Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers wheelchair-accessible parking, a wheelchair-accessible lounge, and a wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant. Additionally, there are wheelchair-accessible public washrooms, but some upper floors are accessible only by stairs.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Glenville, just a 1-minute drive from Glenora Inn and Distillery and 10 minutes from Inverness Miners Museum. It is 6.9 miles from Cabot Links and 7.2 miles from St. Marys Parish.

Are children allowed at the property?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.

Glenora Inn & Distillery

What guests think

At Glenora Inn & Distillery, travellers consistently praise the beautiful, unique distillery setting with landscaped grounds, friendly staff, lively evening music, and tasty dinners at the on site pub and restaurant, creating a memorable stop along the Cabot Trail.

Room experiences vary: many find spacious, comfortable rooms by the main inn, while several chalet stays note tight lofts, smaller beds, noisy or weak AC, and a steep, rough access road. Breakfast is frequently described as limited or boxed, contrasting with widely praised dinners, and several guests question the value for the room price. The setting feels remote from towns, and recurring maintenance niggles appear in some reviews, including misfitting doors, loud appliances, damp smells, and occasional TV or tub issues. Expect a scenic, distillery focused stay best for those prioritizing atmosphere and evening dining.

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Facilities

On site pub and restaurant, evening live music, and distillery tours are highlights, with a shuttle offered for hilltop chalets. Some practicality issues appear, including a rough access road and an occasional inoperable whirlpool tub.

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Rakhi

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

As advertised. Great restaurant with music and friendly service. The distillery adds a great bit of Gaelic charm for the area and you feel immersed in the history of the area.

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Dawn

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel looks very nice and the bar and restaurant looked very appealing. Unfortunately we did not use either as we were staying in the lodge and they advised not to walk outside at night because of sighting of bears. They suggested we phoned and they'd pick us up and take us back to lodge, we we were to tired to be bothered with the fuss. Unfortunately the hotel restaurant was closed for breakfast so we had a takeaway away breakfast. The room was very spacious and clean and lots of tea and coffee provided. There was a shared veranda to sit on, wooden chairs were covered in dust 😞

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Eleanor

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property was beautiful. We stayed in a three bedroom chalet which was lovely. It had a very outdated kitchenette which we didn't use except for the mini fridge. The pub on site had wonderful live music and delicious food. We had the seafood chowder and a fresh baked biscuit that came out warm. The staff were all wonderful and friendly. A nice touch was a shuttle service down from the chalet to the pub - the road to the chalet is up a steep and winding road. Not something I would have wanted to drive at night. A lovely experience. We were only there for one night and didn't do the distillery tour since I have seen plenty in Scotland.

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Lisa

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the live music and Distillery tour

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Richard

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property with a great restaurant/bar. The distillery tour is fun. And the staff were great to deal with. The room we were first given had no latch on the sliding glass door, so anyone could have walked into the room. After pointing this out to the staff they immediately gave us a different room. We would definitely return.

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Ryan

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room and staff. They really should spend some money on repairing their road to the lodges. Nearly impassable.

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Louise

Jun 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Despite the fact that our room was 1.5 km from the main inn ; it was a beautiful expérience; the room the view the porch with adirondak chair was perfect; the fact that there was a shuttle service to go and come from the pub at the inn was perfect; and the music from 20:00 to 22:00 was fabulous ; it was a great father day for my husband thank you

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Keith

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great tour of the distillery and the plants and flowers are beautiful and everywhere!

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Rhonda

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful scenery, whirlpool tub not in working order, not enough hot water to fill tub. Main door not flush. Restaurant excellent. Check in and check out great. Offer shuttle from chalet to restaurant. Nice al a carte breakfast

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John

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful, and good to chat with. Live music in the evening at dinner was excellent! Had a true "Scottish Distillery" feel about the place.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are often described as clean, but several reviews cite musty odors, dusty or cobwebbed outdoor areas, and one report of bed bugs. A few note ventilation or bathroom issues impacting freshness.

