Welcome

Welcome to Balnacraig. This holiday home is the ideal base for those  looking  for  luxury  self-catering accommodation near Inverness.  The house is suitable for a maximum of 10 people. There are 5 bedrooms (3 kingsize and 2 twin-bedded)  4 of which are en-suite,  wi-fi throughout and a hot tub on the large decked area.    Balnacraig offers the best of both worlds; quick and easy access to the City centre, as well as fabulous views extending over the Moray Firth and beyond.  It is also well- placed for exploring the Highlands 0f Scotland.

The house nestles in a prime location on Ord Hill, 10 minutes north of Inverness.  This gives easy access to the A9, with plenty of opportunity to explore the North of Scotland, including the  NC500 route (Scotland’s answer to the Route 66) experiencing the splendour of the rugged Highland coastline.  Alternatively, separate trips to the west could include the Isle of Skye, Applecross, Gairloch and Ullapool, to the north there is  Tain, Dornoch, Golspie, John o’Groats and the Orkney Isles, or south to the great whisky distilleries on Speyside, along with the Cairngorms.  Loch Ness offers superb views, with the Nessie myth remaining.

The Moray Firth is famous for dolphin watching, with regular boat trips available.  The local wildlife includes red kites and rarely, even red squirrels.  Birdsong is a lovely feature.

The Ord Hill Forestry choices of walks are ideal for stretching your legs and can be accessed directly through the house’s private wooded area behind the garden.

The hot tub provides a truly relaxing experience, with the combination of spa sensation, plus wonderful views to relax the mind.

Please note:

  • Non-smoking
  • No pets
  • No hen or stag parties