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Acorn Guest House
2A Bruce Gardens, Inverness IV3 5EN Scotland
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Acorn House is the family home of Grant and Elizabeth Anderson. It is a cosy home from home and you will be very welcome and assured of a warm highland greeting. There are four en-suite rooms with a range of layouts including triple and double bedrooms, some with baths and shower units and one with a 4 poster bed. All rooms are equipped with hospitality trays, TV and internet access is available. There is also private parking onsite. Acorn is a short 5 minute walk from the centre of town where there are numerous eating establishments and shops. Various facilities are a few minutes walk including Eden Court Theatre, The Northern Meeting Park, Bught Park, St Andrews Cathedral, and the Jacobite Cruises to Loch Ness are 2-3 minutes by car. The Train and Bus stations are a 10 minutes walk.
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Free parking
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Grade: 85 out of 100
32Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
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2A Bruce Gardens, Inverness IV3 5EN Scotland
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We had a fantastic experience at Acorn Guest House! Our train was cancelled and we were stranded in Inverness overnight. Thanks to Liz, we were accommodated on very short notice. She is a fantastic hostess and the house is beautiful. We stayed in the "Highland Coo" room which was decorated appropriate to the theme. The room was comfy and Liz was very thorough in introducing us to the room. A delicious breakfast was included and prepared as we asked. We appreciated most that Liz was very helpful, kind, and friendly. She made us feel right at home. We would most certainly stay here again, and would recommend that you stay here also!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: 15 minute walk to downtown inverness, very conveniently situated.
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Responded 24 Oct 2023
Hi guys and thank you for your kind words and great review of Acorn House. I am very pleased you feel that your stay was a good experience and thank you for your recommendation. I hope your next journey was less disruptive as your last, and you were able to enjoy what else Scotland had to offer. Safe journey home, and best wishes. Liz.
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Fantastic hostess! So friendly and wanting to make sure we had a great stay. The room and bathroom were spacious and clean. The bed and pillows were soft and unbelievably comfortable. We were hungry for dinner and we were given perfect suggestions where to eat. It was a quiet, warm and comfortable sleep that night. In the morning, our hostess greeted us with a smile and coffee/ tea. Our breakfast was absolutely delicious in a clean, cozy dining room. It was the best experience and the next time we are in Inverness, we are definitely staying there again. Thank you Liz!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Top notch experience. If you stay there, you will be very happy with your choice.
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Responded 24 Oct 2023
Hi guys and thank you so very much for your wonderful review after your stay at Acorn House. I’m delighted your stay was very enjoyable and you had a great time in Inverness. I wish you well, and maybe one day you may be back to experience more of what the Highlands has to offer. Best wishes Liz
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From the moment we booked our host, Liz, was so helpful, recommending by email the best ways to access Loch Ness on our drive from Skye to Inverness. Liz was warm and friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at her guest house. Loved the Scottish themed bedrooms and breakfast room, where a tasty breakfast was served. There is a lounge for guests, which we found useful as we were travelling with German friends and able to spend time together before retiring to our rooms. The private parking and close proximity to town are big plus factors. As we had struggled to make restaurant bookings in previous towns visited I contacted Liz a couple of days prior and she kindly mentioned the nearby Encore Une Fois, where I was able to reserve a table in advance. Thank you for a wonderful stay Liz. We hope we will be able to return.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 10 Oct 2023
Thank you all for your kind words and great review for Acorn. I am so very pleased you enjoyed your stay and found things such as the close proximity to the town, private parking, etc suitable for you. I certainly hope you manage this way again, as it would be fantastic to have you stay with us anytime. Liz
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We had a most enjoyable stay at this B&B, with our very helpful host, Liz. Is very handy to restaurants, supermarket, cafés, hotels and shopping, along with various day walks in easy distance. 10 minute walk from the train station. Would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Elizabeth Anderson, Owner at Acorn Guest House
Responded 10 Sept 2023
Thank you James for taking the time to write a review for Acorn House, and I am delighted you found Acorn suitable for your requirements whilst here, being very close to all the amenities. I wish you well with the remainder of your travels before you return to New Zealand. Kind regards Liz.
