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In the picturesque village of Fort Augustus on Loch Ness, The Old Convent offers a warm welcome with modern comforts and historic charm. Explore the area's spectacular scenery, visit castles and ruins off the beaten path, or relax in the village center with grocery shops and pubs just a short walk away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

No.3 The Old Convent.

  • No.3 & No.4 are first floor apartments. No.3 is all on one level.
    No.1 & 2 The Old Convent are ground floor apartments. All our apartments have been sympathetically renovated to a very high standard but keeping some of the character and adding modern central heating, insulation and double glazing!
    The Old Convent is situated in the picturesque village of Fort Augustus on the southern tip of Loch Ness, which is virtually the geographical center of the Highlands. A perfect base for exploring the spectacular scenery and amenities that the area has to offer.
    We, Felicity & Chris are local and live in what was the priests quarters when the building was originally a church and are able to suggest many wonderful day trips combining superb scenic drives and walks, with castles, brochs and ruins that you probably won't find in any guide book.
    Fort Augustus is the perfect place to relax with a short walk to the center of the village where you can find grocery shops, butcher, post office, ATM, petrol station and several pubs and restaurants. You can take a boat trip up Loch Ness or simply chill on the canal side watching the boats negotiate the locks!

    The Old Convent was originally built as a church in 1842, then converted into a convent 'St Scholastica's Priory' in 1891, the nun's took residence in 1892 until 1922 when the remaining nun's were moved to Holme Eden Abbey. Some of the nun's are buried in the graveyard at Fort Augustus Abbey, half a mile from the convent on the shores of Loch Ness.

    We are close to main road with the convent woods to rear giving you privacy, and a fantastic view of golf course and Ben Tee to front.

    If you wish to bring your dog please ask first. We accept most small/medium sized dogs but they are not allowed in the bedroom or on the furniture. We do have spare dog towels if needed.

    The property is ready for guests arrival from 4pm. We ask that guests leave by 10am on day of departure as we need time to clean for next guests.
    If an apartment is already booked for your preferred dates please ask as there are four apartments No.1, No.2, No.3 and No.4

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet time from 9pm - 9am

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Note from host: Not allowed in the bedroom.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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-50502-F

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Fort Augustus, this apartment is in the mountains. Urquhart Castle and Wade Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Allt na Criche and Loch Lochy. Clog and Craft Shop and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing. Visit our Fort Augustus travel guide
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Fort Augustus, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Urquhart Castle
    Urquhart Castle
    36 min drive - 36.9 km
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    Inverlochy Castle
    55 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Inverness Cathedral
    Inverness Cathedral
    61 min drive - 69.6 km
  • Clansman Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fort Augustus Locks‎
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Roy Bridge Station
    31 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co.
    14 min walk
  • The Bothy
    12 min walk
  • Cobb's Café
    12 min walk
  • Richmond House
    12 min walk
  • Canalside Chip Shop
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is No.3 The Old Convent. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at No.3 The Old Convent.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at No.3 The Old Convent.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at No.3 The Old Convent.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is No.3 The Old Convent. located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Clansman Centre and Fort Augustus Locks‎. Allt na Criche is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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No.3 The Old Convent. Reviews

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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

It was a lovely apartment obviously renovated with care and in an interesting building. Great location to visit Loch Ness and the wider area. The hosts were very informative and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Perfect place to stay

Many thanks to Felicity and Chris for your very friendly welcome. The appartment was pefect in every way. Spotlessly clean, very well equiped, warm and comfortable. Fort Augustus was a perfect base for us for touring and walking. Great local pubs and restaurants within a few minutes walk. I highly recommend the Old Convent for the perfect getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Vera W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy home in a gorgeuos landscape

We had a wonderful time in tho old convent. Everything was well prepared, comfortable and furnished in the best of taste. Thank you Felicity and Chris for your kind hospitality and helpful tips. We enjoyed Scotland so much and can fully recommend this holiday region and especially this holiday home.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fort Augustus

Felicity and Chris were wonderful hosts. They great their guests upon arrival and take them around the flat. They provide a wonderful book and map that tell you things to do and places to visit(things that aren't found online). They have lovingly restored the Convent. They strive to make things better for those visiting their area. We loved it. Our hosts were great, we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Madeleine M.

Great location

Wonderful flat. Close to town. Only complaint was the bed. I found the bed very uncomfortable although my husband disagreed. The kitchen was great with a washing machine and a dishwasher. The bathtub was a pleasure and appreciated. There are restaurants, a butcher and a small grocery store in the town of Fort Augustus. Location was superb- able to visit Glencoe, the Isle of Skye, the distillery of Glenmorangie and of course Loch Ness is superb. Oban is nearby and very pretty.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely fantastic property! Perfect for what we wanted and could easily suit anyone wanting a "base" for seeing the local area or anyone wanting a place to spend the majority of the time in. Modern furnishings, yet the apartment still retains a traditional feel matching the exterior of the property. And both spacious and cozy at the same time. We would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Great place in great location. Lovely, friendly hosts who had lots of helpful advice about the area and restaurants. Online it did say the apartment had a fire place, however this was not a working fireplace. Place was still lovely to stay in and very clean with well equipped kitchen. Thank you for a fantastic few days in Fort Augustus!
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10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

Great location to see all the sites. Chris and Felicity were fantastic hosts with unbelievable local information for touring. Our apartment 3 was spacious clean and had all the necessities for a fantastic experience. So far it has been the highlight of our highlands trip and would highly recommend this spot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stilvolle Unterbringung

Die verkehrsgünstige Lage, die liebevolle Inneneinrichtung, die gute Ausstattung der Küche und das sehr freundliche Vermieterpaar haben sehr dazu beigetragen unseren Schottlandurlaub zur einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis werden zu lassen. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

paul s.

