Rent Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Highlands Scotland

Kirtomy, Thurso, Caithness, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £323

Self catering accommodation in Thurso sleeps 6.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: In a lovely location on the spectacular north coast, this stone built detached house overlooks the quiet crofting community of Kirtomy and enjoys wonderful views out to the cliffs and North Atlantic. The house was originally a croft house and dates back to the 1800's. It has a cultivated enclosed garden to the front and large rough garden area at the rear. The house is bright and welcoming and the quality renovation retained many of the lovely traditional features - a very comfortable and attractive holiday home in a wonderful location. Kirtomy is ideally situated for exploring this magnificent scenic coast. There are many lochs around the area with free fishing, sailing, bird watching, pony trekking, hill-walking and a golf course further along the coast. Day trips can be arranged to the Orkney Islands from Scrabster. Bettyhill is approx 4 miles away with local shopping and hotels, the large country town of Thurso is 30 miles. Ground floor: spacious split level living room, dining room/sitting room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom with separate shower. First floor: 1 double bedroom with en-suite shower-room, 1 further double bedroom, bunk room (a cot is provided), and WC. Cooking by electricity, oil fired central heating plus open fire. Fridge/freezer, freezer, auto washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave, colour television with satellite system, video, DVD player, telephone for incoming calls only. Bed linen and towels are provided.

Glenmore Cottage, Carrbridge, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £388 to £ 753

Self catering accommodation in Carrbridge sleeps 4.

Features include: • Multi bathrooms Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Tucked away in a quiet village street within a short stroll of a good choice of shops pubs and restaurants this very comfortable detached property is ideally located for exploring the new Cairngorm National Park. Forest walking can be enjoyed from the door and the RSPB reserve at nearby Loch Garten offers the chance to observe ospreys. Carrbridge boasts a Visitor Centre and adventure playground and winter sports clay pigeon shooting off road driving fishing and water sports are all available close by. Aviemore 7 miles.

Very comfortable open plan sitting room with French doors to decked area open fire and dining and kitchen areas. Utility room. Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite shower room/W.C. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Croit-Na-Mara, Portvasgo Tongue, Sutherland, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £262 to £ 692

Self catering accommodation in Portvasgo Tongue sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Within 150 yards of the sea and stunning coastal views this 'Croft by the Sea' enjoys a beautiful and utterly peaceful setting at the end of a crofting strath. This is the perfect spot for those wanting a truly 'get away from it all' holiday. A paradise for walkers and bird watchers the gloriously unspoilt countryside surrounding Croit-Na-Mara offers a wealth of wildlife and seabirds including eagles otters pinemartins deer and wildcats. Whales and dolphins can be spotted off the nearby Kyle of Tongue and Portvasgo Bay beautiful sandy beaches lie within ½ mile and fishing and sailing can all be enjoyed locally. Shop and pub 3 miles garage 5 miles.

Sitting room with open fire. Kitchen with dining area. Shower room/W.C. Open tread stairs to first floor: Small double bedroom. Small twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Boat of Garten, Aviemore, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £283

Self catering accommodation in Aviemore sleeps 6.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: This attractive detached cottage dating from the 1930s sits in a pleasant, private enclosed garden to front and rear, which looks towards the golf course, steam railway and the hills behind. It has been sympathetically renovated featuring wood panelling in some rooms and an open fire in the lounge. From here, French doors open out into the rear garden where garden furniture is provided. The rooms are spacious and sunny with bright, comfortable furnishings and a pleasant, welcoming ambience. Ramp access. The cottage lies in the Cairngorm National Park and is an ideal base to explore the area. It is situated within the village and in easy walking distance of local facilities such as the Steam Railway station, golf course, tennis courts, hotel, restaurant and shops. The village is on the Speyside Way and is popular with walkers. The Loch Garten RSPB reserve is closeby where the ospreys can been seen and the whole area is ideal for birdwatchers. There are facilities nearby for cycling, fishing, pony trekking, water sports, climbing and snow sports. 1 double and 1 twin bedroom (extra bed and cot available), dining room, lounge (with double sofa bed), kitchen, bathroom and shower room (both with w.c.) All electric plus open fire. Fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer. microwave, television, DVD/ CD player. Bed linen and towels can be hired by arrangement.

Newtonmore, Newtonmore, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £295

Self catering accommodation in Newtonmore sleeps 3.

