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Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage.

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Living area
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a white refrigerator, and a wood-burning stove.
A stone-walled cottage with a large window and a pitched roof.
A cozy room with leather sofas, a table lamp, and a view of a rocky coastline through large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a view of the sea through a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Durness, Sutherland
  • Place, John Lennon Memorial Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durness Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Smoo Cave
    ‪6 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage.

An ideal place to base yourselves, whether you're seeking to relax in peaceful and beautiful surroundings or desire a fun-packed activity holiday, which could include exploring the vast and varied wild beauty of North West Sutherland's landscape; hill walking, sea and fresh water fishing, golf, ornithology, sailing, stalking, climbing or just lazing on secluded white sandy beaches.
Return to the warmth of this cosy cottage with every amenity.
Bedroom 1 Kingsize.
Nextdoor is a bathroom with bath and toilet.
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and luxury en-suite shower room. Room also has a desk.
Open plan lounge/kitchen with full height windows overlooking the Kyle. Cosy wood burning stove plus underfloor heating throughout, WiFi, television, DVD player and ipod/iphone dock. Fully equipped modern kitchen with integral oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Linen and towels are provided and changed weekly. The cottage has private parking outside the cottage.
On the paved area outside there is a picnic table plus a a large umbrella.
Up to two dogs allowed in this cottage. @ £30.00 per dog.The paved garden is not fenced over the entrance.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
By prior arrangement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only natural waste down the toilet as not on public mains sewage. As next to a working farm,keep dogs on lead and under control around property

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number HI-00250-F
Property # 11168586
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

