Darris Farmhouse

Loch Ness lies within easy reach, and Inverness itself is only 7 miles away—close enough for a day exploring the Highland capital but far enough that this 19th-century farmhouse feels genuinely rural. Culloden Battlefield is nearby for history, and Dores Beach sits just 2 miles down the road if you want to walk to water without driving. The property sleeps six across three kingsize bedrooms and three bathrooms, giving everyone their own space to retreat to.

The ground floor centres on an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area where the pool table doubles as entertainment and the woodburner takes the edge off Highland evenings. A utility room handles laundry for longer stays. Bedroom one opens onto its own ensuite, and serves equally as the main guest room or overflow sleeping for whoever's downstairs. Upstairs, two more kingsize bedrooms and a family bathroom accommodate the rest of your group. The kitchen is properly fitted out—electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, coffee machine—so self-catering works without compromise. Essentials like heating, power, bed linen, towels and wifi are included, along with logs for the fire. Outside, an enclosed lawn with patio and courtyard gives you space to breathe, and there's a BBQ if you want to cook outdoors. The drive holds five cars. One dog travels free. No smoking inside.