Loch Na Bo House
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Overview
Loch Na Bo House is a truly special home, nestled in a quiet position on the banks of Loch Na Bo, it is surrounded by 800 acres of woodland and makes a tranquil setting for a family get-together or special occasion. Situated between Aberdeen and Inverness and just fifteen minutes from the town of Elgin, guests will enjoy a relaxing escape while a variety of excellent attractions and amenities are still within easy reaching distance.
This characterful home has been lovingly owned by the same family for over a hundred years, today it manages to seamlessly combine its original charm and period quirks with updated family-friendly interiors. Loch Na Bo House can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests across its six well-appointed bedrooms which are a mixture of doubles and twins, ideal for families or groups of friends. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation which comprises of a beautiful drawing room with garden access, a dining room with seating for ten and a fully-equipped kitchen which boasts its own Aga for the Winter months. Also on the ground floor is the first of the bedrooms, a king-size room with Loch views and a dedicated bathroom just along the hall. Upstairs are a further three bedrooms, a super-king and a twin room, each with en-suite bathrooms as well as a small double room and family shower room. The remaining accommodation can be found in the annexe side of the home and comprises of a small kitchenette, a double and a twin room and two family bathrooms.
Outside, there are multiple terraces and seating areas, the perfect setting for morning cups of coffee while admiring the wildlife and Loch scenery. Surrounded by 800 acres of woodland, there is plenty of opportunity for walks from the front door
What you should know…
- Those travelling with young children should ensure they take care when playing outside near the edge of the Loch
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Drawing room
- Study
- Dining room with seating for 10
- Fully-equipped kitchen with Aga, oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer
- Bedroom with king-size bed and Loch views
- Family bathroom with rolltop bath tub
First Floor
- Master bedroom with super-king four poster bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin beds and en-suite bathroom (can be set up with a super-king on request)
- Bedroom with small double bed (ideal for 1 guest, 2 at a squeeze!)
- Family shower room
Annexe Side of House
Ground Floor
- Kitchenette with seating for 6
- Family shower room
- Cloakroom
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with twin beds
- Family bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Terrace
- Seating
- Barbecue
- Large grounds
- Loch views
- Jetty
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Hairdryers
- Washing machine & dryer
- Iron & board
- Parking
* Please note that if you're travelling in a group of 12, 2 guests will need to make use of the small double room.
Location
About the surrounding area of Loch Na Bo HouseLoch Na Bo House is situated in beautiful Morayshire, set in a tranquil waterside position. The town of Elgin is just a 15-minute drive away, here visitors will find a wide variety of helpful amenities, including supermarkets and restaurants. For those who will be travelling in from further afield or simply enjoy a little hustle & bustle, Inverness and Aberdeen are both reachable in less than 90-minutes.
There is plenty for the whole family to see, do and explore in the surrounding area. Elgin Cathedral, Duffus Castle and Gordon Castle with its impressive walled garden are all within a 20-minute drive and provide fantastic family-friendly days out. Just 25 minutes away in Mosstowie, Alpaca Days Out run all year round and are a must-visit for any animal lovers – be sure to book in advance! For any keen whisky fans, Loch Na Bo House is located in Speyside, well known for its famous distilleries – it boasts over 50 of them! The Glen Moray Distillery is less than a 20-minute drive away, other famous distilleries including the Macallan Distillery, Aberlour, Glenfiddich and Glenlivet, are all within a 40-minute drive. During the Summer months, the whole family is bound to enjoy a day out at the beach, Lossiemouth is just 20-minutes away while Findhorn is a 35-minute drive away.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Aberdeen Airport
(92.3km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Elgin
(9.3km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Selection in Elgin
(9.3km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Co-Op Food, Lhanbryde
(4.8km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Elgin Golf Club
(9.5km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Lossiemouth East Beach
(15.4km) |
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Region
Ah, bonnie Scotland! A wild and beautiful part of the world, where you can explore the rugged highlands or enjoy the colour and vibrancy of cultural capitals like Edinburgh and Glasgow. But how do you know you’re getting the very best out of your trip? That’s where we come in. If you’ve had a browse through our range of luxury cottages and castles in Scotland, you’ll know there’s some great places to stay, but to find all the great things to do, see and eat you’ll need our handy Scotland travel guide – so read on and enjoy!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesLoch Na Bo House makes an excellent choice for families travelling with children, who are bound to enjoy exploring the large grounds. Two of the bedrooms feature twin beds which are ideal for siblings, cousins or friends to share. The town of Elgin is conveniently located just 15-minutes away and is home to a large number of big name supermarkets as well as family-friendly cafes and restaurants.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Waterfront
Services Available
- Catering Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Butler Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Loch Na Bo also offer the following experiences at additional cost:
- Estate Fishing with Gillie
- Estate Stalking with Gillie
- Estate Clay Pigeon Shooting
- Whisky Tasting
- Private Dining Experience
- Butler Service
- Luxury Car Rental Service
- Cleaning & Laundry Service
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
The extraordinary Loch Na Bo House is steeped in history and surrounded by breath-taking scenery. Pe...
