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Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom70 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day

Short Term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-20404-F


Osprey Cottage is well situated for access to the NC500 (North Coast 500 Route) whether you are travelling by Car or Bike.
The location of Osprey Cottage allows you to do sections of the route on different days to fully take in the scenery.

Rentals at "Osprey Cottage" are for a minimum of 3 nights.


'Osprey Cottage' is situated by the shores of the Cromarty Firth adjacent to the B817 between Saltburn and Barbaraville. This spacious detached property, adjacent to owners' home, has been renovated and furnished to a high standard.
The property is just a few meters from the shoreline. It makes it the ideal place for bird watching. The owners also have a small bird 'hide' available for guests to use with beach access. The many tourist attractions in the area are all within a short drive. Beaches, distilleries, golf courses, castles and RSPB reserves.

The accommodation comprises an entrance hall with slate floor, a well equipped kitchen / dining room with beamed ceiling and slate / oak flooring. Spacious living room, partly open plan with beamed ceiling and oak flooring with an outlook over the Cromarty firth. Double bedroom with 5' bed, beamed ceiling and oak flooring. Shower room with toilet, hand basin, walk in shower and oak flooring.


Nature and bird watching:
The local area is rich in both bird and animal life, the Cromarty Firth is a haven for migrating wildfowl and waders in the spring and autumn. The firth also plays host to bottle-nose dolphins and various dolphin watching trips set sail from Cromarty and Inverness. They can also be viewed from Chanonry Point on the Black Isle.

From April to September Ospreys fish along the foreshore of Nigg Bay adjacent to the cottage. The owners also have a small bird hide at the bottom of their garden that you are free to use when you are staying at the cottage.

The RSPB also have bird hides located at Nigg and Udale bays.

Property manager

Allan or Shona Macdonald

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 99661/1207241 Osprey Cottage FS-Case-550510392-

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Invergordon, SCT

What's nearby

  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 13 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 25 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Inverness Castle - 40 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Chanonry Point Lighthouse - 41 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Fort George - 54 min drive - 73.5 km

Getting around

  • Invergordon Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dalmore Farm Shop & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shandwick Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harry Gow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪3G's Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Horse - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dalmore Distillery, Alness Golf Club, and Tain Through Time. Browns Gallery and Tain Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

It is a wonderful location for touring and sightseeing. It is a very comfortable cottage with all the amenities. We had a very relaxed stay for eight days.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

3 nights stay at this cottage- it’s beautiful. Spotlessly clean, well equipped , very comfortable, would highly recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Everything that was needed no wifi but better that way sometimes will deffo stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The cottage is fully equipped with everything you might need. Very tastefully decorated! Gorgeous setting and views. We were there to to unwind and relax and achieved our goal. Thanks to our hosts for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

We had a relaxing stay at Osprey Cottage just what we needed. The cottage was very well equiped with everything you need and has a small garden which has a table and chairs ideal for sitting out with your tea/ coffee in the morning listening to all the different birds that visit the bird table. Unfortunately there isn't wifi at the cottage but we had read this in previous reviews and brought our portable mini router so it was not a problem for us. The owners Allan & Shona live close bye and are on hand if you need them. Osprey Cottage is a little gem of a cottage and would definitely recomend a stay there. Evelyn & Bob 25/06/23
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

La llegada a la propiedad fue fácil y expedita. Y cuando nos encontramos con la casa, quedamos maravillados. Nos recibieron un Living amplio y una hermosa vista. Leimos antes que habían aprenciones con el ruido por la noche, pero a nosotros al menos no tuvimos problemas. Es un lugar perfecto para salir a conocer o quedarse a descansar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Die Besitzer wohnen nebenan im Old Mill House, sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit, wenn man denn eine Frage hat oder etwas braucht. Auf jeden Fall sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10

This cottage had everything we needed and more. Well equipped, clean and comfortable with a lovely view. Five stars all round!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Osprey Cottage was very comfortable with lots of space and a very well appointed kitchen. There was a great view of the firth and lots of birds in the garden. There weren’t too many places to eat dinner nearby but the kitchen was great to cook your own dinner. The only downside was no wifi.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

very relaxing, lovely cottage, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Clean, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

This beautiful cottage is more than expected with high carefully designed and built by a master builder, beautifully decorated. It feels like a 5 star cottage in a remote location. So quiet comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Osprey cottage is a very comfortable well equipped cottage. Owners are very helpful Right on the coast with access to the beach Interesting view of the Black isle and the oil rigs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Beautiful cottage with a lovely garden looking out across the Cromarty Firth. An excellent base to explore the local area Can’t wait to return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Very easy to do
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

The location, accommodations, and people were lovely. I can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Very comfortable - good location for exploring the area - property well equipped! No WFI but didn’t bother us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10

Beautiful cottage handy for visiting lots of places of interest
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

Great property in a good location. I stayed for 3 nights as a base for trips out on a motorbike...perfect for this with good private parking and a great base to get to all of the best road and places. Very roomy and well equipped to come back to after a long day, shops locally for food and drink and excellent hosts who couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

Excellent

8/10

We very much enjoyed our stay at Allan and Shona's place. It has been converted to a very high standard, is spacious, and is very well kitted out. It has some pleasant views of the Cromarty Firth from the small garden (where our clothes dried very quickly on the washing line). It's a good base to explore the area. The bird hide was a nice extra feature. Our hosts were friendly and the welcome 'goodies' were much appreciated. We didn't find the noise from the road obtrusive but I think it would help if the speed limit for Barbaraville was extended to include the hamlet of Pollo where the property is situated. Unfortunately there is no proper wi-fi at the property. We were surprised to discover this when we arrived and we probably would not have booked the place had we known this was the case. To be clear, the listing is accurate but we more or less assume wi-fi these days, and it is becoming pretty much a requirement in these Covid times with many attractions insisting on online pre-booking. The owners did explain how to connect to the wi-fi in their house next door from close to the the window and doors but it really did not work reliably from inside the cottage. Extending the wi fi is definitely something the owners should sort out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Very good stay cottage was central for visiting the area found good walks and places to visit, Alan was very good with information about local things to do and very helpful with anything we needed, would stay again

10/10

Fantastic home in lovely setting
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

We loved our stay at the cottage everything from our first impressions and the welcome pack to the really well laid out and tastefully decorated cottage was perfect. Had lovely chilled out time . Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021