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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Golf
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Glasphein Annex

Glasphein Annex is a self contained apartment with its own private entrance featuring a Lounge / Kitchen , Double Bedroom with Ensuite , located in a semi rural residential area accessed by a private road with free parking and amenities close by. Recently re-decorated to provide a comfortable, relaxing place to enjoy your visit. Quick and easy access to city center and transport links, makes Glasphein Annex an ideal base for business, pleasure, city break or touring the Highlands. Close to Inshes Retail Park, Raigmore Hospital, UHI Campus, Loch Ness, the West Link and easy access to North Coast 500.

Property manager

Alan Niven

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 490 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Apartment
Vrbo Property
Glasphein Annex Lodge
Glasphein Annex Inverness
Glasphein Annex Lodge Inverness

About the area

Map
Inverness, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Culloden Battlefield - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Inverness Castle - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Victorian Market - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 14 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smithton Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glasphein Annex pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glasphein Annex ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glasphein Annex ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Glasphein Annex located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Culloden Visitor Centre and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Culloden Battlefield. Eastgate Shopping Centre and Inverness Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Glasphein Annex Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
In Love with Inverness
Alan and Laura were amazing hosts. We are on our honeymoon and this was the perfect place for us to stay midway through our trip. We were met with great hospitality, instant communication, and some extra touches for our honeymoon stay. Any questions or recommendations we were wondering about prior and during our stay was met with instant replies with great recommendations. All the amenities given were great! We would recommend this place to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming Glasphein Annex
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Alan and Laura’s comfy cozy Glasphein Annex. Upon arrival Alan greeted us and took time to explain absolutely everything necessary to have an enjoyable stay. He also had numerous recommendations for food and entertainment. The annex was well equipped, comfortable, clean and quiet. The bedroom was spacious, with a large comfortable bed with lovely linens and soft pillows. The large bedroom room window looks out into a beautiful green garden lined with trees. The bathroom was stocked with everything necessary for a relaxing shower. The shower had exceptional water pressure with loads of hot water. The kitchen area is well maintained with updated, clean,new appliances. It is stocked with every need in mind. A nice bottle of chilled wine, a jug of milk, coffee and chocolates were there for our arrival. I just can not emphasize how lovely this Annex is. It is located in very quiet surroundings. The outside area exudes peace and tranquility. The living area has a large leather sofa. The host has graciously added lovely warm cuddle blankets for those stay-in tv nights. For entertainment there is a TV in the bedroom as well as the living room and Alan supplies a nice variety of streaming apps to choose from. The proximity to Inverness makes it the ideal location for day trips to surrounding attractions,shopping and sight seeing. I miss it already. Lovely place, lovely hosts. Simply the best! Will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scottish Highlands
Our stay with Alan and Laura was excellent. The description was spot on. The kitchen was very well equipped. The living area was very comfortable. The bedroom was large and the bathroom was great. A very spacious shower with plenty of water pressure. Alan gave us great advice on things to see in places to eat. He even gave us hand written step-by-step instructions on the best way to get back to Edinburgh. We look forward to coming back someday
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel und Susanna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top Apartment with warm welcome
Already before our arrival the host family offered help and guidance. After arriving we got a warm welcome and got many useful information. The Appartement was spacious, very clean and with a well equipped kitchen. During our stay we even saw a deer directly from the appartment. If we come back we would certainly stay here again. Thank you very much for this exceptional stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renu B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glasphein Annex
The place was extremely comfortable and well designed and equipped . Alan was meticulous, hospitable and very helpful. We had some memorable visits to castles and other local attractions. I would most certainly recommend this place for your stay at Inverness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly What we Wanted
My wife and I spent four nights in July 2024 at this property. Having owned and managed properties on VRBO for 20 years, my wife and I always measure other properties against what we managed based on our guest feedback and requests. Alan was a very friendly and helpful host. The property was clean, had plenty of bath supplies, coffee for our use, plenty of linens, and many dishes available during our stay. The property had plenty of information on restaurants, things to do, and instructions for all the appliances. The washer and dryer were the best we used on our four weeks across Britain. The property was central to many things in Inverness, but was far enough away to be quiet and peaceful. It was very close to the Culloden Battlefield and Cava Cairns, and was easy to access after we learned how to get the right location. Alan was so charming and always wanted to make sure we were well taken care of during our stay. We loved our time in Scotland and Alan was a huge reason why.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne C., Glen Ellyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Alan and Laurie are amazing hosts
They are so kind. Everything was perfect. Beautiful location just a couple miles out of Inverness but central to all the sights. Very comfortable apartment too. I would highly recommend them!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm M., Lakeland Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable
I stayed three nights and found the place to be quite comfortable and convenient. The host Alan was very helpful and informative. I would happily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream — absolutely excellent!
Stayed for 3 nights in early June. Alan was there to welcome us and tell us everything about the property and the area. He and Laura are amazing hosts! Extremely knowledgeable and generous with that knowledge. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and spacious. Serene and quiet but just a short drive to downtown Inverness. Can’t recommend Glasphein Annex enough. If you’re thinking about coming to this part of Scotland, there’s no better place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Alan and Laura are excellent hosts, going above and beyond in communication, cleanliness, helpfulness, right down to a nice bottle of wine waiting for us when we arrived. Our stay was everything we had hoped for, as the location was very near Inverness without being in the thick of things. The bed was comfortable, as was the nice hot shower. When we visit Scotland again, we will definitely stay with Alan and Laura again. Thanks so much for your kindness and hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended!!
Beautiful and comfortable property! Very clean and new, the bed was large and comfortable, top notch linens, and our hosts were exceptional. Absolutely would stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place
We stayed two nights at this lovely place. It has everything you need to be comfortable. It was a large space for the two of us. So nice not to be tripping over suitcases and bags. We loved having a location just outside of town to make the driving easier. Alan was so helpful in making plans on what to do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

TERRY B.