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Let me start by saying, I will 100% stay here again when we come! My husband and I stayed here for our long await Scotland trip. And when our schedule had to change to accommodate a horse ride, Liz, the owner, worked hard to move our reservation around to accommodate. The breakfasts were amazing, the accommodations were great, the conversations were even better! Liz also helped make sure that we had a take away breakfast when we scheduled a tour that would require us leaving at 7am. Truly awesome, you should stay here!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 10 Sept 2023
Hi Dawn, Thank you kindly for your great review for Acorn House, and I am so pleased you felt your stay was enjoyable. I know you loved your Highland Adventure and I hope the remainder of your Scottish trip goes smoothly. Best wishes Liz
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Great location on the west side to everywhere you wanted to explore in the area Rooms are clean and a good size (2 solo travellers - 2 rooms). Breakfast was plentiful and fresh and consistent Liz answered any and all questions and was a great source of information Would return
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Steep staircase which may restrict some
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Response from Elizabeth Anderson, Owner at Acorn Guest House
Responded 10 Sept 2023
I appreciate you taking the time to write a review and I am very happy you enjoyed your stay at Acorn House. I wish you well for the remainder of your travels until you return to Australia. Kind regards Liz
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We had a wonderful time in Inverness with our host Liz. The breakfast was very good and our room was fabulous, with even the bed linen matching the theme of the room (for us it was Highland Cattle). Liz is Scottish through and through and was therefore able to give us very valuable tips for day trips in and around Inverness. We would be happy to recommend you and your lovingly designed B&B.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 10 Sept 2023
Thank you Mathias for taking the time to write a review for Acorn House. I am delighted you enjoyed your stay, and Inverness. Safe travels until you return home. Kind regards Liz
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The place is worthy to go just to meet Liz! She is a great host, welcoming and so kind. She prepared us a great and delicious breakfast and gave us great tips for our trip to Skye. The Guesthouse is beautiful and has a very Scottish style. You can reach the city center in few minutes by foot. Our room was cozy, quiet and clean. Thank you Liz, see you soon!
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 19 Aug 2023
Hi guys, Thank you kindly for your great review, and I'm very happy you enjoyed your stay with us. I hope your trip to Skye was wonderful, and you have great weather for the remainder of your trip. One day our paths may cross again Kind regards Liz!
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Excellent location, easy to find, parking a plus, quiet area yet within walking distance to the center of Inverness. Liz was a superb hostess, she pays attention to detail. The room was well appointed, comfortable, clean, included welcome tea, kettle, bisquits, shower gel, shampoo, clean, soft towels. Breakfast was plentiful and bespoke in a lovely, sunny dinning room, lovely home and warm hospitality. Thanks, Liz, for a memorable time and excellent suggestions. Hope to see you again, soon! Judy A
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Elizabeth Anderson, Owner at Acorn Guest House
Responded 23 Jul 2023
Thank you Judy for your wonderful review, and I am thrilled you enjoyed your stay. It was so lovely having you wonderful ladies from Peru staying at Acorn, and visiting our city and the Highlands. I do hope you feel you have many happy memories to take home with you all, and who knows, one day we may meet again. Best wishes Liz
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A very warm welcome from Liz as we arrived on our bikes. She took our order for breakfast the night before as it is freshly prepared and cooked and there was a good selection of cereals, yogurts, toast and spreads. Liz very kindly booked us a table at a restaurant she recommended for the evening and we were not disappointed. The room was very comfortable, the only thing missing was a glass for water. I would highly recommend this B&B.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Elizabeth Anderson, Owner at Acorn Guest House
Responded 4 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Acorn , and I'm happy you enjoyed your stay in Inverness. I wish you continued biking adventures and happy traveling. Best wishes Liz Anderson
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Frequently Asked Questions about Acorn Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Acorn Guest House?
Nearby attractions include River Ness (0.3 miles), Eden Court Theatre (0.2 miles), and Greig Street Bridge (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Acorn Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Acorn Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Acorn Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rocpool Restaurant, Urquhart's Restaurant, and Encore.
Is Acorn Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Inverness.
Are there any historical sites close to Acorn Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Inverness Castle Viewpoint (0.4 miles), Inverness Town House (0.4 miles), and Market Cross (1.5 miles).