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City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness

Family-friendly cottage in Inverness

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Nestled in the city centre, this charming mid-terraced cottage offers a tranquil retreat with a beautiful back garden perfect for BBQs. Unwind by the wood burner while watching your favourite shows on the 55inch 4K Smart TV or stay connected with fast Wi-Fi. Enjoy private tours to Skye, Glencoe and other scenic spots or take advantage of golf transits to nearby courses.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness

A beautiful 1800s terraced cottage footsteps away from the River Ness, a 30 second walk to Aldi & the outstanding Waterfront bar/restaurant. Sleeping up to 6 guests in 3 king size bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room & comfortable living space with free fast WiFi, Samsung Smart TV and wonderful log burning stove. Free parking with our permit & just a 5 - 10 min walk across old Inverness with beautiful views of the castle, cathedral & churches on the way. Dog friendly up to 2 dogs.

Upstairs we have 2 king sized bedrooms and a bathroom toilet, sink and shower cubicle. We supply hand wash and toilet rolls. In the chest of drawers you will find a hair dryer.

Downstairs offers another king bedroom, large living room with comfortable seating for six people, Samsung Smart TV which allows access to Netflix, Amazon Prime etc and our beautiful wood burning stove. A conservatory dining room with seating for six (a high chair can be provided if requested prior to your stay). Our kitchen is fully equipped with everything we think you might need to cook meals during your stay. We have a coffee machine available for you to use, a cafetiere and provide instant coffee, tea and sugar in addition. We have a large fridge freezer with ice cube dispenser. We have a washing/dryer and dish water for guests to use. Washing and cleaning supplies are provided under the sink and under the stairs.

The conservatory door lead out to the beautiful and quant back garden which has a decking area with table and six chairs, and is a perfect space for dogs and children to run around and enjoy.

Parking is on street and free with our permit for one car although we are also perfectly situated if you are not driving. Permits are required during the hours of 8am - 6pm, Mon - Sat. If you have an additional car then we usually recommend Rose Street Carpark as an alternative.

We are a dog friendly property and can accept up to two well behaved dogs. We charge a fee of £25 per dog, per stay.

You have full access to our cottage and it’s garden along with use of our parking permit for the duration of your stay.

Tours on request in a 9 seater vehicle. Skye and Eilan Donan Castle, Glenfinnan for the Harry Potter train and Glencoe, Outlander tour, distillery tours, coastal tours, or a tour to feed Highland cows and see Stags, mountain goats and their kids in one of Scotlands most beautiful valleys.

We are a dog friendly property and can accommodate up to 2 large breed dogs. A dog fee of £25 per dog per stay will be charged - If you have added a pet to your booking it will cover the cost of one dog. If you wish to bring 2 dogs, we will send over the additional fee via Airbnb fees.

We may be able to offer early or late checkout dependant on availability. This is charged at £25.

Only to happy to help with any queries, suggestions for places to visit. If you wish to hire a car/ minibus for a tour into the Highlands I am happy to take you over to help keep costs down for you.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Easy to smoke in garden.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Exterior detail
Rose Cottage City Centre - near the River Ness
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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 46 reviews
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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Highchairs and cots available on request

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Easy to smoke in garden.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 547892448

Property is also known as

Central Cottage Near River Ness

About the area

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in the city centre. Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery and Torvean Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Inverness Botanic Gardens and Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena, or check out an event or a game at Caledonian Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Victorian Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Inverness Castle - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 14 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The King's Highway (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hootananny - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪MacGregor's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪River House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Inverness Castle. Eastgate Shopping Centre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes. Inverness Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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City Centre Cottage beside the River Ness Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant M.

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

Comfortable stay in Inverness

Great location to seeing sights of Inverness, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and grocery shopping.Communication with owner was great and very timely. Very comfortable place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Great place & host

The location was great. The accommodations were perfect for our group of six. The backyard was delightful and we especially enjoyed the fireplace and watching the Euro cup final on the very large TV in the living room! Gregor was absolutely wonderful to deal with - very helpful, very responsive and wonderfully accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

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

Lovely stay

Cottage exactly as listed, clean, light, and cozy. Location was excellent - small pleasant walk across bridge into shopping and restaurants. Gregor was communicative through entire process and helped us out a bunch on planning and direction. We took him up on a rather bespoke tour that was the absolute highlight of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

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

Stay at Riverview

Gregor is an impressive host. The location is perfect and the cottage was lovely and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Great location

Easy access to town, restaurants, groceries, walk to bike rental and walking paths. Rode bikes to Dores on Loch Ness which was a great way to see the countryside!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lacy A.

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

Great location

The size and location were nice. Loved being able to walk to restaurants and being so close to Aldi. A few maintenance issues, but he was there to tell us about them, which i appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pattie D.

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

Host Gregor

The cottage is very spacious and close to town with many restaurants. Gregor made us feel at home. And provided us with a wonderful city and Outlander tour. We loved Inverness!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise V.

