1 / 23Riverside Cottage
Drumnadrochit, Highlands
A bungalow for four at Drumnadrochit near Loch Ness, with a hot tub on the decked patio, an enclosed garden and one dog welcome.
Drumnadrochit is the village the world stops at to look for a monster, and Riverside Cottage is the reason to stay once the day visitors have moved on. A bungalow for four with one dog welcome, an enclosed garden and a private hot tub on the deck, it is a dog friendly base at the centre of the Great Glen.
The lounge diner holds a traditional wood burner and patio doors to the decking, the kitchen is fully fitted, and the two bedrooms, a double and a twin, share a wet room, which anyone who has showered sand off a dog will recognise as the correct technology. Outside, the enclosed garden gathers around the deck, garden furniture and a BBQ on it, hot tub waiting.
Evenings run village then garden: a wander through Drumnadrochit and back with the dog, then the hot tub under a big Highland sky while the burner warms the room behind you. Urquhart Castle and the loch cruises are minutes away for the day the monster needs looking for after all.
The Great Glen Way passes through the village on its run from Inverness to Fort William, handing a dog as much or as little of it as legs allow, and the Falls of Foyers and the Strathglass valley walks sit close by across and up the glen. Inverness is 16 miles for the city day.
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from £649 for 7 nights
Riverside Cottage takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Stepping outside, you can unwind and relax in the delightful enclosed garden which has a decked patio area with garden furniture, BBQ and even a private hot tub
- Sleeps
- 4 guests
- Rooms
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £649 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Accessible, Hot tub, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
Riverside Cottage from £649 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Riverside Cottage welcomes one dog. The bungalow has an enclosed garden and a wet room — a practical touch for washing off muddy paws after a day on the Great Glen Way or along the loch.
Are dogs allowed at Riverside Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions, so it's worth contacting the owner directly to confirm availability for your dates. The Highland setting is genuinely appealing in any season, and the wood burner makes it a strong option for an off-peak trip.
What should I know before visiting Riverside Cottage with my dog?
The cottage accepts one dog, so it's not the right fit if you're travelling with more than one. The enclosed garden and wet room make life easier on a dog-friendly stay, and the surrounding area offers everything from Great Glen Way walking to the Falls of Foyers, so your dog will be well exercised.
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Riverside Cottage from £649 for 7 nights
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