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ORNUM: A Highland Retreat
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Garden
- Internet access
Explore the area
Thurso, Scotland
- Strathnaver MuseumPlace, Strathnaver Museum19 min drive
- Farr BeachPlace, Farr Beach20 min drive
- Swordly LochPlace, Swordly Loch23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
ORNUM: A Highland Retreat
Summary:
This lovely cottage is based in Borgie, Scotland and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
The Space:
ORNUM is a wonderful remote cottage based in Borgie, Scotland. It has three bedrooms; one double and one twin , with a ground-floor shower room. Downstairs has a fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting room. Outside has a front lawned garden and rear gravelled area with furniture. Off-road parking is available for three cars. ORNUM is a delightful property for exploring all this remote setting has to offer. Note: One well-behaved dog welcome. Note: This property only accepts last minute short breaks for a minimum of 4 nights. Any short breaks must fall between Saturdays so that start and finish is within 1 week, ie a booking could be mon-fri or tue-sat but not fri-tue.
The Neighborhood:
Bettyhill is a village at the top of the Scottish Highlands in the parish of Farr. Offering a pub, restaurant, café and a village store for all your amenities. Ideally situated for exploring the North Coast of Scotland, with plenty of pathways for walking and cycling in this remote setting.Perfect for those interested in birdwatching, fishing, surfing, hiking, and general sightseers.
This lovely cottage is based in Borgie, Scotland and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
The Space:
ORNUM is a wonderful remote cottage based in Borgie, Scotland. It has three bedrooms; one double and one twin , with a ground-floor shower room. Downstairs has a fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting room. Outside has a front lawned garden and rear gravelled area with furniture. Off-road parking is available for three cars. ORNUM is a delightful property for exploring all this remote setting has to offer. Note: One well-behaved dog welcome. Note: This property only accepts last minute short breaks for a minimum of 4 nights. Any short breaks must fall between Saturdays so that start and finish is within 1 week, ie a booking could be mon-fri or tue-sat but not fri-tue.
The Neighborhood:
Bettyhill is a village at the top of the Scottish Highlands in the parish of Farr. Offering a pub, restaurant, café and a village store for all your amenities. Ideally situated for exploring the North Coast of Scotland, with plenty of pathways for walking and cycling in this remote setting.Perfect for those interested in birdwatching, fishing, surfing, hiking, and general sightseers.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 12091538
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
About the area
Thurso
Located in Thurso, this cottage is on a river. Castle Varrich is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Torrisdale Beach and Lochan Dùinte. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Thurso, Scotland
What's nearby
- North Coast Leisure Centre - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
- Strathnaver Museum - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
- Farr Beach - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
- Swordly Loch - 23 min drive - 20.1 km
- Strathy Bay - 47 min drive - 38.5 km
Restaurants
- Tongue Hotel, Campsite & Restaurant - 14 min drive
- The Store Cafe - 13 min drive
- Weavers Cafe - 12 min drive
- Bettyhill Hotel - 13 min drive
- Coast Coffee - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is ORNUM: A Highland Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ORNUM: A Highland Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ORNUM: A Highland Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ORNUM: A Highland Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ORNUM: A Highland Retreat located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Torrisdale Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lochan Dùinte and North Coast Leisure Centre. Farr Beach and Strathnaver Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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