Experience the beauty of Portmahomack at Harbour Street, a charming sea view cottage with incredible views of the Dornoch Firth and Sutherland mountains. Enjoy a spacious private enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture, as well as amenities like Freeview Smart TV, oil central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack
The location right by the water and the sea is amazing, especially the incredible views from the cottage itself. Harbour Street is a great holiday home in lovely Portmahomack.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Private enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking.. Harbour Street is a lovely sea view cottage in the charming village of Portmahomack. As expected given the name, the cottage is close to the harbour and from the front garden you can see the hustle and bustle of the few remaining fishing boats going about business. The garden is wrap-around and spacious. Laid mostly to lawn, but there’s a lovely sitting out area at the front making most of the sea view. The view from the cottage is sublime. Beyond the harbour you look out across the Dornoch Firth towards the Sutherland mountains in the distance. The bay you look out on is rich in wildlife so keep your eyes peeled when scanning with the binoculars as you have a very good chance of spotting dolphins, porpoises, seals, a wide array of sea birds, and even orca pass by from time to time.
Portmahomack is an old fishing village and a wonderful place to spend a week or two. There’s a good pub a nearby serving food, a local restaurant and a cafe. The sandy beach is a few minutes walk, and if so inclined, there’s a decent short golf course just up the hill on the outskirts of the village. Situated on the Tarbat Peninsula, Portmahomack is an abnormally dry place (one of the driest in Scotland) and enjoys high sunshine hours per year.
Near to the village is the iconic Tarbat Ness Lighthouse which you can walk out to from the village. The coastal path leads along to different villages, most associated with the herring boom of the 18th and 19th centuries like Portmahomack, and some with other histories too. Rockfield is a remarkable, hidden seaside hamlet, and the Seaboard Villages a little further away are fascinating to visit and enjoy.
Tain is fifteen minutes away by car and has supermarkets, shops, bars, cafes and restaurants, as well as the Glenmorangie Distillery and a fantastic links golf course designed by Old Tom Morris. In the summer the Nigg Ferry is worth a trip as the smallest car carry in Britain taking only two cars at a time. It’s not busy and the journey is only ten minutes across to Cromarty and the Black Isle.
At Tain you can join the A9 which is the NC500 touring route. Follow this north, south and west for many day trips, including to Dunrobin Castle, John O’Groats, the Castle of Mey, the northern surfing beaches of Melvich and Strathy, and many more amazing places. One thing is for sure though, after having amazing days exploring this brilliant part of the world, you’ll look forward to returning to comfortable Harbour Street and sit out in the courtyard watching the sun go down over the Sutherland mountains.
Portmahomack is a popular place year-round for holidays and it’s easy to see why. We encourage you to book now and be forever glad that you did so.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
Scottish Letting Licence no HI-20233-F
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the ocean
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number HI-20233-F
About the area
Located in Tain, this cottage is on a river. Tarbat Discovery Centre and Tain Through Time are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tarbat Ness Lighthouse and Hilton Of Cadboll Stone. Visit our Tain travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Portmahomack Harbour, Tarbat Golf Course and Tarbat Discovery Centre. Moray Firth is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
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2 bedroom accommodation in Portmahomack Reviews
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We had a lovely week at Harbour Street Cottage. Absolutely nothing to complain about, I very happily stay at Harbour Street again. The cottage is spotless clean, very well equipped, with comfy seating and beds, proper heating, and Anne and David were great hosts. Walks right from the doorstep, dolphine watching out of the window, a well-sorted shop along the road, a short drive over to Tain for cafes and large supermarkets - all one needs for a week off.
We stayed here for a week and had everything that we needed. The house was perfect for us and so homely and comfortable. The hosts were fab and really helpful. Would recommend staying here and hopeful that we can stay again in the future.
Wonderful stay in a lovely clean cottage with everything you might need for a restful stay. Anne and David were the most helpful people. The weather was superb and the scenery a delight each morning. We will be back
Sue N.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Fraser Marshall
2 May 2025
Amazing setting with superb views over the water.
Amazing setting with superb views over the water. Looking out at that view any time of day is simply stunning.Property is fully equipped with everything you need - plus a few others that we didn't need. Rear garden is enclosed and quiet, though the weather was too cold to sit out and enjoy.
Fraser Marshall
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eleanor Davis
10 Apr 2025
The cleanest cottage I've ever visited.
The cleanest cottage I've ever visited. Beautiful views and lovely walks from the door.The area is quiet, with no vehicle noise. The post office is really handy, stocking everything we needed.We didn't want to go home.
Eleanor Davis
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Iona
7 Sept 2025
Home away from home, fantastic hosts and wonderful house!We will definitely be back.
Home away from home, fantastic hosts and wonderful house!We will definitely be back.
In Portmahomack haben wir den zweiten Teil unseres Urlaubs in Schottland verbracht. Das Ferienhaus ist geschmackvoll und gemütlich eingerichtet. Bis auf eine Spülmaschine ist die Küche sehr gut ausgestattet.
Vor und hinter dem Haus kann man schön sitzen und die Aussicht auf das Meer genießen.
Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich! Vielen Dank noch mal für die leckeren Erdbeeren und die Tasse!