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Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle

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A traditional house with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a front door.
A room with large windows offering a view of a stone wall and greenery.
A rural landscape with a stone wall, gravel path, and a house with a sloped roof.
A golf course with a clear view of the landscape, including distant hills and scattered yellow flowers.
A conservatory with a view of a garden, a sofa, and a chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This cottage accommodates 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers water views and features activities like birdwatching, fishing, and mountain biking. Families can enjoy nearby golf, while games provide additional entertainment. Explore attractions such as Fyrish Monument and Dalmore Distillery.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Evanton, Rosshire
  • Place, Fyrish Monument
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dalmore Distillery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Tulloch Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle

This well appointed house is well equipped, in a quiet and peaceful location yet easily accessible. It enjoys panoramic views of the Cromarty Firth. Enjoy the Firth views directly from the house. Inverness is only a 20 minute drive.
Enjoy beautiful walks through woodland to the Novar Estate crossing the Black Rock Gorge bridge and it's waterfall's. An attractive house set on its own, with beautiful natural garden and large woodlands. Excellent places to eat locally. Local shop 4 miles. Hotel/restaurant within 15 minute walk.
Situated near a small village with the sea to our front and forests and hills to our rear, we are also close enough to places like Loch Ness, Royal Dornoch Golf Course, and an abundance of local whisky distilleries including The Glenmorangie.

This well appointed house is well equipped, in a quiet and peaceful location yet easily accessible. It enjoys panoramic views of the Cromarty Firth. Enjoy the Firth views directly from the house. Inverness is only a 20 minute drive.
Enjoy beautiful walks through woodland to the Novar Estate crossing the Black Rock Gorge bridge and it's waterfall's. An attractive house set on its own, with beautiful natural garden and large woodlands. Excellent places to eat locally. Local shop 4 miles. Hotel/restaurant within 15 minute walk.
Situated near a small village with the sea to our front and forests and hills to our rear, we are also close enough to places like Loch Ness, Royal Dornoch Golf Course, and an abundance of local whisky distilleries including The Glenmorangie.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 99697ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Dingwall

Located in Dingwall, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fairy Glen Reserve and Cromarty Firth, while Dingwall Museum and Strathpeffer Pump Room are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Dingwall Leisure Centre and Invergordon Arts Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Evanton, Rosshire

What's nearby

  • Fyrish Monument - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Dalmore Distillery - 10 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Alness Golf Club - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Dingwall Museum - 15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Tulloch Castle - 15 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Beauly Station - 22 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe India - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chilli Masala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caledonian Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Highland Farm Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Green Lady Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle on Nov 16, 2026 start from $251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Former Lodge House to Swordale Castle located?

This family-friendly Dingwall cottage is located in the mountains, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fyrish Monument, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Dingwall Leisure Centre and Alness Golf Club. Dingwall Museum and Tulloch Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Roland van Oyen

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English, French, German, Dutch

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