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

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Entire home

Lilybank looks across the mouth of the River Oich and onto Loch Ness

The master bedroom with ensuite shower room has views over the River Oich

The table extends to seat more people if necessary.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 65.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

fort augustus, SCT

Clansman Centre
13 min walk
Allt na Criche
2 min drive
Suidhe Viewpoint
9 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

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

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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Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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-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 Wade Bridge and Boleskine Burial Ground. 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
Allt na Criche - 2 min drive
Urquhart Castle - 20 min drive
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 23 min drive
Glen Affric - 50 min drive

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. Lochaber Geopark and Suidhe Viewpoint are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

11 May 2024

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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

Reese W.

16 Aug 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Roy v.

28 July 2024

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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

Avril B.

20 July 2024

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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

David P.

22 June 2024

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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

Anikke W.

18 June 2024

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Hübsches Cottage in toller Lage

Wir waren 1 Woche mit 2 Paaren und 1 Hund in Lilybank und sind super zufrieden. Die Lage in einer Sackgasse direkt am River Oich/Loch Ness war perfekt und sehr ruhig gelegen. Lilybank ist ein mit Liebe eingerichtetes Cottage. Kissen, Decken und Vorhänge sind zum Teil aus Harris Tweet an den Wänden sind hübsche Zeichnungen aus der Umgebung und den Highlands zu finden. Fort Augustus ist klein und beschaulich und für Ausflüge in die Nähere Umgebung perfekt gelegen. Vielen Dank noch einmal ein Lucy, der Besitzerin von Lilybank für die tolle Kommunikation und ihre Bemühungen. Wir können Lilybank sehr empfehlen. Ein perfekter Ort um Ruhe zu finden und die Highlands zu genießen!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

28 Mar 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

marie a.

1 Mar 2024

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

sue c.

3 Jan 2024

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A great cottage

A great cottage in a great location

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline Y.

13 Dec 2023

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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

Dennis G., Essen, Deutschland

23 Oct 2023

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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

Samantha T., Bournemouth, UK

21 Oct 2023

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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

2 July 2023

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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

William R.

20 May 2023

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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

Russell C.

23 Feb 2023

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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

Kevin P.

22 Feb 2023

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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

Susan B.

31 Jan 2023

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Wonderful.

Wonderful cottage and location. Would come back anytime.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

23 Dec 2022

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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

Heleen V., Dordrecht

26 Oct 2022

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Geweldig

Het was een geweldig huis op een fantastische locatie. Vlak bij het centrum van Fort Augustus en het Loch Ness

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally W., Cattistock Dorset

21 May 2022

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Fantastic location and a lovely cottage

We spent a week staying at Lilybank and the stay was fantastic. The cottage is in an excellent location in the village with a lovely view across the river and Lock Ness. The cottage is well equipped and the beds are comfy. We really loved our stay and would definitely stay again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lizzie m.

22 Nov 2021

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Lovely Cottage with views of canal and Loch Ness

A wonderful cottage! It was clean, warm and well located in the village of Fort Augustus. We stayed here for 4 Nights in November with our dog and the large enclosed garden was perfect for her. Just a minuets walk off the main road so it was nice and peaceful but not too far away from the local shop, which had every thing we needed. A relaxing little holiday in a stunning location.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

21 Aug 2021

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Family break

Excellent property, location is stunning. House was superb, all needs catered for. Would recommend staying here to anyone, and would hope perhaps to return one day. Thank you for opportunity of staying in this fab property.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rachel S.

13 Aug 2021

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Lilybank, Fort Augustus

Excellent location. Cottage great for a family but could do with some tlc.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

24 May 2021

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Lily bank

We had nice holiday. Lilybank is in a good location you don't have to travel far to find good walks. The house was ok for our needs we were only 3 and it worked well for us. The owner Lucy was lovely and very considerate. We are from Scotland so rain is not a big problem for us.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian H.

31 Oct 2020

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Beautiful as expected

Second Trip to Lilybank and no single Point to regret it. Even special wishes made true within the blink of an eye via Mail . Superb contact before and while the stay. After Corona we'll be yor guest again . Stay safe and stay healthy

Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lucy Phipps

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.