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Dawn

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel looks very nice and the bar and restaurant looked very appealing. Unfortunately we did not use either as we were staying in the lodge and they advised not to walk outside at night because of sighting of bears. They suggested we phoned and they'd pick us up and take us back to lodge, we we were to tired to be bothered with the fuss. Unfortunately the hotel restaurant was closed for breakfast so we had a takeaway away breakfast. The room was very spacious and clean and lots of tea and coffee provided. There was a shared veranda to sit on, wooden chairs were covered in dust 😞

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Natalia

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very hospitable, pleasant and helpful staff. Clean, well looked after rooms. I wish there was hot (versus continental) breakfast. Otherwise, it was perfect.

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Rose

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff, accommodations were ok, damp smell. Next time will stay in a chalet, couldn’t this time as travelling with senior who uses walker, not safe to do stairs. The breakfast was great, just right and restaurant on site was very good.

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Suzanne

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, comfortable and friendly, helpful staff. Would definitely return. We even got to listen to live Celtic music in the evening.

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Peter

Sep 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property and location is great. We rented the 2br Cabin which is not a 2BR. It's a 1BR & Loft. 3 Window screens were not sealed so leaving those windows open was not an option. The window shade on the door has seen better days. Some of the windows had Cobb Webs and bugs, not the cleanest. Kitchenette cabinetry needs repair and is not looking so good. Noisy old A/C unit in the front window is not so great. If this was priced like a camping cottage I would have nothing to say, but the fact that they charge $300CAD a night, I feel like we got taken a bit.

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Diane

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Chambre et lit très propre mais : Très grande senteur d’humidité et de renfermer. Odeur très désagréable. J’ai eu des problèmes à dormir car sinus ont très fortement réagit.

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Kathryn

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and air conditioned room. Comfortable bed and sheets. Good food and live music. Nice stay.

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Carol

Jun 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful setting with a brook running through the property and lovely grounds. Great distillery tour with tasting for a small fee. Fantastic fiddler tonight at the restaurant. My son enjoyed his pulled beef poutine however my lobster Mac and cheese was bland with very little lobster - mostly tips of the claws - which were not tasty. Room is very clean and comfortable

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Robert

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay however our bathroom needed better exhaust

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Harald

Nov 4, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great food and service in the restaurants. But be aware of bed bugs in the cabins in the hill.

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Rooms

Many main inn rooms are spacious and comfortable with patios or views, while multiple chalet reviews mention cramped lofts, small beds, loud or weak AC, and noise from appliances or neighbors. Several note minor maintenance problems like ill fitting doors or nonworking TVs.

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Terrylee

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in chalet 10. The idea is nice but value for money just wasn’t there in my opinion. Mind you it was a very hot stretch of weather but the small bottom level window AC just didn’t keep the chalet upstairs sleeping area cool. It was very hot to try and sleep and on the noisy side. We expected more. Also we didn’t have a blind on our main window so when one of us had to come downstairs to try and get sleep, it was unnerving to have no window covering. Disappointing for the money we spent and not a good night’s sleep. On the plus side, the food in the pub was quite good and the staff were lovely.

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Kristen

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A nice place to stay, food was decent and staff were lovely. Our room was clean, good size and comfortable. The door to our room would not shut properly and our bathroom door didn’t work. Otherwise good, a bit pricey given the broken doors.

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Michael

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is beautiful and the room spacious and comfortable. I enjoyed the veggie burger in the pub. Complementary breakfast was a nice touch.

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John

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were incredibly helpful, pleasant and attentive. The food at the Inn at dinner was superb. The breakfast was awful. The boiled egg was like rubber. The muffins were sugar coated fat sponges and the bagels were as dull as sand. There was some sugary cereal options. The entry to the sidewalk leading to the room was a convoluted path through difficult doors. The thermostat was set at a ridiculously low temperature when we entered our room and the TV was on, and at an absurdly loud volume. We could hear the guests above us stomping around in their room until 11:00 at night. The AC was extremely loud even at the lowest fan setting. The power light on it was like a lantern on a lighthouse. It lit the room up to the point no lamps were required. Which made it difficult to sleep.

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Michelle

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was not comfortable and too small - only double and could have fitted a queen. Foldout was really uncomfortable too.

