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Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

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A patio with a stone table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.
A stone building with a wooden gate and a paved driveway leading to a forested area.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a desk, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and white balusters, leading to a landing with a skylight and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A stone house with a wooden front door, a stone wall, and a grassy yard.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Inverness, SCT
  • Place, Clava Cairns
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Culloden Battlefield
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sarens PSG Stadium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Clava Cairns and Eilean nan Clach. .This family-friendly cottage is 7 mi (11.3 km) from Inverness Castle and 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Loch Ness.

What's nearby

  • Clava Cairns - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Culloden Battlefield - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Sarens PSG Stadium - 10 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 14 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fluke - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roots Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness


Located in the historic Strathnairn valley just 5 miles (10 mins) from Inverness, this cottage is a family and dog-friendly retreat designed for relaxation and adventure. Accessibility & Family Features
Wheelchair Friendly: Includes a ground-floor bedroom and a dedicated walk-in wet room.

Family Ready: Highchair, travel cot, and safety gates are provided as standard.
Dog Friendly: Up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome (please enquire). Bedding, bowls, towels, and a first aid kit for pets are provided.

Accommodation Layout
Ground Floor
Lounge: Cosy and spacious with a wood-burning stove and a dining area for 6 in a bay window. Patio doors lead directly to the garden.
Bedroom 1: Flexible setup (Twin or Super King), built-in wardrobes, and hairdryer.
Bathrooms: A good-sized shower room plus a separate walk-in wet room/drying room in the utility area.
Kitchen & Utility: Fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances; utility room features a washing machine, tumble dryer, and clothes pulley.
Upper Floor
Bedrooms 2 & 3: Two spacious rooms with flexible zip-and-link beds (Twin or Super King) and built-in storage.
Main Bathroom: Features a large bath with an over-bath shower and heated towel rail.

The Great Outdoors
Secure Garden: Fully fenced (lowest point 1.4m) with driveway gates for safety.
Views & Wildlife: Panoramic views of Daviot Church and the valley. Spot deer, Buzzards, and Red Kites from the front dining area.
Evening Ambience: Includes a wood-burning chimera for sunset watching.
Parking: Ample space on the private driveway.

Location & Activities
Destination Distance/Time Inverness City10 Minutes Cairngorm National Park15 Minutes
Loch Ness 12 Miles
Inverness Airport12 Miles
Local Adventures: Skiing, golfing, fishing, archery, quad biking, and world-class walking/cycling trails.

🐾 Important Dog Rules
To keep the cottage pristine for all guests, we kindly ask:
Enquire first: Please let us know if you're bringing up to 2 dogs.
No Solo Dogs: Pets must not be left alone in the cottage (crates are available if needed).Clean Paws: Use the utility wet room to dry dogs before they enter the main house.
Garden Etiquette: Please pick up all dog mess from the garden and surrounding areas.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 2,202 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 2202 lbs per pet)
Note from host: please contact if you would like to bring your pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI-50608-F

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Escape To The Scottish Highlands "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a very quiet, convenient location to explore the Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house had everything we needed and provided us with a wonderful space to relax when we weren’t exploring the area! We also appreciated that Susan responded quickly to any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was quite comfortable for the four of us. The kitchen was well equipped and we were able to cook several meals. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From our first contact with Susan, through our arrival and stay, our experience was enjoyable and exceeded our expectations. Beautiful, spotless, comfortable home with all the amenities. Warm and welcoming and well-located for exploring Inverness and the Spey valley.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Comfortable beds! Washer dryer and most important coffee maker!!
Welcome”coo”
The sitootery residents
Friends on my walk
The home!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place was so comfy, cozy, and clean! Susan was a great host and easy to communicate with. The house was very well appointed and had great amenities. It was a perfect spot to get away from it all, while still being close to Inverness for necessities. 10/10, would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Perfect and roomie for a family of 6 adults
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in Scotland with my young children and parents for 12 nights, and our 4 nights at the Old Police House were by far the most enjoyable. It is beautiful, comfortable and in a great location. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay!

Great place, great host, great location. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old police house was easy to find and at a great locations. The host responded asap when sent messages and the place itself was beautiful and very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage

Comfortable and great location for exploring the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corinne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well situated, super cute. Host was very communicative. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Susan took care of all the things you need for a great experience. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property complimented the Highland scenery and was located in a great spot for sight seeing and relaxation.The house has everything a guest could want and the host was very responsive and friendly.The "Old Police House" was a fabulous choice for a family and we would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious, clean, and wonderful location for our time in Inverness. Susan was the best host yet! She had great suggestions for meals and places to visit. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely wonderful! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location. House was spotless. Very comfy. Susan was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best property ever

Simply the best property I have ever stay at it had everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here

Great location. Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was a wonderful home base

Check in was very easy. The kitchen was great it had everything we needed to cook meals when we eat in. Nice and clean and very beautiful decor. Outside area was very nice as well. Just outside the city so you could get to Inverness but a nice quite country home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite place

We loved the Old Police House. Beautifully redone by the lovely landlord, Susan, who was helpful and friendly. Perfect location for visiting Inverness and the surrounding area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Everything was perfect! Great jumping off point for so many places of interest. The house is very comfortable and can easily accommodate three couples or a very large family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

We have nothing but wonderful things to say about our stay here. The cottage was well appointed, the owner was extremely responsive and helpful, and the drive into Inverness was quick and easy. If we're back in the area we'll look to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property near Inverness!

Loved this cozy cottage and perfectly setup for families. Great host, very clean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024