Features include: Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: In a lovely secluded wooded situation on the edge of a pretty little Speyside town, this charming and attractive cottage has been tastefully refurbished to a high standard to provide comfortable, warm and well-appointed accommodation. 50 yards off the village street, the property has a well-kept enclosed garden and is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, hotels, the amazing Waltzing Waters 'son-et-lumiere' display, the Clan Mcpherson Centre and the Highland Folk Museum. Newtonmore, the highest of the Speyside towns, lies just off the Great North Road and is the ideal base for exploring north to the Cairngorm National Park, the Whisky Trail and Loch Ness or west to Loch Laggan, Fort William and the Great Glen. A wealth of outdoor activities in this area include climbing, walking and biking in unspoiled wilderness areas, sailing at Loch Insh, winter sports, golf, pony trekking and angling on the famous River Spey. Attractions include the Highland Wildlife Park, Cairngorm Funicular Railway and Dalwhinnie Distillery. The mountain resort of Aviemore is a 30 minute drive and Inverness is just an hour away. 1 double and 1 single bedroom, (cot available), bright dining/living room with wood burning stove, well-appointed kitchen, bathroom with shower over bath. Cooking by electricity, oil-fired central heating and open fire. Fridge, washer/dryer, microwave, television, DVD, CD player. Bed linen and towels provided.

Burnside Cottage, Loch Ness-Side, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £604 to £ 921

Self catering accommodation in Loch Ness-Side sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Luxury accommodation sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Commanding glorious panoramic views across mysterious and beautiful Loch Ness these wonderfully appointed Highland cottages – each with its own sheltered garden – stand in over 18 acres of wooded grounds and enjoy access to more than 500 yards of private shoreline including a jetty and a shingle beach. Oak beamed and equipped to very high standards their tasteful comfortable furnishings and open log fireplaces make them cosy and idyllic year round holiday retreats. Visitors are welcomed with fine wine produced locally at Moniack Castle winery. The cottages are perfectly placed for exploring the Highlands. There are castles and distilleries close by and easy touring to the Isle of Skye the magnificent west coast Ben Nevis Aviemore the Cairngorm ski slopes and the splendid Orkney Isles. Just 9 miles along the scenic Loch Ness road is Inverness – the lively and attractive 'capital' of the Highlands – with leisure centre cinemas excellent shops restaurants aqua dome and riverside theatre. Explore the charming coastal villages visit historic Culloden battlefield or just relax and watch for the legendary monster to appear (binoculars provided!). There is also free fishing on Loch Ness and golf pony trekking and water sports are close by. Restaurant and pub 200 yards. Shops 4 miles.

Full of charm and character this 200 year old Highland cottage has been beautifully and painstakingly restored and modernised. Spacious open plan sitting room with oak beams open fire archway to dining area and superbly appointed kitchen. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Master bedroom with king size bed and ensuite shower room/W.C. Twin bedded room with ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Logie Ewe, Poolewe, Wester Ross, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £481 to £ 921

Self catering accommodation in Poolewe sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks Detached Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Close to Inverewe Gardens and set in spectacular mountain and coastal scenery this timber clad property enjoys a stylish open plan interior and views towards the River Ewe. Boasting vaulted ceilings glazed bricks and an attractive central fireplace it sits in its own large enclosed garden by the roadside ½ mile from Poolewe's village shop and pubs serving food. Excellent walking and fishing locally. Cycle hire and golf 5 miles coast ½ mile.

Open plan sitting/dining room with kitchen area vaulted ceiling and open fire. Sun porch overlooking River Ewe with utility area and wooden floors. Double bedroom twin bedded room and single bedroom each with wash basin. Bathroom/W.C. with separate shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Cairn View, Aviemore, Inverness-shire, Highlands Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £570 to £ 1500

Self catering accommodation in Aviemore sleeps 6.

Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached • Wheelchair access Hot Tub • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Luxury accommodation sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Set on the fringes of Aviemore village a wonderful location for enjoying the great outdoors in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park these two superbly appointed and beautifully furnished properties offer a very high degree of comfort. Sitting next to each other in a quiet cul de sac they are ideal for family gatherings – each enjoying its own individual hot tub and games room with table tennis a pool table and even a digital infrared sauna with music and colour system.
Aviemore is a renowned centre for outdoor pursuits – excellent climbing and hill walking competition standard mountain bike tracks water sports on Lochs Morlich and Insch and of course skiing and snowboarding in season are just some of the activities on offer. The fishing and golf are similarly excellent. Sled dog rides train trips to the resort at the top of the mountain and the Strathspey steam railway are also found here and Britain's only freely roaming reindeer herd can be spotted against the stunning backdrop of Glenmore. Good restaurants themed bars live music and shops are all within ½ mile.

Spacious sitting room with wood burner. Well fitted kitchen with dining area and doors to garden. Utility room. Two double bedrooms both with 5' bed and TV one with ensuite shower room/W.C. Twin bedded room with TV. Bathroom/W.C. with separate shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143