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Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village.

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Lilybank looks across the mouth of the River Oich and onto Loch Ness
Living area
The kitchen area.
The master bedroom with ensuite shower room has views over the River Oich
The table extends to seat more people if necessary.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 65.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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fort augustus, SCT
  • Clansman Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Allt na Criche
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Urquhart Castle
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village.

Lilybank is a traditional detached cottage found in a quiet corner of Fort Augustus, a popular and picturesque village at the south end of Loch Ness. It boasts lovely views across the River Oich and out into Loch Ness yet is only a 5 minute walk from the centre of the village with all its pubs, hotels, cafes and restaurants. Being in the centre of the highlands it is perfect for exploring the East and West coasts, both easily reachable for a day out, whilst having plenty to offer in and around the surrounding area. Spend a day on the Isle of Skye, or whale watching off the beautiful beaches around Arisaig; visit historic castles and monuments; drive through stunning glens with lochs and forests and wildlife; follow the mountain trails by bike or by foot; play golf, fish, go white water rafting, canoeing, or just relax and take in the incredible views and culture. Inverness, the capital of the Highlands is an hour away and is a bustling city with great shopping and amenities, whilst Fort William, an hour south of the cottage, offers the opportunity for skiing or climbing on the Nevis Mountain Range.

Property manager

Lucy Phipps

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
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-50260-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Located in Fort Augustus, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Clansman Centre and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Urquhart Castle and Well of the Seven Heads. Travelling with kids? Consider Clog and Craft Shop and Great Glen Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Clansman Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Allt na Criche - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Falls of Foyers - 19 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 20 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 23 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 39 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lock Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Moorings - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fish & Chip Monster Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Canalside Fish & Chip Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lilybank,a traditional highland cottage located in Fort Augustus village. located?

This family-friendly Fort Augustus cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Clansman Centre and Allt na Criche. Suidhe Viewpoint and Drynachan Woodturning Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

marie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cottage by the river near the Loch
Lovely cottage. great location . We had a great time .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing week
A wonderful cottage.Comfortable, so dog friendly, all the amenities you could ask for.Incredibly quiet with views of Loch Ness that changed every hour, and just five minutes walk in to the village centre. We will most definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family christmas time
Our time at lilybank cottage was great! Very sweet and clean house, lovely prepared on arrival even with a christmas tree to fit the occasion.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage
Lilybank is a wonderful cottage in an amazing location. It is very comfortable especially the beds. Would definitely recommend and I would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends trip
Lovely location, beautiful scenery, very clean,tidy, warm and inviting property. We will return and recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great cottage
A great cottage in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place and a great location to everywhere in Scotland
Excellent — lovely house and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Cottage in Stunning Location
The cottage is delightful, a wee home from home. Lovely location and attentive hosts. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday celebration
Great time was had by all, the cottage is beautiful and views to die for. Like home from home..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
This cottage certainly lived up to our expectations. The location was perfect with a short enjoyable walk along the river into the village and you could spend hours gazing at the views from any window. Cannot recommend Lilydale highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful.
Wonderful cottage and location. Would come back anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G., Essen, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely cottage!
We enjoyed our stay in the cottage. It is a lovely and cosy place to spend a few days at Loch Ness! Everything we needed was available. We would love to come there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
We have been to Fort Augustus many times but this cottage is the best we have ever stayed in great location like home from home thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at Lilybank!
We loved our week stay at Lilybank. The house was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. The yard and the area surrounding the house was quiet but in 2 minutes walking you are in the middle of the small town. The kids loved watching all the boats passing through! We enjoyed lots of trips in the area: Jacobite train, Inverness, Uruquart castle and hiking in Glen Coe and Alt na Criche. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fort Augustus House
Fabulous place. Comfortable beds. Everything you would want in a house. Convenient for village/ town. Great views. Perfect in every way. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reese W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and great location
Lovely cottage in great location on the banks of where River Oich enters Loch Ness and two minutes walk from Fort Augustus village centre. Cottage was very clean and comfortable and check-in and out was easy. Lucy the property owner was lovely to deal with and very helpful and it was a privilege to stay at her property which I know has been in her family for generations. Alison and Dave the property manager s were lovely and really helpful too. Thank you to you all for helping to make our holiday such a great one. We honestly couldn’t find a nicer place to stay and I very much hope we will be able to stay there again in the near future..
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

