Drumsmittal School, Black Isle, Inverness

Inverness, Scotland
$295 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Our recently renovated property which was the old village school, is completed to a high standard and is wonderfully bright and spacious. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms we are ideally located in a beautiful rural location less than 10 minutes from Inverness City Centre. The best of both worlds! Use us as your base to explore the Highlands. Our situation is perfect for exploring Inverness, The Black Isle, Loch Ness, Culloden, Clava Cairns, as well as further afield. If you are arriving bypublic transport we can pick you up in Inverness. There is a large private parking area outside the house and it's free of charge.

The house has it's own utility room with a washing machine and an electric clothes drier.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need including a microwave and a dish washer. If you prefer to eat out the near by village of North Kessock boasts a pub and a tea-room, both of whom serve great food. Free wi-fi is provided, although with so much to see and do, we hope you will relax and switch your phone off!

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Double-glazed Windows Recycling Water-efficient Showers Only
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Limo/town Car Service Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Front Entrance Ramp Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Radwana

    Submitted Apr 4, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    Donnie and Ellie were great hosts. They were very communicative and available when we needed assistance. We only had a minor issue finding the house and ended up at the neighbor's house instead. The instructions were not very clear. I believe putting exact coordinates on the GPS would be more helpful.

  • Sean

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Fantastic hosts and comforting place for he way we hoped!

  • Julia

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    It was like staying at home, relaxed and easy access. The hosts were very welcoming. So close to the City of Inverness for convenience, but having the luxury of not hearing the noise:-)

  • Sarah

    Submitted Jul 10, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    This place was amazing. We were sad to only spend 1 night. Lots of room, comfy beds, great bathrooms, amazing living room and kitchen, endless hot water, and an amazing host. Super fun history too :). I would absolutely stay again.

  • Elaine

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 25, 2025

    Just minutes from Inverness this property was an excellent location to explore the area and we loved that it was a converted school in quiet setting. We stayed in the two bedroom suite and found it to be spacious, comfortable and the amenities thoughtfully designed. I would highly recommend staying at this property!

  • Wendel

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 27, 2025

    This property was conveniently located close to Inverness yet at a distance that offered peace and quiet. The house was immaculately kept with plenty of nice upgrades (e.g., new bathrooms, upgraded kitchen, hot water heater, garden). This was perfect for our family of four! Our hosts, Donnie and Ellie, were great, friendly, helpful, and accommodating. We would definitely come back here again.

  • Antoni

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    Tranquil ground-floor converted part of school with views of green fields but with easy road access to highway. The interior is very nicely adapted with high-end finishes.

  • Dale

    Submitted May 22, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    Wonderful property in a beautiful quiet setting very close to the city. The hosts graciously welcomed us and supplied coffee, milk and breakfast items for the morning. The property is spacious, bright clean and very well equipped. Highly recommended.

  • Julie

    Submitted Oct 3, 2023

    Stayed Oct 1, 2023

    From the start, great communication from host! Easy to find and get into with provided instructions. We loved the location-outside of town but not too far. Donnie kindly greeted us shortly after we arrived and showed us around the property. This place had everything we wanted and more: spacious, quiet, clean, beautiful scenery, full kitchen with breakfast foods provided, large family room, washing machine, 2 nice bathrooms, and parking right outside the door. Highly recommend!

  • David

    Submitted Jun 21, 2023

    Stayed Jun 10, 2023

    Very nice property and owners very helpful. Left us some bread/milk/ juice etc which was very nice and unexpected. Excellent facilities and clean, modern utilities, mostly new. Enjoyed the wonderful peace and quiet after some noisy hotels. My only minor criticism was that the bed mattress was a little too soft for my liking

  • Laura A.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    The host was very welcoming and showed us around the apartment. It was exceptionally large given a renovated school. For a family of three adults we had two large bedrooms with bathrooms. The kitchen and laundry facilities were great and included a heated dry rack. We unfortunately only stayed for one night but in future it would offer a great base for a week holiday. I would highly recommend it.

