Ashburn House – A Favorite for Families in Fort William

Ashburn House offers 6 rooms, each with a private bathroom, walk-in shower, and free toiletries. Deluxe Double Rooms and a Deluxe Single Room with Sea View provide direct sightlines across Loch Linnhe. Room categories include garden view and loch view options, with outdoor furniture and a seating area in each.

Breakfasts at Ashburn House highlight local Scottish produce, with homemade overnight oats, fresh fruit, and crumpets with homemade jam. The breakfast room overlooks the garden and the loch, offering a scenic start to the day. A continental selection is served each morning, supplemented by a fridge where guests can store their own food.

The house includes a dedicated on-site gallery space that displays works by local artists. Hosts Hayley and Trevor provide detailed local guides and recommendations for walks, dining, and attractions. The owners have been noted for driving guests to the train station for the Jacobite steam train excursion and for drying wet hiking gear.

Ashburn House sits 14 minutes on foot from the West Highland Museum and less than 10 minutes by car from Ben Nevis. Glen Nevis is 2.9 km away, and the Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery is 4.5 km from the property. The house is a 20-minute walk along the loch from the Fort William railway station.

Free private parking is available on-site behind the house, with secure parking for vehicles. A separate lounge area holds guidebooks and a guest fridge for storing food items. The hosts offer support during emergencies and can provide afternoon tea service upon request.

Location: 14-minute walk from West Highland Museum, 10 min from Ben Nevis

Rooms: Deluxe Double Rooms and Single Room with Sea View, loch or garden views

Dining: Continental breakfast with homemade jams and local produce

Art: On-site gallery showcasing works by local Scottish artists

Service: Host-driven station transfers for Jacobite steam train, hiking gear drying