Liked: Cleanliness
You won't be disappointed
Stayed here several nights in October 2023. This place is the best place we've stayed in on our Scotland travels. It is spacious, has a full kitchen, washer/dryer, comfy king bed, and super quiet. Alan showed us the apartment and provided us attraction brochures and provided dining suggestions. It's not in the hub of Inverness activities but everything is just minutes away by car. This would be our first choice of lodging if we were to travel back to Inverness.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maciej D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful and quiet place in Inverness
An absolute delight to stay at, the house is in a quiet area with loads of wildlife but close enough to centre of Inverness to not be inconvenient, clean property with plenty of amenities not to mention the wonderful hosts that are wonderful to talk to and more helpful that some people's close friends. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful stay
Glasphein was an excellent place to stay in so many ways. Clean, well furnished, great amenities, great location, very comfortable bed, Alan was a very attentive and genuine host who had great communication, tips for local groceries, tips for local restaurants, and brochures for local touring ideas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allen was one of the highlights of our trip! He made it such a welcoming time, as this was our first time to Scotland. The place was phenomenal, homey, cute and very clean. They even welcomed us with a bottle of wine. The taxi service exactly knew where the house was located by the name, and it was a short bus ride to City Center and the Culloden Battlefield. Highly recommend!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Rodney P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Nice and quiet.
Alan was a wonderful host. The accommodations were excellent!! Alan met us when we arrived, showed us around, and offered suggestions based on our plans for the 2 days in Inverness. The bed was SUPER comfortable. Could not have asked for anything better!!!! Love the location. Just a few minutes from shopping and downtown. Thank you Alan.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fabulous!
The property was accurately described when booking. So far, it is the best accommodation we have stayed at in the UK and we highly recommend it. The host was very helpful and friendly, going above and beyond. We loved seeing the deer outside our bedroom window! The place was spotless and the bed was very big and extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Gem!
Wonderful, spacious annex close enough to town to not be a hassle, but secluded enough to provide peace and calm. Great pub and restaurant just 3 minutes away one direction, Tesco just 5 minutes away in the other direction. Getting to downtown Inverness is just a short jaunt and historical sites are all around you. This is, by far, the best place we have ever stayed, with the most accommodating and sweet hosts. Everything is in tip top shape and well thought out. In-unit washer/drier, fridge, range, sink... the whole shebang! Ample parking, beautiful property, king bed... we could not have asked or dreamt of more. the accommodations really helped us not have to worry about dealing with "everyday life" while on holiday, because Alan and Laura had already thought of it and made it easy. Alan was prompt with communication and met with us right away. He let us in and toured the annex with us. He and Laura have put together a couple visitor guides of places they have been and recommend for visitors including restaurants, pubs, activities and attractions... everything they recommended was top notch and truly made our trip so special. Accommodations are private but we felt more like guests and friends than renters. If Alan saw something neat happening around town that he thought we would be interested in, he would send us a quick message letting us know. This is definitely the place to be!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was a little dubious when booking as the review scores were so consistent. We quickly decided that the previous reviews had been fully justified. Property is absolutely fabulous, as is the standards of hygiene and cleanliness. The hosts clearly pay a lot of attention to details. The welcome was warm, comprehensive and reassuring. We even got an introduction to the resident Roe Doe deer and her two fawns it was amazing to watch the youngsters playing around on the grass being watched by Mum. Really set us up for the day. Wont hesitate to re-book when we next visit Inverness. Thank you Alan and Laura
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accommodation close to Inverness
Alan met us on arrival and as he showed us around, had a great chat which made us feel right at home there. The annex feels totally separate from the owners property, even though attached. Great touches were the chilled bottle of wine, chocolate and cheesy crackers, our favourite food groups. Tesco and Aldi a mile down the road for provisions. There were even 2 suitcase luggage racks in the wardrobe! Don't know why there is only ever 1 for 2 people in most places. The one time we wanted to contact Alan while there, he replied straightaway. Great directions and communication too, before arrival. Would definitely recommend Glasphein Annex. Thanks Alan and Laura for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
First class
Lovely stay most enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfy flat, outstanding hosts!
We enjoyed our stay very much. Our hosts were amazing, greeting us with wine and chocolates. The apt was bet comfortable, the king sized bed was the best on our trip! I highly recommend booking your stay now! If we get to visit the Inverness area again we will definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! Host was very nice and helpful with suggestions on dining and places to see. The location was a quiet countryside, but only 5-10 mins in to Inverness. Great amenities and clean. Bed was comfortable and towels were so soft!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N L., Sag Harbor New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful semi country annex
Immaculate spacious well appointed annex apartment, A more genuine and accommodating couple who serve as hosts could not be found. Expansive lawn leading to a distant water view complete this gem of a rental experience in Inverness.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022