Bouverie Bed and Breakfast Association is a free booking service for Guesthouses, private B & B and owner-occupied accommodation.
Inverness is one of Europe's newest and fastest growing cities. It lies at the mouth of the River Ness - from where it gets its Gaelic based name Inbhir Nis meaning ‘mouth (or confluence) of the Ness’. The local economy is largely tourism driven, although there are a number of major employers in construction and healthcare. The city of Inverness is also the administrative centre of the Highland Council.
Most of the pubs and clubs are in the old part of the city, around Church Street whilst restaurants are found along both sides of the River Ness. The leafy suburbs of Crown, Drummond and Culduthel are but a short walk away.The booking service is only for quality Bed and Breakfast Accommodation, Guesthouses and small Hotels close to the city centre or in the most pleasant suburbs
You can find your desired location on the home page map and easily establish availability in a range of differently graded accommodation in order to find an ideal city centre BandB accommodation base from which to explore the sights and culture of central Inverness, the Caledonian Canal, or the administrative centre of Highland District.
The Bouverie Bed and Breakfast Association independently grades each B&B accommodation so that guests can easily choose between various facilities, locations and tariffs
Bouverie Bed and Breakfast Association is a cooperative of Guesthouses, private B & B and owner-occupied accommodation that shares overflow internet traffic and enquiries amongst its members. The intention is to make the booking process for clients simple by limiting the information on association properties to a précis of accommodation type, with facilities symbols and transparent availability at the first point of contact.
Further information in relation to the accommodation can be found by direct access to the accommodation's own web site, which will use the association's availability calendar software, booking form software and will have a return logo to the Association's home page on each web page.
The Association only invites quality accommodation to join so as to build the reputation of the association as a quality brand. However the intention is to attempt to sign up accommodation in all areas of Scotland where accommodation may be required for both tourism and business. In areas where the accommodation need is high but the supply of suitable accommodation is limited, the Association will still attempt to sign up the best options.
The Association will engage in Internet marketing and Search Engine Optimisation to promote web sites that name the eight largest cities in Scotland. Extra information in relation to activities in each of the website cities will be available to assist guests and assist search engine ranking, although all properties will be possible to access from any of the web sites. The Association will not limit itself to accommodation properties in cities. There will be discounts available to accommodation providers in rural areas but the main thrust of marketing will be to reach clients that seek accommodation in urban areas.
The Association encourages all its members to engage in independent internet marketing. There is no charge to any member when a booking is made that is generated independently from the Association web sites. The Association will also encourage all accommodation to provide broadband internet access and VOIP telephones in all the rooms and to expect clients that book through the Association to be computer sophisticated.
The displays continue on the first floor with the more recent history of the Highlands - Jacobite memorabilia, Inverness silverware, authentic Highland weapons and bagpipes.
The first floor exhibition area also features a changing programme of temporary exhibitions.
Services celebrated Mon-Fri 7.30am & 6pm; Sat & Sun 5.30pm; Eucharist Mon & Wed 12.30pm; Tue 6.15pm; Thu 10.15am; Fri 8am; Sun main service 10.30am
Stretching from Fort William to Inverness, the Caledonian Canal is 60 miles long. 22 miles are man-made: the rest are natural lochs, namely Loch Lochy, Loch Oich, the famous Loch Ness and Loch Dochfour.
Widely considered a masterpiece of canal engineering, the Caledonian is on a scale incomparable with almost anything else in Britain. It has survived in part due to its continuing importance in the Highland economy, and partly because it is quite simply spectacular.
Eastgate sits at the heart of Inverness with excellent road, bus, rail, taxi and airport links and offers 1,350 parking spaces.
General opening Hours:
Monday to Wednesday 9am - 5.30pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday to Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm
Views from the moray firth up to the last jacobite battlefield Culloden Moor close to the Clava Cairns. See the picturesque villages of Fortrose, Avoch and the lighthouse at chanonry point on the black isle. See fort george, ardersier.scenic views of the mouth of the great glen. The Beauly firth where the Caledonian Canal links the north sea to Loch Ness, Loch Oich, Loch Lochy and Fort William to the atlantic.
