Fantastic views - very peaceful - bright and airy - sleeps 4 to 6
Gruinyards is a stunning two bedroom penthouse apartment in a historic Monastery with probably the best views of Loch Ness from anywhere. It is elegantly furnished and will give you a truly memorable holiday.
The apartment at Gruinyards sleeps four, or six with the sofa-bed. Or use the double Aerobed in the huge master bedroom to make it a family room.
Flexible
We are very happy to take short-break bookings - even down to a single night - and you are welcome to start your stay on any day of the week. Unfortunately the TripAdvisor pricing structure can only deal with short stays of 4 nights but PLEASE send an enquiry and I will get back with a good price for any length of stay.
If you are not sure about dates we are very flexible about changes to dates and stay length, which can be made at any time, even while you are there, subject to availability and any additional cost.
In the event of a cancellation, although we do not offer to refund any money already paid, we are very happy to carry this forward to a new booking, subject to a 20% administration charge.
Last minute
We offer a 15% discount for any booking within 3 weeks of arrival. PLEASE contact me to arrange this as the booking system doesn't include it automatically.
Facilities
There is access to all the facilities of The Highland Club, which is the name for the whole Abbey complex. There are extensive gardens on the edge of Loch Ness and a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym in a former chapel. Tennis, badminton, croquet, snooker and table tennis are all available and free for guests. Archery, kayaking and fishing can also be arranged in the grounds though there would be a separate charge for these.
Above the trees
We should mention that the Gruinyards is on the third(UK) or fourth(US) floor of the old Monastery building, and is reached by 75 steps (there is no lift) but this is why it has such great views. It also means there is no one above and it is wonderfully peaceful there, like a nest above the rest of the world.
Inside
With high sloping ceilings, Gruinyards feels both spacious and cosy. It combines old and new, with magnificent Gothic stone windows and smart modern furniture. There are great views on three sides and it gets the sun all day long making it a fantastic place to relax whatever the weather.
Living room
There is a large open plan living room-dining room-kitchen that has high sloping ceilings and a huge stone window that gives stunning views right along Loch Ness. There are also views over the hills to the east and the Abbey cloisters to the south. The kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances and utensils and the oak dining table can be extended to seat 8.
Entertainment
There is a large TV with a wide range of DVDs and Gruinyards also has its own Netflix subscription for the use of guests. There is unlimited highspeed internet throughout the apartment and an iPod dock for music as well as a selection of board games, maps and guide books.
Bedrooms and bathrooms
There are two bedrooms: a very spacious principal bedroom which also has high ceilings and views on two sides. It is beautifully bright and airy and boasts a magnificent en-suite with a roll-top bath overlooking heather clad Borlum Hill.
The other is a very comfortable and cosy twin bedroom, with a second bathroom that includes a shower.
For sleeping 5 or 6 there is a choice between the double sofa bed in the living room or an inflatable double 'Aerobed' (it has an electric pump and adjustable firmness which makes it extremely comfortable) in the principal bedroom, which means this can be used as a very convenient family room.
Highland Club facilities
As a guest at the apartment you can make use of all the facilities of the Highland Club. There is tennis, badminton, bowls, croquet, adventure playground and a barbecue area all available in the lovely lochside gardens.
There is also a Residents' Lounge and Games room with full sized Snooker and Pool tables. Table tennis is also available.
But perhaps most important, there is a beautiful swimming pool with a steam room and sauna in the magnificent setting of the old Abbey church with its stone arches and columns.
There is also a well equipped gym with a range of rowing, cycling and other exercise equipment.
Activities
Activities including archery, air-rifle shooting and, tomahawk throwing, fly-fishing lessons and canoeing can be arranged, either in the grounds or very nearby, though these would be subject to a separate charges.
More adventurous activities, such as white-water rafting, canyoning, abseiling and clay-pigeon shooting are all available locally, and there are daily boat trips and cruises from right next to the Abbey.
SHORT BREAK PRICING - PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR PRICES - THE TA SYSTEM ONLY WORKS FOR 4 OR 7 NIGHT STAYS BUT WE CAN GIVE QUOTE FOR ANY DURATION
