Immersed within a spectacular countryside setting and close to the shores of Loch Ness, this welcoming B&B is situated in the picturesque village of Lewiston, adjoining the village of Drumnadrochit.
The ideal base from which to explore the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, during your stay at Aslaich you can easily visit Culloden Battlefield, Fort William, Corrimony Chambered Cairn, Fort George, Urquhart Castle and the breathtaking scenery of Glen Affric. You can also try to spot Nessie, or see evidence of previous sightings at the Loch Ness Exhibition Centres.
After a long day of seeing the sites, you can return to the comfort of Aslaich Bed and Breakfast, which offers an inviting lounge area with Sky TV and an open log fire. Alternatively, you can retire to your comfortable guestroom, complete with all you need for a peaceful night?s sleep.
Hotel Information
For your comfort and convenience, the B&B offers a drying and boot room, free walking maps and a free phone service for making arrangements such as transport, restaurants and bars.
Offering a warm welcome and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, the house also boasts panoramic views of the surrounding hills and countryside.
Surrounding Area
Aslaich is within easy walking distance of Drumnadrochit village centre where you will find a choice of cafès, bars, restaurants and pubs, as well as an art gallery, gift shops and a Tourist Information Centre.
During your stay you can also enjoy the many woodland walks, one of which leads you to the banks of Loch Ness at Urquhart Bay. Golf, horse-riding and fishing are also available in the surroundings.
Other local attractions:
- The Falls of Foyers and Dores
- Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands (only 14 miles from Drumnadrochit)
- Moniack Winery and Glen Ord distillery
Transport
By Car:
From Aberdeen:
- Follow the A96 to Inverness.
- Join the A82 to Drumnadrochit (see below).
From Edinburgh or Glasgow:
- Follow the A9 to Inverness.
- Join the A82 to Drumnadrochit (see below).
From Inverness:
- Follow signs for Fort William and Drumnadrochit on the A82.
- Continue for 14 miles, driving past some delightful scenery which will bring you to Drumnadrochit.
- Then, follow signs for Lewiston.
- Go past the Esso Petrol Station.
- After a short distance, turn left at the small crossroads.
- Aslaich is 250 metres down the country lane, on the right-hand side.
From Fort William:
- Follow signs for Drumnadrochit.
- Before reaching Drumnadrochit you will see a sign for Lewiston, then see Borlum Farm Horse-Riding Centre; after the small bridge turn right down the country lane (you will see a sign for Loch Ness Backpackers on the corner of the road).
- Aslaich is 250 metres down the lane on the right-hand side (if you go past the Esso Petrol Station you have gone too far.
Restaurants
Start each day with a full Scottish breakfast, prepared using the best locally produced ingredients.
Packed lunches are available on request.
Important
GPS Directions:
Guests using a Satellite Navigation System (GPS, Tom Tom etc) may find it difficult to find Aslaich Bed & Breakfast as there is no street name in the address. Therefore, please review the directions below to assist you.
- Driving from Inverness, follow signs for Fort William and Drumnadrochit on
the A82. A 14-mile drive will bring you to Drumnadrochit. Once you reach Drumnadrochit, pass through the village on the A82 going to Fort William. You will then reach the Village of Lewiston, a 2-minute drive from Drumnadrochit. Past the sign for Lewiston, you will see the 'Esso' petrol station on your right-hand side. Go past the petrol station and turn directly left at the small crossroads. Aslaich is 200 meters down the country lane on your left-hand side.
- Driving from Fort William, follow the A82 until you see the sign for
Lewiston. Go past Borlum Horse Riding Farm and Urquhart Castle. 5 minutes
from the castle you will go over a small bridge. Turn directly right after
the bridge, seeing a Brown B&B sign on the bridge and a sign for 'Loch Ness
backpackers'. Aslaich Bed & Breakfast is down the country lane, about 200 meters from the main road. (If you go past the Esso petrol station, you have gone too far).