  • Hunter C.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    This is a wonderful property. Clean, well appointed and roomy. Located next to a peaceful sheep farm and yet very convenient to downtown Inverness as well. Our hosts could not have been more inviting or kind. Great stay!

  • Barbara L.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Donnie & Ellie have a lovely property and are wonderful hosts. We enjoyed the quiet setting while only minutes to access to groceries, eating establishments, and highway access to area sites. The property amenities are accurately described and just what we wanted.

  • Emily L.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Absolutely beautiful apartment with generous supplies of necessities. Easy to find, easy parking lovely host. Wish we lived closer to stay again!

  • Tim M.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 9, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at Drumstmittal School. We were welcomed and really enjoyed our stay. It was spacious for our family and we loved seeing the sheep in the pasture. The accommodations and scenery were amazing. Thank you.

  • Lisa D.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Only 5 minutes or less from Inverness. We really enjoyed our stay! The morning rolls and milk was a nice treat as well as supplying us with sugar, coffee and tea! We also loved the candy treats! Thank you so much!

  • D Joyce C.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 18, 2025

    Amazing spot! Loved the furnishings and the location.

  • John R.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Good room.Hard to find.

  • Ed M.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    Lovely setting in the country with awesome hosts

  • Lynn M.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Wonderful property, quiet, bright, clean and well furnished.

  • Cheryl D.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    Lovely location, accommodations, and hosts! 100% recommend!

  • jackie l.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    Wow! What a brilliant stay at the Drumsmittal School! Donnie and Ellie were the best hosts, the property and home are gorgeous, and we could not have enjoyed our stay more. Drumsmittal School was an ideal location for us to explore the highlands, a short drive to Inverness to pick up fish and chips for dinner, and outside of the city for a peaceful nights rest. The home is immaculate, everything is freshly laundered and cleaned, with food staples provided so we didn't have to run to the grocery upon arrival. We walked down to the North Kessock Hotel for a wonderful dinner one night - it was full so we were glad we made a reservation as the host guide suggested. As other guests have said, the only problem with the stay is that it wasn't longer! Thank you for the amazing stay!

  • Steffi E.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    We loved the 2 bedroom apartment. Very clean, beautifully decorated and nice hosts.

  • Philip S.

    Submitted May 25, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    This was a welcome sight at the end of each day we journeyed around the countryside. The location is convenient for exploring Inverness as well as a wealth of interesting attractions in the region. Very spacious, clean, and comfortable. The hosts were excellent at communicating with us and responded immediately to quickly fix a minor issue. We would recommend the so location without reservation.

  • Dorothy D.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    Donnie and Ellie are the most gracious hosts. Their home is a in a beautiful country setting. I had everything needed for a comfotable stay. After exploring Inverness I also explored Black Isle and you cannot miss it it will take you back in time. Highly recomend The Drumsmittal School.for your stay in Iverness.

  • annie c.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    Conveniently located close to Inverness ( 15 minutes by car - Car necessary to reach the house) but in the countryside. Great view on the fields. No noise : quiet and peaceful nights, we slept like babies. The house is fully equiped. The bedrooms are large. There are 2 bathrooms and plenty of towels. The private parking is just in front of the door.We spent 3 nights there. There are so many things to do and see in the surrondings that we could have stayed longer. Many thanks to our hostess who took good care of us !aandthere us 2 bathroom

  • Penny P.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    This was the most beautiful location in a beautiful country. We had sheep and newborn lambs right outside our windows. It was sparkling clean and even stocked with a few essentials. I just cannot say how lovely it was. Ellie even took us to a local craft fair. Highly recommend this place to stay!!

  • Ann B.

    Submitted Apr 24, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    Our hosts where lovely people who where generous and gracious. The property was clean and well appointed. We wanted for nothing. The neighborhood charming.

  • David W.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2025

    Stayed Apr 7, 2025

    We love the location of this home, it enabled us to have short trips to enjoy all of Inverness both downtown and some of the outlying areas. North Kessock was absolutely wonderful. We ate dinner there as well as breakfast and highly recommend both.

