Email Achmony Holidays enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
Other places to stay in and around Drumnadrochit
Welcome
to Achmony Holidays.
Self catering lodges in Drumnadrochit, with stunning views of Loch Ness
and Glenurquhart
A select development, designed and built by local craftsmen, enjoying
south facing, panoramic vistas of legendary Loch Ness and stunning Glenurquhart.
Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star Self-Catering Accommodation in the heart of the Highlands of Scotland.
Achmony Holidays Accommodation
Each lodge has a patio or balcony and is exceptionally comfortable and inviting.
Furnished and equipped to at least permanent home standards, the lodges are well insulated, fully double glazed and centrally heated.
All have 2 double and 1 twin bedded room with washhand basin, bathroom and separate toilet/shower room. The Green Lodge has 2 en suite bedrooms and 1 double with wash hand basin.
The Westend and "Number 11" both have all 3 en suite bedrooms and all lodges have a complete bathroom and fully fitted kitchen.
At Achmony Lodges the beds are ready made up for you so there is no need to bring your own linen. Guests to Achmony Lodges are required to bring only personal towels.
A cot and high chair are available at no charge, but must be pre-booked. The spacious lounge area of each house has a 3-2-1 seating arrangement and an open plan dining area/kitchen.
Equipment includes fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, automatic washing machine/dryer and all necessary crockery and cutlery to make your holiday comfortable.
All Achmony Lodges have colour television/DVD and CD/Radio/Cassette players - in addition, all Lodges now have free to air Satellite TV. There is an information pack in each lodge; Ordinance Survey maps are available from Reception.
Enjoy the wildlife on your doorstep: watch buzzards soaring above you, look out for deer peeping through your patio door at dusk spot pine marten, red squirrels and mountain hares in their natural habitat. A visit to Achmony is much more than an ordinary holiday, it is an experience not to be missed. The fresh air, the peace, the spectacular sunsets and clear starry skies - all these extras come free of charge!
The Area:
Achmony Lodges are situated above the village of Drumnadrochit, on the
shores of legendary Loch Ness. The area is world famous for its beauty
and Loch Ness for its unsolved mystery, the Monster!
The private road, solely for the use of visitors to Achmony Lodges turns off the A831 Drumnadrochit/Cannich road and winds uphill. Each lodge is individually sited in over 70 acres of private and secluded birch-studded hillside overlooking Loch Ness.
Drumnadrochit has won awards for its stunning floral displays, including the famous miniature floral castle on the village green.
The village has a range of shops and quality restaurants, some of which offer a free taxi service to and from their establishments.
As well as a small food market, pharmacy, bakery and hairdresser there is a post office, a bank with ATM and various Loch Ness exhibitions. Urquhart Castle, perched on the banks of Loch Ness, is nearby and features a new and popular visitor centre.
There is pony-trekking, fishing and interesting local walks on your doorstep - walks range from leisurely strolls to over 30 Munros. From Drumnadrochit you may enjoy boat trips on Loch Ness or hire a mountain bike and explore the stunning Highland landscape on two wheels.
Achmony is the perfect base for touring: Inverness, capital of the Highlands, is 14 miles away. The city is vibrant while still retaining its old world charm.
Attractions include the Castle, Museum, Cathedral and Eden Court Theatre. There is also a modern Aquadome with sports and leisure facilities.
Glen Affric - now designated a National Nature Reserve - is a haven for wildlife with picturesque lochs and majestic mountains. Here you can see some of the oldest Caledonian pine trees in Scotland. An hour's drive away in Aviemore you can experience Scotland's only mountain railway and travel up Cairngorm Mountain enjoying a snack or meal at the top in the highest restaurant in the UK.
Visit castles, distilleries, the Isle of Skye, the semi-tropical Inverewe Gardens and even royal Deeside each within a round day trip. Or have a day "at home", relaxing and enjoying the peace and seclusion whilst savouring the ever changing views from your patio or balcony.
The magic, mystery and legend of Loch Ness and its famous monster have captured the imagination of generations, but Loch Ness is much more than a fabled monster sheltering in the shadow of Urquhart Castle.
Loch Ness has stunning scenery with magnificent mountains towering over glorious glens, offering inner peace and stimulating a sense of discovery where a rich heritage comes alive the landscape will inspire you.
The Loch is surrounded by thriving village communities, offering a warm
highland welcome to visitors. The pretty village of Drumnadrochit has
a rich history and a range of top class visitor facilities including fun
and interactive exhibitions on the loch and the Urquhart Castle visitors
centre.
Strathglass offers the three great Glens of Affric, Cannich and Strathfarrar,
along with Lochs, Mountains, two National Nature Reserves, and stunning
walks of every variety.
The three glens give the visitor a chance to experience one of the UK's
last great wildernesses areas or to participate in activities such as
fishing for trout and salmon, horse riding, mountain biking along forest
trails and golf.
Fort Augustus sits at one end of the loch and boasts a historic abbey
and a grand series of locks which allow boats to ascend the Caledonian
Canal. The Southside of Loch Ness offers an area of great diversity and
outstanding natural beauty, an undiscovered, unspoilt land of craggy hills,
lochs, tumbling waters and heather moors will delight and inspire all
who value true wilderness.
About Achmony Holiday:
Elizabeth Mackintosh, the resident owner, has lived in Glenurquhart all
her life as did her parents and grandparents before her.
She has been in the self-catering business for over 30 years. Elizabeth regularly welcomes guests who visit Achmony 2 and 3 times a year.
Achmony Holidays can boast an extraordinary 68% repeat business - this in itself testifies to the quality of the experience guests enjoy. Most of Achmony's new visitors are from personal recommendation. Elizabeth is always on hand to make your stay a relaxing and memorable experience - so that your batteries are fully recharged until your next holiday!
Email Achmony Holidays enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
