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Ben Nevis Basecamp

Welcome to Ben Nevis Basecamp

Where rugged
Highland landscapes
meet rustic luxury

Three solar-powered cabins on a family Highland farm, at the foot of Scotland's highest mountain.

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Location

Torlundy, Fort William

Cabins

Three unique structures

Powered by

Solar energy

Reviews

★★★★★  5.0 on Airbnb

BNB Intro Section

Ben Nevis Basecamp · Torlundy, Fort William

Rest.
Reset.
Restore.

Set on our peaceful family-run Highland farm, our three beautifully crafted solar-powered cabins offer a truly unique stay in the foothills of Scotland’s highest mountain.   

Awaken each morning to breath-taking views of the dramatic North Face of Ben Nevis, with nothing but open skies, fresh mountain air, and the sounds of nature all around you.

With the Nevis Range and majestic Ben Nevis at your doorstep and the coast within easy reach, Ben Nevis Basecamp is the perfect starting point for your all adventures. After a fun packed day out, there’s nowhere better to unwind, slow down, reconnect and get back to basics in the evening. 

If it’s a restorative rural retreat you’re after Ben Nevis Basecamp has all you need. You can walk barefoot in the wildflower meadow, wander to the river for a wild swim or lie back in your hammock and watch the small herd of horses and sheep graze in the field. Alternatively switch off, drink tea and watch the weather go by from the comfort of your unique room with a view.

The simple Scandinavian inspired interior, with soft colours and natural furnishings are designed to invoke a sense of space, peace and serenity. The huge glass front window invites the outside in, filling the space with wall to wall mountain views. Each cabin has an assortment of board games, a specially curated selection of books, paints and yoga mats. 

As dusk falls you can watch the mighty Ben Nevis slowly fade into the darkness from the deck or window seat, then enjoy a wood-fired hot tub bath under the stars. Freshen up under the rainfall shower whilst you enjoy the feeling of hand-selected smooth river stone under foot. Then climb into crisp cotton sheets, sink into the comfiest mattress and fall asleep to the sound of the river in your luxurious handcrafted bed made from gathered windfall wood.   


01
Sleep

Crisp cotton linen, the comfiest mattress, and the sound of the river. Wake to Ben Nevis filling your window.

02
Soak

A private wood-fired outdoor bath under the stars. Take your time. The mountain isn't going anywhere.

03
Explore

Ben Nevis, Nevis Range, wild swimming, forest trails and the coast - all within easy reach of the farm.

BNB Intro Section

"Glamping, refined - rooted in place, powered by the sun, and shaped by a view that is out of this world."

Ben Nevis Basecamp · Fort William · Scotland

What makes us different

Solar powered

Low-carbon stays that feel relaxed and indulgent

Family run farm

Horses, sheep and wildflower meadows on the doorstep

Wood-fired outdoor bath

Private hot tub experience under open Highland skies

River location

Tucked in a meadow cradled by a bend in the river

Ben Nevis views

The dramatic North Face fills your window from the bed

Handcrafted interiors

Windfall wood beds, smooth river stone, natural linen


Spring

Mar–May · Lambs in the field, wildflowers, long light evenings

Summer

Jun–Aug · Wild swimming, hiking, midges - bring the spray

Autumn

Sep–Nov · Dramatic skies, golden hills, peaceful and quiet

Everything provided

What's
included

Everything you need for a perfect Highland escape - from the moment you arrive to the moment you reluctantly leave.

Al fresco kitchen booth

Individual private outdoor kitchen

Super comfy bed

Crisp cotton linen included

Wood-fired outdoor bath

Private hot tub experience

Outdoor rainfall shower

Private open-air shower

Games & books

For cosy evenings in

Charging point

USB-A & USB-C

Logs & fire kit

Kindling & fire lighters

Deck & deck chairs

Private outdoor space

Hammock

Relax among the trees

Throws & sheepskin rugs

Cosy evenings covered

Eco toiletries

By Highland Soap Co.

