Carbreck - Comfortable Shepherd's House In Beautiful Scenic surroundings. | Cottage in Durness
2 Bedroom Cottage in Oldshoremore, Durness
Renovated, but retaining its original character, the cottage is compact, well maintained and comfortably furnished. Located equally, only 11 miles from the small crofting village of Durness and KInlochbervie, this unspoilt corner of Scotland, offers a wide range of activities. This is eagle and red deer territory and there are more often than not, opportunities to spot some of the rare and varied wildlife from outside the front door of the house. The famous Dionard fishing river is just down the track opposite the cottage. Munroes can be conquered from the front door as Cranstackie beckons you over. Long golden sandy beaches in either direction, trout fishing in the lochs and as much fresh air as you want! Easy parking by wooden deck outside french windows at the back door.On entering the bootroom there are ample shelves and hooks for boots and coats. A sofa too makes getting those boots on easier! The wheel barrow is for collecting wood from the shed along the road for the fires. A small cloakroom is off this room.
The utility room houses a fridge freezer,washing machine and separate drier. Ironing board and iron, pegs and washing basket. The kitchen end of the large room has an oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, larder fridge, toaster & coffee machine .Optional underfloor heating .Various cupboards contain a large selection of cooking utensils. crockery,cutlery and glasses. A large picture window and breakfast bar give massive views up the glen. The other end has a woodburner fire with overhead slatted drier, four comfortable chairs,dining table and chairs. The only bathroom which has a shower, basin,shaver plug and toilet is downstairs . The tiled floor has optional underfloor heating & a heated towel rail.
There is also another sitting Snug room with another wood burning fire and free sat television. A DVD player and videos also available along with a large selection of board games for adults and children. A three seater sofabed with chaise long plus other comfy chairs are a perfect way to relax after a long day walking, fishing or sightseeing. The under stair cupboard holds the hoover.
The stairs are quite narrow and steep. Plenty of handrails are there to be used. There are two carpeted attic bedrooms , one with two single beds which can push together and another with a 5 foot bed king size bed. Both rooms have hanging spaces for clothes and shelves.
Dormer windows look out over the hills
We have a large collection of empty whisky boxes on display . Please feel free to add to this if you want . All the downstairs floors are wooden painted floors. Dogs should not be left unattended in the cottage.
The rooms are heated with either the log fire or oil heaters which have got timers . There are fan heaters as well. Electricity is charged at the end of your stay according to the units used. Meter readings are read at the beginning and end of your stay. It works out at 29per unit depending on the Hydro electric rates..This will be taken off the deposit plus any damages and the rest returned to you within 14 days of your holiday. We do not charge you for the daily rate of electricity.
The meter cupboard is at the bottom of the stairs in a box at ceiling level.
Please remember to switch off heaters and underfloor heating when you leave.
The water supply is now through a borehole near cottage. The water is pumped up to a filtration unit with ceramic and ultraviolet filters in the milk house adjoining the cottage.The hot water tank is also in there and is left on all the time when guests are staying. We do have the water tested regularly . It has been passed safe to drink by the Highland Coucil. We do provide IL of water. There are two grocery stores in Durness. The Spar shop is extremely well stocked with a large selection of fresh vegetables,fish, bread and alcohol.Fuel is also available 24hrs. Walking and camping gear available too plus a post office.
There are also food and hardware stores in Kinlockbervie and fuel.
We allow up to two dogs per stay.They should not go upstairs or sit on the furniture.Please bring dogs bedding. £25.00 per dog is charged per week. Water bowls, old towels and poo bags provided. As cottage on a working farm, please keep on a lead if you can see sheep in nearby vicinity. There is an outside tap on milkhouse for washing off boots and dogs. Hosepipe on decking. Enjoy the cottage, relax and make the most of each day .Keysafe entry. Check In 1600 Check out 0900.
Carbreck - Comfortable Shepherd's House In Beautiful Scenic surroundings is located in Oldshoremore. Carbreck - Comfortable Shepherd's House In Beautiful Scenic surroundings provides accommodation, featuring Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, Pet Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, Pet Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Carbreck - Comfortable Shepherd's House In Beautiful Scenic surroundings has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Oldshoremore has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Oldshoremore, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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