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THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.

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Beach nearby
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Durness, SCT
  • Balkaniel Beach
    4 min walk
  • Balnakiel Craft Village
    8 min walk
  • Balnakeil Bistro
    10 min walk
  • Cocoa Mountain
    10 min walk

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About the area

Balnakeil

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Balkaniel Beach and Balnakiel Craft Village. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a fireplace, a living room and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Balnakeil holiday home include John Lennon Memorial Garden and Durness Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Balnakiel Craft Village - 8 min walk
  • John Lennon Memorial Garden - 2 min drive
  • Smoo Cave - 4 min drive
  • Durness Beach - 9 min drive
  • Sandwood Bay Beach - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cocoa Mountain - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Durness Food Spot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sango Sands Oasis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Heather Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Seafood Platter - ‬3 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.

THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.

The Balnakeil Cattleman's Bothy is a traditional Highland house in the centre of the Balnakeil Farm steading. Be amidst all the action while still being able to walk 5 minutes in any direction and find complete tranquillity. Balnakeil really is the perfect location for a quiet getaway - with impressive hills on one side and the white sands of Balnakeil Bay on the other, you can do as much or as little as you want, and even if you don't fancy a dip in the North Atlantic, you can still admire the breath-taking sea view from the kitchen window.

Having been a home to many shepherds and cattlemen in the past, the Cattleman's Bothy has now been fully refurbished to provide a unique and luxurious experience. Decorated fully with solid wood furnishings and Anta tweeds and plaids, the Bothy boasts a contemporary Scottish interior with an authentic Highlands feel, while still retaining the luxury and elegance that our guests deserve.

It is easy to develop a habit of taking a stroll along the beach to the end of the Faraid Head peninsula before breakfast and late in the evening. It's quiet here anyway, but at these peaceful times it's amazing to sit in the pale light and watch the waves and the wildlife: puffins, seals, dolphins, and the occasional otter, oblivious to the human presence.

The coast is one of contrasts: long flat sands and dunes, huge towering cliffs, rugged hills and barren moorland - there is no better place to stay and enjoy the natural beauty which the North West highlands has to offer than in our very own magical Cattleman's Bothy.

The Cattleman’s Bothy has been limited to adults. Upstairs there are two bedrooms named after local landmarks; Faraid (king size bed) and Croispol (two single beds or a super king size bed on request). Downstairs you will find a modern shower room, open plan kitchen (fully kitted) and dining room with a sea view, and a gorgeous sitting room with a wood burning stove.

The Cattleman’s Bothy is the perfect place for friends and family to enjoy some quality time together while exploring the serenity of the Scottish Highlands.

Property manager

Liz Elliot from Elliot Houses

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.?

Yep, THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views. is a short 4-minute walk from Balkaniel Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing and swimming.

Does THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.?

No, THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views.?

There is a golf course next to THE CATTLEMAN'S BOTHY - Highland House with Stunning Balnakeil Beach Views..

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