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Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs

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Exterior
Property grounds
Aerial view
Room
Living room
Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

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altnabreac, SCT
  • Popular LocationScrabster Ferry Terminal85 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Wick Castle89 min drive
  • Popular LocationGills Bay Ferry Port103 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs

Set in Altnabreac, this holiday home is 23 mi from Thurso, offering views of the surrounding countryside. Free private parking is available.

The property is an open plan design, all incorporated into one large room (previously 10 different rooms). Bed folds down from the wall.

The property close to the river, which has river trout (and occasionally salmon) and there are many trout lochs nearby. Situated in the heart of the Flow Country, Europe's last great wilderness, one can easily find red deer, roe deer, eagles, hawks, owls, osprey, buzzards, otters and many other wildlife.

There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven and a microwave. A flat-screen TV and a fireplace are featured in the sitting room.

There is an array of activities offered in the area, including hiking, fishing and tennis. Altnabreac railway station is 1.1 mi from the property. Free fishing is available on the river and on nearby Loch Dubh. (Salmon fishing and stalking are available locally at an additional cost as well as fishing on other local lochs).

John O Groats is 38 mi from Holiday Home Badnaheen, while Inverness is 99 mi away. Wick Airport is 30 mi from the property.

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 5 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

About the area

Halkirk

Located in Halkirk, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forsinard Flows Visitor Centre and Lochan nan Clach Geala, while Dunbeath Heritage Centre and Clan Gunn Heritage Centre & Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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altnabreac, SCT

What's nearby

  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 85 min drive
  • Old Wick Castle - 89 min drive
  • Castle of Mey - 103 min drive
  • Gills Bay Ferry Port - 103 min drive
  • John O' Groats Ferry Terminal - 108 min drive

Getting around

  • Altnabreac Station - 1 min drive
  • Wick (WIC) - 44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Remote pet friendly wilderness in Caithness - Free Fishing on 7 different Lochs located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is within 25 miles (40 km) of Forsinard Flows Visitor Centre, Dunbar Hospital and UHI North Highland - Thurso Campus. Thurso Golf Club and Thurso Library are also within 25 miles (40 km). Altnabreac Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gail R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
I loved the remoteness of this wee cottage. If you’re looking for somewhere quiet, with lots of lovely walks, then this is ideal. The cottage is powered by a generator, which you can hear but soon get used to. Make sure you bring everything you need, it’s a fair trek to the nearest shop! My dog ran around the forest all day long and slept all night and I chilled out with a glass or two of wine. I hope to visit again in the not too distant future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Wilderness
Just perfect for a “get away from it all” break. Lovely cottage, cozy with all we needed. Amazing setting and so peaceful. Our dogs enjoyed the walks in the forest. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Roland M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disgusting stinking horrific
We stayed inside the property for 5 minutes as the house was not as described; it was advertised as a one bedroom property however the bedroom, living room and kitchen were all in the one room. The place was extremely smelly, sticky and very unhygienic. The property is advertised as being able to accommodate up to 5 pets, and as this is the case the cleanliness level should be exemplary. This is also not suitable for pets and young children as there is no enclosed garden area and the property is right next to a railway line. I complained to the owner who told me that if I posted any negative feedback he would take me to court in Wick to potentially sue me for £3000 for ‘false’ feedback. He also stated that the property was for 2 adults and 2 children, however this is advertised online as being for 4 ‘people’. I feel it’s my duty to let the public know of my horrific experience, travelling for over 4 hours to stay for less than 5 minutes due to the dire state of the property. I have requested a full refund, and as of yet, this has fallen on deaf ears!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Had a great weeks stay with our two year old and dog. Very peaceful and lots of superb walks
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing break
The place is astonishing! The cottage is surrounded by the forrest, perfectly quiet and beautiful. The cottage was clean and we had anything we needed. Our hosts were welcoming and helpful. Very much worth 11 hours drive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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