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2 bedroom accommodation in Altnaharra, near Lairg

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TV, fireplace
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

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Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

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Altnaharra, near Lairg
  • Ben Hope
    17 min drive
  • Dunrobin Castle
    50 min drive
  • Durness Beach
    105 min drive

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About the area

Altnaharra

With a stay at this cottage in Altnaharra, you'll be on a river, and 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Ben Hope and 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Castle Varrich. .This cottage is 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from Cnoc an Fhreiceadain and 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Ferrycroft Visitor Centre.

What's nearby

  • Ben Hope - 17 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Smoo Cave - 47 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Skibo Castle - 48 min drive - 64.6 km
  • Dunrobin Castle - 50 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Durness Beach - 105 min drive - 75.3 km

Getting around

  • Kinbrace Station - 45 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

2 bedroom accommodation in Altnaharra, near Lairg

Old School House is a beautiful, eco property in Altnaharra, with spectacular views across the countryside and beyond. The property is in an immaculate condition throughout with attention to detail in every room.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Cupboard: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Air source heat pump and underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and super fast Wi-Fi included.. Enclosed garden with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. The property has been completely renovated to an exceptional high standard, with a lot of investment and design to make it modern and eco-friendly, with an air source pump underfloor heating system.
Walking through the front door you will be amazed by the bright airy open plan living area with wood burner. The living room has modern sofas and a Smart TV, and the dining area has a modern table and four chairs. The fully equipped modern kitchen has everything you need for cooking a holiday feast, the room has been perfectly thought out so whilst meals are being prepared no one misses out on conversations about the experiences of the day. There is a utility cupboard off the kitchen with a washing machine.
Through the hall there are two spacious bedrooms, bedroom one has a kingsize bed, bedside cabinets lamps, chest of drawers and wardrobe space, and an en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and toilet. Bedroom two also has a kingsize bed, bedside cabinets, lamps, chest of drawers and a modern hanging facility. The main shower room is next to bedroom two with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and toilet. Both shower rooms have designer fitments, luxurious towels, and toiletries.
The property has parking for up to three vehicles with a shed for storing bicycles, fishing rods, etc. There is a seating area to the rear of the property, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding scenery. This tranquil property is located in the Hamlet of Altnaharra, and only a 5 minute walk to the local hotel restaurant and pub.
Altnaharra is situated between the larger villages of Tongue, on the North Coast 500 route, and Lairg to the south where you can access the east and west coasts of Sutherland. You will be based right in the heart of Sutherland, the perfect location to climb the most northerly Munro’s of Ben Hope and Ben Klibreck or the smaller Corbetts of Ben Hee and Ben Loyal, also known as the queen of Scottish mountains. Spectacular views of these mountains and various freshwater lochs are on your doorstep along with wildlife such as red deer, ospreys and golden eagles. You can also view the Atlantic salmon leaping at the falls of Shin near Lairg.
Famous links golf courses such as Dornoch, Tain and Golspie along with the unique 9 hole courses of Bonar Bridge and Durness are all within an hour’s drive away. Durness is also the location of the spectacular Smoo Cave, a large sea and freshwater cave, and nearby is a thrilling zip line experience over one of the most beautiful beaches in the highlands. To the southeast lies Dunrobin Castle with its falconry displays and the whisky distilleries of Glenmorangie and Balblair where you can enjoy a tasting tour. Altnaharra is also a starting point of the Strathnaver Trail, which incorporates remains of settlements from the Highland Clearances, Iron Age brochs and other monuments, the trail finishes in the village of Bettyhill with a museum telling the stories of the people that once lived here.
Free WiFi
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a dishwasher.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 is also known as

su-UKC6673-UKC6673

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