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Guest house in Dundonnell
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviewsRustic charm, cosy & nostalgic Bedstee for 2
6–13 Nov
Place to stay in Highland Council
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviewsCabin by the Pier - a unique location
13–20 Aug
Guest house in Lewiston
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviewsCrogacn lodge - a little bit of luxury - loch ness
4–11 Feb
Tiny home in Drumnadrochit
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviewsBetty's Bothy (traditional Scottish small house)
15–22 Aug
Cottage in Morar
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviewsCosy, modern cottage only a walk from silver sands
28 Nov – 5 Dec
Barn in Highland Council
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviewsPityoulish Barn
4–11 Aug
Chalet in Fort Augustus
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviewsThe Chalet
20–27 Sept
Cabin in Silverbridge
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviewsHidden Gem, delightful log Cabin near NC500
5–12 Feb
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Fort Augustus
Total rentals
150 properties
Rentals with a pool
90 properties have a pool
Pet-friendly rentals
30 properties allow pets
Family-friendly rentals
90 properties are a good fit for families
Total number of reviews
6.5K reviews
Nightly prices starting at
£48 before taxes and fees
Your guide to Fort Augustus
Welcome to Fort Augustus
Sitting at the foot of the world-famous Loch Ness, this unassuming village has a population of no more than 700. But it’s a prime position from which to enjoy far-reaching views across the long, narrow loch, and the perfect base for some of the best walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting in the Scottish Highlands. The long-distance route of the Great Glen Way, continuing on its way from Fort William to Inverness, offers stunningly scenic walking, while the South Loch Ness Trail provides opportunities for mountain biking. Although it’s an altogether different form of transport that makes this place unique: the 60-mile Caledonian Canal passes through here in a flurry of locks.
Fort Augustus is a wonderful place to pause, perhaps at one of the waterside cafes or restaurants, and watch the gentle progress of the boats, or even to take a trip out on the loch yourself. Other landmarks to look out for in town include the former Benedictine abbey and one of the smallest lighthouses in Britain.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Fort Augustus
June to August have the best weather for visiting the Scottish Highlands; not only are the days warmer, and hopefully less wet, but they’re also considerably longer, allowing you to make even more of your trip. The shores of Loch Ness aren’t plagued by midges in the same way as some parts of Scotland. July is particularly special in the region because it’s when one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious Highland Games are held, in nearby Inverness. Scottish schools go back earlier than the rest of the United Kingdom, so the second half of August is not as busy as the rest of the summer. Spring and autumn are when the Highland scenery is at its most colourful, wreathed in wildflowers or carpeted in heather. Whenever you come, pack for unpredictable weather and bring waterproofs.
Top things to do in Fort Augustus
The Caledonian Canal Centre
This visitor centre, just off the towpath and mere moments from the loch, explores the waterway’s 200-year history and the extraordinary feats of Scottish engineering that created it. There’s a café and gift shop, and you can even stay in one of its seven rooms.
Bridge of Oich
Five miles south of Fort Augustus — or a 30-minute bicycle ride — is this splendid 46-metre suspension bridge, constructed in 1854 after floods swept away the old one. Out of use since the 1930s, it was restored after more than 60 years and is now a pedestrian and bicycle crossing across the River Oich.
Urquhart Castle
Sitting near the middle of Loch Ness’s 23-mile western side, the atmospheric ruins of this 1,000-year-old castle add a certain poetry to its shoreline. This was once a mighty and important stronghold, fought over by Edward I, Robert the Bruce, and the MacDonald clan. You can still climb its tower to enjoy the views over the water.
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