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Osprey Cottage
Osprey Cottage
Osprey Cottage
Osprey Cottage
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Invergordon, Ross-Shire
  • Glenmorangie Distillery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Chanonry Point Lighthouse
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Fort George
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day

Osprey Cottage is well situated for access to the NC500 (North Coast 500 Route) whether you are travelling by Car or Bike.
The location of Osprey Cottage allows you to do sections of the route on different days to fully take in the scenery.

Rentals at "Osprey Cottage" are for a minimum of 3 nights.


'Osprey Cottage' is situated by the shores of the Cromarty Firth adjacent to the B817 between Saltburn and Barbaraville. This spacious detached property, adjacent to owners' home, has been renovated and furnished to a high standard.
The property is just a few meters from the shoreline. It makes it the ideal place for bird watching. The owners also have a small bird 'hide' available for guests to use with beach access. The many tourist attractions in the area are all within a short drive. Beaches, distilleries, golf courses, castles and RSPB reserves.

The accommodation comprises an entrance hall with slate floor, a well equipped kitchen / dining room with beamed ceiling and slate / oak flooring. Spacious living room, partly open plan with beamed ceiling and oak flooring with an outlook over the Cromarty firth. Double bedroom with 5' bed, beamed ceiling and oak flooring. Shower room with toilet, hand basin, walk in shower and oak flooring.


Nature and bird watching:
The local area is rich in both bird and animal life, the Cromarty Firth is a haven for migrating wildfowl and waders in the spring and autumn. The firth also plays host to bottle-nose dolphins and various dolphin watching trips set sail from Cromarty and Inverness. They can also be viewed from Chanonry Point on the Black Isle.

From April to September Ospreys fish along the foreshore of Nigg Bay adjacent to the cottage. The owners also have a small bird hide at the bottom of their garden that you are free to use when you are staying at the cottage.

The RSPB also have bird hides located at Nigg and Udale bays.

Property manager

Allan or Shona Macdonald

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The booking deposit is non refundable. If booking is cancelled 60+ days within holiday start date we will refund balance of payment, less deposit.
We would ask all guests to please leave the cottage in good clean condition upon departure Rentals at Osprey Cottage usually run from Sat to Sat.
We allow Friday or Monday changeovers allowing guests to have 3+4 night breaks.These breaks are charged at 70% + 75% of the weekly rates.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 99661/1207241 Osprey Cottage FS-Case-550510392-

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Invergordon

Located in Invergordon, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Fyrish Monument and Skibo Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at North Sutor Cliffs and Moray Firth. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Invergordon, Ross-Shire

What's nearby

  • Dalmore Distillery - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 12 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 24 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Chanonry Point Lighthouse - 35 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Fort George - 46 min drive - 61.1 km

Getting around

  • Invergordon Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dalmore Farm Shop & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shandwick Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harry Gow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪3G's Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Horse - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scottish Highlands Invergordon By NC500 Route Minimum 3 nights Any Start Day located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dalmore Distillery, Alness Golf Club and Tain Through Time. Browns Gallery and Tain Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely cittage

It is a wonderful location for touring and sightseeing. It is a very comfortable cottage with all the amenities. We had a very relaxed stay for eight days.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

3 nights stay at this cottage- it’s beautiful. Spotlessly clean, well equipped , very comfortable, would highly recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab and peaceful

Everything that was needed no wifi but better that way sometimes will deffo stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful few days!

The cottage is fully equipped with everything you might need. Very tastefully decorated! Gorgeous setting and views. We were there to to unwind and relax and achieved our goal. Thanks to our hosts for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Break Away

We had a relaxing stay at Osprey Cottage just what we needed. The cottage was very well equiped with everything you need and has a small garden which has a table and chairs ideal for sitting out with your tea/ coffee in the morning listening to all the different birds that visit the bird table. Unfortunately there isn't wifi at the cottage but we had read this in previous reviews and brought our portable mini router so it was not a problem for us. The owners Allan & Shona live close bye and are on hand if you need them. Osprey Cottage is a little gem of a cottage and would definitely recomend a stay there. Evelyn & Bob 25/06/23
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mairi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrés S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

