Otter Lodge

Rosehaugh Estate, Near Inverness, Ross-shire

The Rosehaugh Estate is a private landed Estate on the south side of the Black Isle, well off the beaten track but within a short drive of Inverness. The estate offers two unique and historically interesting properties, The Boathouse and Otter Lodge, both beautifully renovated to provide luxury self-catering holiday accommodation in this lovely corner of the Highlands of Scotland.

Otter Lodge is an imposing stone building set in the valley below the lake, close to the Horseshoe Falls. It used to be the ‘Powerhouse’ power generating station supplying electricity to the Estate, and the water which used to power the turbines can still be seen running beneath the house, through the viewing window in the living room floor. Derelict and roofless for many years, Otter Lodge was lovingly restored and is now an elegant and luxurious self-catering holiday home. It has two bedrooms (one king and one twin) and two bathrooms, sleeping four guests. Accommodation is entirely on the ground floor, making it accessible for those with limited mobility.

Please note:

Gardens/Outside areas not necessarily dog proof, even if fenced/walled, so dogs must be kept under control at all times, especially near farm animals.

From October until January, organised pheasant and partridge shooting takes place on the Estate. Disturbances are kept to a minimum as we want to be sure our guests enjoy their stay.  Further information can be found in the cottage.

EPC rating D

Highland Council Short Term Let Licence no. HI-20444-F

£910 – £1330 per week

Sleeps 4 guests

Short breaks possible, please ask!

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  • Bedrooms: 1 King, 1 Twin
  • Living Room / Dining Room: Log Burning Stove (logs provided)
  • Kitchen / Dining: Fridge/Freezer, Oven, Hob, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Dryer
  • Bathrooms: 1 En-Suite (King), 1 Family Bathroom
  • Parking: Onsite Parking
  • Outside: Patio Area with Garden Furniture
  • Open All Year: Yes
  • Check In / Out Day: Any Day
  • Iron & Ironing Board: Yes
  • Hairdryer: Yes
  • Bed Linen & Towels provided: Yes
  • Central Heating: Yes
  • Smoking: No Smoking
  • Disabled Access: No
  • Walking / Cycling: Walkers & Cyclists Welcome
  • Mobile Phone Signal: Limited
  • WiFi: Yes (intermittent due to remote location)
  • Entertainment: TV, Board Games & Playing Cards
  • Telephone: No
  • Children: Children of all ages Welcome
  • Pets: up to 2 well behaved Dogs welcome

What our guests say…

"Such a beautiful, unique cottage in a fantastic place. So tranquil. My husband and I were completely frazzled when we went on holiday, we totally recharged whilst we were there. Within easy reach of anything you want and only an hours drive to Ullapool and the west coast. It was our fifth visit to Rosehaugh, I hope we make it back many more times. If you go and you like seafood try the Kishorn Seafood Bar out near Applecross, a small wooden shed with the best food and most fantastic view!"
A.M.
"Such a beautiful, unique cottage in a fantastic place. So tranquil. My husband and I were completely frazzled when we went on holiday, we totally recharged whilst we were there. Within easy reach of anything you want and only an hours drive to Ullapool and the west coast. It was our fifth visit to Rosehaugh, I hope we make it back many more times. If you go and you like seafood try the Kishorn Seafood Bar out near Applecross, a small wooden shed with the best food and most fantastic view!"
A.M. - Otter Lodge - May 2014
A.M.
"We loved everything here ….the lodge was warm and cozy and the estate grounds were absolutely stunning …everyone made our stay here so easy, relaxing and were so attentive and kind …we would love to stay here again!!! It’s my favorite home away from home ever!!"
S.D. (United States)
"We loved everything here….the lodge was warm and cozy and the estate grounds were absolutely stunning…everyone made our stay here so easy, relaxing and were so attentive and kind …we would love to stay here again!!! It’s my favorite home away from home ever!!"
S. D, United States - January 2022
S.D. (United States)
"It was another fantastic holiday on the Black Isle and so good to be back . We have booked another two holidays at Otter Lodge, so that probably speaks for itself. We had one problem while we were there and it was very quickly sorted. Thank you so much. See you in the Autumn."
C.L.
"It was another fantastic holiday on the Black Isle and so good to be back . We have booked another two holidays at Otter Lodge, so that probably speaks for itself. We had one problem while we were there and it was very quickly sorted. Thank you so much. See you in the Autumn."
C.L. - Otter Lodge, Rosehaugh Estate, near Inverness - July 2021
C.L.
"Peaceful ,private, very comfortable with the log burner, great for dogs, lovely walks on the estate, lovely to be living in a building so well restored with such history and to be on an excellent estate so steeped in interesting history."  
L.S.
"Peaceful ,private, very comfortable with the log burner, great for dogs, lovely walks on the estate, lovely to be living in a building so well restored with such history and to be on an excellent estate so steeped in interesting history."  
L.S. - Otter Lodge, Rosehaugh Estate, near Inverness - September 2021
L.S.
"What a perfect place. It has a real wow factor on so many levels, from the 25ft vaulted ceiling to bedding by the White Company. The little terrace is a real sun trap. The weather was so nice when we were here that we had to buy a sun brolly! Highly recommended, we WILL be back."
S.A.
"What a perfect place. It has a real wow factor on so many levels, from the 25ft vaulted ceiling to bedding by the White Company. The little terrace is a real sun trap. The weather was so nice when we were here that we had to buy a sun brolly! Highly recommended, we WILL be back."
S.A. - Otter Lodge - July 2014
S.A.
"The cottage is spectacular and set in beautiful landscape. We had a wonderful time waking up to the view of the cows every morning. The location is incredibly convenient to touring the highlands."
D. (Airbnb)
"The cottage is spectacular and set in beautiful landscape. We had a wonderful time waking up to the view of the cows every morning. The location is incredibly convenient to touring the highlands."
D. - Otter Lodge, Rosehaugh Estate, near Inverness - September 2021 (Airbnb)
D. (Airbnb)
"The isolation, the walks, the care of the team on site, distant from large hoards but close enough if needed. It's just a fantastic place for renewing body mind and spirit. Beautiful welcome tray."
S.M.
"The isolation, the walks, the care of the team on site, distant from large hoards but close enough if needed. It's just a fantastic place for renewing body mind and spirit. Beautiful welcome tray."
S.M. - Otter Lodge - December 2013
S.M.