No.4 The Old Convent.

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Fort Augustus, Scotland

Clansman Centre8 min walk
Allt na Criche3 min drive
Urquhart Castle21 min drive
Inverness (INV)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom.

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

No.3 & No.4 are first floor apartments. No.4 is on two levels, bedrooms upstairs.No.1 & 2 The Old Convent are ground floor apartments. All the apartments have been sympathetically renovated to a very high standard but keeping some of the character and adding modern central heating and double glazing!The Old Convent is situated in the picturesque village of Fort Augustus on the southern tip of Loch Ness, which is virtually the geographical center of the Highlands. A perfect base for exploring the spectacular scenery and amenities that the area has to offer.
We, Felicity & Chris are local and live in what was the priests quarters when the building was originally a church and are able to suggest many wonderful day trips combining superb scenic drives and walks, with castles, brochs and ruins that you probably won't find in any guide book.
Fort Augustus is the perfect place to relax with a short walk to the center of the village where you can find grocery shops, post office, ATM, petrol station and several pubs and restaurants. You can take a boat trip up Loch Ness or simply chill on the canal side watching the boats negotiate the locks!

Chris is able to offer both guitar (beginner/intermediate) & fiddle (beginner) lessons to anyone who fancies a go.

The Old Convent was originally built as a church in 1842, then converted into a convent 'St Scholastica's Priory' in 1891, the nun's took residence in 1892 until 1922 when the remaining nun's were moved to Holme Eden Abbey. Some of the nun's are buried in the graveyard at Fort Augustus Abbey, half a mile from the convent on the shores of Loch Ness.

We are close to main road with the convent woods to rear giving you privacy, and a fantastic view of golf course and Ben Tee to front.

The property is ready for guests arrival from 4pm unless otherwise arranged, we ask that guests leave by 10am on day of departure as we need time to clean for next guests.
If an apartment is already booked for your preferred dates please ask as there are four apartments No.1, No.2, No.3 and No.4

Property manager

Felicity Rogers

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 16

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Not suitable for children under 16yrs.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

We do not allow dogs in the bedrooms.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet time from 9pm - 9am. These are apartments and we try to ensure all guests enjoy a peaceful holiday.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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-50543-F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Located in Fort Augustus, this apartment is in the mountains. Clansman Centre and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Urquhart Castle and Wade Bridge. Clog and Craft Shop and Great Glen Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fort Augustus, Scotland

What's nearby

Clansman Centre - 8 min walk
Allt na Criche - 3 min drive
Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum - 12 min drive
Loch Lochy - 13 min drive
Urquhart Castle - 21 min drive

Getting around

Roy Bridge Station - 31 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

The Lock Inn - 13 min walk
The Fish & Chip Monster Co - 17 min walk
Bothy Restaurant & Bar - 13 min walk
The Moorings - 15 min walk
The Boathouse - 19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is No.4 The Old Convent. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at No.4 The Old Convent.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at No.4 The Old Convent.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is No.4 The Old Convent. located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Clansman Centre and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Allt na Criche. Drynachan Woodturning Gallery and Lochaber Geopark are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Murray E.

1 October 2023

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

No. 4 The Old Convent Stay - Sept. 2023

Very nice accommodations exactly as appears on the VRBO site...no surprises! We were greeted by both Chris and Felicity who gave us valuable information about not only the property but additional side trips in the area to visit. Highly recommended site...quiet and comfortable!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

7 September 2023

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

Amazing place with 5* hosts

A fabulous immaculately presented properly situated within easy walking distance of Fort Augustus. The hosts are amazing with great communication throughout the process and a warm friendly welcome on arrival. Overall an amazing base to explore the highlands. A blueprint of how things should be done. Absolutely no complaints whatsoever.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine K.

9 July 2023

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

Perfect accommodation in the Scottish highlands

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay. Felicity and Chris were both so welcoming and friendly. We got great recommendations for things to do and places to eat. The apartment was clean and comfortable and we would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacy F.

16 June 2023

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

Loved our stay!

Felicity and Chris were amazing hosts. They were very knowledgeable about the area and anywhere that we wanted to travel. They met us at our vehicle upon arrival for introductions, and then gave us a thorough tour of our apartment so that we knew where everything was and how everything worked. The apartment was spotless, which I very much appreciate, and the renovations they have done to it are just perfect. It feels refreshed, but still has the charm that I would expect of an old building. Would definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

12 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

What a wonderful property and hosts! The apartment was well-appointed with an amazing kitchen, living room and 2 bedrooms. So comfy and so clean! Chris gave us the tour and offered so much pertinent information for getting the most out of the area. And being within walking distance from Loch Ness was a definite amenity. Additionally, the location is within an hour to hour-and-a-half of numerous Highland must-see sites. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return in the future. Highly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Felicity Rogers

We, Chris & Felicity are local and have lived in The Old Convent since 1994. We managed to buy this beautiful old building in 2009 and have been lovingly renovating it to a (we hope) very high standard keeping a lot of the original features but adding some modern and quirky touches.

Why they chose this property

The Old Convent is in the picturesque village of Fort Augustus on the southern tip of Loch Ness and is geographically the centre of the Highlands. We are surrounded by beautiful scenery and an abundance of wildlife plus the odd castle or two! Fort Augustus has all the amenities you may need.