About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Frances' Sketch Pad with Hot Tub in Fort William offers a one-bedroom apartment with a living room. The property features a terrace, garden, and open-air bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the apartment. Modern Amenities: Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and private check-in and check-out services. Additional facilities include a hot tub, outdoor seating area, picnic area, and family rooms. Scenic Views: The apartment provides views of Glen Nevis (14 km), Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery (11 km), and Loch Linnhe (31 km). Activities such as skiing, hiking, and cycling are nearby. Oban Airport is 74 km away. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its hot tub, convenient location, and scenic views, the property ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property & location are stunning . But even more impressive was the attention to detail & warm hospitality of Edith . A really memorable stay and experience. We Loved it ❤️ Thank you Edith . Eddie & Emma
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The lodge has everything you would need. Amazing views with a great hot tub and the lodge was spotless. Will definitely return
  • Yuanyuan
    China China
    We enjoyed our stay tremendously. The host and her family were extremely helpful **in ensuring** we had a pleasant stay. The location was a bit far from the main road, but it was definitely worth the trip because the view was unbelievable!!
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The perfect stay in the most memorable location. Stunning views of Ben Nevis and woodland, felt private and secluded with the convenience of Fort William a short drive away. Thank you to the team for making our trip such a special one!
  • Angus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Overall an amazing experience and location. We were lucky to have 4 days of hot sunshine whilst there and with that comes my only criticism. We were unable to turn the heating up or down and so at points, especially at night, we were cooking....
  • Mikus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was meticulously thought out. Everything we needed was there. The estate itself is a work of art and a testament to the owners expertise is creating a very unique experience for their guests.
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A really special place, had everything you could possibly need including a warm welcome
  • Kim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a beautiful location and lodge! It was equipped with everything you needed, and was the perfect place to relax and unwind after a challenging hike up Ben Nevis. France, the host, was so welcoming. We would 100% recommend!
  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The view was phenomenal, it was soo peaceful and relaxed. The drive was long but the views made it worth it! Everything was clean, cosy, accessible, hot tub was clean, no complaints at all!
  • Liam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Surrounding views and drive up to the lodge were amazing. Only a 10 minute drive from Fort William so still local for restaurants and shops. Staff were lovely as well. Edith met us as we drove in and went through everything in the lodge for us...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Edith & Jean-Pierre Mainardi

9.7
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Edith & Jean-Pierre Mainardi
A warm and cosy lodge with spectacular views on Ben Nevis, Aonach Mor, the Grey Corries and much more. The lodge is nestled away in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, located in Glenloy just 6 miles outside of Fort William at the foot of Beinn Bhan corbett. The lodge is on an Private Estate in the quiet serenity of a Glen full of history and wildlife - perfect for solo travellers, couples, and small families. Whether you want to practice yoga, paint, or simply do nothing, this is the spot.
We are a retired couple living in the highlands. Jean-Pierre is the fifth generation of a great hotelier family and has spent 42 years with Hilton worldwide as a general manager. We both love to travel and enjoy good wine with some top class food. I have been running Inverskilavulin Lodges for 10 years, and hope to welcome you to the Glen soon! There is always a caretaker on the estate for any questions or concerns. The owner and or caretaker will welcome you to your lodge once you are settled although we do have self check-in for those who would not like to be disturbed. Food and beverage packages can be requested. Please enquire for more information. The estate and nearby areas also offer a variety of activities including fishing, stalking, cycling, horse riding, white water rafting, hiking, and much much more. Please enquire for more information.
Glenloy is a quiet Glen full of history, wildlife, and serenity. The nearest town is Fort William, which is only 6 miles away and has a range of supermarkets including Marks and Spencers, Lidl, Morrisons and more. We are only a 10 minutes drive from Ben Nevis; 25 minutes from Glenfinnan; 45 minutes from Skye, Glencoe, and many more Scottish highland destinations. It is best to have a car in the Highlands so you can stop and stare at the incredible scenery at your own leisure. However, there are also good taxi services, as well as trains, and buses to get around. The lodge is only 6 miles from the taxi stands, buses, and trains.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Frances' Sketch Pad with Hot Tub takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £255.71 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Frances' Sketch Pad with Hot Tub in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £255.71 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: HI-40822-F