Guests say
Balnacraig Cottage receives high praise for its stunning views, spacious and well-equipped interiors, and welcoming host. Guests particularly enjoyed the hot tub, thoughtful touches, and the property's cleanliness. The location is ideal for exploring Inverness and the Highlands, though some noted occasional traffic on the bridge. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few guests mentioned minor maintenance issues and privacy concerns. Overall, Balnacraig offers a memorable and comfortable stay for families and groups.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as beautifully clean and well maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the outstanding views and convenient access to Inverness and the Highlands, though some mention busy traffic on the nearby bridge.
The cottage is described as spacious, with comfortable beds and furniture, making it suitable for families and groups.
The property is very well equipped, with extras like a hot tub, robes, and slippers. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, such as decking and garden upkeep.
Guests appreciated thoughtful extras such as hot tub towels, bathrobes, slippers, and welcome goodies. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoy panoramic views over the Moray Firth or simply relax in the hot tub after a busy day exploring this amazing location.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 49" Smart TV, CD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, American Fridge Freezer
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room.
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ensuite Also Accessed From Hallway
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Ensuite: Double Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ensuite Also Accessed From Landing
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Large decked area with garden furniture. Unspoilt wooded grounds. Hot tub for 5 (private). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only, no stag or hen parties. There are slopes in the grounds.. This detached house enjoys spectacular, panoramic views over the waters of the inner Moray Firth and the Highland capital city of Inverness. Balnacraig, has been equipped and furnished to a high standard to ensure as comfortable and relaxing holiday as possible.
Set in the small hamlet of Craigton and a short distance from the seaside village of North Kessock, Balnacraig makes the perfect base for exploring the beautiful part of the northern Highlands. Only 3 miles from Inverness, visitors will find a wealth of historic and cultural attractions as well as a very good selection of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés. Culloden Battlefield, Fort George, Cawdor Castle and Loch Ness are just a few of the many interesting places to visit. Take a boat trip on the waters of the Moray coast and hopefully catch sight of the blue nose dolphins which the area is renowned for.
For the more energetic, there is hill walking and mountain biking through the woodland in the forest trails behind Balnacraig. A large variety of water sports, fishing, boat trips and numerous golf courses are just some of the many activities available within easy driving distance. The Cairngorms National Park and Aviemore which is set in the heart of the park, is a very popular destination for winter sports and is just over 40 minutes’ drive away. Take a trip along the Moray Malt Whisky Trail or a day out to the lovely Isle of Skye or the Orkney Islands (available Jun-Aug) which are both well worth visiting - there is so much to see and do for all ages. For the less energetic, sit back and relax whether it be in the hot tub or in the living area and watch the ever changing views from this lovely property. Many happy memories will be made in this beautiful and unspoilt destination. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Scottish Letting Licence No: HI-20369-P
Reviews (10)
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Penny Jackson
Balnacraig is a lovely house with beautiful rooms and exceptionally well equiped. The views over the Moray Firth, Kessock Bridge and Inverness are amazing in daylight and at night. You can sit and watch the changing scene for hours from inside or out on the large decked area with furniture and the Hot tub.Gill, the owner, met us when we arrived and showed us around, the house is so comfortable and so beautifully decorated and thought out it's a credit to Gill We managed to do a fair amount of the NC500 on days out up the east coast and over to Ullapool and down the west coast over mountains and moorland with stunning scenery.We didn't see hide nor hair of the, apparenly, 200 Dolpins that live in Moray Firth but managed to see one seal at Charnory Point.North Kessock Hotel is well worth a visit for a meal.
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Confirmed Guest
I strongly recommend a stay at Balnacraig. The home is lovely, and the views are spectacular. Plenty of space and bathrooms for our group of 10. We loved spending evenings on the patio. 10-15 minutes to Inverness, and 20 minutes to Chanonry Point for dolphin spotting. Gill is a gracious and unobtrusive host. I hope our travels bring us back to Scotland so we can stay here again.
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Roselyn Mackenzie
Bushes round the hot tub needs attention Decking needs some staining or cleaned