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Traditional Highland Country House

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The front of the house
From the lawn
Looking from the living room under one of the arches to the kitchen
The elegant staircase in the entrance hall with Fraser dress tartan
Our dining room, Edwardian Colours, with paintings and Lanseer prints
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Fireplace
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  • Dryer
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Kirkhill, SCT
  • Popular LocationMoniack Castle3 min drive
  • Popular LocationInverness Cathedral12 min drive
  • Popular LocationInverness Castle13 min drive
  • AirportInverness (INV)33 min drive

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Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Traditional Highland Country House

Kingillie, built in the eighteenth century has lawns enclosed by mature trees and is surrounded by fields with the magnificent Beauly Firth in the distance. The house has a historic feel and is newly decorated with style. It is south facing, bright spacious and comfortable. The tranquil setting is reached by two long private drives. It has easy access to Inverness and Beauly and is in the heart of the Highlands.

Next to our Victorian dining-room is the centre of Kingillie House - the homely kitchen set around the farm table stretches through arches into the sitting-room. The kitchen is well equipped with an Aga, a 4 door cooking range, a gas cooker, plus two dishwashers. The space is lovely for cosy meals and relaxing on sofas around an open fire. The elegant Georgian staircase with our clan Fraser tartan carpet leads up to several bedrooms each with their own distinctive character. Five of the bedrooms have kingsize beds. Upstairs there is a triple bedroom and downstairs one twin with bathroom opposite. The three newly refurbished bathrooms, one shower-room and separate WC are shared.

If you bring a dog, please keep it under control as there are sheep in the nearby fields. We do not allow smoking in the house or parties or events.

We have generous private parking. Check-in time is after 4pm. There is a key safe so you can let yourselves in when you arrive.

Kingillie House is in the countryside close to lovely walks, lochs and hills. Loch Ness is a 20-minute drive if you fancy some Nessie-spotting and visiting romantic ruined Urquhart Castle. There are swimming pools and adventure parks including paintballing. Nearby Reelig Glen boasts some of Britain's tallest trees. We suggest a drive to Majestic Glen Affric with its stunning views and lochs and Dolphin cruises to see bottlenose dolphins, seals and porpoises on the Murray Firth. You can walk up the hill opposite and with an ordnance survey map link on to the Great Glen Way to walk into Inverness or to the West. We are 40 minutes drive from Nairn beach and Rosemarkie beach both beautiful spots for walking, swimming and picnicking.

Inverness with its shops, restaurants, pubs, theatre, cinema and Hootananny traditional Scottish music venue is an easy ride away by car, bus or taxi. Nearer still is pretty Beauly village with bespoke shopping (and supermarkets), traditional tweed and tartan shop Campbells, a range of eateries, and a ruined medieval priory. There are three championship golf courses less than an hour away. We have whisky distilleries galore to visit.

Inverness is served by an international airport, train station (with direct routes as far south as London) and bus links both local and UK-wide. The nearest train station is at Beauly village. Within easy walking distance are bus stops for Inverness, Beauly and other Highland destinations.


Property manager

Sophia Yates
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Notable landmarks in the area include Inverness Castle and Urquhart Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Campbells of Beauly and Inverness Botanic Gardens. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Kirkhill, SCT

What's nearby

  • Moniack Castle - 3 min drive
  • Inverness Cathedral - 12 min drive
  • Victorian Market - 12 min drive
  • Eden Court Theatre - 12 min drive
  • Inverness Castle - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Beauly Station - 12 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenord Distillery Visitor Centre - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Clachnaharry Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪An Talla - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Harry Gow Bakery - North Kessock - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jammy Piece - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Highland Country House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Highland Country House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Highland Country House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Highland Country House located?

