Located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Ravens Rock Gorge, this cottage is within a 5-minute drive of Falls of Shin. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
Ferrycroft Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
Ben More - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
Carbisdale Castle - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
Bonar Bridge - 15 min drive - 13.2 miles
Getting around
Lairg Station - 13 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
The Pier Cafe - 5 min drive
Crofters Restaurant - 5 min drive
Mac & Wild Falls of Shin - 4 min drive
Shin Fry Fish and Chip Shop - 5 min drive
Community Care Assynt - 5 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.
In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate
Fruachan Cottage is located on a private highland estate extending to 27,200 acres set within breath taking scenery along the banks of Loch Shin. The estate is located within the county of Sutherland in the north of Scotland and lies north west of the small, picturesque, rural village of Lairg. Holidaying at Sallachy Estate provides the ideal location to enjoy the beauty and the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands, an ideal holiday destination for all. Fruachan Cottage is Gaelic for heathery knoll and is a 3 bedroom new-build traditional stone property, which retains the character of the estate and has stunning views over Loch Shin. The cottage is warm and cosy and has a secluded peaceful location with no through traffic. It's a truly beautiful spot where deer can be seen regularly grazing around the cottage.
The property is over two floors and sleeps 6 comfortably and has a large sitting room with a double aspect view towards the loch and to the front of the house. There is a log burning stove. There is a modern kitchen/dining room with a large utility and drying room, also, there is a downstairs toilet and cloak room with lockable gun cabinet. The stairway with picture window leads to a bathroom with separate shower, three bedrooms, one with an en-suite. The accommodation is heated by an environmentally-friendly wood burning boiler providing under floor heating throughout.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,938 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
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 fire extinguisher and 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
Check-in: 4:30 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Lairg, close to Ben More, Falls of Shin, and Ravens Rock Gorge.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate a good place to stay for couples?
At this waterfront cottage, there are many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.
Does In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate.
In the heart of the Highlands located on a Private Sporting Estate Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
10 - Excellent
10
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ralitsa M.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We had a great bank holiday weekend. Lovely place with a great location!
Ralitsa M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this property!
we loved this cottage and the facilities fore guests to use. The views are stunning with changing weather conditions., and daily visits from the dear were fabulous. my granddaughters loved that part and played monopoly & hide and seek in the cottage daily. Dornoch Beach is a must visit, as it is stunning and the rock pools were explored thoroughly.
I would love to be here for the winter with a roaring fire and provisions and a few good books, not moving to go anywhere.
Lairg does not have much to offer as far as eating out is concerned, although not needed when you have the facilities all here in this cottage.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
Sep 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Highland Getaway
If you want to get away from it all and be in nature this is the place! The house was just perfect! Everything you could possibly need was there. The owners were super helpful and so lovely. I would highly recommend booking if you want to be close to nature and be away from it all.
Sarah N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Meleri J.
Aug 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing stay!
We loved every minute of our stay in Fruachan Cottage- our short break was too short but idyllic in every way! The cottage itself is ideal and had everything we needed; the location is totally out of this world, so quiet with outstanding views. Being in the deer park was magical with the deer around us and overlooking Loch Shin - you can’t get much better than this! We travelled with 2 small dogs who loved being there! Two words- go there!
Meleri J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Catherine I.
Oct 24, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful escape
Well equipped cottage with stunning views. Seeing the deer up close was mesmerising for our child. House is spacious and Lairg only a short drive away. Would love to return.
Catherine I.
8/10 Good
Fiona C.
Sep 2, 2016
Perfect cottage getaway
This cottage was well outfitted and comfortable for 5 adults. It sits on a beautiful property where deer walk right up to the house, grazing on the clovers. I would recommend this property for a country getaway.
Fiona C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
10/10 Excellent
Nora W.
Aug 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice place
It was really good!
Nora W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
Sep 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhe und Natur pur!
Phantastisch schönes Haus in wunderschöner, abgeschiedener Lage! Ab und zu kommen die Rehe vorbei und lassen sich beim äsen beobachten. Traumhaft!
Chris H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Holger R.
Sep 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We spent a wonderful week at Fruachan Cottage. We often went hiking for a very long time and were very happy to come back to the cosy cottage in the evening. Pure relaxation and deceleration! The communication with Fiona was very good.
Holger R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steffen B.
Aug 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Traumhaft gelegenes Ferienhaus
Die Lage dieses Ferienhauses ist einfach nur wunderschön. Die Rehe kamen zum Frühstück vorbei. Das Haus war super eingerichtet und alles lief problemlos ab.
Steffen B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christian W.
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Eine echte Perle im Zentrum der NC500
Ein wunderbares Cottage, bestens ausgestattet in herrlich ruhiger Lage mit Blick auf das Loch Shi. Lairg mit Supermarkt ist wenige Meilen entfernt. Ein toller Ausgangspunkt für die Erkundung rund um NC500 und ein fabelhafter Service!