Unique lodging

Unique lodging in a great little town. Enjoyed the stained glass windows, arches etc.yet all the comforts of modern living.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

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

Amazing

Love this place. Best Vacation Rental
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

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

Beautiful space in an amazing environment!

This space was perfect for 4 friends on a trip to the highlands. We loved spending time sitting by Loch Ness and wandering Fort Augustus. Definitely worth staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

l h.

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

Perfect!

The location is great for exploring the Highlands. The apartment is immaculate!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Beautiful

Even better than the pictures portray
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Modern Monastery

Gorgeous room in renovated monastery. Beautiful property right on Loch Ness.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James & Lisa H.

Beautiful Propery on Loch Ness!

We enjoyed our stay in St Andrew's Chapel. Such an unique place to stay! The buildings are beautiful as well as the grounds. We loved that it was right on the Loch! We could walk to Fort Augustus for a bite to eat or a pint. Nice restaurants with really good food. Everyone was so friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott b.

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

Beautiful Apartment

Beautiful Apartment in a gorgeous old Monastery. I stayed for a week with friends and we enjoyed the apartment, it is stunning when you enter the apartment, the photos are very accurate in the advertisement. I would recommend a stay there and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

Amazing

Our time at the Highland Club was Amazing. The location as a home base for exploring near-by sites could not have been better. Highly recommend that you stay at the St Andrew's Chapel property. Very comfortable and all as promised.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Once in a lifetime

This is a once in a lifetime stay- such an incredible opportunity to stay in an historic place in a beautiful town. Check in was a travesty, but once we got into the room it was worth it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Magical

Wow !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karon G.

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

2024 visit

Property is fabulous and Ft Augustus was a wonderful surprise. Request to provide ssistance identifying someone to contact regarding fly fishing went unanswered two times - would prefer more interactive information prior to arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was in the beautiful St Andrew’s chapel . The apartment was very spacious . It had everything you need for a comfortable stay. One bedroom is large and opens out onto the rest of the apartment . It has an en suite . The other bedroom is smaller . The other bathroom is on the first floor. There was a washer dryer . It had a clothes rack and an iron . The grounds were beautiful and right on Loch Ness. The shower in the downstairs bathroom drained slowly. The Boathouse restaurant was very good . It was central to the Highlands and we used it as our base for 5 days . Would highly recommend the apartment for a wonderful stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

St Andrews Chapel Fort Augustus

A unique and very comfortable apartment in what we hadn't realised was a very large complex but you hardly saw many other people. Plenty of activities on site including tennis, badminton, table tennis and snooker to mention a few with an efficient booking system which worked well. Lovely pool but is on the small side but steam room and sauna also. The Abbey is uniquely placed near the Loch and the Caledonian Canal with lots of activities available locally including golf and cycling with some water sports. We really enjoyed our stay, had a fabulous time and hope to return soon The staff from the Highland Club were welcoming, friendly and very helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Just as wonderful as it appears in the photos

This property is as wonderful as it seems in the photos. The property manager, Mike met us as we drove up. He gave us a tour of the property and was helpful throughout our stay. The Chapel rental was all light up on our arrival and absolutely gorgeous. We appreciated the provisions provided. The beds are on the firm side but Mike provided us with a pillow topper. We enjoyed the swimming in the heated pool, playing ping pong and wandering the Abbey. The town is a short walk away, along with boating activities. We enjoyed dining several times at The Boat House restaurant. Would suggest dinner reservations, especially on the weekends. We would highly recommend staying at this very unique property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan S.

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

Fantastic Experience

Fort Augustus was great and we enjoyed a couple of meals and walking around. The Highlands Club was much more impressive than we understood and we also wished we had planned more time on property. The view of Loch Ness alone was mesmerizing. Our particular apartment was in the Abbey with incredible architecture and stained glass windows. The apartment had everything including an incredible kitchen and dining area. We knew from the pictures that the decor was pretty specific. Furnishings including the beds were getting old and in need of upgrade. Overall, Fort Augustus and the Highland Club are very positive long term memories for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is beautifully decorated. Everything seemed to be of high quality, including the beds, towels, etc. The location is excellent as you can go north or south within an hours drive to reach many sites. The property is right on the lake so it is very nice to just sit and relax there. our only issue was with the man who checked us in and was supposed to show us the appliances, etc. in the apartment. He seemed in a rush to do this as quickly as possible, and was not terribly thorough. Because of this, we were unable to use the stove for two days, until we requested another staff person to come and show us how to use it. Secondly, it would be nice to have a few extra supplies on hand such as garbage bags and toilet paper, which there was none when we arrived. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend the apartment, especially for adults.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning Stay

I was extremely happy to be able to book this property again. Very well appointed and clean, anything you may need is just a phone call away. It ticks all the boxes, especially location. The one downside is booking, there are way too many entities involved. When you look up Highland Club you may or most likely may not be booking with the actual Highland Club, and I think that causes quite a bit of confusion as witnessed by other people trying to check in. Also, the Highland Club is managed by a few different companies which is also confusing. I don't remember having such an issue last time we booked a few years back. Our stay was blissful, you cannot beat the location if you explore by foot or car. There is a ton of local information available, many activities in the Highland Club itself. We were able to catch the Highland Games just a fifteen-minute drive away.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

thomas allen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Love and Hate

No one from management ever talked to us, maintenance man was of no help whatsoever. I had to reset hot water tank twice each day every day just to have heat and water. The electric curtains did not work and haven’t worked for 6 months according to maintenance man.. The sauna and steam room did not work, other than that the place was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Our family of 4 had a 24 night stay. Overall a good stay, and normally would not comment on these shortcomings but at the price point it is worth noting. The layout of the unit is odd. The master bedroom is not enclosed and really no noise barrier between the rest of the apartment. We had an early riser in our group which made sleeping in the morning hard. The bedrooms are separated from the apartment by closing fireproof doors which took a lot of charm away. Unit has some wear and tear that could easily be fixed. The kitchen is not very well equipped which made cooking difficult. The oven is impossible to use and gave my wife fits every time she attempted it. The shared amenities (pool,tennis,gym) need to be booked and seem to fill up at the time you need them. The pool had a charge of 5 pound per person after 5 which is really disappointing. The stain-glass windows are a nice touch, but we lost reality with the weather because we could not see out, and generally makes the space dark. All that said, there are many great things too about the unit and we are glad we stayed here, but would not come again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sebastien d.

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

très bel appartement

Conforme Ă  mes attentes sauf pour la literie qui n est pas du tout King size ... la literie des 2 chambres n est vraiment pas confortable
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Fabulous

Great location and great digs. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Beautiful, interesting place.

Great historical place. Such a pretty area. Loved it. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

The property was stunning. Beautifully and interestingly decorated with an eclectic mix of furnishings. Well stocked for crockery etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Great location, gorgeous decor, and well equipped

A converted chapel complete with stained glass windows is certainly among the more unusual places we've stayed, but what Highland Club have done to make the place homely, beautifully designed, and luxuriously functional really helped make our trip to Loch Ness special. The Christmas decorations in particular added an extra touch of magical cosiness. Which is good - because I proposed to my fiancée up on Allt na Criche during our stay so I'm very glad the accommodation was as lovely as I hoped! The one thing we thought might have been an issue - the room temperature in December - was completely fine, and in fact we actually turned the heating down as it was so toasty. Other facilities like pool/steam/sauna and the Club lounge (pool table and snooker) were great too. Would happily return.

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