Northern Highlands Coastal Hideaway Cottage

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Northern Highlands Coastal Hideaway Cottage

 

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Northern Highlands Coastal Hideaway
Alness
Dornoch
North Highlands

Romantic Bothy Retreat with Cromarty Firth Views near the NC500

Framing breathtaking views over the Cromarty Firth, surrounding farmland, and the distant mountains of Wester Ross, this charming stone bothy offers a peaceful retreat for two. Tucked away off the beaten track on a working farm near the iconic North Coast 500 (NC500) route, this luxurious couples’ cottage combines rural seclusion with easy access to the Highland capital of Inverness.

Prime Location for Outdoor Lovers & NC500 Explorers

Positioned ideally for walking, forest trails, local heritage, and wildlife watching across the Ross-shire countryside:

  • Monuments & Hiking: Just 10 miles from the famous Fyrish Monument with panoramic hillwalking paths directly overlooking the Firth.

  • Beaches & Dolphins: Within 22 miles of golden sand beaches at Dornoch, Portmahomack, Shandwick, and Fortrose (a renowned spot for Chanonry Point dolphin watching).

  • Day Trips: Only 24 miles to Inverness for dining and shopping, with world-famous Loch Ness just beyond.

  • Artisan Craftsmanship & Modern Luxury

    Handcrafted using stone reclaimed from the original historic farm bothy alongside timber features, the interior blends rustic character with luxury finishes:

  • Open-Plan Living: Soaring high ceilings and vast picture windows frame direct views of Fyrish Hill. Features a cozy wood-burning stove, Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, and patio doors leading out to the terrace.

  • Gourmet Kitchen: Fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, and under-counter fridge and freezer.

  • Super-King Bedroom Suite: Furnished with solid oak furniture, a super-king bed, plush guest robes, luxury toiletries, and a hairdryer.

  • Modern Shower Room: Bright, high-ceilinged shower room with WC.

  • Dedicated Utility & Sports Storage: Purpose-built rear utility facility with washer, dryer, and lockable gear storage for bikes, golf clubs, and fishing tackle.

  • Private Garden, Sun Terraces & Alfresco Dining

  • Expansive Lawned Garden: Opens into natural wildflower patches with rolling farm fields as a backdrop.

  • All-Day Sun Seating & BBQ: Multiple outdoor seating zones allow you to follow the sun throughout the day, complete with a gas BBQ for evening sunsets.

  • Private Driveway: Private parking on the drive for up to two vehicles.

  • At a glance

    • A beautiful and thoughtfully-designed farm bothy with an open-plan layout and wood burner
    •  Located on a working family farm near the famed NC500
    • Soak up views of the countryside and the Cromarty Firth in the distance

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