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The extraordinary Loch Na Bo House is steeped in history and surrounded by breath-taking scenery. Perched on the magical banks of Loch Na Bo, the house offers over 800 magnificent acres of private grounds. Making it the perfect venue to host an enchanting Scottish wedding or extra special celebrations.
Wedding Reception
A reception with over 100 people can be hosted in the private ground. There are many spots within the grounds for an outdoor reception, under a marquee if necessary. Smaller weddings of 30 guests can be hosted in the walled garden or for around 50 guests in the house.
Wedding Ceremony
The ceremony can take place within the 800 acres of grounds, com. There are many locations to choose from either beneath a hired marquee if required. Please note there will be an additional fee for legal civil ceremonies.
Dancing can take place if a suitable marquee is hired – cleared after dining – where there is plenty of room for all the guests. The owners recommend that the music continues indoors after 10.00pm but there are no music restrictions inside the property.
Where to Stay
The house can house up to 12 guests and there is plenty of nearby accommodation for the remaining guests such as small B&Bs and hotels in the local town - 15 minute drive away from the estate.
The owner can supply details of local transport firms.
Wedding Planning
The owner advises clients to bring their own wedding or event planner
The owner can suggest suppliers for catering, marquees and flowers.
Catering
The owners can recommend local caterers or the clients may arrange their own.
Much of the food used in the in-house catering is locally sourced organic produce.
Wedding Packages
N/A
Other information
This venue has a relaxed attitude towards the event day – the owners are happy for clients to come and go as they like.
Please note that any event rental may be subject to additional charges, venue hire fees and to a higher security deposit, which will be in addition to any published rental rates and fees.
All events are on request only and subject to prior agreement from the owner, who reserves the right to refuse all events without their prior authorisation.
| Security deposit | £800 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection |
| Arrival time | 4.00 pm |
| Departure time | 10.00 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £800 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection |
| Arrival time | 4.00 pm |
| Departure time | 10.00 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday or Monday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay, this may be increased across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | Please note that pets are not allowed at this property |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 11 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22nd 2023 - Oct 20th 2023 | £2,634 | £3,010 | £3,387 | £3,763 |
| Oct 20th 2023 - Nov 3rd 2023 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Nov 3rd 2023 - Dec 18th 2023 | £2,371 | £2,709 | £3,048 | £3,387 |
| Dec 18th 2023 - Dec 25th 2023 | £3,424 | £3,913 | £4,403 | £4,892 |
| Dec 25th 2023 - Jan 5th 2024 | £3,424 | £3,913 | £4,403 | £4,892 |
| Jan 5th 2024 - Feb 9th 2024 | £2,371 | £2,709 | £3,048 | £3,387 |
| Feb 9th 2024 - Feb 16th 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Feb 16th 2024 - Mar 1st 2024 | £2,371 | £2,709 | £3,048 | £3,387 |
| Mar 1st 2024 - Mar 29th 2024 | £2,634 | £3,010 | £3,387 | £3,763 |
| Mar 29th 2024 - Apr 15th 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Apr 15th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £2,634 | £3,010 | £3,387 | £3,763 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £2,634 | £3,010 | £3,387 | £3,763 |
| May 24th 2024 - Jun 3rd 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Jun 3rd 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £2,898 | £3,311 | £3,725 | £4,139 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £2,634 | £3,010 | £3,387 | £3,763 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £3,161 | £3,612 | £4,064 | £4,515 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Dec 16th 2024 | £2,371 | £2,709 | £3,048 | £3,387 |
| Dec 16th 2024 - Dec 23rd 2024 | £3,424 | £3,913 | £4,403 | £4,892 |
| Dec 23rd 2024 - Mar 25th 2025 | £3,424 | £3,913 | £4,403 | £4,892 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Lovely location, fabulous for our get together.
