Northern Cottage

Located in a rural spot along the delightful Moray Firth, this peaceful dwelling is a wonderful spot for a restorative holiday in the Scottish countryside. The area offers a wealth of attractions, from its highly regarded beaches to its two championship golf courses. With two bedrooms, the glorious stone cottage is perfect for a family trip or holiday among friends, with one dog welcome to join in the fun.

Previously an 18th-century stable, this accommodation is brimming with rustic appeal, with its stone exterior and attractive arched windows. Inside, the owners have taken great care to create a cosy atmosphere, with stylish vintage furniture and a warm colour scheme. As you settle in, you’ll notice plenty of reminders you’re in Scotland, from the checked soft furnishings to the carefully chosen artwork.

The ground floor features underfloor heating. In the expansive open-plan lounge and dining area, the grand open fireplace creates a cosy and inviting aura. There’s a TV for unwinding after a day of sightseeing and two floor-to-ceiling windows offering spectacular views over the beautifully landscaped gardens. A full-size sofa bed is available in the lounge if you have any extra guests. The adjacent kitchen is fully equipped, so it’s easy to keep everyone fed and watered during your stay, and there’s a convenient downstairs shower room.

Upstairs, you'll find two spacious super-king-size bedrooms with zip-and-link beds that can be made into two singles on advance request. Each bedroom is charmingly decorated with tasteful decorative additions and has its own en-suite facilities for extra privacy and convenience.

Stepping through the patio doors, your garden is a true sanctuary where you can read and watch the children play. There’s comfortable furniture for relaxing and a BBQ for those fresh-air dinners.

• 2 bedrooms – 2 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as twin beds on request)
• 3 bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, hand-held shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 ground floor shower room with shower and WC
• Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee machine
• Shared utility area in outbuilding, with washing machine, tumble dryer and drying area
• Open Fire (first basket of logs provided) more available to purchase from the owner
• Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor
• TV in lounge and both bedrooms
• Highchair and travel cot available
• Garden areas to the front and rear with patio seating & BBQ
• Ample parking to the front and side of the property for up to 2 cars
• Shops 2 miles, bar & restaurants 0.3 miles
• Sleeps 4 + 2 (full size sofa bed in lounge can sleep 2 guests on request)
• Maximum of 2 dogs allowed
• Minimum rental is 5 nights unless July and August which will be 7 nights
• This property will be decorated for Christmas
• Arrival: 16:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
• 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
• There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

There’s so much to do nearby, whether you're into leisurely strolls, energetic cycles or wildlife spotting – this area has a rich biodiversity of seals, dolphins and bird species.

You’ll be 2.5 miles from Nairn, an ancient fishing port and market town with an enviable position right on the Moray Firth. As well as its wonderful dog-friendly beach, it’s got a museum and plenty of shops and restaurants for you to discover.

The Culbin Forest (6.5 miles) is a unique Special Protection Area (SPA) that stretches 9 miles along the stunning Moray Coast – it’s great for losing yourself in nature and is sure to get the woof of approval from your canine companion.

History enthusiasts can delve into the past at Brodie Castle (4.5 miles) or Cawdor Castle (6.5 miles). Fort George (10.5 miles) is another fascinating site – this large 18th-century fortress houses army barracks, canon batteries, ammunition stores, a chapel, a bakehouse and a brewhouse. What’s more, the views across of the Black Isle are outstanding here.

Keen to taste some more of that yummy Scotch liquor? Take a flavourful tour along the Malt Whisky Trail, which takes in nine big-name and boutique distilleries, the nearest of which is Benromach, 8 miles east.