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

Great location and host

Close to stores, bike tour, restaurants, River Ness. Host was very responsive to any of our requests. We hired him to pick us up at Edinburgh and give us a tour of the Isle of Skye. He was a great resource on Scottish culture and enjoyable to be around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

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

Comfortable property in great location

We really enjoyed the City Centre Cottage. It was clean and comfortable with plenty of room for the six of us. Kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked several meals there. Very much appreciated the wood burning fireplace and the logs that were provided. Just a short walk to the center of the city! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie W.

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

Wonderful !

What a great stay! Fantastic location, super well-equipped, extremely comfortable, very clean. So thankful for the gracious small touches throughout. Spectacular host, in depth local knowledge and guide to everything Inverness and beyond. Do stay here and count on the host to guide you in all the right ways!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERICH H.

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

Great home in Inverness

Check in/out was smooth. The owner came by to check on us and offer info on the area. The back yard and porch were wonderful. The location was just across a bridge from the down town area - easy walking to dining and shopping. The home was clean, comfortable and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K.

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

Lovely Time in Inverness

Gregor was a delightful host-guide. His VRBO was well- situated very near an ALDI grocery store and many restaurants. We also used Gregor's services for several days of touring and he was incredibly accommodating , knowledgeable and a most pleasant person. A memorable stay !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMT

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

The Cottage

Our stay with Gregor in Inverness was fabulous! The Cottage was perfect for our needs. Everything was clean and comfortable while also being walking distance to many Inverness restaurants and shops. Having a working fireplace made ready for use was lovely. While the kitchen and bathroom were small, they met all our needs. Gregor was nice enough to have a few things for us in the kitchen for breakfast! Gregor is a fount of wonderful information and history which made out stay even better! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Rose Cottage. What a find!

Rose Cottage is homely, functional, walking distance to town along the River Ness and with proximity to AMAZING locations whether you feel like a short day out or a longer drive. It's host Gregor is friendly, down to earth and a great tour guide if you like him to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Q.

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

A Wee Gem in inverness

We were two couples staying in the flat. It was clean and had every amenity that we could have needed. The location was a short walk to the downtown. When we arrived we found food items in the fridge for our first breakfast. Very generous! I would highly recommend staying here and we will stay again the next time we are in Inverness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia w.

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

Great place, perfect location

This place was perfect. Centrally located, nice neighborhood with grocery close by. We were able to walk everywhere. Gregor was amazing and we booked a “tour” with him. We got to see all over the countryside, he was very helpful and welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and time here. Extra touches like bread and milk was amazing. Would definitely recommend and if we find ourselves up there again we will be staying here again if we can. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Highland Tour

This property is within walking distance of downtown Inverness it is close to stores and restaurants. Gregor is a tour guide and is very familiar with the Highlands. We went on several private tours with him and never saw a tour bus at the locations he took us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Visiting for the weekend.

The cottage was perfect for our needs and made exploring Inverness a breeze as it was an easy 10-15 min walk into the city along the river. The stroll down to Ness Islands was a delight and we enjoyed the hospitality at the Waterfront gastropub which was a couple of minutes from the cottage. There was a local supermarket around the corner which made getting groceries easy (we were without a car on this occasion) Gregor was super helpful and communicative and we really appreciated the welcome provisions. We had the pleasure of meeting Gregor on our departure and he was very pleasant and full of local information. He also offers bespoke tours which we hope to experience on a future longer visit. A lovely stay the whole family enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen F., Fenton, Michigan

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

Perfect Home Base

Loved our stay at Gregor’s. Easy walk to downtown Inverness, quiet street with permit parking (which Gregor provided for us). Right across from an Aldi so we could stock up on snacks and drinks. Plenty of space downstairs to spread out and bedrooms worked for our needs - one couple in the queen, one single person in the double bed and another couple taking the room with twin beds. Like camp! :) French press in kitchen was nice for coffee and Gregor even left us a few food items to get us going (eggs, bacon, bread, milk, butter). So so kind. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

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

Hospitality Extraorinaire

Gregor has a beautifully appointed home in a central location. The home was clean, comfortable and restful. The back garden and sunroom was such a lovely place to relax and enjoy meals. The closeness to the downtown centre was a real plus. We could enjoy all Inverness had to offer, and then cross the river back to our home away from home. A point of note was Gregor’s kindness when it came to check out. We had a delay and were not able to get out on time. He was generous and kind even though it effected the cleaning staff. Can’t wait for our next stay and have Gregor take us on a few tours. Thank you Gregor!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage near the River Ness and close to all amenities and restaurants in the centre of Inverness.Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for a family stay, had everything needed and very comfortable with a lovely garden, close enough to walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the property and the close proximity to downtown. It was exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is well situated for walking to markets, shops, and sites. The host is very accommodating and offers driving tours as well. We'd return anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey P.

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

Best host ever and great location

Gregor is an amazing host and tour guide. He treated us like family while we were visiting. The house is very clean and in the perfect location. We highly recommend staying there and touring with Gregor if he is available. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025