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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 411 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Inverness, Scotland
  • Place, Inverness Botanic Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Eden Court Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Inverness

This cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Inverness Leisure and Inverness Botanic Gardens. The cottage includes a fireplace, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Inverness Botanic Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • University of the Highlands & Islands - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Ness Islands - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 14 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zizzi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grain & Grind - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

This single-story secluded cottage provides the ultimate Highland hideaway. Sitting its own private glade in the middle of the woods this little gem was previously two estate worker cottages now renovated to provide a single 2 bedroom luxury getaway. The extensive fully fenced garden offers direct access to wonderful hill and forest walks up to the Great Glen Way and the wilderness of the Highlands and yet is only minutes from the amenities of Inverness and Loch Ness. Sit in the hot tub under the pagoda and enjoy the peace, tranquillity and clear air or cosy up in front of the log burner in the stylish sitting room.Setting

There is a soft seating and dining area on the little terrace or if you prefer something more rustic, a sunken fire pit area with log seating where you can warm up on a chilly night and tell tall stories. Up a little path set into your own private little hillside is the hot tub under its lit pagoda where you can relax and take a deep breath.

Your accommodation

The cosy sitting room has a wood burning stove, books, games and TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime apps etc. It also has beautiful views on both sides of the room and provides the perfect retreat when you want a change from the great outdoors.

The extensive kitchen/diner is fully equipped with an integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, induction hob, electric oven and every amenity you could wish for. The dining area has a table with seating for up to 5 and has an electric wood-burner and a sound docking system.

There is a separate utility room complete with integrated washing machine and tumble dryer, outdoor equipment and plenty of storage.

Two super comfortable bedrooms with king-size beds have French windows and direct access into the garden. On request, one of the beds can be divided into two singles.

All linen and bedding is high quality Egyptian cotton from Tielle Loves Luxury as recommended by House and Garden Magazine and Country Life and is also used by many 5* hotels. The bedding is hypoallergenic

By request we can also provide a cot.

There are two bathrooms; a large shower room and one large bathroom with a beautiful view to the hills.

All soaps and shampoos are organic and sourced from the Highland Soap Company.

I have supplied a comprehensive house manual in which you will find suggestions for day trips, visitor attractions, shops, restaurants etc as well as emergency numbers that you might need during your stay.
The cottage is heated and features a patio and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number HI-50030-F

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

621257

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Inverness, close to Inverness Castle, Eden Court Theatre, and Eastgate Shopping Centre. You'll also find Inverness Botanic Gardens and Ness Islands within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a smart TV as well as a hot tub.

Does Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Inverness (INV), which is 12.5 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Yes, every cottage at Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Upper Dunain - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A home away from home

We have stayed in the cottage every year for the past 5 years and it never disappoints. The location is perfect if you want privacy and a base to visit the area. The accommodation is of the highest standard and the team are super responsive if you have questions or need anything. It had a completely enclosed large garden which is great if you have a dog with you. We will be back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location, lots of little touches, everthing provided. Idealic escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous cottage, peaceful location

Absolutely gorgeous cottage with everything you need. Great attention to detail. Such a peaceful beautiful spot. Close to Inverness and all the surrounding sights. Highly recommended!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our Christmas far away from home

Absolutely beautiful this was our second visit here and it didn’t disappoint. There was a problem with the hot tub but was fixed in a couple of hours well done lads we wanted to thank them before they left. Absolutely perfect place to stay for us we love Scotland and it’s scenery and lovely people too look forward to visiting again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic experience, responds so efficient and highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home in a beautiful private rural setting

The cottage is in a very private setting and has everything you need for a holiday away from home. The check-in instructions are clear and simple. The few ocasions we contacted the owner resulted in very quick responses and resolution of our minor issues.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Very beautiful location! The ONLY challenge was finding it the first time. The Upper Dunain sign by the highway is small and in a shady spot. The owner was very helpful once we settled in. Great cottage! Wish we'd stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was lovely and the grounds were beautiful. The host was amazing and helped us after we arrived there to find no power at the home, due to a storm that had passed through earlier in the day. Luckily she was able to move us to another place for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A splendid cottage in a splendid location

Upper Dunain is a delightful place to stay. It is extremely well appointed, cosy and located perfectly between Loch Ness and Inverness. All the instructions provided were very clear and Gigina was swift and responsive in her communications. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a stay here. A real gem of a find,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly Appointed

We picked the Cottage in Upper Dunain based on its pictures and description, and it exceeded our expectations! The property owner has thought of everything to make for a comfortable stay. We cooked wonderful meals together in the well-equipped kitchen, took the picnic bag and swimming towels out on excursions, and enjoyed our time together in all the cottage spaces. Highly recommend this property, and would stay there again any time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The perfect short break!

