Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
St Benedict’s Abbey, Fort Augustus PH32 4BJ Scotland
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Aonach Mor at The Highland Club Scotland is within the incredible environment of the Grade I listed St Benedict's Abbey and sleeps from 1 - 8 people. We care for over 40 apartments, one, two and three bedroomed. Every apartment is fully equipped, overlooking either the beautiful Abbey grounds or stunning Loch Ness. We are not just a booking agent, we own one apartment and are on-site every day to care for the apartments and our guests.There are 20 acres of grounds, tennis, cricket pitch, football pitch. The Club Lounge has a full size snooker table, table tennis, table football and free Wi-Fi. There is also an adventure playground, barbeques, picnic tables and a superb waterside restaurant. Our accommodation will give you an unforgettable holiday or short break. Fantastic INDOOR SWIMMING POOL, sauna and steam room and fitness room now available to guests. The lovely village of Fort Augustus is just a two minute walk, central in The Highlands for touring. Wheelchair access is available in some apartments.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bicycle rental
Tennis court
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St Benedict’s Abbey, Fort Augustus PH32 4BJ Scotland
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My husband and I stayed in the Lovatt room in the abbey our apartment was perfect you could tell that money had been spent on the furnishings it had everything you would need our bed was super comfy you could also get on to the balcony through the bedroom, the abbey has lovely grounds with Loch Ness right on the doorstep with tennis courts and a small play area. Our only disappointment was that the pool and restaurant are both still closed. It is just a sort walk in to fort Augustus which has a selection of places to eat. If I was ever in the area again I would definitely pick the highland club for our stay
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Thank you to Clare for the amazing service. The apartment was so clean and cosy. The beds were super comfy and the shower was amazing. We appreciated all the little things left in the kitchen for us too. I can't wait to come back it was the best. Dhillan
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Date of stay: August 2020
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We stayed here for 3 days as a family, some facilities unavailable due to easing of Lockdown so we couldn’t use the pool etc. But the apartment was very well equipped, and the bath, shower etc were welcomed after a long hike in Glencoe, comfortable beds. The children made full use of the outdoor space, tennis court, low ropes, space for skating .The building is spectacular and the dinner at the Boathouse which feels like you’re on the water was also superb.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Arrived at School house5 to find central heating not working.reported and supplied with electric heaters ,if used all at once tripped electrics.Then informed that it would be 5 days before fault could be fixed So five days moving heaters from room to room and very little hot water.A comfortable apartment with good facilities but the main talking point will be the living conditions rather than the positive points.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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A beautiful peaceful location right on Loch Ness. Very easy check in and lovely apartment, I rented the converted Chapel (St Andrews Chapel). The chapel is stunning! I gave it a 4 star rating as my friends and I found the bed mattress to be hard on our backs.
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from GMLee, Manager at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Responded 19 Nov 2019
Thank you for your review Scott, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your time with us in the beautiful St Andrews Chapel apartment and Loch Ness. Mattresses are a very personal thing :) We hope to welcome you all back some time. Best wishes.
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We have just returned from a family stay at the Highland Club (in apartment Abbey Church 14, managed by Aonach Mor). Everything about the stay was great, including the Club and its grounds, its stunning lochside setting, our apartment and the service from Aonach Mor. The abbey and grounds are pretty stunning, the conversion work is very well done and everything is spotless and well maintained, surely no mean feat with such a large building and so many individual apartments and areas. We were a bit puzzled in advance by the idea of having to book into the swimming pool, but what it meant in practice was that by choosing quiet times, the four of us had the pool to ourselves for an hour each time we used it. So special. Our apartment was really lovely and well appointed, warm and very comfortable. Our two children loved our stay too - it got them both playing chess which can't be bad! - and none of us wanted to come back to reality. Despite there obviously being quite a few guests on the estate, it somehow managed to absorb everyone without ever feeling busy. We'll be back!…
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Room Tip: All apartments seem lovely but there is a real variety in terms of features
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Response from GMLee, Manager at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Responded 28 Oct 2019
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review of our apartments at Aonach Mor. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the Highland Club again and the Abbey Church 14 apartment and look forward to welcoming you back some time soon. Best wishes.
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Serene, peaceful, a jewel inside and out. Plenty of room for our family of nine...games and activities for children, large windows to soak in the scenery, a playground and the loch's waterfront to throw in stones. Just wish we could've stayed longer. The only negative...as is the case with most pullout sofas, the mattress was uncomfortable.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Third floor...a fabulous view. (There is no elevator, so luggage might be an issue for some.)
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Response from GMLee, Manager at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Responded 18 Jul 2019
So happy that you enjoyed your stay Carol, thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review. Happy that the children enjoyed Loch Ness and the activities available. We hope we can welcome you back some day. Best wishes.
