Guests say
Highland Ranch Lodge is praised for its beautiful park, friendly staff, and on-site restaurant. The presence of animals and a children's play area adds to the charm, and the location is appreciated for its peace and natural surroundings. The lodge offers ample parking and good Wi-Fi, making it a family-friendly choice.
Several reviews mention poor cleanliness, with issues such as mold, dirty utensils, and unclean windows. The presence of insects and dampness was also a concern, particularly for guests with health issues.
The lodge is commended for its peaceful and private setting, with easy access and quiet roads. The natural beauty and wildlife are highlights, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere.
Comfort receives mixed reviews. While some guests found the lodge cosy and relaxing, others were disappointed with outdated furnishings and creaking floorboards, which affected their overall comfort.
Facilities like the on-site restaurant and bar, children's play area, and parking are well-received. However, there are numerous calls for modernisation and maintenance of the lodges, indicating a need for investment.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
One double and two twin. Shower. Central heating. Timber deck with patio furniture.
Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.. Beautiful countryside and fly fishing on a private loch – these are just some of the delights on offer for you at Delny.
The superb lodges enjoy woodland settings just a few minutes’ walk from the shores of Loch Katrina, where rowing boats are available free of charge. Your children will love the play area and the burn that runs through the centre of the park.
There’s a cosy pub which serves meals, bar meals and takeaways. A host of attractions await you in the surrounding area, including NC500 Route ’Scotlands answer to route 66’, Loch Ness, Inverness, dolphin spotting on the Black Isle, special tourist routes, fishing villages and glorious beaches. Weekly fly fishing is available at £15.00 for adults and £12.50 for children.. Beautiful countryside and fly fishing on a private loch – these are just some of the delights on offer for you at Delny.
The superb lodges enjoy woodland settings just a few minutes’ walk from the shores of Loch Katrina, where rowing boats are available free of charge. Your children will love the play area and the burn that runs through the centre of the park.
There’s a cosy pub which serves meals, bar meals and takeaways. A host of attractions await you in the surrounding area, including NC500 Route ’Scotlands answer to route 66’, Loch Ness, Inverness, dolphin spotting on the Black Isle, special tourist routes, fishing villages and glorious beaches. Weekly fly fishing is available at £15.00 for adults and £12.50 for children.. Bar and restaurant
Children’s play area
Cycle hire*
Fishing*
Rowing boats
Launderette*. Bar, restaurant – April-October and over Christmas and New Year (closed Christmas Day)
Fishing – April-October
All other facilities available for all dates. *Charges apply.. Special Delny Highland Lodges offer:- Book your 2019 holiday before Feb 22 2019 and enjoy a 10% discount (offer applies to full weeks only)
- Fortnights: Book two or more consecutive weeks at Delny Highland Lodges and receive £30 off second and additional weeks at any time of year
Accommodation Information
Some of the accommodations have quite a few steps up to them, please call and check with the park before booking if this concerns you.
The park may accept 2 dogs if they are small breeds. Please call and we can check this for you.
Please note that towels are not included in any accommodations, so please remember to bring your own.
All work parties must be booked into an accommodation on the bases of 1 Adult per bedroom.
Check in and Out
Check in is after 4pm (Please note, Reception is not 24/7 so check-in available until 10pm. Arrivals after this time to be arranged – for an extra charge - with Reception directly on 01862-842412)
Check-out is before 10:00 am
Nearby points of interest
- Glenmorangie Distillery
- The Little Theatre
- Fort George
Reviews (14)
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Emily
Beautiful stay here for 4 nights. The lodge had a really cosy feel. Restaurant and bar on site, and a lovely park that the kids loved.
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Confirmed Guest
Overall I have given Delny Highland Lodges 3 stars.The staff were very kind and helpful. The park itself was beautiful, the resident animals a lovely touch. However the accommodation was incredibly disappointing. Its one thing for it to be outdated, this isn't a problem. But the cleanliness of the accommodation was very, very poor. Some of the kitchen utensils were dirty. The windows were filthy, rotten wooden frames and broken seals meant mold and insects were present. The curtains were broken, the blind on one of the bedroom windows was moldy. The bathroom ceiling was covered in black mold spots and squashed flies that hadn't been cleaned. Also, after every shower, the cubicle filled with slugs.The most disgusting point was when I spotted someone's discarded Verruca sock in the tray of the shower. The bathroom was poorly ventilated and the entire accommodation became very damp at night. At night the main bedroom had alot of spider visitors. The window is broken and doesnt close properly so I expect they got in that way. It is a huge shame to say all this but it's important to mention because the park and the onside restaurant is fantastic, and the presence of a launderette is very helpful. But the accommodation is a very important part of the stay and was a massive let down. The presence of so much damp and mold worried me because it is not safe and my son is asthmatic and he was coughing alot by the end of the week. Overall, a beautiful park, lovely owners, but some serious investment needed to the maintenance of the accommodation to make it suitable.We travelled a long way for such disappointment.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely peaceful place lovely little restaurant