Oliver’s Travels communicated well with me every step of the way. Our on site contact George was brilliant, responding to my calls immediately. The house simply fitted perfectly for our get together.
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Magical!
We have had a magical time here. The nature and the beauty here has blown us away. Being able to watch the red squirrels has been such a lovely experience and we feel so lucky to have seen them. This really is a home away from home - thank you so much for sharing it with us.
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Such a wonderful week
A magical Scottish Place! We have enjoyed a spectacular week at beautiful Loch Na Bo. The woodlands and the trails offered exceptionally peaceful walks. The loch is so lovely - swans and cygnets, herons and martins… they offered us hours of enjoyment. The boat ride and paddle - such fun! Loch Na Bo House is lovely and comfortable. A special place to other friends and family for happy reunions. We were all so comfortable and at ease - everything was perfect for us. Such a wonderful week - thank you for sharing the exquisite nature and beauty.
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Amazing!
What an amazing place. Very hard to leave, and thank you for making a dream come true. I will miss this place.
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A beautiful and relaxing place
I don’t know how you ever leave here. This is a very beautiful and relaxing place. We found it enchanting and so enjoyable. Thank you for allowing us to come after the 2 year pandemic wait.
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Incredible
Beautiful house and setting. We rowed the length of the loch, watched squirrels and pine martins, owls and cygnets. Loved all the antiques and especially the old baths. Sorry to leave.
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We all fell in love
What a magical place to have been able to spend a special week. Everyone has totally fallen in love with the beauty of this incredibly unique home. We leave feeling very blessed to have been able to share it. The wonderful memories here will live on with us forever.
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A great stay with many celebrations
So grateful for this special time at this enchanting property. We celebrated with a reunion for 40 years of friendship, 11 years of marriage and a 70th birthday between families. We hope to return in future.
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The estate and setting is something to be treasured!
Remarkable and magical! Family memories were made here. Our family of 12 enjoyed the history, the space, the grounds, the walks, the views , family dinners and of course … the swan family. Loc Na Bo is special and this estate and setting really is something to be treasured!! Sadly we couldn’t stay longer. Thank you.
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Highly recommend!
A peaceful and utterly charming stay in the countryside ~ gracious while not too precious, and accommodating for our group of 8 while still offering privacy. Plenty of room & beauty outdoors, as well: A chiminea in the courtyard for cool evenings, stunning gardens, beautiful trails around the loch, a row boat, and even two swan families... Highly recommend!
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Perfect for a family reuinion
What a fantastic place to stay. We rented Loch Na Bo for a family reunion and it was perfect...lots of space, great bedrooms and communal areas, lots of character, well equipped and in an incredible location on the loch..we saw deer, red squirrels, a visiting pine marten and deer. Didn't catch a fish in the loch but enjoyed rowing on it! The surrounding mountains and coast are stunning…
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Great location
Beautiful house and property. Low key elegance and privacy. The house is perfect for larger families or groups. Easy access to Inverness, Moray and Speyside. Elgin is very close by for shopping and restaurants.
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