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Fountain Cross Cottage
Just off the famous North Coast Route 500 in the Highlands of Scotland, Fountain Cross Cottage is situated in the picturesque seaside village of Portmahomack.
About the Cottage
Ideal for 2 adults, it has a welcoming and cosy kitchen diner and sitting room plus one bedroom with SUPER king size orthopaedic firm mattress on the bed. Dog friendly, it is steps from the pretty sandy beach and harbour. Extra special attractions if you are lucky enough to see are the Northern Lights and dolphins, although the stunning beach and village are special enough.
About the Area
The village has an excellent shop and post office with local produce, cheeses, meats and wine. The local pub is 6 steps to your left and serves excellent food and drink. The Golf Club is very welcoming, a short walk away and open to non-members to play and also eat and drink. Inverness and airport 45 miles to the south.
Downstairs
Benefiting from renovations and refurbishment in 2024, the cottage has a new central heating system, bathroom and decoration throughout. Open the cottage door into the hallway followed by a feature stable door leading into the living room with cosy wood burner. The adjoining kitchen is accessed from the living room through another stable door, and is well-equipped with modern built-in units for plentiful storage and dining for two.
Upstairs
Steep cottage stairs lead up from the living room to the first floor landing. While there are handrails, guests should appreciate that the stairs are very steep and extra care should be taken. The cottage is not suitable to anyone with reduced mobility given the gradient of the staircase. Off the landing is a pretty cottage-style double bedroom plus bathroom with deep freestanding bath and handheld in bath shower attachment.
Outside
There is a small enclosed outside patio area, which is dog secure. The beach is literally on your doorstep leading to superb coastal walks, including the particularly spectacular route that winds around the coast, passing the Tarbat Ness Lighthouse on a promontory. Within ten minutes' drive lies the oldest Royal Burgh of Scotland. Tain is a charming historic town, predominantly build from local mellow sandstone, and featuring a wide variety of sporting and recreational opportunities. Find the internationally recognised Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery and famous Falls of Shin, one of the very few places to catch a sighting of salmon leaping. The enchanting town of Dornoch, with its magnificent cathedral, award-winning sandy beach and championship Royal Dornoch golf course. The area is renowned for its archaeological sites and at the nearby Tarbat Discovery Centre there is a fascinating display of Pictish, Norse and Medieval artefacts.
STL license number HI-20154-F granted 11/03/2024
Heating & Hot Water
Heating and hot water plus welcoming log burning stove for cooler days.
Dogs Welcome
Dog-friendly cottage a few steps from the pretty sandy beach and harbour.
On-Road Parking
Plentiful spaces on the street around the cottage.
Village shop
Excellent shop and post office with local produce, lovely pub and restaurant too.
A round of golf or two
Portmahomack links-style 9 hole course plus Tain and Royal Dornoch are nearby.
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