Acorn House has double, Triple and Family rooms all with en-suite bathrooms, a dining room, sauna and off-street parking.
Perhaps some day we can also welcome you in person at Glen Moray, in the meantime why not find out more about our distillery, our finest quality malt whisky, our people and what's been happening recently.
It has a spectacular new exhibition, People & Place featuring a thousand years of Scottish history with a Moray perspective.
The fossils exhibits and Pictish stones are internationally renowned. From among the museum's 36,000 items there is a Roman hoard on display which was discovered on a local dig. The curator, an expert on Roman history, is on hand to share his knowledge.
The collection includes important archives such as the George Gordon correspondence and Grant of Wester Elchies papers which consists of correspondence between family members of the Lairds of Wester Elchies (1780 -1920). The estate was a small part of the extensive lands owned by Sir Archibald Grant of Monymusk. He sold Wester Elchies mansion and some surrounding lands to Robert Grant, a local lad who made good in Canada and London during 1786. Robert Grant styled himself first Laird of Wester Elchies. His descendants preferred to live at Carron house and were known locally as lairds of Carron. The last laird died in 1952.
Other archive papers include some of the writings of Charles Darwin and T. H. Huxley.
Recent acquisitions include a set of miniatures of the Parthenon Frieze (The Elgin Marbles) by John Henning.
Visitors to the unique time capsule of Dallas Dhu can see and hear how whisky was made here – there is an audio-visual presentation and free audio guide – and sample a free dram.
Opening times
Summer (1 April - 30 September), Monday to Sunday, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm
Winter (1 October - 31 March), Saturday to Wednesday (closed Thursday and Friday), 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
2007 Admission prices
Adult £5.00 Child £2.50 Concessions £4.00
We are open from 1pm to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday. For a private viewing please telephone, or ring our bell
Entry is free and there is no obligation
The Centre was converted from a former salmon fishing station that has existed on the site since 1768. Tools and old boats from the buildings’ former use still remain around the site as well as a strange three-humped, grass covered building, which is actually an Ice House.
Its many outstanding architectural features include the country’s finest octagonal chapter house.
West Highland is Fraser country. Moniack Castle dates from 1580 and Frasers have lived there ever since. The business is run by the family, Philippa Fraser and her two sons, Rory and Kit,together with their friend Jonathan Garden, with help of local people, all of whom during your visit, will make you most welcome.
There are 9 country wines and liqueurs together with a delicious range of 22 marmalades, sauces and preserves available to sample and enjoy. Philippa started the winery in 1979.
On your guided tour, you will see the fermenting room, filtering processes, bottling and labeling, then pass through the cellars to the kitchen and watch the cooking of the preserves and sauces.
Jacobite, offers not just cruises but a wide selection of tours, and combined tour/cruises, and charters sailing on Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal throughout the year.
Fort George is the only Ancient Monument in Scotland still functioning as intended – a working army barracks – yet welcoming visitors. A gift shop, which sells a wide range of gifts including locallymade products, and a café are available. The Regimental Museum of the Queen’s Own Highlanders is here. There is also a summer events programme. A free audio tour (in six languages) is available. Wheelchairs available. 6m W of Nairn, 11m NE of Inverness off the A96
Opening Times: Open all year. Last ticket sold 45 minutes before closing. Café open limited hours in winter.
Admission Prices:Adult: £6.50; Child £3.25; Conc £5.00
Whatever inspired their construction, all agree that the experience of visiting the Standing Stones of Calanais is not to be missed.
Once one of Scotland’s largest castles, Urquhart’s remains include a tower house that commands splendid views of the famous loch and Great Glen.
