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Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

Map
Bettyhill, SCT
  • Popular LocationStrathnaver Museum18 min walk
  • Popular LocationFarr Beach13 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorrisdale Beach31 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.

Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500

Kips Cottage is a rustic former bothy, with very few mod cons, other than amazing views and copious hot water. If you love going back in time and feeling like you are living on the edge of the world, it will be perfect for you. If you are looking for something even vaguely modern, Kips Cottage may not suit.

The cottage is situated in a stunning location just off the North Coast 500 in Sutherland. The cottage looks over the North Atlantic and is surrounded by hillside with fantastic views of the changing coastal scenery.

There is a spacious living area with 2 large sofas, a pine dining table and a wood-burning stove at one end. A charming double bedroom is accessed from the other end of the living space. Also on the ground floor is a basic kitchen, slightly like being on a boat, with a kitchen table and French doors out onto the decked area outside. The kitchen has an electric oven and a butler’s sink. Situated off the kitchen is a charmingly ramshackle bathroom with bath and basin and lavatory.

There is plenty of parking and a garden to explore.

Let Saturday to Saturday June, July & August. Other changeover days OK in other months. Thanks.

Property manager

Robyn Hughes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 FS-Case-547890482

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unique Rustic Amazing Views Wild Places. Family pet Friendly

About the area

Thurso

Located in Thurso, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Strathnaver Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sgeir Bhagain and Aigeach. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Strathnaver Museum - 18 min walk
  • Farr Beach - 13 min drive
  • Strathy Bay - 24 min drive
  • Torrisdale Beach - 31 min drive
  • Durness Beach - 101 min drive

Getting around

  • Forsinard Station - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cafe at Bettyhill - 7 min drive
  • The Store Cafe - 9 min drive
  • Eilean Neave Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Coast Coffee - 5 min drive
  • Cote Du Nord - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy rustic bothy with amazing views near Bettyhill and NC500 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sgeir Bhagain, Aigeach and Sgeir an Eilean. Strathnaver Museum and Swordly Loch are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S., Seattle Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a lovely time
Peaceful, quiet. no cars, airplanes. Just the birds, sheep, sound of the wind, and the surf of the Ocean. I went for hikes and slept fantastically each night. This is a place to relax and get away from the crowds. Enjoyed every minute of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cosy.
This is a very cosy cottage with everything you need to enjoy your stay. Views and beaches are amazing,plenty of places to walk your dog. Villagers are very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend a stay here. Bettyhill beach is one of the most beautiful I have ever seen with clear water.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kips Cottage.
A property with age and character and with views of Scotlands rugged coastline and mountainous interior. Superb. The cottage was a welcome sight after a excellent day out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katina T., Nottinghamshire

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven on earth
As always the cottage was like coming home. Thr location is stunning, so peaceful. The cottage is quirky ..so if your expecting glamour, then this cottage is not for you. We will definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Rustic delight !
This property has everything you need for a quiet break away from it all - the surrounding area is stunning scenery dramatic rocks , beautiful beaches . ideal place to bring your dog and just walk , eat well and read a book . If you are looking for pubs and a social thing it’s not the place to go !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Carol R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely location, but.....
Fantastic location, could be a little gem however cleanliness was an issue. Major cobweb problem, 3 piece suite needs replaced, arms on chairs ripped with stuffing falling out, throws on the suite need cleaned. Mouldy curtains in bathroom. We were expecting basic but also expected place to be clean. Bed and bedding were clean and comfortable. Only stayed 3 nights out of 7 due cleanliness of the place. Tried to contact the number given in case of problems a couple of times but no answer or answering machine. It's a shame it could be a brilliant holiday let with some TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kips cottage
A stay in a great location
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tim P.

We got away from the modern world!
We wanted to escape - escape we did. All the other comments/reviews about the cleanliness of the cottage were fair but we just rode with it. We didn't care. THAT view is incredible. Even though we went in August, we still had the fire burning (coal & kindling from Bettyhill Stores) and loved every second of it. The draining board thing really has to go, though...It was also a great base to explore the north coast (which is why we chose it) and we saw John O'Groats, the Orkneys and Cape Wrath all in the same week. Kirtomy beach? We had it to ourselves for the first Sunday - luxury!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Willow A.

Rustic getaway
This was a great little cottage to escape to. There were a lot of cobwebs and bugs in the windowsills. It was very charming though and yes lots of hot water. The view of f the ocean and the sound was amazing. There’s a great outdoor patio for coffee in the morning or dinner at night. Very charming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely position. Plenty of hot water. 3piece suite in very poor condition, inadequately covered by blankets. Lot of dog hairs on rug in lounge. Fireplace in bedroom very dusty. Wooden draining board unhygienic, we covered with a glass chopping board. Bath taps held in place by bits of wood. Loved having cuckoo singing at the front of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022