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Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9129 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth

Situated on the shores of the Cromarty Firth with stunning views to the Black Isle our cottage sleeps six comfortably and can accommodate up to nine.
The cottage is deceptively spacious (total floor area of 129 square metres) . On the ground floor there is a roomy lounge with archway to a large kitchen/diner, bathroom with separate shower and one family room with double and single bed.
On the first floor there is a shower room between one roomy double bedroom and another family room with double and single bed.
There is also a small elevated garden area behind the cottage.
Off road parking can accommodate three cars.

THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Saltburn is a small village on the outskirts of Invergordon and is an ideal situation for touring the Highlands with easy access to superb beaches, forests, hill walking, golf, cycling, fishing, etc. There are at least six 18 hole golf courses within an hour's drive, including Royal Dornoch, so perfect location for a golfing holiday!
Invergordon, 1½ miles away is a cruise liner destination, in fact some liners tie up at Saltburn pier when there are more than 2 liners on one day. It also has stunning murals on gables all over the town and boasts a sports centre with leisure pool, naval museum, an 18 hole golf course and a bowling green. A choice of restaurants and take-aways cater for most tastes.

Only a few miles away is the Balnagown estate which has good opportunities to explore the outdoors with dedicated cycling and walking routes.

The Black Isle, which is viewed from your cottage's windows is really a peninsula and is well worth a visit with lots of quaint villages. Cromarty Courthouse Museum, housed in an original court building of 1773, portrays the life of an old Scots burgh (of which Cromarty is a fine example). Hugh Miller's Cottage, recalling the life of the locally-born geologist and church-man, is also here.

The Black Isle Wildlife and Country Park has a good selection of animals (some of which can be hand fed by children).

There are distilleries to visit at Alness, Muir of Ord and Tain.

Tain through Time explores the very different story of Tain, (Scotland's oldest Royal burgh) formerly an important place of pilgrimage.

Other places of interest include the Highland Museum of Childhood at Strathpeffer and the Groam House Museum at Rosemarkie which takes a Pictish theme, as does the Tarbat Discovery Centre at Portmahomack, based on the findings of an internationally important archaeological dig.

At Chanonry Point in Rosemarkie dolphin spotting is a popular attraction and dolphin tours can be booked at various locations.

Balintore, Portmahomock and Dornoch (all within an hour's drive)have superb beaches.

Beyond the Victorian spa village of Strathpeffer, Ullapool is a small fishing village on the rugged west coast which is very popular.

TRANSPORT
Buses go hourly from Saltburn to Inverness via Invergordon and Alness
There is also a train station in nearby Invergordon
Car journey approximate times:
30 min to Inverness
50 min to Loch Ness
2.5hr to the Isle of Skye
2.5hr to John o' Groats

Property manager

Noreen Kelman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking allowed only outside the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1389 sq ft (129 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Highland 'home Home' Panoramic View Cromarty Firth House
Highland 'home Home' Panoramic View Cromarty Firth Invergordon
Highland 'home Home' Panoramic View Cromarty Firth House
Highland 'home Home' Panoramic View Cromarty Firth Invergordon
Highland 'home Home' Panoramic View Cromarty Firth

About the neighborhood

Map
Invergordon, SCT

What's nearby

  • Dalmore Distillery - 8 min drive
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 14 min drive
  • Inverness Castle - 33 min drive
  • Chanonry Point Lighthouse - 33 min drive
  • Fort George - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Invergordon Station - 3 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dalmore Farm Shop & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Shandwick Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Harry Gow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪3G's Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Horse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth located?