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We stayed in an Aonach Mor Highland Club apartment within the beautifully refurbished St. Benedict's Abbey in Fort Augustus at the southern tip of Loch Lomond - and everything about our visit was truly First Class and 5-Star. The whole complex is stunning, the buildings like something from Harry Potter, the grounds well-equipped and well-maintained, the apartment well-proportioned, well-decorated, well-furnished, with all the comforts of home, including a fully-equipped kitchen, and all in immaculate condition. It should be noted that the apartments are on 4 levels with no lift (probably because of planning restrictions in a listed building), so if stairs are an issue you should try to get the lower levels. Within 2 or 3 minutes of our apartment were a small but well-equipped gym, a small but stunning swimming pool with steam room and sauna, and a full-sized snooker table in a games room which would be fit to host the world championship (unfortunately our snooker wasn't up to the standards of the room, but we still felt like we were playing in the world final !!). There's also indoor and outdoor table tennis, giant chess in the middle of the quadrangle, and the grounds include a full-sized cricket pitch, all-weather tennis court, archery, croquet, boules, and a children's adventure play area - all included with your stay, but you need to book (or wait) for some of them (swimming, tennis...). The Boathouse Restaurant is within the grounds and only a few minutes walk from the main buildings and literally on the southern tip of Loch Ness, with stunning views and a good range of food and drinks. The Abbey is just a 5 minute walk from the bustling centre of Fort Augustus, with a good variety of gift shops and places to eat and drink - the stunning canal locks connecting the Caledonian canal to Loch Ness - and the start of many walking and cycle trails through the highland countryside - as well as sailing trips on the loch. We drove the short distance along the loch side to Castle Urquhart, with stunning views from the road and from the ruins themselves once we got there - exactly what people come to see in Scotland and the Highlands. We had also booked a clay-pigeon shooting trip which took us up into some of the local hills, with outstanding views of the loch and the surrounding area - and it was great fun as well as highly picturesque...….. I don't have a negative word to say about our Highland Club stay - it was 5-Star from start to finish and I can't recommend it too highly. The accommodation and facilities are excellent, as is the location, and the more you do the more you will enjoy it. And to round our excellent stay off, we were barely out of Fort Augustus on our way home when we passed 3 magnificent stags with full sets of antlers in a field by the side of the road - and they even posed for photos before running off into the trees - the perfect end to a perfect visit ! Peter Gardner.…
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Avoid upper levels if stairs are an issue
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Response from GMLee, Manager at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Responded 9 Jul 2019
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review of your stay with us at The Highland Club, Fort Augustus and the beautiful Highlands. We are so happy that you had such a wonderful time and hope to welcome you back one day. Thank you so much and best wishes.
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A professional and prompt friendly service coupled with fantastic accommodation in a beautiful area. The swimming pool, the gym, the tennis court, the Club Lounge, breathtaking scenery and plenty of places to eat in the village - which is only a few minutes walk away. We were given a guided tour of the Abbey and plenty of advice on what to do in the area and the nuances of our cottage by the excellent Simon Canning. Pet friendly and child friendly, I thoroughly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Great views of Loch Ness. Flats and cottages are roomy with well equipped kitchens.
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We stayed here for a few nights and we're so glad that we did. The apartment has everything you need for self catering. Kitchen was fully equipped and everything was clean and tidy throughout. Loved our welcoming chocolate cookies! The abbey itself is stunning and has a fantastic swimming pool which we used. The apartment is situated in a quiet environment area away from the roads and just off the edge of Loch Ness. There is plenty of parking right outside so perfect if arriving by car with lots of luggage like us! Would definitely stay here again soon!
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from GMLee, Owner at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Responded 12 Jun 2019
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time with us at The Abbey and hope to welcome you back to Loch New some time soon. Best wishes
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United KingdomScotlandScottish HighlandsLoch Ness RegionFort Augustus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Aonach Mor at the Highland Club
Which popular attractions are close to Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Nearby attractions include Caledonian Canal (0.2 miles), Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre (0.2 miles), and Iceberg Glass (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Conveniently located restaurants include Station Road Restaurant, Beaufort House PIZZA, and The Lock Inn.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Is Aonach Mor at the Highland Club located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Fort Augustus.
Are there any historical sites close to Aonach Mor at the Highland Club?
Many travellers enjoy visiting General Wade’s Military Roads (3.6 miles), Bridge of Oich (4.5 miles), and Fort Augustus Abbey (0.2 miles).
Does Aonach Mor at the Highland Club have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.
Is Aonach Mor at the Highland Club accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.