Opening Times: Open all year seven days a week. 1 April to 30 September 9.30am to 6.00pm and 1October to 31 March 9.30am to 5.00pm. Last tickets 45 minutes before closing. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Admission Prices:Adult: £6.50; Child £3.25; Conc £5.00
Although first inhabited around the 6th century, the first fortified castle was built in the mid 13th century and stood guard over the lands of Kintail. Since then, at least four different versions of the castle have been built and re-built as the feudal history of Scotland unfolded through the centuries.
Partially destroyed in a Jacobite uprising in 1719, Eilean Donan lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and proceeded to restore the castle to its former glory. After 20 years of toil and labour the castle was re-opened in 1932.
The Castle & Exhibitions Every day 17 March - 15 Nov 10am - 6.00pm
(Last Admission 5.00pm) (9.00am opening during July & August)
The Visitor Centre (Reception, Coffee shop & Toilets)
10am - 5pm Every day 17 March - 15 Nov
Gift shop Open all year
Castle Admission Prices
Adults £4.95
Concessions (Students, OAPs, UB40) £3.95
Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) £10.50
Under 5s FREE
Group Rate (min 12 persons) £3.80
Inverness High Street and Station are only five minutes walk away, and the Guesthouse is in close proximity to a number of good restaurants. The excellent Riva and Rocpool are both directly below us.
Whin Park guest house has an attractive mix of double/twin, single and family rooms, all fully equipped with en-suite facilities, colour television and tea/coffee hospitality tray.
There is a comfortable residents' lounge for quiet relaxation and an attractive dining room providing hearty Scottish breakfasts. Locally, there is a wide range of restaurants, pubs and hotels offering a staggering variety of international cuisine to suit all tastes and pockets.
The house is the closest Guest House in Ness Bank to the city centre and is only a few minutes walk from the Bus and Rail Stations, Theatre, Cathedral, Castle and lovely riverside walks and parks.
Ness Bank Guest House is personally supervised and run by David and Judith Milne.
We have been awarded 3 Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board
and a Silver Award by the Green Tourism Business Scheme.
The Accommodation comprises a King size double room with en-suite bathroom, a double room with private bathroom and a twin bedded room with en-suite bathroom. There is also a guest lounge and dining room.
Blairdhu House is situated just 100 metres from the roundabout as you come off the Skye Bridge and is just five minutes walk from the lovely fishing village of Kyleakin, which offers bars/restaurants and shops. The village also offers some lovely walks.
Blairdhu House is beautifully furnished throughout to a high standard, all rooms are en-suite with TV, tea/coffee making facilities, radio, hairdryers and ironing facilities. Two Twin and One Family and Four Double Rooms are available.
We offer a menu breakfast that includes continental buffet and supply the finest filter coffee. There is a superb panoramic view from the dining room, which rarely fails to impress our guests.
Relax in our lounge - help yourself to coffee and browse through local guide books and brochures.
Central, yet quiet village location. Parking available.
The first floor living room has some of the best sunset views in the village and overlooks Shieldaig Island and the sea loch. There is a computer for guests with broadband access, along with a wide selection of books & games plus a large TV with DVD player.
Facilities include:
* Great views from all rooms of loch and mountains
* King & Super-king sized beds
* Double, Twin or Triple rooms
* Central heating
* Guest fridge on landing supplied with fresh milk
* Hospitality tray, hairdryer and local information in each room
* Soft white face, hand and bath towels along with hand made soaps in
bright, sparkling, airy shower rooms
* Dedicated drying room with de-humidifier
* New large conservatory style dining room
* Ample off-street parking
* Close to village with shop and bar
We have three good-sized en-suite bedrooms all with comfortable beds. All bedrooms enjoy an open aspect with the king-sized having a view to the rear garden and beyond.
Bedrooms are fully en-suite. All have tea & coffee making, complementary toiletries, remote control TV, hairdryer, bedside lighting, radio alarm and individually controlled heating.
We have two lounge areas (one overlooks the garden) for relaxation after the day's travels. Relax and plan the next day's activities or to chat, or study the wildlife on the hillside. A large amount of tourist information is provided for guests use.