About the area

Map
Durness, Sutherland

What's nearby

  • John Lennon Memorial Garden - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Durness Beach - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Balnakiel Craft Village - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Balkaniel Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Smoo Cave - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Durness Food Spot - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪choraidh Croft - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪White Heather Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Meet And Eat - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Shore Cottage -The sea and the sky become one in this gem of a cottage. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Balnakiel Craft Village, John Lennon Memorial Garden and Balkaniel Beach. Durness Beach is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic house. You cannot find a cottage with a better location.A real home from home feel. Wouldn't stay anywhere else if I go back up there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2026
What a fabulouS picture you have attached of the glowing sunrise at Shore Cottage! It is so lovely to hear that you really enjoyed your stay there and felt it had a “home from home“ feel about it . Yes the view is stunning and certainly changes many times a day. So glad you found us and you would be very welcome back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage in a fantastic location . Ample parking and close to local amenities . We had a great stay and would definately recommend the cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Thank you for staying with us at Shore cottage. Yes the location is superb and always changing views as the weather changes. So glad you found us and thank you for leaving all so clean and tidy.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a place..superb spotting for birds on the coastline....nice walks over the hill.. spotlessly clean and large rooms... Quietness!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Thank you for sending in this lovely review which sums up the cottage beautifully. Many of our guests record so many different birds from the window . Yes it is beautifully quiet and the walks around there are lovely . Thank you for leaving all so clean and tIdy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay it had everything you needed ,parking was easy,the cottage very clean and the view was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
Yes you are right the view is amazing! It is always fun to stay in someone else’s house in another country and learn a little more about the countryside and enjoy these benefits. Thank you for staying with us and leaving all so neat and tidy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shore Cottage is an excellent property for a holiday in a beautiful, remote corner of Scotland. The cottage is very well appointed and decorated to a high standard. The hosts were very helpful with clear instructions about how to get there. We would very much recommend this property- we'll certainly be returning for another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you for staying with us at Shore Cottage. Glad you found it all so comfortable and end enjoyed yourselves stay there. Of course we would always welcome you back again. Thank you for leaving it all so spotless.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect and very quiet with a wonderful view over the Kyle
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank you for kindly writing a review for us. Glad you had a good holiday and found the cottage suited you well. That view is amazingly absorbing on a daily basis. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shore Cottage was clean, comfortable, very well equipped and had the most beautiful view from the main window out across the Kyle! Our stay was peaceful and relaxed and we enjoyed visits to Cape Wrath, Smoo Cave and Balnakeil to name but a few! The golf club at Balkaniel provided a lovely lunch! We can heartily recommend a stay at Shore Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2026
Thank you for your most helpful review. Always so glad that not only comfortable but also so clean. Also interesting to hear the golf club is now doing lunches, which will certainly interest our other guests. So glad you had such a rewarding holiday. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation and very comfortable for a holiday stay. Stunning views looking down the sea loch. Cottage is conveniently located for services in Durness and only a two minute walk to the passenger ferry over to Cape Wrath. Second visit to Shore Cottage and highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2026
Great that you had such a comfortable stay again at Shore cottage. Yes it really is so convenient for visiting the Cape Wrath lighthouse. We love having repeat customers. They are always so welcome. Thank you for staying with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our sixth stay here, I believe, and it's still as lovely a place as ever. Cottage is clean, well-equipped, and has views to die for. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
We are thrilled that Shore Cottage continues to delight and satisfy your holiday needs. It is a real pleasure that you keep coming back to stay with us.Thank you. Certainly the views are magnificent and ever changing making it very special. Thank you for leaving so spotless.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was superb Location cleanliness and property were perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2025
Glad you found the cottage so clean and perfect. Unfortunately extremely, excessive dog hair left at the property made extra cleaning very long and unthoughtful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage , very well appointed with fabulous views .The hosts were very helpful and attentive .Great place to relax .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2025
So glad you found Shore Cottage a restful oasis in this busy world. The cottage really does feel as though the outside is coming in and really giving you huge open views. Luckily it happily keeps the cold out and the warmth in as you relax and enjoy the stillness and changes. I am glad you found everything so well anppointed and comfortable for your holiday. All left beautifully clean and tidy. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely fantastic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
That’s what we love to hear about our perfect little cottage by the sea! Thank you for booking again with us. We really appreciate it. Thanks for leaving all so clean and tidy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, immaculate and beautifully presented- could not wish for more .
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. Indeed we are thrilled when our guests are satisfied with their accommodation and the location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with spectacular views. Very well equipped , we had everything we could need. All rooms were spotless and cosy. Plenty private parking space and room for the dogs to wander outside. Excellent wifi and freeview tv. Only issue i would say we had was the noise from extractor fan in the bathroom which was very loud when trying to relax in the bath. Definitely worth a stay if you are in the area.
Sunset view from window
Beautiful clear view of the stars at night
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for your helpful response and yes apologies for that annoying noisy fan. We will look into sorting that. Glad you found the house so clean and cosy. That starry sky picture is amazing along with that magical pink sky ! Thank you for sharing them and your thoughts. So glad you stayed with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property in an amazing location. Cottage had everything you could need and very well laid out. Owners were excellent and really helpful, particularly when our ferry to Orkney was cancelled. The view is incredible, in all weather. In better weather an otter can be seen close to the cottage either in the water or at the shoreline. Loads of beaches and walks within easy distance. Faraid head was a highlight. Hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
So glad we could accommodate you at Shore Cottage. You certainly made the most of your time getting out and about. So glad you found all you needed in the cottage. It certainly has lots of comforts and the constant changing views gives every excuse to sit for a bit and slow down. Thank you for sending in the fabulous photos and sharing your thoughts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about Shore Cottage was perfect. Location and views to die for. Comfort and consideration for the needs of guests were all covered and we have already booked to return in 2026
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
So pleased that you really enjoyed your stay at Shore Cottage. It really does have majestic views and plenty of comfort too. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had the most wonderful stay at Shore Cottage, stunning cosy wee place, clean & tidy & had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable! Waking up to that spectacular view every morning is something you would never tire of!Great base for us to explore the surrounding areas which is such a beautiful part of our country!Thanks for letting us stay & we most definitely will be back in the near future…..gonna miss this place & of course the peace & quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2025
Delighted that Shore was just the perfect wee spot to have a winter break. Yes, you can either lie in bed and take in the view each morning or take in a much larger one in the main lounge and diner. Sounds like you really made the most of your winter break up there. You left it ever so tidy. Thank you and of course you would be welcome back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s the 3rd time we’ve had the pleasure of spending a week at Shore Cottage. The Cottage is wonderful with everything that you would require, and the views are spectacular. A big thanks to Gillie & David for giving us the opportunity to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Delighted you have now had three bookings with us and finally we got to meet you! So glad you found all was in good order for your visit and the weather was pretty good too. The cottage was left so clean and tidy after your stay. Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fishing trip

