The Boathouse at Croft Downie

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A wooden cabin with a stone foundation by a rocky shore, a staircase leading to a deck, and a view of the sea.
A rustic cabin by a lake with a wooden deck and a small staircase leading to the entrance.
A room with a large window offering a view of a bridge and water, a TV, a fireplace, and a chair with a sports jersey.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a computer, and a window.
A house surrounded by autumn-colored trees near a body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located right on the beach, this vacation home features ocean views and a cozy atmosphere for adventure travelers. It accommodates 2 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. The property is pet-friendly, inviting you and your furry friend to enjoy the beautiful waterfront setting.

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Sleeps 21 bedroom1 bed

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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North Kessock, Scotland
  • Place, Sarens PSG Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Victorian Market
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Boathouse at Croft Downie

Be at one with nature in this beautiful and peaceful boathouse on the shores of the Moray Firth. Surrounded by beaches and ancient woodlands, the Boathouse at Croft Downie offers the perfect rural retreat with long romatic walks along the beach or through the forest. Immerse yourself in nature, surrounded by otters and heron, with the occasional glimpse of red squirrels, deer and even the Moray Firth dolphins. Idylic isolation just 15 minutes from Inverness town centre. This completely unique studio property with beaches either side sits on the South shore of the beautiful Black Isle between Kilmuir and the Kessock Bridge, with 270 degree views over the Moray Firth.

The 30m2 studio apartment has a super-king-size bed at one end, a working/eating area in the middle and a fully fitted kitchen and living area at the other end. The property benefits from an en-suite shower-room and a wood burning stove. Downstairs, guests have access to wild-swimming in the shallows of the Moray Firth and a private room with double-ended bath and outside shower. There is plenty of outside seating along with a gas barbeque and plenty of space for camp fires.

Guests have exclusive access to the studio apartment, private room at beach level, beaches, lawn and ample car parking with multiple sitting and dining areas. Beach and forest walks can be directly accessed from the property, and boats, canoes and kayaks can be launched easily from the beaches beside the property. Guests can contact Graham by email or telephone at any time with local backup numbers available for emergencies.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please take recycling and rubbish to the bins at the end of the road.
Please take any empty bottles to the bottle bank in the village.
Please leave the key in the keybox (6870).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number HI-20511-F
Property # 11912538
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

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Inverness Castle and Red Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park and Inverness Botanic Gardens. Inverness Leisure and Campbells of Beauly are also worth visiting.
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North Kessock, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Sarens PSG Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Victorian Market - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Inverness Castle - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 11 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 14 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Gellions - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cafe De Paulo - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse at Croft Downie pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boathouse at Croft Downie?

As of 25 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boathouse at Croft Downie on 27 Aug, 2026 start from S$747, 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 at The Boathouse at Croft Downie?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boathouse at Croft Downie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boathouse at Croft Downie?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Boathouse at Croft Downie located?

Nestled on the beach, this Inverness holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Moray Firth and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sarens PSG Stadium. Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Victorian Market are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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