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Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford

4.0 star property

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A large wooden barn with a metal staircase leading to a covered area.
A modern kitchen with a skylight, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with patterned chairs.
Interior entrance
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and skylights providing natural light.
A room with a wooden door leading to a balcony with a metal railing.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 41539 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Forres, Forres, Scotland, IV36 2RR
  • Place, Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Culloden Battlefield
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Forres

Located within a mile (2 km) of Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dava Way. This 2-room, 4-star cottage has in-room conveniences like kitchens, dining areas, and sitting areas.
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What's nearby

  • Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Brodie Castle - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Macallan Distillery - 42 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Culloden Battlefield - 42 min drive - 30.2 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 52 min drive - 34.5 miles

Getting around

  • Forres Station - 17 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1496 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brodie Countryfare - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mosset Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kimberley Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Potting Shed - ‬7 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.

Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
The cottage is soundproofed and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms, a dining area, and a sitting area. An LCD TV comes with digital channels and a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
  • Fee: GBP 15 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Off-leash area

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit/debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number MO-00404-F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Willowbarn Rafford House Forres
Willowbarn Rafford House
Willowbarn Rafford Forres
Dava House
Willowbarn Rafford
Willowbarn Self catering Rafford
Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Forres
Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Cottage
Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Cottage Forres

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at this cottage?

This cottage offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Forres, close to Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery, Brodie Castle, and Pluscarden Abbey. You'll also find Moray Coast Trail and Suenos Stone within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, a partial lake view in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at this cottage for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Does Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Inverness (INV), which is 21 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford?

Yes, some cottage at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford offer a patio and may feature lake views.

Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Rafford

Property lovely amazing area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely place to stay with a fantastic host who gave me some tips for things to do in the local area when I wasn’t at work. Bikes available for free if you fancy a cycle and lots of local walks around to keep me busy during lockdown Microwave, kettle, fridge and cooker in apartment and also a shared washing machine at the back of the property should you need need it (freezer there too). Has everything you need and the grounds are lovely with a pond in the middle
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic accomodation

Couldnt have asked for more, absolutely fantastic. Would definately recommend and visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019