The Area

Overview

The Benedictine Abbey, built in 1876, is one of the oldest buildings in Fort Augustus, and one of the most impressive buildings anywhere around Loch Ness. It is built on the site of the original Hanovarian fort named after William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland. The original foundations still form part of the buildings today, though very little remains of the original fort. For many years a part of the Abbey was run as a school, by the monks, but it was closed some years ago due to financial pressures. There have been sightings of the Loch Ness Monster from the grounds of Fort Augustus Abbey by the monks that used to live here. When the Monks finally closed the Abbey as a place of worship, the buildings were converted into the luxury development known as The Highland Club.

The Highland club is superbly located to sample all that the Highland’s has to offer.  Located 30mins from the city of Inverness and Inverness Airport, it is close enough to fly for a short rejuvenating break.  A perfect location to spend a family holiday, this area offers something for everyone (see our links to local area activities); you will be spoilt for choice.

Set in more that 20acres of beautiful mature gardens on the shores of Loch Ness, The Highland Club is set to be one of the premier resorts in the Scottish Highlands. This historic Benedictine Monastery has been sympathetically converted into self catering holiday rental apartments and cottages.  There are numerous indoor and outdoor facilities including the soon to open Spa and swimming pool (spring 2011).