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Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Inverness

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5194 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Whitebridge, SCT
  • Place, Loch Knockie
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Inverness

On lake.At this Inverness cottage, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Loch Knockie and 3 miles (5 km) of Wade Bridge. Also, Suidhe Viewpoint is within 3 miles (5 km) and Loch Tarff is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Loch Knockie - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Loch Ness - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 52 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 54 min drive - 34.1 miles
  • Culloden Battlefield - 57 min drive - 35.8 miles

Getting around

  • Newtonmore Station - 73 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cobb's Café - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Richmond House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie

Brachkashie Cottage sits on edge of Loch Knockie in a beautiful setting with amazing views over the Loch. The cottage has been completely refurbished throughout to a very high standard. Private jetty and direct access to Loch Knockie including fishing rights for brown trout (fly only) during the trout fishing season. Walk through the front door and down the stairs into the main reception area and you will be taken into another world! The panoramic view of the loch and hills beyond is special. One of the regular guests describes it as the best view in Scotland.
There is an open plan sitting area with wood burning stove with french doors which lead to the spacious decking area. The kitchen features a Rangemaster cooker plus a new fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is a Nespresso machine and milk frother! There is one refrigerator in the kitchen and a second large refridgerator/freezer in the laundry/utility room. Also in the laundry/utility room is a new washing machine, tumble dryer and plenty of hanging space for coats plus a boot rack. There are storage cupboards and an additional sink.

There are 3 bedrooms comprising of a Master bedroom, a Twin bedroom and a single bedroom. The cottage has one bathroom and one shower room, both with hand basins and WC's and both enjoy underfloor heating. The cottage features a stunning deck with a large table where you can enjoy 'alfresco' eating. Steps lead down to the garden and the loch. The property includes the use of its own rowing boat and canoe. Guests use the boats at their own risk. Buoyancy aids are provided and must be worn at all times. Loch Knockie is in a peaceful and tranquil setting and guests will enjoy an abundance of wildlife during their Highland holiday at Brachkashie.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non-smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 194 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Accommodation for strictly 5 guests ONLY

On departure the cottage must be left in a clean and tidy condition. Extra housekeeping/cleaning will be charged if this is not done.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Cot and High chair available

Events

No events allowed

Strictly No Stag or Hen parties allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Non-smoking only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Strictly No Stag or Hen parties allowed.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Strictly No Stag or Hen parties allowed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number HI-50379-F

Property is also known as

Brachkashie is Beautiful Cottage Overlooking Loch Knockie

Brachkashie is Beautiful Overlooking Loch Knockie Whitebridge

Brachkashie is Beautiful Overlooking Loch Knockie

Frequently asked questions

How close is Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie to the airport?

This cottage is 34.6 mi (47-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie to downtown Inverness?

This cottage is 23.4 mi away from Inverness.

Brachkashie is a beautiful cottage overlooking Loch Knockie Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert & Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully presented cottage in a magical setting. A hidden gem, pretty much off the beaten track.Was a great place to just relax & unwindCar definitely required
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All around amazing! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Florian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came in the middle of the night when it was all dark and we were pre-occupied trying not to run over the little rabbits on the road. Next morning we woke up in a paradise. The house, the interior, the lake, .... everything was as fallen out the the pages of a novel; a good one about the high lands, the lochs, the animals, and its people.Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay in your house. We can only recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

stephen m.

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

Excellent property, location was amazing

As a family living in London we've been to many rental cottages over the years and this is by far the best. The location is amazing, the house was fully equipped and the owners were available immediately for help. We had the best family New Year ever - the boat trip up Loch Ness was a dream.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

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

We spent a wonderful week in Brachkashie Cottage!

The house is appealing and stylishly furnished, the garden is very well maintained. Wonderful view of lake and mountains. The owners immediately helped with a question. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lars W.

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

Stunning place to relax

If you love Scotland, you love this place. Very nicely decorated cottage in front of a peacful loch. We all loved it and the kids did not want to leave. We would definately come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

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

Gorgeous cottage

We had a great week in this gorgeous cottage. The setting is amazing right on Loch Knockie and we made good use of the rowing boat and canoe as well as our own paddle boards. The kids loved it! The cottage is beautifully decorated and kitted out and spotlessly clean. Amazing place. We would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Beautiful Location and Scenery

Absolutely breathtaking location and scenery! The cottage is comfortable and extremely clean. All appliances worked with no problems. The few times we communicated with Catherine, at the beginning of the stay, were answered immediately and always friendly and a pleasure. A great location for exploring Loch Ness and Inverness. I LOVED IT!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Charming interior with stunning lake view!

Well equipped cottage with comfy beds, very quiet surroundings, good wifi, stunning view of the lake from terrace. The only thing that took a bit of getting used to is the distance to a supermarket. So one has to plan in advance the grocery shopping (luckily there are two fridges you can fill). But we were really positively surprised how much both kids and parents loved this cottage. We definitely recommend a stay in this small cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

colin m.

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Wonderful highland family adventure

The Cottage and location far exceeded our expectations. Our time at Brachkashie was just perfect for what our family wanted from our holiday. A mixture of relaxation, long walks and messing about on the loch. Then on the days that we managed to drag ourselves away from the cottage, it was the perfect base to explore what the highlands had to offer. We would certainly come back and stay again. Thanks Catherine and George for helping when needed. Best regards Colin, Nicky & Boys
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

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A piece of paradise in a loch

Tranquil cottage right on a loch. Simply breathtaking beauty as you open the door. Brachkashie cottage is so welcoming. The beds are comfortable with the loveliest soft sheets and thick feather duvets. There are even sheepskin rugs for when you get out of bed, stylish hot water bottles for cold nights and a wonderful fireplace with wood supplied. Bathrooms include a bath and shower - which worked well for our family as some like to relax in a bath while others prefer to shower. The jetty onto the loch was a very special feature and my family enjoyed rowing the little boat to the island. Absolute heaven .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

shaun s.

