The Aonach Mor self catering holiday apartments and holiday cottages put you in the heart of the Scottish Highlands and on the shore of South Loch Ness.

Once you have settled in, you will be free to explore the many delights that The Abbey (Highland Club) in the Highlands of Scotland has to offer.

Below you will find a small selection of attractions and activities you can enjoy whilst on your Scottish vacation.

Urquhart Castle

The great Square Tower of this historic castle, on its spur of rock, lapped by the waters of Loch Ness, dominates the landscape, as it must have dominated the lives of many people over the centuries. Archaeological excavations have shown that there was a fort here in prehistoric times. With an enormous visitor centre, you will be able to see a video giving an account of the history of the castle, and see various artifacts discovered at the site.

Loch Ness

Twenty-four miles long and a mile wide in places, it reaches a depth of some 700 feet. There is much more to Loch Ness than the monster, though the monster makes its presence felt. It is neither certainly there nor certainly not there, a feeling that anyone can empathise with who has spent even half an hour looking at that immense and ever changing surface of the water. The Loch Ness 2000 Visitor Centre is a four star visitor attraction and highly recommended.

Touring

Central for touring the beautiful Highlands, visiting the Isle of Skye or distilleries on the Whisky Trail.

Walking & Cycling

The Great Glen Way which runs through Fort Augustus, is a footpath of 70 miles across Scotland between Inverness in the east and Fort William in the west. Alternatively, you could walk along the old military road in Fort Augustus taking in some stunning views of the village and Loch Ness or take one of the trails around nearby Alt na Criche. There are many beautiful woodland walks and cycle routes in and around Fort Augustus for you to enjoy.

Climbing

For the ‘munro-baggers’ amongst you, there are more than 30 Munros within an hours drive.

Golf

Visit the championship course at Nairn, visit the Fairways golf course, Loch Ness or walk to the local golf club in Fort Augustus.

Skiing

Why not have a ski holiday. Just a 30 minute drive away, the Aonach Mor Ski area at the Nevis Range has a chairlift going up 1200m, giving you incredible views, with skiing available for all abilities during the winter months. Parascending and mountain biking are also available here in the summer. Just over an hour away, ski-ing is also available at the Cairngorm and Lecht ski resorts.

On the Water

Fishing is available in the Loch and surrounding rivers, alternatively there are many boating operators on the Caledonian Canal offering yachts and motor cruisers for hire. Or take a powerboat, moored just outside The Abbey grounds to see Urquhart Castle.

Beauty treatments

Available locally by a qualified beauty therapist. Including massage, manicure, pedicure, hot stone massage etc.

Please ask for more details. Gift vouchers are available.