All rooms have power shower en suite, free broadband internet connectivity, flat screen TV, desk and seating space in addition to the other standard items.
We are especially proud of our easy access disabled room.
The guest house provides an excellent base for exploring the beautiful beaches, lochs and moorland that characterise the island, and seeing all the wildlife they attract. It is conveniently located for Benbecula airport (3 miles), a range of local attractions and places to eat. The remains of Borve Castle are on the doorstep.
Borve Guest House has four letting rooms: one single, two twins and one double. The double room has a double bed and two single beds and can be used as a family room.
Three of the rooms have en-suite facilities; the remaining twin room has private bath/shower. All rooms are supplied with Neutrogena toiletries, a hospitality tray, TV, clock radio and hairdryer.
There is a fully equipped kitchen where guests can prepare an evening meal for themselves.
Our guests have use of a large, comfortable lounge with satellite television and DVD player
along with a selection of films, books and games.
Well behaved dogs welcome by prior arrangement.
Our family room which is en suite has a double bed and two single beds. Our ground floor double room has its own private bathroom. Our second double room is en suite. All rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, satellite television, clock radio & hairdryer.
The five bedrooms are configured as two Family rooms, one double room, one twin room and one single room. All bedrooms are comfortably furnished and have a TV and en-suite facilities as standard.
Wireless Broadband access available.
This Visit Scotland 4 star award winning bed and breakfast accommodation is only a five minute walk from Inverness city centre and is one of the most central guest houses, close to restaurants, pubs, theatre and the lovely river Ness. All rooms in our guest house accommodation are en suite and offer DVD players and wireless internet facilities together with private parking
Like our visitors, we booked into Glebe End for Bed and Breakfast, but in our case we ended up buying it! Recent renovation provides comfortable B&B accommodation.
We offer guests a choice of 3 bedrooms.
* 1 double, king size, en suite
* 1 double/twin with private bathroom
* 1 family/twin, en suite
Each bedroom has a colour TV, a hospitality tray and a hairdryer.
The family/twin room overlooks the sea.
Inverness is an ideal base for touring the Highlands. The west coast, Isle of Skye and the numerous distilleries and golf coursed towards Speyside can all be visited comfortably from here. Loch Ness is just along the road and we have the city centre on our doorstep, just a gentle walk along the river path to shops, restaurants, cathedral and castle.
The accomodation comprises a King size double with en-suite bath, a Twin room with private bath and a King size double with en-suite shower with River View. All rooms have TV, Radio, CD Player and Tea/Coffee tray. Ample parking is available and a Lounge area & Sun Porch.
We offer accommodation in comfortable, spacious en-suite rooms all of which have TV, tea/coffee hospitality trays, radio alarms and hairdryers. A full Scottish breakfast is served in our large dining room or in the conservatory. At Moraydale you can be assured of friendly personal service and an enjoyable stay whether on business or holiday.
Broomhill House is just outside Helmsdale on the north side of the village and just off the A9 road. Set into the hill the house looks over the sea and the Buckie coast can be seen from the house on a clear day. Evening meals are available on request and private off road parking is provided.
Much thought has gone into providing good quality accommodation which has been decorated and furnished to a very high standard. Each of the ten spacious bedrooms have en suite shower rooms (W.C., washbasin and shower), colour television and tea/coffee making facilities.
The lounge, with its panoramic views and peaceful atmosphere, is ideal for catching up on some reading or enjoying one of the board games provided. Alternatively, from Ardvreck, guests can walk along the pebbled beach to Ullapool or in the other direction, over the hill, towards Rhue and its lighthouse.
The house sits in 14 acres of private land with a large garden and is approximately 250 meters from the B862 road so is very peaceful. With its elevated position, Kinbrylie has wonderful views of Stratherrick and the Monadhliath mountains featuring Beinn Sgurrach in the foreground.
All the bedrooms in Kinbrylie are well appointed, have en suitebathrooms, colour televisions and radio alarms. Tea and coffee facilities are available all day in the dining/hall area .
