Highly rated by guests who stayed at Drumbuie Farm B&B
Feeding Highland Cows
Tea Room
Heated Bathroom Floors
Personalized Breakfast Choices
"The attraction is definitely the coos and it definitely delivers on that."
Jeffrey from United States
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"Getting to sit and look at the coos coming up the hill was a delight."
Anonymous from United States
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"Meeting the Highland cows that stay on the property was a wonderful experience."
Carolyn from Australia
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"We LOVED meeting the highland cows after breakfast!"
Sake from United States
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"The high tea was one of my all time favourites - sandwiches, beautiful hairy coo themed cakes, lovely staff."
AussieCandJW from Australia
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4-star working farm B&B with Loch Ness views and Highland cow encounters
Farm & Animal Experiences
Drumbuie Farm B&B operates as a working farm where guests can interact with Highland cows through the 'Coo Meet and Greet' experience. The farm offers a £5 per person feeding session that includes carrots and brown bread, with unlimited refills available. Guests staying overnight receive private access to the cows after daytime visitors have left.
Dining & Tea Room
The on-site Quila Cridhe Tearoom serves a mini afternoon tea at £12 per person, including sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and homemade jam, and a cow-shaped shortbread. Breakfast offers a choice between a full Scottish breakfast and French toast with fresh fruit, both cooked to order. Homemade treats such as cakes and scones are available from 10am, with hot food service starting at noon.
Accommodations & Amenities
The B&B provides three room configurations including Deluxe Double Rooms and Classic Triple Rooms, each with a private bathroom and flat-screen TV. Amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, free private parking, and a cozy lounge area with a real log fire. A packed lunch service is available for guests exploring the area, and the property is pet-friendly.
Location & Activities
Drumbuie Farm B&B sits in Drumnadrochit with direct access to walking trails on the Great Glen Way. Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness is a short drive from the property. Inverness is 21 km away and Aviemore is 42 km away.
Guest Services & Host Interaction
The farm is run by a family who offer personalized interaction with guests, answering questions about farming and the Highland cows. Check-in and parking instructions are provided in advance, and breakfast time is arranged at check-in. The property operates on a reservation-only basis for the tearoom, and walk-in guests are not guaranteed a table.
Highlights
Animal Encounters: Hands-on Highland cow feeding and petting
Dining: Homemade afternoon tea with Scottish scones and clotted cream
Location: Direct access to Great Glen Way walking trails
Breakfast: Full Scottish breakfast or French toast cooked to order
Rooms: Deluxe Double and Classic Triple rooms with private bathrooms