This family-friendly Inverness holiday home is located on the riverfront, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Moniack Castle, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Campbells of Beauly and Aigas Golf Course. Inverness Botanic Gardens and Aigas Field Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Merriman M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kingillie House
We had a lovely stay in Kingillie house, the space, the setting and the warm feel of the house were perfect. Our grandchildren had a great time playing tennis, as did the adults! We would definitely recommend the property and we would certainly look at coming back in the future! Thank you Sophie, it was just brilliant!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Véronique G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Belle maison familiale
A la campagne , environnement verdoyant. Maison bien équipée , confortable pour une grande famille. Une belle semaine pour petits et grands.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Scotland Golf Trip
We couldn’t have asked for a nicer home and property to start our trip. The living space was perfect for gathering. And the host was super pleasant and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Thanksgiving week at Kingillie House
Kingillie House was the perfect place to celebrate Thanksgiving - it was big, welcoming, comfortable and cozy. It was such a treat having an Aga (everything we cooked was delicious !).We all also appreciated the choice of board games (regular evening rounds of scrabble and Articulate). The house although old was super clean and had everything we needed for the week. The location is also great - easy to pop into Beauly and close to lovely walks. Gorgeous views of the sunrise from the front room . All in all a wonderful week at a lovely place.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Isabel R.

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Wonderful family get together
Cosy and comfortable. Loved the tennis court. Enjoyed being all together in the kitchen/living room so no one was isolated when cooking. Would have preferred to have curtains in the bathroom window.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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Perfect stay near Inverness
We had a fabulous stay at Kingillie House in July 2022. Our party of 9 had plenty of room to spread out in the comfortable bedrooms. Sitting areas are spacious, and the kitchen was fun and cozy (warmed by a wonderful AGA stove). The setting was bucolic - quiet and serene countryside but very close to many interesting places to visit. The owner was very responsive, and shared not only recommendations for local activities but also her unique family history. Bus transport to Inverness is convenient, but having a car is preferable at this location. The village of Beauly is very close for all of your necessary shopping. Friory Fish and Chips was the best, and you can't miss going into the Campbell's of Beauly shop. We highly recommend this house for families who would like to have a central location in the Highlands to explore beautiful Scotland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgina K., Houston

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Perfect Two Weeks!
I rented Kingillie for two weeks with my extended family—14 of us! The house was the perfect size for such a large, tight-knit group. There was plenty of space to spread out and also to find quiet, private moments when needed. The house itself is perfect, not in that generic perfect way but in a way that it’s bones tell stories and the house is filled with warmth and soul. The grounds are stunning—we spent lots of time outside: playing tag with the little ones, exploring the countryside, admiring the beauty of the landscape. And it’s close to Inverness and lots of lovely scenic views and historic sites. Something for everyone! (Even the writer who mostly just wanted to soak up the ambience and be inspired😊). Thank you for sharing this treasure with us🙏❤️
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May 2022
We had as great time staying at Kingillie House, the host was great, quick to reply to any questions we had and helpful in suggesting some restaurants to try in the area. The house itself was beautiful and in a lovely situation with lots to do in the area. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

charlie h.

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Wonderful experience
Our group of 6 adults and 5 teens had a superb experience at Kingillie House in Kirkhill. We had plenty of sleeping options and had a hard time dragging the teens out of the luxurious beds each morning. Highlights of our trip included mornings with coffee around the farm table, tennis and croquet on the lawn, watching sheep graze in the pasture nearby, a must-see drive into Glen Strathfarrar only 20 min away (most beautiful spot in the Highlands), dinners in nearby Inverness, and time with friends around the fireplace. We give Kingillie our highest praise and did not want for anything during our stay. We plan to return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

FELICITY N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Characterful and relaxing
This is a great property for large groups seeking a Scottish retreat. Lots of character, homely and freshly renovated bathrooms make this an easy weekend get away. Log fire, large dining area and board games. Comfortable beds and quality linen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tena S.

