Our Story
Welcome to Ancarraig
Celebrating more than 50 years of hospitality and guardianship of this special place and those who visit.
Est. 1973
How This Place Came to Be
Ancarraig sits on 12 acres of birch and pine woodland above Loch Ness. The site was created and lodges built in 1973, the vision of a lovely Dutch man named Tony who would drive his guests on local safaris in his Land Rover.
Back then, there were no trees on the site at all! Ancarraig has since become an institution of rustic, charming, cosy Highland hospitality and continues to welcome guests from all over the world.
We even accidentally kept the Land Rover link connection alive through sister company WildTrax, who offer self-drive Land Rover hire to explore the rugged Highlands in!
Our Values
What Matters to Us
These are the things we care about the most - how we run the place, how we treat guests, how we look after the land.
Sustainability
The natural beauty here is what makes Ancarraig worth visiting. We use renewable energy and sustainably practices wherever we can, and try to tread lightly.
Highland Hospitality
Scottish warmth, Nordic simplicity. Hospitality that feels genuine, not scripted.
Excellence
We care about the details. Good furnishings, proper maintenance, cleanliness you can count on.
Family Values
Ancarraig has always been a family run affair - husband & wife teams have looked after this place since inception. We know most of our guests by name, and many come back year after year.
Home Away from Home
The lodges are designed to feel like homes, not hotel rooms. Somewhere you can actually relax with home comforts and amenites.
Attention to Detail
Welcome hampers, local recommendations, questions answered quickly. The small things that make a difference.
Meet the Team
The Humans Behind Ancarraig
From the grounds crew to guest services, we're a small team who've mostly been here for years. We know the property and the area well.
James & Rosanna Munday
Owners
James is business brained and always striving to develop and improve. Rose is the curator of the guest experience and strives to roll out the highest standards of customer service.
Will Rutherford
Operations & Guest Relations Manager
The boots on the ground, ensuring Ancarraig delivers the best guest experiences day after day. Focuses on efficiency, operational excellence and keeping the place running well.
Chris Cleland
Maintenence and Grounds
Cares deeply about preserving what's here for the long term and makes sure the cabins and their surroundings are tip top. Always improving and innovating!
Recognition
Awards & Accolades
It's nice to be recognized for the work we put in - sustainability, hospitality, keeping standards high and we’d like to thank our guests for their support!
Booking.com Traveller Review Awards
10 years running!
Best of the Best
TripAdvisor
Best Accommodation
Scotland’s Business Awards - Inverness
Best Country Retreat Accommodation - Scottish Highlands
LuxLife Magazine
TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Winner
5 Years Running. This means we are in the top 10% of hotels worldwide!
Most Tranquil Self-Catering Accommodation - Scottish Highlands
LuxLife Magazine
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