Fantastic location

On arrival Felicity showed us around and gave us some good tips for places to visit. The apartment was great and only a 5/10 minute walk to the centre of Fort Augustus. It was warm and comfortable and everything at hand you may need. A fantastic place with friendly people, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine M.

Phantastisch

Wir haben uns im Old Convent No. 3 sehr wohlgefühlt. Das Apartment ist toll renoviert und sehr gemütlich eingerichtet, die Ausstattung lässt keine Wünsche offen. Wir wurden herzlich empfangen und haben von Felicity und Chris viele Informationen für Touren erhalten. Fort Augustus ist ein idealer Standort für Ausflüge zur Insel Skye, Speyside-Whiskytour u.a.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michiel H.

Perfect place to stay!

The old convent is in all respects a perfect place to stay. The owners (Chris and Felicity) are very kind en helpful. Our appartment (no. 3) was spacious, very clean and fully equipped. Fort Augustus is an ideal starting point for all kinds of activities in the neighborhood (such as Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle, National Park, Inverness, Plockton etc.).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jürgem S.

Hervorragend

wir haben 1 Woche im Juli 2018 im App. Nr. 3 verbracht. Wir wurden liebevoll empfangen u. Chris hat uns viele wertvolle Tipps für Unternehmungen gegeben. Besonders spannend! war die Fahrt mit der Glenelg-Fähre nach Skye. Die Wohnung ist super gemütlich eingerichtet u. mit allem was man benötigt ausge- stattet. Mit der Renovierung des Convents ist den Gastgebern eine gelungene Mischung aus alt u. neu gelungen. Sehr zu empfehlen..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

Outstanding!

We've not long returned home after spending 12 nights at The Old Convent and quite honestly wish we could go back tomorrow! We stayed in No 3, a spacious first floor apartment with stunning views from every room. We both spent many an hour sitting by the bedroom window watching the bunnies on the lawn! The accomodation was spotlessly clean and has absolutely everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. It is clear that Felicity and Chris have poured so much of themselves into the renovations. They love the building and it shows! We were lucky to be able to have a nose around the other two finished apartments. All very different but equally beautiful, quirky and sympathetically renovated. We can't wait to see No 2 when it's finished! Thank you both so much for your hospitality! Perfect hosts! Tracey & Richard
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Excellent facilities and very helpful hosts.

Had a lovely week. Very good location for sight seeing. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

A home away from home but near the shores of beautiful Loch Ness

A roomy, comfortable and well appointed apartment at Fort Augustus near the shores of Loch Ness. Cruising on the Loch, beautiful walks, activities in town and many restaurants in town if you choose to eat out (we decided to eat in for most of our meals in the spacious kitchen/dining room). Also you could not ask for friendlier and more helpful hosts. A wonderful holiday stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bruno C.

Highlands

Très bon emplacement pour visiter les Highlands, Logement très propre et très beau, tout y était, très bon conseil de Felicity pour notre visite à l'île de Skye ! Merci !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

No. 3 was perfect

We stayed here with our 18yo nephew for 3 nights and loved every minute of it. Apartment has been nicely updated. The bathroom was especially nice and spacious. My husband is picky when it comes to bathrooms, and this one did not disappoint! Bedroom is spacious too. We used the oven and did several loads of laundry, which was nice to have available. Felicity and Chris were wonderful hosts. Felicity has a nice book of suggested activities and drives. We took her advice to go to the Old Man of Storr and were happy with that decision. We also spent a day going to Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield and Clara Cairns. Fort Augustus is a great base. The house is about 10 min walk to down town. Grocery store is bustling with energy, a perfect pit stop for supplies before heading out to explore the highlands. There's a gas station, gift shop and post office wrapped into to the grocery store as well. Tourist office around the corner has information and sells stamps too. Lots of fish and chips shops to choose from! We highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C.

Home from home

Had a truly wonderful stay, Chris and Felicity were very welcoming to their lovely home. They had lots of local knowledge and advice about how to make the most out of our (too) short stay. I would absolutely recommend this property for visiting the Highlands or just a relaxing break. Thank you Chris and Felicity and we look forward to visiting again, hopefully for a bit longer. Kind regards Stefan and Bernadette
Archival

10/10 Excellent

An excellent base

No 3 The Old Convent was an excellent choice of accommodation. A very warm welcome and a spotlessly clean and very comfortable apartment. The apartment was extremely well equipped and the owners were a mine of information on things to see and do in the area. It was an short walk into Fort Augustus where there was a shop open until 8.00pm and a variety of eating places.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Comfort, hospitality and location perfect.

We had a wonderful few days in this beautiful apartment in Fort Augustus. Felicity and Chris are so welcoming and everything you need is there. Saw a deer in the grounds one morning. Lots to see around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016