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

Heaven on earth

Some of the most breathtaking views you’ll ever see in Scotland and all on your doorstep. Every now and then you need to switch off from the world - immerse yourself in nature and brush away your troubles. Well this is definitely the place to do it. The cottage is stunning and has all the amenities needed for a large family holiday or a romantic couples retreat. It really has it all! George and Catherine have left no stone unturned to kit out the place and make it feel like home. We didn’t want to leave so extended our stay for a few more nights. They were both terrific in terms of communication and service was top notch. Anything we did need or require, was sent or explained very quickly: Thanks for making our time here truly special! Shaun and Elizabeth.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Helen F.

Our dream holiday come true!

For several years we have been looking for a cosy cottage with mooring and rowing boat surrounded by beautiful scenery. A place where we can really be in contact with nature, enjoying its sights and sounds. Brachkashie is exactly that place and we found it at last!! We spent the days flyfishing, rowing, walking then had bbqs on the decking with the amazing Webber bbq and later when it was too dark to enjoy the scenery we played scrabble or read by the fire. There are plenty of good books and board games, no need for wifi or tv. The nights were so restful, there was nothing to disturb the sweet silence, just the lovely sound of a tawny owl every now and then. Then we looked forward to breakfast in the kitchen watching the constantly changing look of the lake with the trees and clouds reflecting on its sometimes glass smooth, sometimes choppy waters. We saw plenty of wildlife around the area (different kinds of birds, ducks, trout, frogs, hedgehogs, sheep and deer). We really miss all of it, but we have returned to our noisy, busy town refreshed and rested, knowing that we can return next year to our dream holiday cottage. Thank you so much both Catherine and George for being so helpful, kind and attentive. You explained and prepared everything so well for us. Thank you also for taking the trouble in arranging to send us the Bose noise cancelling headphones we absentmindedly left behind. We were bound to leave them behind as we had no need for them from the very first moment we arrived and were put away in a drawer and never missed till we were close to the airport and they started to be necessary again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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

Perfekt!

Tolles Objekt - alles wie beschrieben. Unsere Erwartungen wurden voll erfüllt!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anja L.

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Super Unterkunft

Schöne Unterkunft in toller Lage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carsten H.

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Tolles Highland Cottage am See

Eine wirklich perfekte Unterkunft! Das Haus ist äußerst geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Es bietet allen Komfort, ein sehr schönes Grundstück und dann auch noch die Möglichkeit den quasi eigenen See (Loch Knockie) mit dem zum Haus gehörenden Boot und Kanu zu erkunden und mit der Fliege nach Forellen zu fischen. Einfach schön, friedvoll und wunderbar erholsam. Der Fußweg zum Loch Ness, dass als ein Stichwort auch zur guten Lage, mit anschließendem Picknick am Seeufer ist entspannend. Auch der Kontakt zur Gastgeberin war selbstredend sehr nett
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Y.

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Wonderful!

Everything about the property was wonderful. We all especially enjoyed the view and the cottage was clean and very well equipped with everything we needed. The lambs playing in the back garden was a unexpected bonus! Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

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A Small Piece of Paradise In The Highlands!

We had a wonderful stay at Brachkashie. The cottage and setting are absolutely stunning and the location towards the southern end of Loch Ness provides the perfect base to explore the Highlands. There was so much to do as a family, fantastic walks, fishing, boating and sightseeing. Thank you for a memorable stay, we hope and look forward to returning one day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Moritz G.

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Perfect getaway

The cottage is perfectly cozy located right by a beautiful lake. Everything was better than expected. The interior design is flawless and the fire place made us feel cozy in the evenings. The kitchen is well equipped. The landscape surrounding the cottage is breathtaking and canoeing on the lake is so peaceful. Catherine was always there for us if we had questions and very polite. We'd love to be back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

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Home from home. Location and views spectacular. Will recommend to friends and family.

As above.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Shona K.

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A week on the Loch

We had a great stay at the cottage, it was very peaceful, comfortable and surprisingly spacious. We enjoyed playing games, boating and sitting beside the log fire. We saw all kinds of wildlife and had a thoroughly enjoyable time. We had a good time watching the boats going through the locks at Fort Augustus whilst eating ice cream. The falls of Foyers were worth a quick trip, but most of all spending time beside and on the loch was a real privilege.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Brian S.

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Home from home

Brachkashie Cottage is in an idllic setting and the interior design is superb. When we holiday we seek properties that give a feeling of “ home from home” and Brachkashie Cottage certainly delivers in this respect. It’s a property we would have no hesitation in recommending. ( we have already shared details with many fiends who thought it great but unfortunately they have had to discount it due to the no dogs policy)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

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Fabulous tranquility

Highly recommend! Had a brilliant stay. Catherine was helpful and provided ample info on the run up to our break. The cottage itself is a home from home with everything you need and more, and the location is just breath taking. Have fallen in love with the highlands.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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A hidden gem

We had a wonderful relaxing week the cottage is as beautiful as the pictures with a fabulous view lots of wildlife and have great fun on the rowing boat and canoe! Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

William M.

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Beautiful and tranquil location

Beautiful and comfortable cottage in a stunning location. Well equipped kitchen and no tv reception was a bonus! We were also fortunate that the weather was wonderful and the midgies few so we spent a lot of time outdoors. Hopefully- if the two NHS doctors in our family can get leave - we will return for another dose of this wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020