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Lovely vacation
The house is conveniently located for various day trips, there are beautiful walks nearby and the grounds offer plenty of things to do. We had lots of kids with us and they were very happy roaming the house and playing tennis and badminton outside. The kitchen and dining area are very well equipped and there is a wonderfully convivial feel to them, conducive to big meals and hanging out long into the night. The bathrooms could use some updating, but what they lack is made up by the downstairs and outside area. We had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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An idyllic place in Scotland
We had a great time on our family holiday in Kingillie. We played a lot of tennis and croquet on the lawn. This is a great place with plenty of room and nearby places to visit. Our multigenerational family all found things to do. We can highly recommend a trip to Plodda Falls to swim in the pool under the waterfall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karla W., United Kingdom

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Fantastic Week, Beautiful house
We have just returned from a week staying at Kingillie House. It is a beautiful old house situated in well kept stunning grounds. Once the guys in our party had got over the shock of their being no TV (something I had missed in the description), it actually wasn't missed (apart from the crucial Euro match which the pub down the road assisted with!). We all said at the end of the week how nice it had been without one. There is everything you could need in the house, and the kitchen was fantastic and became the main gathering place. Communication with Sophia we excellent. The house is situated perfectly for exploring the highlands and should we ever return, we would have no hesitation in booking the house again. It was a welcome week away in all the current madness in the world.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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Superb Accomodation
We were a large family group, and everything about the accomodation was superb, my grandchildren loved the freedom that the grounds offered. This was an ideal base for us, which allowed us to relax, the house itself is huge and very comfortable. The host was fantastic, so thank you Sophia for making our stay so enjoyable. We have found an ideal location for future family holidays , so will definitely be booking again. This is 5 star accomodation and I would highly recommend it to anyone that want's a relaxing break.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodi G.

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Great second stay.
This was our second stay at this property, both times with a large family group. It’s so roomy, a perfect “Scottish” country feel with a quiet location and gorgeous grounds. We had one issue this stay, but it was quickly resolved. I just adore this house and if I ever make it back to Inverness I’d hope to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marcin F.

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amazing property and beautiful surroundings.
we have enjoyed our stay at Sophia's house very much. It's a large property with space and rooms for everyone. We were a large group, but no one has ever complained about a lack of private space. The kitchen is well equipped and whatever we were cooking, the utensils were there. There's absolutely everything you need. Kids had also plenty of fun. The house is large enough for them to play hide and seek for hours. After they got bored they could always go and play outside, either on a swing, running around the house or play tennis. Yes, there's a tennis court on the property and enough tennis rackets in all sizes. There's also a table outside which we used to play ping-pong, the net is available also. Kids never missed a Television or a laptop. We had superb evenings at the fireplace and very quiet nights that followed. It's a house with a tremendous amount of character and ( I bet) history. We have enjoyed every minute of being in it. Thank you.

About the host

Hosted by Sophia Yates

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I grew up in this glen and love our eighteenth-century house as I hope you will also, we still live here part of each year.

You can see from the over-door keystone here, how the house was built by our clan Fraser. The keystone shows WF heart CF 1767 referring to Captain William Fraser who built the house for his wife Christian Fraser.

With my brother, I have set up the nearby Moniack Mhor writers’ centre and Hootananny Inverness traditional ceilidh music pub.

As a Fraser house, Kingillie shares my clan motto "Je Suis Prest" - "I Am Ready!"

Why they chose this property

You will find our main room has plenty of space for cooking at one end, congregating around an open fire on the sofas in the middle of the room, and playing board games at the far end. You may choose to enjoy our dining room, painted in Edwardian colours, traditional dining table, with prints and paintings adorning the walls. We have a large slate garden table to eat outside with generous standalone barbeque overlooking lawns and the tennis court. Each bedroom has paintings, prints, kingsize beds. One of the bedrooms has three single beds and another has a kingsize bed and a single bed. There is one downstairs bedroom with two single beds opposite a bathroom.

What makes this property unique

A large homely country house with the history of being owned by the Fraser clan since it was built just after the last battle on British soil. Bonnie Prince Charlie fought with the Highlanders at nearby Culloden Moor and lost to the English in 1746. Kingillie was built 21 years later, you can see the founding stone in the porch.

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