This Invergordon vacation home is on the beach, 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Dalmore Distillery, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Alness Golf Club and Tain Golf Course. Tain Through Time and Browns Gallery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Highland 'Home from Home' with panoramic view of Cromarty Firth Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Little A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
No e and big, right on the beach, everything you could need inside. Great location as a home base for Inverness and the surrounding Highlands.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and cozy with great views
This charming home was the perfect place for our girlfriend get away. We used it as a base to drive all around the highlands. The neighborhood was quiet with sounds of just birds and crashing waves. I went for morning walks enjoying the view of the water in the front and up the hill in the back enjoyed beautiful farm land with the sound of sheep in the distance. The home itself was well stocked with everything we needed; glasses, plates, knives as well as some tea, coffee and snacks that Noreen left for us. The beds were clean and soft for a good nights sleep. The showers were also clean and powerful. Noreen goes the extra mile in giving some ideas for activities with an hour or so driving distance and they did not disappoint. To sum it up; this home is the perfect getway! We will be recommending this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., US

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home in a Wonderful Location
My brother and I had a wonderful stay in this lovely, well equipped home. A warm welcome from Noreen was greatly appreciated. It made a great base for exploring the North Highlands. Nice size rooms, great washer and dryer, lovely big tub/showers, clean and had everything we needed. Loved being across from the Cromarty Firth – the oil rig was my night light and the sound of the water lapping gently against the shore – haven’t slept that well in ages. Such a great location – from there we ventured out to Dunrobin Castle, John O’Groats, the west coast, hiked out to Ardverikie (the house used for filming in the Monarch of the Glen) and explored Inverness. People were so friendly and helpful, we didn’t want to leave. McGinty’s is a great local café in the town. Even managed to watch some of the Euros games. Cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed staying here. I hope we will return soon – Kinleith really is a gem of a place. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A thoroughly fantastic stay
Fantastic trips out to Loch Ness, Culloden, Inverness Walking history tour, wildlife boat trip from Cromarty, Aviemore, Dunrobin Castle and my favourite Skara Brae day trip on The Orkneys. Also saw The Northern Lights. Home inside is immaculate, fantastic views of Cromarty Firth and a nice pub down the road for an evening meal.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T., Duluth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!
Kenleith Cottage was absolutely beautiful! It is much larger than it appears in the pictures. The host provided a basket of basic goods in case we did not have any. There were so many thoughtful touches throughout the cottage. Noreen has really done well thinking about the needs of the travelers who will be staying there. Noreen herself is very nice and easy to talk to. We would book again if we come back this way. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
Lovely, comfortable house right across from the Cromarty Firth. Invergordon is a nice little, friendly town to be based in and explore the Highlands. The beds in the house were wonderful—nice living room with comfortable sofas and large window to watch the cruise ships coming and going. All 3 bedrooms were a nice size, good showers. In short, we would definitely stay there again and highly recommend Noreen!!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house in great neighborhood
I liked this place because it was roomy but cozy. We stayed 3 nights and were able to explore all along the coast. Definitely a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish A., Hanford, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for exploring the highlands
Kinleith Cottage was a wonderful location for our trip as we explored the area. The house was clean, spacious, and ideal for our group. There were so many thoughtful extras around the cottage, like books about the area and maps. Noreen was kind and so helpful. We would definitely stay at Kinleith Cottage when we are in the area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinleith
Lovely property. Very clean. Good location. Good communication with owner. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small town getaway
A nice quite location with easy access to Inverness and points north. Homey feel with owner suppling crafts for purchase. Lovely small town on the firth within walking distance to several pubs and restaurants. Washer was fine however dryer in garage was a little finicky. Overall met our needs and requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sukhvinder S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay
We had a wonderful time while staying at this property. This is a quite place,ideal for 2 families(sleeps up to 9-10 people). The location is ideal, located centrally to all the major tourist spots i.e Fort William,Loch Ness,Isle of Skye etc.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional vacation
We had a wonderful time. The home was much larger than expected and was cozy. The town was lovely. We loved Tucker’s Inn. The owner was incredibly helpful with recommendations of things to do and see. We had a problem with the dryer and the response time from reporting to fixing was ten minutes. Everything was terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Had to Clean Freezer etc before we used them
We had brought frozen dishes, I had to clean the freezer before I put our dishes in, every drawer had crumbs and one had melted ice cream. There were 2 bins under a table with no lids, I open the grill to make a meal to find the under side of the grill pan was very greasy. We were left a nice welcome pack including filter coffee unfortunately the filter machine had a filter with blue mould from a previous occupant. I phoned the owner and they offered a full refund however we had family arriving later that evening. After cleaning we decided to stay for a few days and managed to find another property from later in the week . We got a refund for the days we didn’t stay and the extra charged for additional cleaning and laundry for our extra guest was refunded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sajeevkumar N.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice cottage to stay, very clean and tidy and the owner was very responsive when needed.
We really enjoyed the stay at Kinleith Cottage. It was a beautiful house facing the sea. The neighbourhood was very calm and quite. Perfect location for day trips to Northern Highlands. Owner Noreen was very helpful and was very responsive when needed. We look forward to come stay again in Kinleith.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Damodhar N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vivadyan
Very nice house to stay. Noreen has kept almost every thing we need for family especially if you are into cooking such as Indian food. May be a pressure cooker is the only thing missing but we had our own!!! 😁 The only problem was the shower upstairs don't get hot water continuously may be it looses pressure, Noreen can install a pump!! Otherwise a very nice house to stay. The location is nice but not very near to Loch Ness. If weather is nice there is beautiful beach just in 20 minutes drive, its called Dornoch beach.

