Boath House

Overview

A Georgian mansion near Inverness where writer's cabins hide in walled gardens and Michelin ambitions meet Highland hospitality. Built in 1825, newly reimagined under passionate management blending heritage architecture with contemporary Scottish cuisine.

  • Rooms
  • 14
  • Periods of closure
  • Open year-round
  • Food + Drink
  • Restaurant Moine (Highland fine dining), Garden Cafe, Farm Shop, Bar
  • Vibes
  • Reimagined Highland Heritage

The Highs

  • Writer's cabins tucked in gardens offer intimate sanctuary
  • Georgian bones meet quirky design
  • The Gardens
  • Feels like a friend's country house, not a formal hotel

Stuff You Should Know

Boath House closed briefly in early 2025 and reopened under new management with renewed energy. Restaurant Moine (formerly The Dining Room) is headed by a chef with a solid reputation. The property recently added a farm shop and is developing experiential offerings including whisky tastings (featuring Boath House whisky), distillery tours, and woodland spa treatments around the existing sauna. The 20-acre grounds are great for wandering, with walled gardens, a lake, and hammocks scattered throughout, but you can sometimes hear road noise. Writer's cabins offer more privacy and intimacy than main house rooms.

  • Swimming Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bicycles Available
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family Friendly
  • Pet Friendly
  • Electric Car Charging
  • Beach Access
  • Hiking Trails
  • Accessible
  • Sustainable
  • Adults Only
  • Age Restriction
  • Rewards/Points Programs
  • None

Swank Guide Extras

Swank Guide Extras

Fancy the VIP treatment? Book with us, and we’ll make it happen. Early check-in, late check-out? Sorted. Free breakfast? Of course. F+B voucher? We’ll work on it. Room upgrade? Probably.

It’s all about who you know, and with our FORA partnership, you’re always in the inner circle. We’ll confirm what perks we’ve arranged before you ever pay.

Location

  • Nairn, Scotland, Scottish Highlands (15 minutes from Inverness)

Planes, Trains + TukTuks

Twenty-acre estate off the A96, tucked into residential Nairn yet worlds away from tourist crowds. Walled gardens, woodlands, and Georgian grace in a semi-rural setting.

  • Nearest international airport
  • Inverness Airport (INV)
  • Distance from airport
  • 8 miles/13 km
  • Journey time
  • 15-20 minutes by car

Room

Rate advice Approximate rates by room type and season

  Low Season High Season Shoulder Season
Most basic room $250/night $400/night $325/night
Mid-priced room $350/night $500/night $425/night
Most expensive room
(Writer's Cabin)
$400/night $550/night $475/night

Rates are approximate and for guidance only. To get prices for your trip dates, book with us.

Amenities In our room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Coffee Machine
  • Microwave
  • Mini-Bar
  • Room Service
  • TV
  • Top-Scoring Pillows*

*Top-scoring pillows are pillows we've rated 8 (or higher) out of 10 for comfort.

Food and drink

Food + Drink On-site surprises

Highland Ingredients Meet Michelin Ambitions

Restaurant Moine, led by chef Iain Nicholson, serves a four-course menu highlighting seasonal Highland cuisine—think Scottish asparagus, Fife buffalo, hand-dived Orkney scallops, and early strawberries. The kitchen draws heavily from the estate's walled gardens, making "hyper-local" more than marketing speak. The Garden Cafe offers casual all-day dining perfect for families and locals, while the new farm shop sells estate produce. Previous management earned Michelin recognition; the new team is building toward that legacy while establishing their own identity. Breakfast showcases Scottish eggs and produce with elegant simplicity… no buffet here.

 

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