Towels & bathrobes

Fluffy robes provided

Wi-Fi

Internet throughout

Bluetooth speaker

Set the atmosphere

Communal facilities

Flushing toilets & hot showers

Solar power

Sustainably powered

BBQ

Al fresco dining ready

Binoculars

Wildlife spotting essentials

Before you arrive

Worth
packing

A few extras that'll make your Highland stay even more comfortable — especially in the warmer months.

01

Torch

Dark Highland nights away from city lights - a torch makes moving around the site much easier.

02

Midge spray & head net

Essential from May to September. The midges are part of the Highland experience - go prepared.

03

Wellies or Crocs

Perfect for wandering the farm, crossing the meadow or heading to the river.

Everything else you need is already waiting for you at the cabin.

Our commitment to the land

Nature
Restoration

We believe in not just protecting the natural environment - but actively enhancing and enriching it.

Ben Nevis Basecamp combines low impact, sustainable stays with simple rustic luxury immersed in nature. Over the past few years we have been slowly inviting more wildness back to our 500 acre Highland farm.

We collect native seed, grow saplings, and have planted over 6,000 native trees - each one a small act of restoration in a landscape that rewards patience and care.

Our continued nature restoration work includes building an osprey nesting platform, planting hedgerows to boost nature connectivity, and constructing 17 seed islands to expand riparian woodland.

We have introduced more diverse and lesser-found tree species across the farm, and created a dedicated wetland habitat to help boost biodiversity. The farm is slowly returning to its wilder self.


500

Acres

Of Highland farm being rewilded and restored

6,000+

Native trees planted

Grown from collected native seed and saplings

17

Seed islands

Expanding riparian woodland along the river

What we've done

Osprey nesting platform

Built to encourage rare ospreys back to the glen

Hedgerow planting

Boosting nature connectivity across the farm

17 seed islands

Expanding riparian woodland along the riverbank

Wetland creation

New habitat built to boost farm biodiversity

Native seed collection

Gathering and growing local species on site

Solar powered cabins

Low-carbon stays with high-comfort touches

Species introduced

Rarer tree species we're bringing back to the Highland landscape

Aspen

Blackthorn

Juniper

Dog rose

Willow

In their own words

What guests
say

★★★★★

5.0 · All reviews via Airbnb

★★★★★

"Wow this is an absolute little piece of paradise. Spotless, private and close to the start of many a great hillwalk. Waking up to the view of Ben Nevis was breathtaking. Julie has thought of everything — so many personal touches which make the stay that much more special."


T

Thalia

June 2026 · Airbnb

★★★★★

"One of my favourite Airbnbs. The view, the attention to detail — games, painting equipment, cosy blankets — made this place spectacular. The wood burning hot tub was the most amazing afternoon activity. I can't recommend this place enough."


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Amy

June 2026 · Airbnb

★★★★★

"Beautifully designed, very cosy, and exceptionally clean. Surrounded by an indescribably stunning landscape, it was the perfect place to relax and fully enjoy the stay."


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Filip

May 2026 · Airbnb

★★★★★

"The most magical stay. Julie went above and beyond — offering her time very generously when we needed help with the hot tub. The view was incredible and the outdoor hot bath was divine after our Ben Nevis hike."


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Lily

May 2026 · Airbnb

★★★★★

"The view of Ben Nevis felt otherworldly. Walks, wild swimming and a relax in the wood fired bath — a spectacular spot where Julie has clearly thought of everything. One of the comfiest beds I've slept in."


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Georgina

May 2026 · Airbnb

★★★★★

"Cosy and luxurious but you still feel like you're in the great outdoors. The tub was amazing after a big walk. One of the best places we've ever stayed — we'd love to come back."


D

Daisy

June 2026 · Airbnb

Reserve your escape

Book your
stay

Choose your dates and cabin below. Solar-powered luxury at the foot of Ben Nevis - from March to November.


Season

March - November

Cabins

Three unique solar-powered structures

Sleeps

2 per cabin

Check in

From 3pm · Check out by 10am

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Get in touch

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stay

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Address

The Red Barn, Torlundy
Fort William, PH33 6SP

Season

Open March - November