Title: The Oldschool House Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Oldschool House Cottage Cottage in Fort William with kitchen and balcony ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89540000/89536900/89536815/5e3ff566.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89540000/89536900/89536815/a7d091db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89540000/89536900/89536815/ff6ee9d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89540000/89536900/89536815/beda8f79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89540000/89536900/89536815/e0389b55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into the inviting ambience of The Oldschool House Cottage, a traditional yet elegantly furnished interior where every detail exudes warmth and character. Prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen, share intimate meals at the dining table or unwind in the inviting living area. Enjoy al fresco dining on your private decking with views of majestic Ben Nevis. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Oldschool House Cottage This cosy cottage sleeps two and is the perfect place to relax and unwind or to explore everything that Fort William has to offer. You can wake up every day to mountain views including Ben Nevis from the patio doors. This delightful 1-bedroom cottage offers a cosy sanctuary for couples seeking tranquillity and relaxation. Step into the inviting ambience of a traditional yet elegantly furnished interior, where every detail exudes warmth and character. The bedroom features a comfortable double bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of exploration. Adjacent, you'll find a convenient shower room, providing all the essentials for your comfort. The heart of the cottage lies in its open-plan layout, seamlessly blending the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Prepare delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen, complete with modern appliances and ample space for culinary adventures. Share intimate meals at the dining table, or unwind in the inviting living area, thoughtfully arranged for your comfort. As you step through the patio doors, you're greeted by the enchanting private decking and garden area. Here, you can bask in the tranquillity of your surroundings, soak up the sun, or simply enjoy al fresco dining with breath taking views of majestic Ben Nevis as your backdrop. Convenient private parking is available on the driveway, ensuring hassle-free arrivals and departures. Located just off the A830, The Oldschool House Cottage offers easy access to nearby attractions and outdoor activities, making it an ideal base for your Highland adventures. The cottage sits in a secluded and peaceful location near to the River Lochy. Fort William town centre, Ben Nevis, Glen Nevis, The Caledonian Canal and Ben Nevis Distillery are all within five minutes. Supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants are also close by. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24110000/24101400/24101351/3cde3c27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Garrison Fort William - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HI-40872-F If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 369848 ## About the area Fort William is home to this cottage. Inverlochy Castle and Neptune's Staircase are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ben Nevis Distillery and Aonach Mor Ski Resort. [Visit our Fort William travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William.dx7330) [View more Cottages in Fort William](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Cottages.d7330-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=56.836346,-5.070131&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:gv%7CyIhg%7D%5D%3F%5B%3F%5D%3F%5B%40%5B%40%5D%3F%5B%40%5B%40%5B%40%5BB%5D%40%5BB%5BB%5B%40%5BB%5BBYD%5BB%5BDYB%5BDYD%5BDYDYDYFYDYFYDWFYFWFWHYFWFUHWHWFUHUHUHUHUJSHUJSHSJSJSJQJQHSLQJOJQLOJOLOJOLMLOLMLMJKLMNKLKLILKNILILINGLINGLGNELGNENELCNENCNCNALCNANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40LBN%40NBNBNDLBNDNDLFNDLFNFLHNFLHLHNHLJLHLJNLLJJLLJLLLNLLJNLNJNLNJPJPLNHRJPJPJRJRHRJRHTJRHTHTHTHTFVHTHVFVFVHVFVFVFXDVFXDXFXDXDXDXDZDXBZDXBZDZBXBZ%40ZBZBZ%40ZB%5C%40Z%40Z%40Z%3FZ%40%5C%3FZ%40Z%3F%5C%3FZ%3FZ%3F%5CAZ%3FZA%5C%3FZAZAZA%5CCZAZCZCZAZCZCZEXCZEZCXEZEXEXEXEXGXEXGXEVGXGVGVIXGVGTIVIVGTITITITITKRITKRIRKRKRKPKPIRMPKNKPMNKNMNKNMLMNMLMLKJMLOJMJMHMJOHMHMHOHMFOFMFODMFODODMBODOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAMCOAOCOCOEMCOEOEMGOEMGOGMGOIMIMIOIMIMKMKOKMMKKMMMMMOMMKOMOKOMOKQKOMQIQKSKQKSKSISKSISKUIUIUIUIUGUIWIWGUGWIWGYGWGWEYGYEYGYEYEYEYEYE%5BCYE%5BC%5BEYC%5BC%5BA%5BC%5BC%5BA%5BC%5BA%5DA%5BA%5B%3F%5BA%5DA%5B%3F%5B%3F%5D%3F%5B&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OWoYRRJ4SbH9dbd9O-mMFkzKqiM=) Fort William, Scotland ### What's nearby - Ben Nevis Distillery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Inverlochy Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Neptune's Staircase - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - West Highland Way - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Nevis Range Mountain Experience - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles ### Getting around - Banavie Station - 19 min walk ### Restaurants - ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Great Glen (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Wildcat - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ben Nevis Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Oldschool House Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Oldschool House Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Oldschool House Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Oldschool House Cottage located? > Situated in Fort William, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ben Nevis Distillery and Inverlochy Castle. Cape Wrath Trail and Neptune's Staircase are also within 1 mile (2 km). Banavie Station is 19 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Oldschool House Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea W. 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old Schoolhouse Very nice cozy cottage. We would recomment it to everybody. ##### Andrea W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john D. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Centrally located for visiting all the sites Centrally located for visiting all the sites of Fort William in the foothills of Ben Nevis. Properly was immaculately presented you would not want for anything. It also included your own carpark. ##### john D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leaza U. 19 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Old school House This is a lovely property with stunning views. Only stayed two nights but would love to come back for a week or more. Shops and petrol within 10 minutes. Warm and comfortable. ##### Leaza U. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda R. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Amanda R. 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