  • Roma M.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    We could not have asked for a better place to stay! Clean, comfortable and welcoming! We loved staying here. The hosts are very responsive and kind! Recommend 10/10

  • Jackie C.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 4, 2025

    It was a clean and well maintained location, very quiet and serene. The views were excellent, the owners were friendly and helpful, and their showers were wonderful!! Would stay their again

  • Mark R.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Just across the bridge from Inverness, this was a perfect place for a quiet NYE! Lots of space, and a tranquil area.

  • Scott P.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 3, 2024

    Hosts were very welcoming and delightful. Accommodations were well appointed. We’ve stayed at many holiday homes and this was by far the best. Hosts greeted us upon arrival and had provided supplies for breakfast to carry us over to the next morning in case we needed it. Would definitely recommend it!

  • Hermann W.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    We spent two nights at Drumsmittal School and very literally blown away. The house was very spacious, so there was enough room for 4 people. The two bathrooms were a luxury and the facilities were above average. Ellie and Donnie were wonderful, lovely and humorous hosts. They were very helpful with lots of tips and even stocked the fridge at our arrival with useful food. By far one of the best accommodations we have booked in the past 10 years. If we will ever return to the Highlands within the next few years, we will definitely stay with Ellie and Donnie again! When you made your guests feel like home, you did an outstanding job! Thank you for the great memories! 🙏❤️

  • Ruth W.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    This accommodation offers everything you could wish for... beautiful location, comfort and warmth, wonderful bathroom and kitchen, en suite, hosts on hand to welcome you - down to the provision of breakfast (self catering)for the week!

  • Kathryn V.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed here as our family of three and absolutely loved the property. Donnie and Ellie were available as needed and were very welcoming and open and easy to communicate with. The house made a great place to stay for our trip being convenient to Inverness but also a great base for our day trips out to various parts of the Highlands. It was great to come back to the property at the end of the day and be able to relax eating dinner while watching the sheep graze in the fields around the property, even heard the cows in the field above the sheep! The kitchen had everything we could need and the interior is updated and clean. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Inverness area!

  • Sarah K.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Sep 22, 2024

    I can’t say enough about this place and the owners. It was a beautiful stay in the countryside but still close to Inverness. The house had amazing views. Ellie and Donnie went above and beyond. I highly recommend this place!

  • Shayne S.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 15, 2024

    Pleasant and relaxing place to recharge while exploring the area. Washer was appreciated after our week stay in London and Edinburgh.

  • Vera W.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Very comfortable stay. Everything was first class and the hosts were so friendly. I would recommend this property to anyone . thiproprty7 p prop recommend

  • Sherry S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    An absolutely gorgeous location and area!!! Highly recommend. Hosts so accomodating. Loved it ❤️

  • Juliet C.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 27, 2024

    Donnie was friendly & informative. He made us feel very welcome. The accommodation was perfect, a lovely location & a beautiful renovation to create a relaxing space. The fridge was filled with fresh food the beds were comfy. There was even a laundry room! A really lovely break on our road trip. Thank you.

  • Pamela A.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    We had a lovely stay at Drumsmittal School. Donnie was a great host. Greeted us and showed us around. He gave us dinner recommendations and even made our reservations. We loved how spacious the apartment was. It gave us room to spread out and just relax when we returned at night. Our hosts went over the top to make sure we had everything we needed. Even leaving us things to make breakfast. It was so kind. Once again thank you to our wonderful hosts.

  • Johanna H.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    Larger than expected, lovely accommodation, immaculately clean.

  • Kasey R.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    Highly recommend staying here at Drumsmittal School. The place and property is lovely. The host, Donnie and Ellie, are very personable and made our stay feel like home away from home. My family will definitely be back here to visit Inverness again. Thank you again!

  • Becky S.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    The property was charming and quiet but only minutes from the road and Inverness. Hosts were wonderful and had the fridge stocked with basics. Would love to go back.

  • Bill G.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 22, 2024

    This transformed school building is amazing and very comfortable. Very quiet farm surroundings not too far from the big city. Donnie and Ellie were wonderful to meet and made sure everything was perfect for our stay.

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