Eilean A Cheo Guest House
Located on the shores of Loch Long in the Scottish Highlands, Eilean A Cheo Guest House offers a intimate setting where logistics matter, the remote location means fewer day-trippers and built-in privacy for your celebration.
Eilean A Cheo Guest House is a hotel destination wedding venue in Dornie, United Kingdom, hosting 15 to 40 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Inverness Airport (INV), 90 minutes. Best months: March, May, July, September.
About Eilean A Cheo Guest House
Located on the shores of Loch Long in the Scottish Highlands, Eilean A Cheo Guest House offers a intimate setting where logistics matter, the remote location means fewer day-trippers and built-in privacy for your celebration.
This 4.9-rated property provides on-site accommodation for up to 40 guests, eliminating the need to coordinate multiple hotels.
The venue's loch-front position and direct access to the water create natural backdrops without requiring extensive decoration.
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We had a wonderful stay. The location is great. The rooms are very nice - you can feel the love behind the decor - and the small details here and there. For instance the old fashioned flusher - or “historic” toilet paper holder.
Dan Mark · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- INV, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 4.9 Google rating with consistent guest feedback on Highland hospitality
- Sleeps up to 40 guests on-site, reducing logistics and guest travel
- Private loch-front location on Loch Long near Dornie village
- Full catering facilities available; flexible menu options for dietary requirements
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 16:00Guest arrival; check-in and welcome reception
- 19:00Informal dinner and socializing
- 11:00Ceremony on grounds or loch-side
- 13:00Aperitif and photographs
- 14:30Reception dinner indoors
- 22:00Evening entertainment and dancing
- 09:00Breakfast; guest departures begin
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- INV · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Inverness Airport.
- Typical total
- £4,500–8,000Aisle estimate
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£4,500–8,000 for 30 guests (2-night stay, catering, basic arrangements)
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with accommodation package
- Reception
- £40–60 a headAisle estimate
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£40–60 (catering; beverage packages separate)
- Room rate
- £90–140 a nightAisle estimate
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£90–140 per room (2–4 person occupancy)
- Weather window
- March
The months the weather is kindest, with May, July and September mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 01599 555485
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season and group size. Direct contact via scothighland.com essential for custom quotes.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The property's grounds accommodate outdoor ceremonies with loch views, and indoor reception facilities are available. Weather contingencies should be planned for the Scottish Highlands.
What's included in accommodation?+
Guest rooms include en-suite bathrooms and breakfast. The property operates as a guest house, so all attendees stay under one roof, simplifying logistics.
What's the guest capacity?+
Maximum 40 guests accommodated on-site. The venue can host larger day-guest receptions with outside catering arrangements.
Is this accessible by car?+
Yes, via the A87 toward Dornie. The property is drivable from Inverness (approximately 90 minutes) but remote, a sat-nav is essential.
What activities can guests enjoy?+
The loch setting offers fishing, walking trails, and views toward the Five Sisters mountain range. Nearby attractions include Eilean Donan Castle (10 minutes by car).
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.