We are wi fi friendly, have internet access available for guests to use free of charge and can download your digital photographs to CD for a small charge.
Laundry facilities are also available.
With three comfortable double rooms (one with a luxury corner bath/shower and two with en-suite showers) plus a home-cooked hearty highland breakfast (served at the time of your choice in the morning), Sandra will ensure that you make the most of your holiday.
Full central heating will also ensure that you are kept warm and cosy all year around.
As a Gaelic-speaking local, Sandra will be also be able to direct you to the best local attractions and places to eat or drink, and she will also teach you some Gaelic phrases to impress the friends and family on your return home!
Double Room
This contains one double bed, ample storage for clothing and other luggage, coffee and tea making facilities as well as other refreshments. Residents of this room have their own private bathroom.
Twin RoomTwin/Kingsize Room
This contains two single beds (which can be pushed together to form a Kingsize bed), an en suite bathroom with shower, space for clothing and luggage, as well as coffee and tea making facilities.
A comfortable double bedroom looks to the rear of the house over the fields and forest Rear bedroom and the view from the window and when you open the large built in wardrobe you will find the TV and a radio for your use. There is loads of shelving and hanging space for all your clothing.
The second bedroom accommodates twin beds and is situated to the front of the house. It has a wall mounted TV and a clock/radio alarm. There is ample wardrobe and drawer space.
Both Bedrooms have tea and coffee facilities - decaffeinated & flavoured tea/coffee by request, biscuits, sweets & occasional home baking, TV with remote control and a local information pack with interesting sites and attractions in the Highlands to help you plan your stay, a hairdryer and a first aid kit.
This 3 star guest house offers a warm friendly welcome with comfort and quality being a priority. Many of the rooms have been upgraded for summer 2007.
We offer a choice of double, single and family bedrooms.
All bedrooms have ensuite facilities, TV, radio, hairdryer, Wi-fi and tea/coffee.
Breakfast is served in our elegant dining room. Guests may also relax in the sitting room.
The accommodation at Corriness House comprises one twin room on the ground floor; a further twin room, one family and two double rooms on the upper floor.
All rooms are tastefully decorated, and have:
En suite shower or shower and bath
Colour televisions
Tea and coffee making facilities
We have three guest bedrooms. One double with large private bathroom, and two double/twin rooms each with large en suite bathroom.
Gairloch has several excellent hotels, restaurants and bars within a 3 mile radius. We will be happy to make recommendations and reservations on your behalf.
All five bedrooms in the house have en-suite shower rooms, they are also equipped with hair dryers, televisions, cd/radio/alarm clocks, tea and coffee making facilities, spare blankets, pillows and hot water bottles.
Room 1: A double room situated on the ground floor suitable for guests with restricted mobility.
Room 2: A double room on the first floor with an east facing aspect which enjoys the early morning sunshine.
Room 3: Is our family room, with a double bed and bunk beds, is on the first floor and looks out over the front garden. There is also a video player if parents wish to bring videos with them to amuse their children.
Room 4: Is a twin room on the first floor, looking out over the front garden.
Room 5: Is a twin room on the first floor, with a west facing aspect that looks out over the side garden and enjoys the evening sunshine.
Additionally we have a single bed, a z bed and a cot that can be placed in rooms when required.
What makes Birch Cottage special, however, is the quality of the food – it is truly outstanding, as many of the comments in the visitor book will confirm.
The breakfast menu offers both full English and Continental. Evening meals are served in the intimate candle-lit dining room using locally sourced ingredients for freshness and quality.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own beer or wine, as we are un-licensed (no corkage charged).
Our rooms are designed for comfort, have private bathrooms and a magical view. There is a Morning Room where guests can relax with coffee after dinner and a Garden Terrace (complete with anti-midge machine!) where you may dine, drink or simply enjoy the surroundings.
This most natural feature on our doorstep enthralls visitors lucky enough to witness the many Atlantic Salmon as they battle upstream at the Falls to return to their place of birth in Loch Shin and spawn the next generation.