Our recently renovated property which was the old village school, is completed to a high standard and is wonderfully bright and spacious. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms we are ideally located in a beautiful rural location less than 10 minutes from Inverness City Centre. The best of both worlds! Use us as your base to explore the Highlands. Our situation is perfect for exploring Inverness, The Black Isle, Loch Ness, Culloden, Clava Cairns, as well as further afield. If you are arriving by public transport we can pick you up in Inverness. There is a large private parking area outside the house and it's free of charge.
The house has it's own utility room with a washing machine and an electric clothes drier.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need including a microwave and a dish washer. If you prefer to eat out the near by village of North Kessock boasts a pub and a tea-room, both of whom serve great food. Free wi-fi is provided, although with so much to see and do, we hope you will relax and switch your phone off!
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Important information
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Property Registration Number HI-20113-F
Property # 10233433
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Inverness
Located in Inverness, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Ness and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, while Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and Eden Court Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park and Inverness Botanic Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Getting around
Inverness Station - 10 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Pepe's Piri Piri - 5 min drive
MacGregor's - 6 min drive
The Waterfront - 6 min drive
Blackfriars Highland Pub - 6 min drive
Pizza Hut - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness?
As of 7 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness on 21 August 2026 start from NZ$1,058, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness located?
This family-friendly Inverness holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Moray Firth and Sarens PSG Stadium. Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park and Inverness Botanic Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property owners were delightful people who were very responsive to the few questions we had. Easy access to the property just north of the Kessock Bridge on the A9, so it's a short 10 minute drive to Inverness City Centre. Plenty of room for the 4 of us (wife, 2 sons & myself) with peaceful country surroundings. Thank you Donnie & Ellie for hosting my family.
Joel V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you you Joel, for your lovely review.
It was a pleasure to have you staying with us and we hope the rest of your trip went well. Best wishes from us both 😊
This was the cleanest VRBO I've eever stayed at. Communication with the property owners was excellent & immediate. It was well appointed with everything you would need for an extended stay. Within a quick drive from everything, but, private setting in the country just outside of Inverness. Would highly recommend.
Bret R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sean
27 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic hosts and comforting place for he way we hoped!
Donnie and Ellie were great hosts. They were very communicative and available when we needed assistance. We only had a minor issue finding the house and ended up at the neighbor's house instead. The instructions were not very clear. I believe putting exact coordinates on the GPS would be more helpful.
Donnie & Ellie have a lovely property and are wonderful hosts. We enjoyed the quiet setting while only minutes to access to groceries, eating establishments, and highway access to area sites. The property amenities are accurately described and just what we wanted.
This is a wonderful property. Clean, well appointed and roomy. Located next to a peaceful sheep farm and yet very convenient to downtown Inverness as well. Our hosts could not have been more inviting or kind. Great stay!
It was a clean and well maintained location, very quiet and serene. The views were excellent, the owners were friendly and helpful, and their showers were wonderful!! Would stay their again
Jackie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing. We were sad to only spend 1 night. Lots of room, comfy beds, great bathrooms, amazing living room and kitchen, endless hot water, and an amazing host. Super fun history too :). I would absolutely stay again.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Julia
14 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was like staying at home, relaxed and easy access. The hosts were very welcoming. So close to the City of Inverness for convenience, but having the luxury of not hearing the noise:-)
We had a wonderful stay at Drumstmittal School. We were welcomed and really enjoyed our stay. It was spacious for our family and we loved seeing the sheep in the pasture. The accommodations and scenery were amazing. Thank you.
We love the location of this home, it enabled us to have short trips to enjoy all of Inverness both downtown and some of the outlying areas. North Kessock was absolutely wonderful. We ate dinner there as well as breakfast and highly recommend both.
Just minutes from Inverness this property was an excellent location to explore the area and we loved that it was a converted school in quiet setting. We stayed in the two bedroom suite and found it to be spacious, comfortable and the amenities thoughtfully designed. I would highly recommend staying at this property!
Only 5 minutes or less from Inverness. We really enjoyed our stay! The morning rolls and milk was a nice treat as well as supplying us with sugar, coffee and tea! We also loved the candy treats! Thank you so much!
Lisa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Thanks Lisa😊. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we hope youll be back again sometime. Best wishes from us both🙏
We could not have asked for a better place to stay! Clean, comfortable and welcoming! We loved staying here. The hosts are very responsive and kind! Recommend 10/10
Roma M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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