Beaufort Estate
Historic home to the Clan Fraser for generations this most beautiful and renowned of Highland Estates with its ancient specimen trees and abundant wildlfe is the glorious setting for the six charming properties we offer here. Standing near the meandering waters of the River Beauly they all enjoy wonderful walking straight from the door with plentiful opportunities for picnics with red kites deer and red squirrels regularly spotted.
And just 3 miles from this rural idyll lies Beauly frequent award winner of Britain in Bloom and home to interesting shopping and a variety of restaurants as well as the ruins of a 13th century priory. At Loch Ness 10 miles away visitors can explore Drumnadrochit's award winning Monster exhibition, take a boat trip or go riding and enjoy spectacular loch views from the ruins of Urquart Castle.
Excellent golf courses abound and there is often the chance to watch the ancient game of shinty played on local pitches. Strathglass is a delight to visit with the great glens of Cannich Strathfarrar and Affric (National Nature Reserve) to explore encompassing the ancient Caledonian pine forests. Tomich a beautiful stone built conservation village where the first Golden Retriever was bred boasts a good pub and from here visitors can walk to the dramatic gorge and view the rushing Plodda Falls.
Inverness (11 miles) offers excellent cultural amenities, a new riverside theatre complex, fine dining and excellent shopping as well as bottle nosed Dolphin cruises on the Moray Firth and river cruises on Loch Ness. Close to Inverness lies Culloden Moor the site of the last battle fought on British soil in 1746 and with an excellent visitors' centre. Romantic Cawdor Castlecomplete with a tower and drawbridge is popularly associated with Shakespeare's Macbeth and has lovely gardens and grounds.
Within an hour's drive the Cairngorm National Park a renowned centre for outdoor pursuits offers mountain bike tracks, water sports, skiing and snowboarding (in season) the Cairngorm funicular mountain railway, Sled dog adventure centre and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. The Jacobite Trip - a steam railway journey crossing the world famous Glenfinnan viaduct (now featuring in the Harry Potter films) should not be missed and the Highland Wildlife Park and Landmark Scotland's 'Theme Park' are also great attractions. A shop and pub serving good food are within 1½ miles.
Our Opinion of Beaufort Estate
This stunning estate is home to a cluster of holiday cottages offering an amazing setting and high quality accommodation. We love the glorious views and the exclusive feel of the estate. The area has many attractions and is an excellent choice for nature lovers and those who enjoy outdoor activities. We would recommend these cottages to discerning travellers looking for something special.
Accommodation at Beaufort Estate
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Dairy CottageConverted from the former Estate dairy and set next at the home farm is this detached stone cottage. Cosy sitting room with wood burning stove. Fitted kitchen/dining room with doors to conservatory and dining area. Arch to double bedroom with ensuite shower room/WC.
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Kennels CottageThis former gamekeepers cottage with large garden and views across open farmland. Spacious kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with wood burning stove and doors to conservatory. Shower room/WC. Steep stairs to first floor: Twin bedded room. Double bedroom with 4' bed.
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Duffs LodgeThis charmingly furnished stone built gate lodge set beside the main estate entrance. Small cosy sitting room with open fire. Kitchen with small dining area. Two double bedrooms with 5' bed. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).
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The LarderOpen plan sitting room with dining and kitchen areas and double bed. Shower room/WC.
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Mercy CottagePeacefully set within the grounds of the estate and beside the castle drive. Sitting room with open fire. Fitted kitchen with dining area. Cloakroom/WC. Double bedroom. Steep stairs to first floor: Two twin bedded rooms. Shower room/WC.
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Kennels BothyThis newly finished stunning romantic retreat converted from Estate kennels offers a light spacious interior set next to Kennels Cottage. Open plan sitting room with wood burner and dining and kitchen areas. Arch to double bedroom with ensuite shower room/WC.
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