10/10 Excellent

Dixie D., Rowlett

Liked: Cleanliness
Invergordon Stay
This property was great and very comfortable. It was a great home away from home and we were able to do day trips easily. The owner is amazing to work with and very responsive when needed. We had a wonderful goody basket waiting for us when we arrived. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Clean well presented property

10/10 Excellent

Paulson D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay -'home away from home' experience at Kinleith Cottage.
Kinleith Cottage surpassed our expectations with regard to location, cleanliness, and genuinely felt as if it was 'home away from home'. The owner had furnished the cottage with great care and attention to detail which made our stay very comfortable with breathtaking views across Cromarty Firth from every room. We would highly recommend this property and plan to go back next year as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sin Hyoung K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, warm hospitality
It is a beautiful house facing the sea. The house was very spacious and clean. We spent 4 nights here exploring the high land of Scotland. A perfect location for northern travel. The owner was very friendly and warm. We really enjoyed and love to come back.

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and well equipped!
Noreen could not have been more helpful to us in helping in every way possible to provide what we needed for our stay with pur Autistic disabled daughter. Roomy bungalow with 2 further Dorma bedrooms as well as a downstairs bedroom. Lovely views.

10/10 Excellent

donza w., Keokuk, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
A wonderfully equipped and spacious place to stay right across the beach. The town itself is not lively rather this is the perfect place to stay to relax and plan day trips across the Scottish highlands. It was absolutely perfect for us
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ivan S.

Exceeded expectations
This little beachside cottage is extremely affordable for what you receive. As a base from which you can travel it was absolutely perfect. Invergordon is a sleepy little town but has the town of Alness next door to explore. I highly recommend the Bombay Restaurant there. Appointments in the cottage were appropriate as well as being considerately stocked with some extra food items in case you forgot something. I gave this stay a full 5 Stars because it offered so much more than advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Spacious Cottage, Great Location for Exploring Highlands
Cottage was large and spacious, the kitchen very well equipped. Noreen was very helpful and had everything we needed on hand. The beach is right across the street, calm and uncrowded. We stayed for two weeks and were able to explore a lot of the Highlands with easy day trips.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

Wonderful comfortable well equipped home. Noreen is very considerate and helpful.
This was a great place to spend time. Roomy and very homey feel. Noreen has it well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

A fantastic location
Noreen was very accommodating. She kindly put many food items in the house. The 3 bedrooms are large and two have a single and double bed which is unusual. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018