dawn B., Isle of Wight, england

Home from home, very well equipt, very clean, plenty of room
Location was great, you can sit in quite to stare at the river, you can be a little nosy as you watch people across the water....we even saw a wedding party, or you can walk about 3 minutes into the village to the local pubs.....brilliant😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Avril B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lillybank is a real GEM
Felt at home straight away. Ideal location in quiet, rural area. Comfy beds, plenty of space for the five of us inside and out, cleanliness throughout. Lovely watercolour oaintings throughout the property. Were these paintings done by a family member ? Lovely to watch wildlife from the window and to get visits from the friendly neighbouring cat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage at the edge of Loch Ness
Lovely cottage with fantastic views across the river. Walking distance of the village. Clean and tidy, nice feel to the place. Can’t wait to return
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for exploring the area
Fantastic home. Spacious, clean, comfy, and in a superb location. All amenities are modern and in good condition. From there it's easy to explore the western isles, Cairngorms, Inverness, and Loch Ness areas. Host was easy to contact and instructions were clear and accurate. When checking out, asks guests to remove bedding, towels, bath mats and put in bag; take all trash to the bins; take glass recycling to town car park; clean wood stove if used. Overall a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas L.

Beautiful cottage in a stunning location
The photos of the cottage are great but they do not do the location the justice it deserves. The setting of the cottage is stunning and very quiet despite being so close to Fort Augustus. The cottage has everything you would need for a great holiday.The garden is lovely, and it was great to just sit and watch boats going in and out of the canal, to use the locks. Fort Augustus is very quaint, we enjoyed going to The Lock Inn, and you can sit outside right beside the lock. Highly recommend Lilybank.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and Location.
Lily bank is well situated for access to Fort Augustus.The house does need some repair to the TV as the arial is damaged and we were unable to watch the TV even if we wanted to. It was good to see the grass getting cut for the first time when we were there, as the garden was looking very unkempt. when we arrived. The beds were very comfortable and all slept well during the week. Some of the crockery might need updating but that did not stop us from enjoying of week in Lilybank.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T., Bournemouth, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Scottish Property
We stayed here the first week of September, myself, my husband and son (18 months) plus my husband's parents. It was the perfect property for us all, we had plenty of room and the property had everything we could need so we could enjoy cooking a variety of meals. It's the most amazing location with beautiful views, and we were so lucky with the weather, being able to enjoy sunny afternoons/warm evenings in the garden. It was suitably located for us to easily drive to our destinations, with Inverness and Fort William being about 1 hour drive away. I could not recommend this place enough, especially for a larger family/two couples as the two double bedrooms are either side of the house, so you don't feel on top of each other. Thank you for sharing this wonderful place with others.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lilybank, Fort Augustus.
The property was as described. Had everything we needed for our 2 week stay. Large enough to allow us to have family stay for the weekend. 2 large doubles and a lovely twin room. It was great having the en-suite in the main bedroom and separate bathroom for guests, plus a downstairs toilet. Very comfy beds, cosy sittingroom and the kitchen diner is where we spent most of our time when in the house. Shops, pubs and eateries were all within easy walking distance. The house is situated at the end of lane by the river in an extremely quiet area with beautiful views. Woke up every morning to birdsong. Good parking area for 2 cars. Really nice place to stay, we will certainly be back again. Thank you. Kind Regards, M & S Burgess, Shetland.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eelkje W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lillybank
Wat een fijn, comfortabel huis. Heerlijke bedden, alles is aanwezig. Goed ingerichte lichte woonkeuken, en uitzicht op het water. Mooie fiets en wandeltochten in de omgeving en goed vertrekpunt om veel van Schotland te zien.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lucy Phipps

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My grandparents purchased Lilybank back in 1968, after years of holidaying in Scotland and falling in love with the area. It has given four generations of my family great memories of holidays in one of the most beautiful corners of the world. Three of us even claim to have caught sight of that illusive monster during those years! I took over the management of the cottage two years ago and have enjoyed updating Lilybank as a holiday home for today's holiday maker.

Why they chose this property

Lilybank has been a much loved family holiday home for over 50 years. It is a special place in a wonderful location. The house feels cosy but spacious and has recently been updated with new kitchen and bathrooms. It is a place for building memories with wonderful day trips out or days just sitting in the garden, perhaps even braving a dip in the loch or river. Rainy days at Lilybank can be spent in front of the woodburner, playing board games or getting stuck into a good book (there are plenty to choose from in the house). Find a different walk everyday in the stunning countryside, have a meal at a local pub (the Loch Inn has an amazing number of Whiskies to try), dip your toes (or more if you're feeling really brave) in the lochs and rivers and generally soak up the marvellous and majestic highland scenery.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, village location with excellent local amenities. Comfortable and well equipped house, in a peaceful spot with lovely river and loch views.

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English
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