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Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

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The Old Police House
Exterior
View North with Daviot Historic church
Outside Dining with views
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness


Located in the historic Strathnairn valley just 5 miles (10 mins) from Inverness, this cottage is a family and dog-friendly retreat designed for relaxation and adventure. Accessibility & Family Features
Wheelchair Friendly: Includes a ground-floor bedroom and a dedicated walk-in wet room.

Family Ready: Highchair, travel cot, and safety gates are provided as standard.
Dog Friendly: Up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome (please enquire). Bedding, bowls, towels, and a first aid kit for pets are provided.

Accommodation Layout
Ground Floor
Lounge: Cosy and spacious with a wood-burning stove and a dining area for 6 in a bay window. Patio doors lead directly to the garden.
Bedroom 1: Flexible setup (Twin or Super King), built-in wardrobes, and hairdryer.
Bathrooms: A good-sized shower room plus a separate walk-in wet room/drying room in the utility area.
Kitchen & Utility: Fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances; utility room features a washing machine, tumble dryer, and clothes pulley.
Upper Floor
Bedrooms 2 & 3: Two spacious rooms with flexible zip-and-link beds (Twin or Super King) and built-in storage.
Main Bathroom: Features a large bath with an over-bath shower and heated towel rail.

The Great Outdoors
Secure Garden: Fully fenced (lowest point 1.4m) with driveway gates for safety.
Views & Wildlife: Panoramic views of Daviot Church and the valley. Spot deer, Buzzards, and Red Kites from the front dining area.
Evening Ambience: Includes a wood-burning chimera for sunset watching.
Parking: Ample space on the private driveway.

Location & Activities
Destination Distance/Time Inverness City10 Minutes Cairngorm National Park15 Minutes
Loch Ness 12 Miles
Inverness Airport12 Miles
Local Adventures: Skiing, golfing, fishing, archery, quad biking, and world-class walking/cycling trails.

🐾 Important Dog Rules
To keep the cottage pristine for all guests, we kindly ask:
Enquire first: Please let us know if you're bringing up to 2 dogs.
No Solo Dogs: Pets must not be left alone in the cottage (crates are available if needed).Clean Paws: Use the utility wet room to dry dogs before they enter the main house.
Garden Etiquette: Please pick up all dog mess from the garden and surrounding areas.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Please contact if you would like to bring your pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extra Guests and pets are not permitted.
Entertaining extra guests at the cottage is not permitted (parties)
Please contact regarding size and number of pets staying at the cottage

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-50608-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural area. Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena and Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Inverness Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Sarens PSG Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Inverness, SCT

What's nearby

  • Clava Cairns - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Culloden Battlefield - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Victorian Market - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Inverness Castle - 10 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 15 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raigmore Coffee Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fluke - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$599, 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 Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Clava Cairns, Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena, and Isle of Moy. Eilean nan Clach and Culloden Battlefield are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Judi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Perfect and roomie for a family of 6 adults
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old police house was easy to find and at a great locations. The host responded asap when sent messages and the place itself was beautiful and very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in Scotland with my young children and parents for 12 nights, and our 4 nights at the Old Police House were by far the most enjoyable. It is beautiful, comfortable and in a great location. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Corinne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well situated, super cute. Host was very communicative. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely wonderful! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property complimented the Highland scenery and was located in a great spot for sight seeing and relaxation.The house has everything a guest could want and the host was very responsive and friendly.The "Old Police House" was a fabulous choice for a family and we would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious, clean, and wonderful location for our time in Inverness. Susan was the best host yet! She had great suggestions for meals and places to visit. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location. House was spotless. Very comfy. Susan was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Susan took care of all the things you need for a great experience. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is well cared for and comfortable. The kitchen is equipped with everything we needed. It's beautiful! A few portable fans would be nice for the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Lovely Stay!

Great place, great host, great location. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

This was a wonderful home base

Check in was very easy. The kitchen was great it had everything we needed to cook meals when we eat in. Nice and clean and very beautiful decor. Outside area was very nice as well. Just outside the city so you could get to Inverness but a nice quite country home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional!!!!!!! If I could I would give this place 100 stars! Best vacation home we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in a lot! I want to go back! Every detail of this house was given so much thought! Clean, enough hot water for us, like new furniture, the beds were so comfortable, new everything! Our host was so great and so helpful! This home was lovely and cozy and comfortable we didn’t want to leave! In such a lovely area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Comfortable cottage

Comfortable and great location for exploring the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Favorite place

We loved the Old Police House. Beautifully redone by the lovely landlord, Susan, who was helpful and friendly. Perfect location for visiting Inverness and the surrounding area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

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

Perfect for a family

This house was absolutely perfect for our group of 6- 2 grandparents, 2 parents, and 2 kids. It’s charming and cozy and the perfect home base for adventures in the highlands. One member of our group fell at a restaurant and spent the rest of our stay in a wheelchair. The house is very accessible and Susan was incredibly accommodating and responsive. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage is spacious, immaculately clean, and a great spot for us to explore Cairngorms & beyond. Well appointed. 3 bedrooms all king size beds. kitchen has all the tools. Susan is a terrific host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mairgareth C.

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

Just wonderful!

Our stay at the "Old Police House" was fantastic! The home was very comfortable and the kitchen was wonderful to cook meals in. The location was also great - nice and quiet, but close to so many things for sightseeing around Inverness. Communication and coordination leading up to the rental was also very smooth and easy. We didn't want to leave and definitely would recommend this to anyone looking for a comfortable home base from which to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Günther K.

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

Old Police House

Very nice House and a friendly landlady. The kitchen equipment was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

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

Splendid Visit

The house was great! Susan was super accomodating and available.If we ever find ourselves back to Inverness, we would absolutely stay at the "Old Police House" again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Stay here

Great location. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Best property ever

Simply the best property I have ever stay at it had everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

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

Great Stay!

Everything was perfect! Great jumping off point for so many places of interest. The house is very comfortable and can easily accommodate three couples or a very large family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorri B.

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

Beautiful accommodations and host.

Susan, our host, has given a lot of thought about comfort for her guests. She is amazing, and helped us after we were in a car accident. The home is tastefully appointed and in a serene location near Inverness. I would highly recommend staying here. I particularly liked the first floor walk-in shower, and having a working washer and dryer was very nice.helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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I moved to Daviot in 2006 and had a family, the boys are now 13,13,15
Living next door to the Old Police House and watching it decay and ruin we decided to save the property and bought it...Then started to renovate the house, with a holiday cottage in mind...we had a good team of builders, stonemason's and joiners. The project took 18 month to complete and is now an amazing home.

Why they chose this property

The Old Police House was in a state of Disrepair and living next door It was the prime opportunity to do something with it and turn it in to a holiday cottage.

What makes this property unique

The History of the house was fascinating as it started around 1880 as a local grocers shop then around 1945 it was auctioned to the police where the local Bobby stayed and looked after Daviot and Strathnairn. It was then used by a local housing association and was not looked after very well...Then we transformed it to how it is today.

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