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Gillyflowers: A warm greeting from your hosts, Felix and Louise McGgunnigle awaits you as you arrive at Gillyflowers. In the dining room, relax with tea or coffee whilst reading the many books, leaflets and maps available for you to plan your stay. Internet access is available on request
Some people come because they want to sample the beauty of the Highlands, some to absorb the ancient history, and some to see the reclusive Nessie. But everyone enjoys the hospitality and friendly atmosphere created by Felix and Louise McGgunnigle at Gillyflowers. The house called Gillyflowers was built in the 1700's, around the time that Charles Edward Stewart was stirring up trouble in the Highlands, and it has been lived in continuously ever since. It has, of course, been changed somewhat and we now have glass in the windows and central heating throughout!
Cyclists/Walkers: Somewhere safe to store your bike, somewhere warm to dry your clothes, a deep, hot bath, a comfortable bed and a full breakfast in the morning - what more could you want? Gillyflowers is perfectly located to serve walkers and cyclists on the Great Glen Way, among many more cycling and walking routes around Drumnadrochit and Inverness. Either a stop on your route or a place to stop for a while Gillyflowers - for your comfort, relaxation and enjoyment.
Situation: Gillyflowers is situated in the village of Drumnadrochit, (called "Drum" for short) which is the centre of the Loch Ness monster mystique. It has many visitor attractions, shops and restaurants. Gillyflowers is also close to the ruins of Urquhart Castle which overlooks the loch and is the prime site for sightings of Nessie. Turn left out of Gillyflowers, past the old burial grounds and take the woodland walk. (See map below.) You can walk down to Loch Ness in about ten minutes.
Urquhart Woods
Drum is in a very central location and places like Ullapool,
(for wonderful seafood) Plockton,
(reputed to be be Scotland's most beautiful village), Eilean
Donan Castle, (where the Highlander movies were filmed) and The Isle of
Skye are all within a days drive there and back. Be sure to ask Felix to tell
you about the best routes so that you don't miss anything. He's a great tour
guide! You can also ask Felix about some of the beautiful scenic walking routes
nearby, such as Glen Affric
and Glen Strathfarrar.
They are both less than a thirty minute drive away.
If you're tired of driving and don't want to walk, you can hire a bike in the
village. If horseback riding is your thing, then you can go riding at Borlum
Farm, one of Scotland's best riding centres. There is a superb golf course approx.
10 miles out of the village on the way to Inverness. Bicycles are for hire in
the village and boat trips on the Loch are also available. Loch Ness Fishing
is organised in the village, though, be careful what you catch!
Eating Places: Drum has good restaurants which are within easy walking distance and an excellent real ale pub with excellent food is just 2 minutes walk.
Guest Book: View some extracts from our guest book to what our guests think of their stay at Gillyflowers.
Whatever your interests, you will have a great stay at Gillyflowers.
Every room has colour TV and courtesy trays with tea, coffee and biscuits. En-suite and private double and twin rooms are available. The beds are comfortable, the the food is great and the conversation is always interesting. We pride ourselves on our breakfast which will set you up for a busy day. We also cater for special diets, just let us know what you would like and we will endeavour to provide it.
 Double bedroom |
 Gillyflowers in the winter |
 Twin bedroom |
 Garden |
 View from garden |
 Burns Cottage |
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Gillyflowers has entries in the "Rough
Guide", "Lonely Planet" and the Japanese guide book
"Gio".
Non-smoking for your safety and comfort - and ours!
You can contact Felix or Louise McGunnigle
by Telephone: 01456 450641 FAX: 01456 450641
e-mail - gillyflowers@cali.co.uk