We stayed at the cottage for a 3 break and didn’t want to leave! The cottage is set in the Perfect location and is complete luxury with a feeling of cosyNESS! The Special touches made us feel so welcome. It is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need! We can’t wait to return! Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay at Upper Dunain Cottage - Highly recommend

We had a fantastic stay in Upper Dunain Cottage. The cottage was beautiful, clean and very well equipped. The large utility room and luxurious bathrooms were very much appreciated. The location couldn’t be better- only minutes away from Inverness centre by car yet set in the most beautiful, secluded spot. Mile after mile of forest track accessible straight from the garden. Beautiful, well landscaped grounds including seating areas, fire pit and hot tub. Outdoor fairy lights were a nice touch. Thank you, we had a wonderful time
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Upper Dunain Cottage

A lovely cottage with everything you need. Very tastefully decorated, great utility area for coming back and after walking dogs. Very private with a large garden area. Lovely walks from the property. Close to Inverness if you needed anything. Hosts were great with communication. Very warm cottage so was never cold. Visited in February. Comfortable beds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stay at Upper Dunain

Had a lovely restful few days at Upper Dunain. The house is ideally situated to have some peace, privacy and be surrounded by the estate land/woods - red kites flying around every day. Completely fenced in and my border collie loved the freedom while I knew he was safely contained within the grounds. Will be back …
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional get away

The house was immaculate, clean and very comfy with great facilities. It was located in a rural area that felt remote and peaceful but was still just a short drive from shops, Inverness and a great base to see more of Scotland. Garden was safely enclosed for our wee dog to explore and right outside the back gate was a beautiful woodland trail where we saw lots of nature. The hot tub was especially welcome and so relaxing along with the fire in the living room that lasted for ages and kept the room cosy. Good shower, coffee machine and beds. Overall a wonderful place for a break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Enchanting Getaway

When I arrived, I thought I was in the shire and that Gandalf the Grey would appear at any moment. And that's just the vibe. Beautifully appointed, clean, instructions for everything needed in the home. Traveling from abroad with no experience in this area, we found the home easily, payment process was secure and fairly priced, and our stay albeit brief was wonderful! Would absolutely return. Thank you, Dochfour Estates!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fabulous

We loved this 5 star cottage! Very well furnished, kitchen well stocked, clean and comfortable. The setting is perfect too, surrounded by trees, fields and quietness apart from the birds singing. We loved sitting in the hot tub looking at the view and then snuggling in the lounge watching tv. The bed was comfortable and we slept really well. We drove around Loch Ness stopping off at various places such as the Fiddlers Highland restaurant for lunch. We also ate at IV10 which was great. One morning we woke up to see about 20 deer in the field behind the cottage before they ran off into the woods. We would definitely recommend Upper Dunain and would love to return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A great place to stay, for us and our dogs.

We found be bungalow easily thanks to the detailed dirctions provided. The bungalow was excellent in all respects. Its position was better than we expected or could have expected. The garden was, as was stated, dog secure with excellent but not obtrusive fencing. There was plenty of parking for our car and trailer. The bungalow had everything you need including very good internet connection. The property is ideally situated for touring. Would we return, very much so. It provided the perfect base for our holiday, our dogs throughly enjoyed themselves.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Just amazing - we loved our stay

We have just spent the most wonderful four nights at Upper Dunain. The house and location looked lovely online but when we arrived we were blown away. Everything is gorgeous, spotlessly clean and high quality. We loved the hot tub and once heated it didn’t take long to get warm again. We didn’t want to leave and this has certainly raised the bar for what we want when on holiday. The weather wasn’t great but this didn’t matter as much as we had such a lovely place to relax in and we could use the hot tub at anytime as it was well covered. All the team we spoke to from first booking and then any queries along were very helpful. Thank you so much we will certainly be back if we are in the area again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

The cottage was idyllic in a perfect location and so peaceful. Beautiful garden and the house was gorgeous. The only issue i had was with the sofa in the living room, being disabled i chose the cottage because it was accessible which it was apart from the sofa which eas so lowndown i was unable to get out ofbit without help and it was extremely uncomfortable for mento sit on. The outdoor seating was the same and i was unable to sit outside as i could not get in and out of the chair which was a shame as the garden was stunning. I would definitely recommend it but maybe not ideal for anyone suffering with arthritis.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025