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Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness

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Living area
Exterior
Aerial view
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Drumnadrochit
  • Place, Nessieland Castle Monster Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness

Welcome to Ancarraig Lodges! Nestled within 11 acres of enchanting woodland, our lodges are perfectly situated along the Great Glen Way, nestled perfectly above the rolling hills of Loch Ness. Just 3 miles from the charming village of Drumnadrochit and 17 miles from the vibrant city of Inverness, our location is ideal for your Highland adventure.



Enjoy the convenience of on-site private parking and bring your furry friends along – pets are welcome too!



Each cosy 2-bed Thistle Cabin features a delightful balcony, a well-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower over the bathtub. The open-plan living and dining area comfortably accommodates 4 guests and includes a snug log burner to keep you warm and toasty.



Our cabins offer a double and a twin room, a bathroom with a shower over the bathtub, and a fully equipped kitchen with all the essentials – pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, an oven, fridge, and microwave. Step out onto your private balcony for some al fresco dining.



The open-plan lounge includes a comfy seating area for 4, a TV with a DVD player, and a dining area with a table and chairs for 4. The log-burning stove in the lounge ensures a cozy atmosphere, while electric heaters in the bedrooms provide extra warmth.



Exciting news! Ancarraig Lodges has partnered with the fantastic Land Rover hire company, WildTrax. Make sure to check them out and hire the ultimate driving machine for your Highland escapades. As a special treat, guests of Ancarraig receive a 10% discount on any WildTrax bookings – the discount code will be emailed to you upon completing your booking with us.



Just a heads-up! A cleaning fee of £50 will be applied to cover housekeeping and fresh linen, ensuring your stay is as comfortable as possible.



Up to two dogs are more than welcome to join you on your adventure for just £15 per pet.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-00:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 11104950
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
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 chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop and Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Clog and Craft Shop and Aigas Field Centre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like birdwatching.
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Drumnadrochit

What's nearby

  • Nessieland Castle Monster Centre - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 11 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Beauly Station - 46 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitebridge Hotel, Whitebridge, Scotland - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 82 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shacks Fish Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lewiston - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fiddlers - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$460, 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.

What time is check-in at Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Cabin at Ancarraig Lodges, Loch Ness located?

Situated on a lake, this chalet is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Highland Institute for Contemporary Art and within 6 miles (10 km) of Nessieland Castle Monster Centre and Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop. Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition and Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, nice cosy space for our family of three. Good kitchen facilities and ideal for our mini adventure in Drumnadrochit. Decor is a wee bit tired in the bedrooms and bathroom but the kitchen is fantastic with the fridge, freezer and induction hob. I was extra prepared and had brought my own tea and coffee but the host had very kindly provided these as well as coffee pods and even had ice in the freezer for us - caramel wafers were very much appreciated! The location is beautiful, quiet and ideal after a long day walking. Access was very easy and allowed us just to get in without any hassle and the heating was on for our arrival. There is ample parking for your car, and my 5 year old was delighted with the mini play area. We recommend this property/location as it was ideal for our budget and our plans for finding Nessie. Not far from the village centre for all the necessities. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina R.

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

Beautiful cabin

We had a great stay and would travel there again any time 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Powell

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

Great place

3 night stay to explore Inverness. Perfect for the job.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Fabulous short break

Lovely getaway in lovely surroundings. Even saw a red squirrel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev A.

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

Cozy cabin

Lovely group of rustic cabins in a secluded setting. Everything we needed for a base to explore the Lochness/Inverness area. Wonderful hostess, very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina K.

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

Just beautiful!

Perfect location right on Loch Ness. Beautifully maintained grounds. Everything at its best! We like to come back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Cabin near LochNess

We had a peaceful stay in this clean and sweet cabin. We took several walks nearby. No need to drive anywhere, just leave the compound and connect to the hill walk or the Great Glen Way. Perfect and helpful hosts! There was plenty of firewood for the wood burning stove. We are looking forward to staying again when we are in Scotland!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie C.

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

So quiet and beautiful

If you like quiet beautiful places, this is it. The owners are fantastic and so helpful. Fully self catering, so the option to go out or stay in. The 5mile road in to the woods is a great drive, yet so close to the co-op supermarket and everything you could need. Only minutes away from Loch Ness and Urqhart Castle is just down the road. Great little cabins. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Fabulous

Location, loge, staff absolutely fabulous Ps. I have left my rosary in the bedroom loge 2 I was wondering if there is a chance you could post it to me. There's nothing to improve
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely words Natalia! We will have a search in Lost Property for your Rosary beads. Hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

May break

Propery whilst in a lovely location was a bit dated Also we received a call 30 minutes before arrival to state that they had changed the lodge that we were in Even though the lodges were the same the one we were changed to got very little sun
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Lodge 5 is a compact lodge in a quiet location up a hillside but is in need of refreshing - the bathroom floors are uneven and as a previous guest in lodge 4 noted if you use the WC don't bounce or there is a danger you will follow through! The shower is good but the bathroom is tired-looking, like the whole lodge it could do with a fresh coat of paint and a good clean of the windows. The bedrooms are small - but the beds are very comfortable and the linen clean - The kitchen area is also neat in size - bring a dish towel ! there is no dishwasher .. The log fire is a bonus and very cozy once it’s running - with single glazed windows it is needed for the cool evenings if you are having a night in For 4 adult sized people it’s a compact stay ! you do need a computer skill to tune in the tv and you will not find bbc or bbc news Although there was probably a great view when the lodges were built - due to the growth of the trees there is little view from the lodges now - it is ideally located for access to the great glen way … and there are plenty of hills and walks within an easy drive We enjoyed our stay but it was not the standard we had expected
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Lovely, peaceful and quiet

We loved the fact that we felt as if we were in a remote, peaceful and quiet location but only a short drive away from shop, restaurants and Loch Ness. Perfect if you want to get away from the rat race. Very clean, comfortable lodge. Wood burning stove kept the lodge nice and cosy. Plenty of walks for the dogs nearby. The dogs enjoyed the doggy box of goodies. Staff very friendly. Probably could do with double glazing but i believe the lodges are gradually being refurbished.

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