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Sneza

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were friendly. We opted for the private distillery tour, and Donny was fantastic. I booked a king suite and did not expect that the "lodge" would be a five minute drive down the road in a cabin with 4 apartments. They provided a shuttle service, which was nice because we were sampling whiskey and had diner. The only thing that I did not like was the cabin itself. It was extremely basic, tiny bathroom and the tv did not work. The front desk warned us about the tv upon check in , yet no one did anything. That evening, we called the front desk, over and over and no one answered. We felt very alone. I ended up snooping around and finding out who the satellite provider was, called them, found the satellite box, figured out the account, and the kind kind kind lady at Shaw helped ME to fix the Inns tv service. LOL. The inn should have done that because they knew about it before they checked us in. I am ok with everything, but not helping customers with the basics , I am not ok with.

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Antoinette

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rough and dangerous road to the chalet. Very noisy fridge kept us awake all night. Uncomfortable beds and finally overpriced.

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Paul

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

it was all very good, the chalet rooms are small and would not be very good for tall or heavy people. Staff were great

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Mark

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The cabin was rustic. Loft bedroom was cramped and tiny, hit the head to the beams.

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Clifford

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique and beautifully landscaped property with modern, spacious room. Pub served excellent dinner only steps away from our room. Whiskey was top-notch, too.

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Service

Feedback often highlights friendly, helpful staff across the property. A few guests report lapses such as an unhelpful front desk, difficulty reaching staff after hours, inflexible timings, or reservation and billing frustrations.

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Joanne

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Would never stay again. Very mediocre room at a luxury price. The entire property is tired and needs repair and refreshing. Scrapes on the walls, leaking ice machine in the hall, bathroom door wouldn’t close, peeling paint on the ceiling of the bathroom, bland decor, hard old towels and pillows, window wouldn’t open in our room (the screen was missing so it likely wouldn’t have been good idea to open it anyway), toilet paper holder was falling off the wall, etc. Front desk staff were rude. The restaurant was just okay with nice staff, however, one meal was cold and the music was cancelled and not communicated to anyone. Nice landscaping around the property but I would definitely not recommend this hotel.

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Gang

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff and service.

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Taline

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was an amazing place to stay as well as visit. The staff was kind, helpful, knowledgeable and wonderful. The grounds and rooms a beautiful and comfortable. The restaurant is delicious and the distillery tour is a must. The only complaint i would have is the boxed breakfast and self serve coffee in room.

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Barbara L

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was excellent for our needs. We enjoyed the main dining room and the entertainment. All of the employees were extremely friendly and helpful.

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Suzanne

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, comfortable and friendly, helpful staff. Would definitely return. We even got to listen to live Celtic music in the evening.

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Sneza

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were friendly. We opted for the private distillery tour, and Donny was fantastic. I booked a king suite and did not expect that the "lodge" would be a five minute drive down the road in a cabin with 4 apartments. They provided a shuttle service, which was nice because we were sampling whiskey and had diner. The only thing that I did not like was the cabin itself. It was extremely basic, tiny bathroom and the tv did not work. The front desk warned us about the tv upon check in , yet no one did anything. That evening, we called the front desk, over and over and no one answered. We felt very alone. I ended up snooping around and finding out who the satellite provider was, called them, found the satellite box, figured out the account, and the kind kind kind lady at Shaw helped ME to fix the Inns tv service. LOL. The inn should have done that because they knew about it before they checked us in. I am ok with everything, but not helping customers with the basics , I am not ok with.

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Sandra

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds are beautiful like stepping into heaven so peaceful. The food was also excellent we stayed for 2 nights and both dinners I would rate high. Like everyone else the breakfast is weird they should make more of an effort. For the most part the staff is not welcoming nor are they in a hurry to go out of their way. The women who checked us in and out did not have one friendly word of welcoming or did you enjoy your stay. We felt like we were bothering her. There was another older woman at the front desk who was lovely. On the second night of dinner we had to chase our waitress around for just about everything we wanted. I blame management for not setting standards and expectations.

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Chris

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was excellent. Property is very well maintained. Beautiful grounds. Friendly staff and very accommodating. Pub was great and excellent dinner. Beds were comfortable continental breakfast was a good start to the day. Oh…and the single malt whiskey is very good. What a great Canadian gem.

