Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathrooms180 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate
Fruachan Cottage is located on a private highland estate extending to 27,200 acres set within breath taking scenery along the banks of Loch Shin. The estate is located within the county of Sutherland in the north of Scotland and lies north west of the small, picturesque, rural village of Lairg. Holidaying at Sallachy Estate provides the ideal location to enjoy the beauty and the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands, an ideal holiday destination for all. Fruachan Cottage is Gaelic for heathery knoll and is a 3 bedroom new-build traditional stone property, which retains the character of the estate and has stunning views over Loch Shin. The cottage is warm and cosy and has a secluded peaceful location with no through traffic. It's a truly beautiful spot where deer can be seen regularly grazing around the cottage.
The property is over two floors and sleeps 6 comfortably and has a large sitting room with a double aspect view towards the loch and to the front of the house. There is a log burning stove. There is a modern kitchen/dining room with a large utility and drying room, also, there is a downstairs toilet and cloak room with lockable gun cabinet. The stairway with picture window leads to a bathroom with separate shower, three bedrooms, one with an en-suite. The accommodation is heated by an environmentally-friendly wood burning boiler providing under floor heating throughout.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near the bay
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please take all glass bottles down to glass bottle bank in Lairg. Situated in carpark opposite the loch.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
We would ask that the property is left in a similar state after your stay.
Please ensure to close all gates on the estate and adhere to any signage.
Please do not feed the deer and take care that any pets don't disturb them.
Please collect any dog mess from your pet around the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Lairg, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ravens Rock Gorge and Golspie Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Alladale Wilderness Lodge & Reserve and Ben More. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing. Visit our Lairg travel guide
Is In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate located?
This family-friendly Lairg cottage is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ravens Rock Gorge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ben More and Falls of Shin. Kyle of Sutherland and Ferrycroft Visitor Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate Reviews
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We spent a wonderful week at Fruachan Cottage. We often went hiking for a very long time and were very happy to come back to the cosy cottage in the evening. Pure relaxation and deceleration! The communication with Fiona was very good.
we loved this cottage and the facilities fore guests to use. The views are stunning with changing weather conditions., and daily visits from the dear were fabulous. my granddaughters loved that part and played monopoly & hide and seek in the cottage daily. Dornoch Beach is a must visit, as it is stunning and the rock pools were explored thoroughly.
I would love to be here for the winter with a roaring fire and provisions and a few good books, not moving to go anywhere.
Lairg does not have much to offer as far as eating out is concerned, although not needed when you have the facilities all here in this cottage.
Die Lage dieses Ferienhauses ist einfach nur wunderschön. Die Rehe kamen zum Frühstück vorbei. Das Haus war super eingerichtet und alles lief problemlos ab.
Ein wunderbares Cottage, bestens ausgestattet in herrlich ruhiger Lage mit Blick auf das Loch Shi. Lairg mit Supermarkt ist wenige Meilen entfernt. Ein toller Ausgangspunkt für die Erkundung rund um NC500 und ein fabelhafter Service!
If you want to get away from it all and be in nature this is the place! The house was just perfect! Everything you could possibly need was there. The owners were super helpful and so lovely. I would highly recommend booking if you want to be close to nature and be away from it all.
We loved every minute of our stay in Fruachan Cottage- our short break was too short but idyllic in every way! The cottage itself is ideal and had everything we needed; the location is totally out of this world, so quiet with outstanding views. Being in the deer park was magical with the deer around us and overlooking Loch Shin - you can’t get much better than this! We travelled with 2 small dogs who loved being there! Two words- go there!
Well equipped cottage with stunning views. Seeing the deer up close was mesmerising for our child. House is spacious and Lairg only a short drive away. Would love to return.
Catherine I.
Archival
8/10 Good
Fiona C.
2 Sept 2016
Perfect cottage getaway
This cottage was well outfitted and comfortable for 5 adults. It sits on a beautiful property where deer walk right up to the house, grazing on the clovers. I would recommend this property for a country getaway.