La llegada a la propiedad fue fácil y expedita. Y cuando nos encontramos con la casa, quedamos maravillados. Nos recibieron un Living amplio y una hermosa vista. Leimos antes que habían aprenciones con el ruido por la noche, pero a nosotros al menos no tuvimos problemas. Es un lugar perfecto para salir a conocer o quedarse a descansar.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manfred P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolles großzügiges Cottage

Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Die Besitzer wohnen nebenan im Old Mill House, sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit, wenn man denn eine Frage hat oder etwas braucht. Auf jeden Fall sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem of a property in a beautiful location

This cottage had everything we needed and more. Well equipped, clean and comfortable with a lovely view. Five stars all round!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn J., Bundamba Queensland Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely comfortable cottage.

Osprey Cottage was very comfortable with lots of space and a very well appointed kitchen. There was a great view of the firth and lots of birds in the garden. There weren’t too many places to eat dinner nearby but the kitchen was great to cook your own dinner. The only downside was no wifi.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

short break

very relaxing, lovely cottage, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Clean, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uplifting

This beautiful cottage is more than expected with high carefully designed and built by a master builder, beautifully decorated. It feels like a 5 star cottage in a remote location. So quiet comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable well equipped cottage

Osprey cottage is a very comfortable well equipped cottage. Owners are very helpful Right on the coast with access to the beach Interesting view of the Black isle and the oil rigs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodger L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage with everything you need

Beautiful cottage with a lovely garden looking out across the Cromarty Firth. An excellent base to explore the local area Can’t wait to return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean everything you need very piecefull

Very easy to do
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

The location, accommodations, and people were lovely. I can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Osprey Cottage

Very comfortable - good location for exploring the area - property well equipped! No WFI but didn’t bother us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

Beautiful cottage handy for visiting lots of places of interest
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Osprey cottage.....wonderful

Great property in a good location. I stayed for 3 nights as a base for trips out on a motorbike...perfect for this with good private parking and a great base to get to all of the best road and places. Very roomy and well equipped to come back to after a long day, shops locally for food and drink and excellent hosts who couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mabel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Excellent

8/10 Good

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place but needs to have proper wi-fi

We very much enjoyed our stay at Allan and Shona's place. It has been converted to a very high standard, is spacious, and is very well kitted out. It has some pleasant views of the Cromarty Firth from the small garden (where our clothes dried very quickly on the washing line). It's a good base to explore the area. The bird hide was a nice extra feature. Our hosts were friendly and the welcome 'goodies' were much appreciated. We didn't find the noise from the road obtrusive but I think it would help if the speed limit for Barbaraville was extended to include the hamlet of Pollo where the property is situated. Unfortunately there is no proper wi-fi at the property. We were surprised to discover this when we arrived and we probably would not have booked the place had we known this was the case. To be clear, the listing is accurate but we more or less assume wi-fi these days, and it is becoming pretty much a requirement in these Covid times with many attractions insisting on online pre-booking. The owners did explain how to connect to the wi-fi in their house next door from close to the the window and doors but it really did not work reliably from inside the cottage. Extending the wi fi is definitely something the owners should sort out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Niall A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall very good cottage was well stocked good information about using the appliances

Very good stay cottage was central for visiting the area found good walks and places to visit, Alan was very good with information about local things to do and very helpful with anything we needed, would stay again

10/10 Excellent

Kirstina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

Fantastic home in lovely setting
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in fantastic location

We loved our stay at the cottage everything from our first impressions and the welcome pack to the really well laid out and tastefully decorated cottage was perfect. Had lovely chilled out time . Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Allan or Shona Macdonald

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I have lived in the area most of my life and have lived in my house which is adjacent but detached from Osprey Cottage for more than 35 years.
I am a self employed joiner and work locally.

Why they chose this property

The cottage was originally a substantial stone outbuilding and at the time there were very few self catering cottages in the local area. As we have always chosen self catering holidays we decided to give it a go and renovate and extend the cottage to make it what it is today.

Languages:

English