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Jessica

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing customer service Delicious food Great tour of the distillery, Ron was very knowledgeable. Wonderful front desk staff

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Celso

Aug 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

They changed my expedia reservation and charged me an extra $90/night x 2, because the room I booked online, requesting a cot, which the hotel confirmed on the phone and via the Expedia reservation email, apparently couldn’t fit the mattress. Unfortunately, my family and I had planned on staying two nights and couldn’t find other accommodations at the last minute. Felt like we were taken advantage of, as they didn’t honour the rate and changed our room type to make an extra $200. Very unnecessary, and trying economically as we travel with young children.

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Location

Set in scenic grounds along the Cabot Trail, the property offers a quiet, picturesque base near Inverness. Some guests find it remote and a drive from town or the main inn.

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Debra

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is unique. It is a beautiful place to stay.

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René

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wir schätzen die ruhige Lage und natürlich das Whisky-Tasting.

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Dianne

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a very unique setting within the Glenora Distillery. Very beautiful grounds.

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Lisa

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property was absolutely lovely. A quaint distillery that was previously an apple orchard. Staff was lovely. We had dinner at the restaurant which was a great meal. Close to the town of Inverness to catch a sunset. The gardens and greenery were well done.

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Mark

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property and very unique. Quiet solìtude.

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Cheryl

Oct 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall wasn't overly impressed. The distillery tour was cancelled due to staff shortages - very disappointing as that was the main reason to book here. Not much to do on the property, location was secluded and not close to town. Restaurant was nice and food was okay. Room was clean but no elevator to second level in the room we stayed in. Would pick somewhere else next time.

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tracie

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful grounds, delicious dinner in the restaurant, quiet

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Louise

Jun 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Despite the fact that our room was 1.5 km from the main inn ; it was a beautiful expérience; the room the view the porch with adirondak chair was perfect; the fact that there was a shuttle service to go and come from the pub at the inn was perfect; and the music from 20:00 to 22:00 was fabulous ; it was a great father day for my husband thank you

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Andre

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Double bed in 2025 ! Poor climatisation, far from everything. No view (chalet) Over rated.

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ACHLA

Oct 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is amazing. The bub is a small one to accommodate the guests at dinner times as the property is a little far from Inverness. The stream going through the property and the location is so charming.

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Dining

Dinners at the restaurant and pub earn strong praise, often paired with live music. Breakfast is repeatedly described as limited or boxed and underwhelming compared with the evening meals.

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Sydney Gayle

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very nice and helpful! Only downside was that the dinner area was a tad to dark to see the menu. Food was good. Music from 8-10 was great. The continental breakfast was good and a great start to the day.

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Natalia

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very hospitable, pleasant and helpful staff. Clean, well looked after rooms. I wish there was hot (versus continental) breakfast. Otherwise, it was perfect.

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David

Aug 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location. Fantastic restaurant. Would absolutely go again.

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Taline

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was an amazing place to stay as well as visit. The staff was kind, helpful, knowledgeable and wonderful. The grounds and rooms a beautiful and comfortable. The restaurant is delicious and the distillery tour is a must. The only complaint i would have is the boxed breakfast and self serve coffee in room.

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Steven

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The food was excellent

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Dana

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice property and large clean room. We had dinner at the pub and everyone really enjoyed their meal. Fish and chips were the best I’ve had! Breakfast boxes weren’t great, but nice thought. Would definitely recommend.

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Catherine

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No oatcakes to cleanse palatte on the Scotch flight. Food was just ok.

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Sandra

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds are beautiful like stepping into heaven so peaceful. The food was also excellent we stayed for 2 nights and both dinners I would rate high. Like everyone else the breakfast is weird they should make more of an effort. For the most part the staff is not welcoming nor are they in a hurry to go out of their way. The women who checked us in and out did not have one friendly word of welcoming or did you enjoy your stay. We felt like we were bothering her. There was another older woman at the front desk who was lovely. On the second night of dinner we had to chase our waitress around for just about everything we wanted. I blame management for not setting standards and expectations.

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Huashu

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast is not good enough

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Clifford

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unique and beautifully landscaped property with modern, spacious room. Pub served excellent dinner only steps away from our room. Whiskey was top-notch, too.

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