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1 bedroom accommodation in Banavie, near Fort William
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Banavie, near Fort William
- Ben Nevis
- Neptune's Staircase3 min drive
- Inverlochy Castle6 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
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Kitchen
About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Banavie, near Fort William
Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, this cosy lodge for couples is near to Fort William with clan history, castles and museums.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Economy 7 central heating, electric heaters, electricity, bed linen and towels included. . Front decked area with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 2-acre landscaped, natural wooded grounds (shared). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children. There are 3 steps to the decked area and a fenced canal just outside the grounds, 30 yards away.. Set in an enviable location on the banks of the Caledonian Canal with stunning panoramic views of Ben Nevis and the ski slopes of Aonoch Mor from all aspects, this semi-detached holiday lodge is conveniently located 220 yards from the owner’s home. The property has easy access via the Shengain Viaduct to the Great Glen Way, which is superb for dog walking. This area is an ideal base for touring the Highlands and West Coast of Scotland and there are many local amenities within easy reach. This is an excellent location for climbing, walking or mountain biking, and there are super forest trails. Travel on the West Highland Steam Train as depicted in the ’Harry Potter’ film, crossing the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. Fort William, the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, offers Highland culture, clan history, castles and museums. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking, and wildlife is in abundance. Inverness, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, Oban and Glencoe are all easily accessed. Skiing, horse riding, fishing, golf and a variety of water sports are all available nearby. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Birch Lodge can be booked together with Beech House (CC511027) and Hawthorn Lodge (CC511328) to accommodate up to 18 guests.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - The gaps between the railings on the external steps are 17cm wide, please take extra care especially if you have small children in the party. Please note there is a fenced canal, 30 yards outside the grounds. Care to be taken with young children. There are 3 steps from the decking area to the front of the lodges. No infants or babies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If taking a pet, both lodges will only take dogs. Smokers are not accepted. Shared grounds with the owner and 3 other lodges.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Economy 7 central heating, electric heaters, electricity, bed linen and towels included. . Front decked area with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 2-acre landscaped, natural wooded grounds (shared). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children. There are 3 steps to the decked area and a fenced canal just outside the grounds, 30 yards away.. Set in an enviable location on the banks of the Caledonian Canal with stunning panoramic views of Ben Nevis and the ski slopes of Aonoch Mor from all aspects, this semi-detached holiday lodge is conveniently located 220 yards from the owner’s home. The property has easy access via the Shengain Viaduct to the Great Glen Way, which is superb for dog walking. This area is an ideal base for touring the Highlands and West Coast of Scotland and there are many local amenities within easy reach. This is an excellent location for climbing, walking or mountain biking, and there are super forest trails. Travel on the West Highland Steam Train as depicted in the ’Harry Potter’ film, crossing the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct. Fort William, the ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’, offers Highland culture, clan history, castles and museums. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking, and wildlife is in abundance. Inverness, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, Oban and Glencoe are all easily accessed. Skiing, horse riding, fishing, golf and a variety of water sports are all available nearby. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Birch Lodge can be booked together with Beech House (CC511027) and Hawthorn Lodge (CC511328) to accommodate up to 18 guests.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - The gaps between the railings on the external steps are 17cm wide, please take extra care especially if you have small children in the party. Please note there is a fenced canal, 30 yards outside the grounds. Care to be taken with young children. There are 3 steps from the decking area to the front of the lodges. No infants or babies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION If taking a pet, both lodges will only take dogs. Smokers are not accepted. Shared grounds with the owner and 3 other lodges.
There is open water in the property grounds.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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-41229-P
About the area
Fort William
Located in Fort William, this cottage is in a rural area. Ben Nevis Distillery and Lochy Bay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ben Nevis and Allt Mhuic Butterfly Nature Reserve.

Banavie, near Fort William
What's nearby
- Neptune's Staircase - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
- Inverlochy Castle - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- Ben Nevis Distillery - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- West Highland Way - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Nevis Range Mountain Experience - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Great Glen - 9 min drive
- Ben Nevis Bar - 9 min drive
- Black Isle Bar - 9 min drive
- The Crofter Bar - 9 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
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27 May 2025
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elisabeth R.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
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Elisabeth R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kate
12 October 2019
Lovely host, location and very clean with beautiful oak furniture, the place was gleaming when we wa
Kate
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10/10 Excellent
6 October 2019
Lovely place.
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10/10 Excellent
Steven
14 August 2019
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Steven
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10/10 Excellent
Carolyne
31 May 2019
We had a wonderful time at Birch Lodge and would not hesitate in recommending it to our friends.
Carolyne
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10/10 Excellent
Liz
25 March 2019
Lovely lodge, comfortable and clean in a peaceful location with a fabulous view of Ben Nevis.
Liz
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10/10 Excellent
Karen
15 February 2019
We were booked into Birch cottage but actually stayed in a neighbouring cottage (oak) due to a new b
Karen
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10/10 Excellent
Chris
25 January 2019
All good.
Chris
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10/10 Excellent
Samantha
15 January 2019
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