Ancarraig Lodges - Loch Ness

04/06/2026

31/05/2026

🍦 BIG NEWS FROM THE WEE SHOP! 🍦

We've got something seriously tasty chilling in our freezers... Loch Ness Ice Cream has arrived at Ancarraig Lodges! 🎉

Packed full of flavour and made right here in the Highlands, it's the perfect treat after a day of exploring, hiking, or hunting for Nessie herself. 👀🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Whether you're a fan of the classics or fancy trying something a wee bit different, we've got a scoop with your name on it.

Fair warning though – it's so good, even Nessie might pop by for a cone! 😆

Swing by the shop, grab a tub (or two), and taste what everyone's talking about.

🍦 Available now at the wee shop at Ancarraig Lodges!

05/04/2026

Happy Easter from a snowy Ancarraig Lodges ❄️🐣
Waking up to winter wonderland views this spring feels a little extra magical ✨
Fresh air, peaceful moments, and a touch of unexpected snow — couldn’t ask for a more beautiful Easter setting 🐰🌨️

Hope your day is filled with joy, chocolate, and a bit of magic wherever you are 💛
❄️

24/03/2026

Looks like we’re in for a bit of a cold snap this week… but honestly, is there anything better? at Ancarraig Lodges we think this is the perfect excuse to stack up the log basket, light the log burner, and settle into that cosy lodge feeling. Warm fire, peaceful surroundings, and a proper winter escape - exactly how this season should be spent! 🔥 🌲 Who’s ready for a cosy stay?

19/03/2026

Escape to the heart of nature at Ancarraig Lodges 🌿✨

Wake up to golden light filtering through the trees, sip your morning coffee surrounded by birdsong, and unwind in a cosy, beautifully designed lodge made for slowing down. Whether it’s a peaceful woodland walk, a Lochside wander, or a relaxed evening by the fire, every moment here is about reconnecting—with nature and with yourself.

From warm, rustic interiors to tranquil outdoor spaces, Ancarraig is your perfect getaway to rest, recharge, and breathe a little deeper.

Your escape is waiting 🍃

16/03/2026

Our wee shop at Ancarraig Lodges is nearly ready for the 2026 season! ☕️🏔️✨

We’ve been busy giving the shop a refresh over the winter, and in the next couple of weeks we’ll be fully stocked and ready to welcome this year’s guests.

Pop in during your stay for:
☕ Hot drinks
🥤 Cold drinks
🍫 Tasty snacks
🎁 Gifts
🧶 Beautiful local crafts

Perfect for picking up a treat, a souvenir, or something cosy to enjoy while taking in the views from the hills above Loch Ness 🌄.

If you’re walking the Great Glen Way 🚶‍♂️, be sure to stop in for some sustenance and a hot drink to warm you up along the way!

The shop will be open daily throughout the season, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Ancarraig Lodges 😊

11/03/2026

Folk often ask what there is to do around here… apart from staring at the loch hoping Nessie sticks her head up 👀

Here’s a few local gems:

🚢 Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises – Get out on Loch Ness for a proper look… monster spotting optional.

🦕 Nessieland – A wee quirky stop dedicated to the famous beastie herself.

🏰 Urquhart Castle – Proper Highland castle ruins with views that’ll make your camera work overtime.

🥃 Dalwhinnie Distillery – For those who prefer their spirits in a glass rather than the loch.

🏖 Dores Beach – A lovely quiet beach and a cracking sunset spot.

🪨 Corrymony Cairn – A 4,000-year-old burial chamber… older than most Highland gossip.

🌊 Falls of Foyers – A short walk to a waterfall that’s well worth the puff.

Plenty to see while you’re here.

And if you do spot Nessie… let me know. I’ll no believe ye, but I’d still like to hear about it. 😄

06/03/2026

🔥 ADVENTURE BY DAY. COSY CABIN BY NIGHT. 🔥

Looking for a proper Highland escape with a bit of bite? We’ve teamed up with our sister company WildTrax to bring you the ultimate Lodge & Landy experience!

Think roaring engines, rugged trails, mud-splattered grins and full-throttle Highland adventure… 🚙💨
Then swap the driving gloves for a dram by the fire and sink into your own snug cabin here at Ancarraig Lodges. 🏔️🔥

🌲 Explore the wild.
🚙 Tackle the terrain in a legendary Land Rover.
🌅 Soak up those jaw-dropping Highland views.
🔥 Then hunker down in a cosy lodge and relive the day’s banter.

It’s adventure with a capital A — but with hot showers, comfy beds and no tent pegs in sight (because we’re wild… not daft 😉).

Grab your pals, bring your sense of adventure, and come make some muddy memories in the Highlands.

Ready to send it? 💥

04/03/2026

🌿 Spring’s waking up at Ancarraig Lodges… and it’s a bonnie sight! 🌼

Just outside Drumnadrochit and right by Loch Ness, our cosy cabins are the perfect spot for a wee Highland escape. Think fresh air, blooming flowers, budding trees, and a morning coffee on the deck (with maybe a glimpse of Nessie if you’re lucky 👀).

Comfy inside, stunning outside – and just that bit magical before the summer rush.

Fancy a spring stay? Have a wee look at the photos and give us a message to book your break! 💚🏔️

22/01/2026

The Bunloit Estate is right on Ancarraig’s doorstep and is offering some brilliant Nature Days this year. There’s some of the Highland’s most staggering landscapes concentrated on this beautiful estate - not to mention the panoramic views of Loch Ness.

If you’re already staying with us over these dates or are looking to book a stay these sound of interest, be sure to get in touch with Alex to reserve your spot.

Do you want to connect more with nature in 2026? 😀

Join our expert ranger team on Bunloit Estate for seasonal Nature Days.

Deepen your connection to nature while helping restore local wildlife habitats.

All welcome to our friendly group.

How nature benefits health 🌳❤🍀

Studies demonstrate that nature-based activities can be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. (University of York)

Recent evidence emphasises that the quality of engagement with nature is more critical than just being in a natural space. (Mental Health Foundation)

We’re starting the year with Tree Planting🪏on Thursday the 29th January.

To book a free place:�Email: [email protected] or [email protected]�Call Alex: 07494 020742�More info: https://www.highlandsrewilding.co.uk/events-and-meetings
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