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Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
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Balintore, near Tain
- Glenmorangie Distillery14 min drive
- Royal Dornoch Golf Club24 min drive
- Nairn Beach75 min drive
- Inverness (INV)62 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.
Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. With a beautiful, sandy harbour and beach nearby as well, this location is perfect for all the family.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom 1: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Front garden. Enclosed back garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. . Welcome to Mermaid View, a beautiful bungalow with a lovely family living/dining room and a separate modern, well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty breakfasts before venturing out for the day. There are three double bedrooms, and outside is a patio area and decking which gives great views. The garden is fully enclosed, so you can allow your dog to run around.
Mermaid View is situated in the seaside town of Balintore, less than a ½-mile walk from the beautiful sandy beaches and the enclosed stone harbour, which also is a great place to take your dog. Whilst walking around the town you will understand why the owners of Mermaid View chose that name!
Balintore and its neighbouring village of Shandwick are great for those that enjoy windsurfing, surfing, or kite surfing, you will find an abundance of stunning beaches along the coastline. There are lots of places to visit and activities for all the family, both indoor and outdoor. Wildlife boat trips are available for all the family from Cromarty, which is 9 miles from Balintore, there are also golf courses and activity centres. A visit to Fort George Castle just outside Inverness is one of the mightiest artillery fortifications in Britain after the battle at Culloden in 1746, open to visitors it is well worth a visit if you have inclement weather.
A visit to Shandwick is also very interesting and worth visiting with all the family - you can see the Pictish stone dating back from 800AD, now protected by glass case, with exceptional markings and documentation. There are lots of restaurants in and around the village of Balintore within walking distance, then return back to Mermaid View to enjoy the end of the evening and plan for the next day’s adventures. One thing guaranteed, a week is not long enough to do everything in and around Balintore, so you will also have to plan your return visit to Mermaid View...
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
HI20062F
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom 1: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Front garden. Enclosed back garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. . Welcome to Mermaid View, a beautiful bungalow with a lovely family living/dining room and a separate modern, well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty breakfasts before venturing out for the day. There are three double bedrooms, and outside is a patio area and decking which gives great views. The garden is fully enclosed, so you can allow your dog to run around.
Mermaid View is situated in the seaside town of Balintore, less than a ½-mile walk from the beautiful sandy beaches and the enclosed stone harbour, which also is a great place to take your dog. Whilst walking around the town you will understand why the owners of Mermaid View chose that name!
Balintore and its neighbouring village of Shandwick are great for those that enjoy windsurfing, surfing, or kite surfing, you will find an abundance of stunning beaches along the coastline. There are lots of places to visit and activities for all the family, both indoor and outdoor. Wildlife boat trips are available for all the family from Cromarty, which is 9 miles from Balintore, there are also golf courses and activity centres. A visit to Fort George Castle just outside Inverness is one of the mightiest artillery fortifications in Britain after the battle at Culloden in 1746, open to visitors it is well worth a visit if you have inclement weather.
A visit to Shandwick is also very interesting and worth visiting with all the family - you can see the Pictish stone dating back from 800AD, now protected by glass case, with exceptional markings and documentation. There are lots of restaurants in and around the village of Balintore within walking distance, then return back to Mermaid View to enjoy the end of the evening and plan for the next day’s adventures. One thing guaranteed, a week is not long enough to do everything in and around Balintore, so you will also have to plan your return visit to Mermaid View...
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
HI20062F
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Languages
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Tain
Located in Tain, this cottage is on a river. Tarbat Discovery Centre and Tain Through Time are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tarbat Ness Lighthouse and Skibo Castle. Black Isle Wildlife Park and Iolaire are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.

Balintore, near Tain
What's nearby
- Glenmorangie Distillery - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
- Dornoch Cathedral - 23 min drive - 26.8 km
- Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 24 min drive - 27.4 km
- Dunrobin Castle - 35 min drive - 42.3 km
- Nairn Beach - 75 min drive - 82.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Shandwick Inn - 12 min drive
- Inver Inn - 17 min drive
- Italian Touch Restaurant & Cafe - 15 min drive
- Commercial Inn - 4 min walk
- Anta - 3 min drive
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