Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven 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 # 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven Cottage in Inverness with kitchen and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61650000/61640800/61640711/6f43099b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61650000/61640800/61640711/417a4de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61650000/61640800/61640711/87589b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61650000/61640800/61640711/8f18470b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61650000/61640800/61640711/087bea22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Surrounded by rolling hills and mountains, The Grain Store offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Unwind with a woodburner in the living room or explore nature reserves like Loch Ruthven nearby, home to an RSPB reserve and wildlife such as red kite and red deer. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## 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. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven Luxurious accommodation in a characterful Highland cottage overlooking an RSPB nature reserve. Surrounded by rolling hills, mountains, loch and forest, this is an idyllic position.. 2 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: 55" Smart TV, Freesat, Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" Smart TV, Freesat Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), 32" Smart TV, Freesat Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Air source heat pump central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Communal quad garden (shared). Electric car charging point (charging via 7 kilowatt Type 2 plus can be arranged on request at cost. There is a 3 meter charging cable on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a natural water supply from loch a’Choire nearby.. This fabulous historical holiday cottage, fully renovated in 2021, is set in an elevated position overlooking Loch Ruthven, an RSPB Nature Reserve. As well as being famous for the Slavonian grebe, the nature reserve is home to many other amazing wildlife including red kite, buzzard and red deer. The loch shows the signs of glacial activity with scarred boulders dotted along the water’s edge and up into the woodland to the summit of Stac Gorm towering over the Ruthven. Fly fishing is available in other lochs nearby. Loch Ruthven is situated in the upper parts of Strathnairn, and a few rugged miles south from Loch Ness. The area around the loch and The Grain Store is a relatively unknown part of the Highlands, and many say a hidden gem because of its off-the-beaten track feel yet close proximity to Inverness only 25 minutes’ drive away and a great starting point to explore the North Coast 500 route. The cottage is 240 metres above sea level and has Stac Gorm rising to 430 metres just across the loch. The views of both together from the cottage are awe-inspiring. The walk into the nature reserve, round the loch and up Stac Gorm is brilliant and highly recommended when you visit. Views to the south and south west from the cottage show a brooding landscape of hills. What you see are the Monadhliath Mountains stretching from Strathnairn to the south into the Cairngorms National Park. There are four Munros in these mountains, which keen hikers will be want to explore. The Monadhliath Mountains are not technically mountains, but high hills with many parts of the area being over 900 metres above sea level. It’s a remote, desolate, naturally treeless wilderness, and a breathtaking part of the Highlands. From the cottage, following Strathnairn east downstream, you reach the main road which takes you to the Cairngorms National Park where there’s an endless list of brilliant things to do for the whole family. From skiing and walking with wild reindeer in the winter, through to walking up some of the UK’s highest mountains in the summer. To the north of the cottage is Loch Ness, the southern side of Loch Ness, which is very different from the northern shore. It’s quiet, and offers the best chance to spot elusive Nessie. Further afield, you have Inverness which is a wonderful little city at the mouth of the Ness River right on the Beauly and Moray Firths. The Firths are one of the best places in the world to see bottlenose dolphins! And from Inverness there are roads stretching in every direction into different parts of the Highlands. The cottage is also in a ’dark sky’ area with a telescope provided at the property to enjoy the night sky. Shop 6½ miles. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Ecotours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no 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 - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23290000/23280600/23280535/ae2c8c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mor Carraig - Stunning Views Of Loch Ness - Perfect For Families And Couples Abriachan - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 110 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=23280535&PinnedHotelID=23280535&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30365500/30365435/93ad1542.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rural cottage in stunning location. 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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 no 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 HI50011F 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 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Loch Ruthven Cottage 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Loch Ruthven Inverness 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Loch Ruthven Cottage Inverness su-UK32354-UK32354 ## About the area Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural area. Notable landmarks in the area include Urquhart Castle and Inverness Castle. Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena and Inverness Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. [Visit our Inverness travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness.dx1607) [View more Cottages in Inverness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Cottages.d1607-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.32734%2C-4.26492&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uakc5jL-CdNpVSL2HoFWhXJv8Ws=) Loch Ruthven ### What's nearby - Dores Beach - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles - Inverness Castle - 21 min drive - 16.2 miles - Inverness Cathedral - 21 min drive - 16.3 miles - Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 31 min drive - 23.6 miles - Urquhart Castle - 38 min drive - 26.3 miles ### Getting around - Inverness Airport Train Station - 25 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 43 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cobbs Restaurant - ‬28 min drive - ‪The BeastRo - ‬27 min drive - ‪The Dores Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Whitebridge Hotel - ‬28 min drive - Mactaco ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena, Farr Loch and Lochaber Geopark. Brian Clarkson Gallery and Loch nan Stuirteag are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Loch Ruthven Reviews 9.6 ### 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bo R. 14 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Views,hills,lochs,quiet,sheep,trees on rocks. Narrow roads with yellow shrubs,Inverness nearby. House is warm,cozy,well supplied. Living room with stunning view and fire place. Kitchen with oven,microwave, coffee machine,more than enough pots,pans,utensils and silverware. Made cycle trips. The scenery,the work out (hills!),quiet roads - want to do it again! Went to Inverness- nice! Saw Fort George - good history and, again, amazing views. Road trip Loch Ness - do it counter clockwise. Again: beautiful views. Monster of Loch Ness: overrated marketing. ##### Bo R. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mia Folkins 4 Aug 2025 #### If you're looking for an incredible stay off the beaten track, this is the one. If you're looking for an incredible stay off the beaten track, this is the one. My partner and I spent a week here and it was the most relaxing holiday we've had in a long time. The kitchen was super well equipped, the beds were incredibly comfy, and the house was always warm and cosy. Louise was also a wonderful and helpful host! It is quite far from any amenities really (the closest pub being 6 miles away and the nearest shop probably around 2 miles away) but we wouldn't have it any other way because we had the benefit of being out in nature. We saw loads of wildlife and the stars were gorgeous. You basically have the entirety of Loch Ruthven to yourself and there's a gorgeous beach for wild swimming down the RSPB trail at the base of the hill. The Stac Gorm hike nearby is short but has fantastic views on a clear day as well. Would recommend this for anyone looking to get away! ##### Mia Folkins ### 8/10 Good #### Max T. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Was für eine Lage! So stellt man sich die Highlands vor. Toller Blick auf den See, super Ausblick auf die Umgebung und Kühe vor dem Haus. Ansprechpartnerin kümmerte sich um unsere Anliegen. Recht altes Kochgeschirr, das vielleicht mal ausgetauscht werden sollte. ##### Max T. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Björn B. 18 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alles super. Lage und Ausblick sind unbezahlbar gewesen. Einfach ein traumhaft schöner Ort um Urlaub zu machen. Alles war super. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen. ##### Björn B. 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