Superb location and very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Thank you Ian for your review, and we're glad you had an enjoyable stay, and we look forward to welcoming you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot in Durness

Super location and accommodation. Very clean with great showers and very comfortable beds. Beautiful views of the sea and hills. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
A lovely review for Shore Cottage. Glad you found the beds comfortable and showers good. The bath is also very relaxing after a day’s walking. So glad you found all so clean. Much appreciate your review , thankyou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shore Cottage is a fantastic place to stay. The cottage is very clean and well equipped. The location is a real bonus as you can walk around the coastline from the door and watching the ever changing view out the front of the property is mesmerising whatever the weather. We have already booked to return.
The view from the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review . You have summed up Shore Cottage perfectly and was delighted that you had pretty good weather to get out and about. We do keep our cottages well equipped and cleanliness is paramount to our business. Thank you for appreciating it and yes delighted you have booked to return. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage, with an amazing vista of the Kyle and ample parking. So peaceful and relaxing, yet within easy reach of other beautiful, beaches, bays and places of interest. Durness itself has a well stocked shop and 24 hour fuel if required. Cape wrath, Smoo cave and cocoa mountain are all just minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you for staying with us in Kyleview. Yes it does have fabulous views and has a cosy and restful feel to the cottage. Thank you for leaving the cottage so immaculate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and wonderful

Everything was perfect, we had nice rooms and a good kitchen with a wonderful view.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2024
Certainly a huge week weather wise for you with the massive equinox tides! The sea looks so impressive from inside the cottage at these times. So glad your stay was so successful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Awesome views, lovely cottage, great host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Well done for making such a long journey to get up to Shore cottage. So glad you had such a great time and really enjoyed your escape to the highlands. Thanks for looking after it so well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

We fell in love with the area a few years ago. To have such an amazing cottage to stay in, during our vacation is very nice. It is clean, large and has everything you might need. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
How lovely you found our cottage! I am delighted you returned to Durness again and were able to enjoy the sea and the skies from your windows. It is such a lovely setting. I hope you will return again one day. Thank you for staying with us.

About the host

Hosted by Gillie Elliot

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My husband David and I have been coming up to Durness for over 44 years so know the area pretty well. David's great grandfather came up here at the turn of the century to help break in the ground for sheep farming.
Balnakiel Farm was one of the original family farms. It has now been split into two and David now runs Rhigolter Farm. We live in Essex as he works as a Hand Surgeon in Southend.
Our two children have been coming up here each year and now bring our grandchildren who love it up here.

Why they chose this property

This cottage was a tumbledown shed for years on the roadside. Our friends Bernard and Irene Hendy bought the Cape Wrath Hotel in 2006. It was with great excitement we watched as they converted the Lodge into a magnificent house and Shore Cottage was rebuilt into this wonderful little oasis it is today. We are delighted to become the new owners.

What makes this property unique

As Shore and Kyleview Cottages come under the umbrella of Cape Wrath Lodge there is a resident housekeeper who lives in the Annexe flat at the rear of the Lodge. Her name is Marta and can easily be contacted with any problems or requests. Being so close to the shoreline otters can be seen playing in the evenings out of the huge windows. The ever changing tide constantly brings magnificent views and birdlife.

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