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Kirkton Cottage

Helmsdale (9mls W), The Highlands
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Fishing on site / nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A perfect rural getaway with beautiful surrounding countryside views from the recently added sun room
  • Ideal for walking, fishing or cycling in beautiful surroundings from the front door
  • A great area for spotting Scotland’s birds and wildlife or visit the nature reserve at Forsinard a short drive away
Overview
Property code: SU192

Packed with heaps of countryside charm, this cottage for four sits in a peaceful pocket of land in the Highlands. Perfect for canine adventures and rural romps, grab one of the maps provided and set off on an adventure to remember. Four-legged family members can chew, chomp and chase sticks to their hearts’ content while you keep your eyes peeled for some Scottish wildlife. Relax back at the ranch and enjoy the cosy creature comforts of home.

Keeping tails and toes toasty warm, the wood burner will tempt you to put your feet up and sink into the comfortable sofas. A perfectly placed rug lies in front of the wood burner inviting furry guests to sprawl out and lap up the heat. Whip up a tasty treat in the compact yet well-equipped galley-style kitchen and plate up in the quaint dining room. The sun room offers panoramic river and valley views. In milder months make the most of the outside bench where you can savour an evening tipple and gaze up at the night sky. Rest your heads in the first-floor bedrooms which are nestled in the eaves of the cottage and therefore have restricted headroom. Freshen up muddy paws and tousle down soggy fur in the shower room on returning from the great outdoors.

Step out of your door and find yourself near the bank of the River Helmsdale. Sniff, splash and stroll your way along the water and enjoy breathing in the fresh air. Add some sand to the mix by travelling 14.5 miles to dog-friendly Crakaig Beach. Heading back home along the coast, stop off and savour tasty treats at one of the many restaurants which welcome those with four legs.

  • 3 bedrooms, all set in the eaves of the first floor: 1 double and 2 singles
  • Kitchen with electric oven, fridge, freezer and microwave
  • Lounge with wood burner and TV Dining room with wood burner
  • Shower room, with washing machine
  • Enclosed land with trees and shrubs
  • Initial supply of logs/coal provided
  • Ample off-street parking
  • 2 dogs by arrangement but must be kept downstairs and under control when near sheep
  • Payphone available
  • Shops 9 miles in Helmsdale
  • EPC:- D
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Fiona MacDonald

This property is personally managed by Fiona.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Gordon 16th September 2023

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Loved the cottage and its location. Safely fenced ground for our dogs to wander freely. Enjoyed every minute of our stay, thank you!

Reviewed by Wesley 26th August 2023

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Great location, well equipped, will be back

Reviewed by Tarun 12th August 2023

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Kirkton Cottage was absolutely perfect, we couldn't believe how lucky we were to get such a perfect booking last minute. The cottage it's self was alot larger than we expected with a lot of character- Clean, comfortable and extremely well equipt. We had everything we needed and more. The location is idyllic, amazing views over the valley- we prettyRead more much lived in the sun room looking out at those breathtaking views. The garden was totally secure and was a great size for our springer spaniel! Hide

Reviewed by Shona 5th August 2023

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Super stay lovely suroundings and Wildlife Peace and Quiet enjoyed by all.

Reviewed by Wendy 22nd April 2023

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Absolutely idyllic location, huge secure garden for dogs. Well equipped kitchen and modern comfortable bedrooms. Cottage itself is a bit dated and could do with some comfortable sofas and a bigger TV but if you are outdoorsy type people who will only need a base to sleep it is ideal.

Reviewed by Wesley 1st April 2023

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Really well equipped, lovely location will definitely be back

Reviewed by Nicola 13th August 2022

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Kirkton is a most beautiful cottage and it's location is just perfect. There are fabulous walks straight from it's front door. The cottage has everything you need and more.

Reviewed by Andrew 23rd July 2022

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If you are looking for somewhere remote but not totally off the beaten track then Kirkton Cottage is the place for you. Absolutely fantastic location within easy reach of the A9. Very clean and pretty much everything you need for a quiet getaway. Take a walk along the riverbank or visit Kildonan Church which are both just a stones throw away or go Read morepanning for gold just up the road. Keep an eye out on an evening for the Pine Marten who is a regular visitor to the garden and is a delight to watch. Hide

Reviewed by Kelly 2nd July 2022

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Oh how we fell in love with Kirkton! The drive from Helmsdale increased the excitement on arrival day -and it did not get old! Have to say that mine & the dogs favourite room was the sun room and I can well imagine how much light & space it has added to the cottage. The whole house is much bigger than expected and there was more than enough room foRead morer two people and two dogs. The garden is huge and completely escape proof for dogs. And those views!!! We would love to stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 7th May 2022

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a very nice relaxing week very quite out of the way cottage just what we needed

Reviewed by Wendy 18th April 2022

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If you want peace, quiet and tranquility with a humongous secure garden for your dogs this is the place for you! Clean, comfortable and well equipped and set in the most beautiful valley. Great base for exploring the vast wilderness that is northern Scotland. We did hundreds of miles and never got bored of the scenery. So good weve booked again forRead more next year. Hide

Reviewed by Lorna 9th April 2022

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Perfect cottage in perfect place. So peaceful up there and views to die for no matter the weather. We always stay here when bring mum back where she grew up on the Strath, she remembers the original owners. Lovely addition of the sunroom which does not change character of the place at all. Jean and Peter the caretaker are so friendly and helpful. CRead moreottage was spotless and has everything you need for relaxing break away from it all. Hide

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