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The Cabin

(Ref. 1109689)

Occumster near Lybster, Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park Show on map

3.8

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • heating (3)
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  • recommend (3)
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9 Customer Reviews

  • "The tv needs attention, we did advise the owners."

    The door to the property does not lock, owners are aware of this. The double bed mattress needs replacing, it dips to the middle. The two bottom steps on the decking need repairing, my partner fell, I'm disabled and stuggled using the steps... other than that the place was ideally situated, and very peaceful.

    Reviewed by Joyce4.1Sep 2024

  • "DISASTER HOLIDAY."

    No heating or shower as its worked of gas, did not get fixed untill the wednesday we went days with no shower or hot water we had a stupid wee fire to keep us warm as it was cold up ther. Owner was anti social was sick of asking her to get heating fixed. I want compenstated for the stress me and my partner had on that holiday. Tv did not work all she said to me is play about with it, i have paid alot of money for this holiday they did not give a damm about our stress, never be back there. I think me and partner well deserve compensated for this joke of a holiday. If we dont i will never book through yous again. Look forward to your reply.

    Reviewed by Steven1.3Sep 2024

  • "Quite frankly apalled by the state of the property."

    Central heating was not working & we were fobbed off with a single electric fan heater. 2 of the radiators were rusty & holed, with visible rust staining from previous leaks. Bathroom door handle was hanging off & not working properly, which meant we couldn't close the door for fear of being locked in. Cleanliness was very poor & food had been left from previous users. There was a strong smell of damp throughout the property, with mold visible on the underside of the bathroom sink and cistern. Property was generally tired & in need of upgrade or replacement, which came as a shock considering the 'top dollar' fee payed. The property was not as advertised on Sykes website, certainly regarding the operational central heating system, & we took the decision not to stay for the 2nd & 3rd nights mainly over health & safety concerns due to the damp. Have raised a complaint with Sykes, which is currently being dealt with. We have plenty of photos of the state of the property, which obviously won't get across the damp smell, but they paint a picture of a property not fit for purpose. I post this as a warning to anyone thinking of staying at this property. Unless a lot of work is carried out ASAP to address the identified issues, issues which have been previously identified by othet users if you look at previous reviews, then I would recommend not using this property if you value your health. To be fair to Sykes, they are trying to resolve the issue, but the property owner does not appear to want to accept responsibility for the issues identified. This experience ruined a weekend away for me & my wife, who were visiting my 87 year old mother in the area for the weekend. We spent the 2nd day looking for somewhere else to stay, which the property owner insists does not entitle me to request or receive a refund as we never checked out at the designated checkout time. I would suggest some property owners in the area are now charging top dollar due to being on the NC500 route, & relying on single night trade, therefore not having to present their property in a good state. Just my opinion, not fact. Anyway, I will be posting these observations & opinions on as many social media sites related to NC500 & Sykes in the hope that no one else is subjected to what we have been subjected to. Quite shocking in this day & age to be fair & begs the question if Sykes carry out sufficient due diligence on properties they advertise on their website. My 1st experience with booking via Sykes would suggest not.

    Reviewed by Alexander1.9Aug 2024

  • "Excellent location, really friendly and helpful property owners"

    Reviewed by Derek5.0Jun 2024

  • "Perfect host’s can’t recommend enough Brian & Christine X"

    Reviewed by Brian5.0May 2024

  • "Very nice,sea views and gorgeous scenery."

    Owners very nice and friendly and on hand to help.The cabin is really nice and has a good choice of lighting throughout. Shower nice and hot and seating very comfortable. We made our own meals and the oven and gas hob works a treat.We loved it and would recommend it .so much better than your normal sites as this is on its own and so peaceful. Go there,you not regret it.

    Reviewed by Simon5.0Sep 2023

  • "The Cabin was basically clean,but very worn,with signs of damp and mould everywhere, lamp shades on bedside lights, on wood in bathroom."

    When we got into bed on the first night the bedding felt very damp. The toilets where difficult to flush. Also the owners seem to have personal items in every room, allsorts in the kitchen drawers and cupboards, ear rings in the bathroom, and a couple of food items in the fridge and ice cream in the freezer. It was a wet and cold week, even by Scottish standards and the one fan heater provided was not enough. The boiler for hot water and central heating? Was running hot one minute and cold the next, we had a problem like this at home and the heat exchanger was broken. The views from the Cabin are beautiful, and wonderful sea views, the outside seating area is lovely.

    Reviewed by Dorothy2.2Jul 2023

  • "An excellent place to stay."

    Enjoyed the chats. Will be back.

    Reviewed by Iain3.8Aug 2022

  • "The friendliest most helpful people!"

    Reviewed by Jenny5.0Jun 2022

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite basin and WC, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
  • Electric central heating with electric fire
  • Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Side decked area with furniture
  • Sorry no smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.4 miles
  • Note: One small well behaved dog is welcome
  • Note: The property is accessed down a long, single-track lane
  • Note: There are steps to the exterior

The property

Lybster 1.7 miles.

Situated in Occumster, near the coastal village of Lybster in Highland, is this single-storey, two-bedroom lodge, The Cabin.

Boasting stunning sea views, ground-floor living arrangements, a rural setting with countryside scenery, and off-road parking, this family-friendly lodge is the perfect retreat for a family of four looking to enjoy the outdoors and nature-filled activities.

A well-equipped kitchen, dining room, and sitting room will greet you, featuring a Smart TV, electric fire, plush sofas, and all expected appliances to enjoy your self-catering break.

You'll also find two well-presented bedrooms, both with ample storage, one of which has a convenient en-suite cloakroom, along with a shower room, and a side-decked area, to take in your tranquil surroundings.

Travelling into the nearby village, enjoy an afternoon coffee and a slice of cake at Village Cafe, dine out at Dylan Harris Restaurant, or stock up on your 'nice to haves' at the local Premier convenience store.

For a coastal viewpoint, head to Freswick Bay, for the perfect walking route, follow Yarrows Archaeological Trail, and for a family-friendly day out, discover Ulbster Alpaca Trekking, inclusive of farm visits.

By car, enjoy a tour of The Wick Heritage Museum, reach Cairn of Get, a 5,000-year-old tomb, or perhaps climb Whaligoe Steps, alongside a 250 feet cliff.

Bird watching is one of the most popular activities in the local area, possible at Berriedale Braes Birds Watch, whilst visits to Dunbeath offers the chance to stroll around its resident Heritage Museum, or simply enjoy a picnic among Dunbeath Castle Gardens, offering something for everyone.

Make the most of your trip to Highland with a stay at The Cabin.

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About the location

LYBSTER

Wick 13 miles.

Steeped in clan history, the Caithness village of Lybster sits in a sweeping bay with views across the North Sea and down to the Moray Coast. Lybster offers a wide range of amenities including hotels, shops and a golf course. In Lybster you will be drawn in by the blend of ancient history and stunning scenery with a story of sustained development and an ability to move with the times. An exhibition about the area's history and natural heritage explains how the community survived throughout the ages. This is an area peppered with archaeological sites; the Grey Cairns of Campster sit five miles inland on the Watten road, where visitors can travel back in time by crawling inside the 5,000 year old cairn or by exploring the Achavanich Standing Stones which stand sentry by Stempster Hill. Birdwatchers can observe breeding colonies of seabirds, on the cliffs around Lybster or view them seasonally through the camera link recording them.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas