Balachladaich Self Catering, Dores, Loch Ness

03/04/2026

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19/01/2026

We were treated to a beautiful show of the Aurora tonight. The different colours were visible to the naked eye which is rare. It stayed around for ages too, so I had time to go and wake up the alpacas 😂 Visit Inverness Loch Ness

27/12/2025

Wild swimming offers a range of physical and mental health benefits, from improving mood and reducing stress to enhancing circulation and providing a full-body workout. At Balachladaich, guests can go for a swim directly from our private beach. I can’t promise it will be warm, but it will be refreshing!!

22/10/2025

🌍✨ Having friends from Australia visit this week gave us a fresh perspective on our beautiful home! We had an incredible time exploring the Highlands together.

Day 1 kicked off with a trip to Easter Ross, where we marveled at the ancient stones of Carn Liath Broch, visited the stunning Dunrobin Castle, enjoyed the sandy shores of Embo Beach, and admired the beautiful Mermaid of the North. It was a beautiful evening on our return so we lit a fire and had dinner on the beach. We even managed to see a glimmer of Aurora ✨

Day 2 was all about the animals! We had an amazing alpaca trek, then met the adorable hairy coos at Cameron’s Tea Room in Foyers. 🦙❤️ In the evening we attended beer festival to show the Aussies that’s there’s more to life than Castlemain ###X 😂

Day 3 brought adventure with a thrilling boat ride to the castle with , followed by a delightful Sunday lunch at .

On our final day, we ventured to the West Coast, where the breathtaking scenery of the Torridon hills, Bealach Na Ba, and Eilean Donan Castle left us in awe, even with the drizzly weather.

There’s so much to discover when you’re based at Loch Ness! 🎉🏞️

17/10/2025

A beautiful night for a fire on the beach with friends… 🔥

01/09/2025

We were treated to a beautiful double rainbow when we opened the curtains this morning. 🌈

25/05/2025

Now that the rain has finally come, it might be a good time to visit some of our spectacular local waterfalls…

Loch Ness Waterfalls Road Trip 🚗💦

This route around Loch Ness features beautiful waterfalls, charming villages, and lush forest walks — perfect for a nature-filled escape in the Scottish Highlands.

📍 Inverness – Gateway to Loch Ness 🏙️
📍 Falls of Foyers – Spectacular 140ft waterfall into Loch Ness 💦
📍 Allt na Criche – Short trail with woodland views and cascades 🌲
📍 Invermoriston Bridge & Falls – Stone bridge and scenic river falls 🌉
📍 Falls of Divach – Hidden 100ft waterfall near Drumnadrochit 🌳
📍 Plodda Falls – One of Scotland’s tallest and most impressive waterfalls 🌿

Total Distance: 🚗 Approx. 75 miles

This Loch Ness Waterfalls Road Trip is ideal for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers, offering a peaceful mix of dramatic falls, lochside views, and Highland scenery. 📸🏞️✨

More Info & Map > https://www.letsexploretheuk.com/loch-ness-waterfalls-road-trip/

15/05/2025

Joseph stayed with us over last weekend (having come with friends the weekend before, he loved it so much he brought his dad back a week later!), then picked up a boat to sail down the Loch. As he was passing today he took some lovely pictures which he shared with us. It’s not often we get to see the whole house from the front! 📷

06/05/2025

A couple of other furry friends you might meet during your stay! Skye & Solo are very friendly cats who love to say hi, especially if you’re on the beach. Don’t fall for the sad faces through the glass if you’re in the house! They live outside (well, on luxurious sheepskin beds on hot water tanks in the boiler shed!) and are fed very well!

24/04/2025

A regular sight from the windows st Balachladaich - the alpacas cooling down in the middle of the day
😍 Alpacas have sweat glands on each leg, so standing in cool water brings their core temperature down nicely.