Situated 5 miles from Fort William in the Great Glen, you are ideally located to view Ben Nevis, explore Lochaber, try a variety of pursuits and see why Lochaber is called the “Outdoor Capital of the UK”. Three miles from the “Road to the Isles”, our location ensures good access to the west coast including Moidart, Ardnamurchan and ferry access to the Small Isles and Skye.The immediate area holds an abundance of wildlife and fauna such as Pine Marten, Red deer, Roe deer, Otter, Owls, Buzzard, Butterflies, Kingfisher and Orchid, mosses and lichens.
Shepherd’s Rest is a 3 bedroom architect designed self-catering holiday house with ramp access and wet room, perfect for anyone disabled. The house is fully double glazed, under floor oil heating with radiators upstairs, supplemented by a wood burning stove in the living room. Sleeping 6 people, Shepherd’s Rest is nestled between the River Lochy and the famous Caledonian Canal. Situated at Torcastle the property is accessed through a tunnel (suitable for up to standard Transit van sized vehicles Height Limit is 2 Metres) under the Caledonian Canal bringing you to tranquil Torcastle, which feels like a world on its own.
Maximum Occupancy 6 people this includes Children, If found to be in breach of this you will be asked to leave. Due to Scottish Licencing Conditions we can not accept extra people.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Hope you had a good stay at Shepherds Rest, please house as you find it with key in door and left unlocked, Thanks Ilona
If for some reason you have moved furniture around please put back to how you found it.
Please close all outside doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Electric vehicles must not be charged using the cottage supply, due to safety and costs.
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Property Registration Number HI-40287-F
Property # 6826076
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
About the area
Fort William
Located in Fort William, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Inverlochy Castle and Commando Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ben Nevis and Allt Mhuic Butterfly Nature Reserve. Lochaber Leisure Centre and Highland Soaps are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
beach near Ben Nevis Distillery - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Ben Nevis Distillery - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Inverlochy Castle - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Neptune's Staircase - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
Old Fort of Fort William - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Banavie Station - 8 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 121 min drive
Restaurants
The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - 20 min drive
Spean Bridge Mill - 25 min drive
McDonald's - 20 min drive
The Wildcat - 20 min drive
Costa Coffee - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Shepherds Rest self catering sleeps 6, pets welcome. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Shepherds Rest self catering sleeps 6, pets welcome.?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Shepherds Rest self catering sleeps 6, pets welcome.?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Shepherds Rest self catering sleeps 6, pets welcome.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shepherds Rest self catering sleeps 6, pets welcome. located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cape Wrath Trail and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Neptune's Staircase. Clan Cameron Museum and Ben Nevis Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).