Lydia Cottage - Cromarty

A great location in the middle of Cromarty.

The garden is lovely to sit in for al fresco meals and drinks. The beds are comfy, in the light and airy attic. The wifi didn't function, but we were happy to do online essentials in the friendly pub a few metres down the street.

The cottage is situated very nicely within Cromarty.

It has everything you need for your stay. We found it very comfortable. Our only problem is it gets very warm in the bedroom as it is in the roof space which is of course to be expected. Would stay again but maybe a little earlier or later in the year. If you like a drink it is very handy for the local pub.

Compared to an earlier stay at the cottage, maintenance leaves much to be desired.

The grounds are in sad shape and negellcted. Cutting the grass, pruning ushes and trees needed. Rusty iron gate. Wooden fence sshoing signs of decay. The equipment in the kitchen is sub-standard (ie. missing pots/pans); the place has not been dusted before we came in...dusst on window sills, frames of pictures, .... TV service is minimal at best...it would not take much to get this ship-shape, and it would be worth it as it is a lovely cottage and village. At the current price for a week, one can and will expect more, better service.

Lydia Cottage is cosy, warm and stunning.

Our 2nd stay in the cottage, can highly recommend as a base for the Black Isle and the Highlands in general. Cromarty is a beautiful village with good local amenities and attractions.

House was bitterly cold to start.

As if storage heaters were only just put on. Garden a mess - not even tidied las autumn and badly needs some tlc . Bedroom was small but ok just. 2 main rooms v good as was bathroom

Well situated in Cromarty, near to the Fishertown Inn and handy for dog walks.

The cottage is prettily decorated, beds were comfortable and it was very clean. We thought the sitting room however was not set up for comfort. There was no firewood provided even for one cozy winters evening and we were very uncomfortable on the sofa/chair.

Stayed here lots of times over the years and always love it.

The property is in a great location, comfortable and warm.

However there were issues. Dishwasher, top tray not functioning properly. Cupboard door in kitchen with faulty handle. Toilet flush handle faulty. No wooden spoons for cooking. Smoke alarm on the final night kept going off at will. For the whole week of our stay there was no internet access available in the property.

Our time in the cottage was wonderful.

This is our second stay in the house and it has everything that makes a stay very comfortable. It is very cozy.

Charming cottage with a nice garden.

Perfect location in lovely Cromarty.

It’s an idyllic cottage.

Very comfortable and warm. Garden could do with a little a pruning. It’s an excellent base to explore the surrounding area, inc the West/North Coast. Cromarty is a quaint village, everyone we met was so welcoming, we have rebooked already for next year!

Couldn't find any documentation about the appliances (in particular the washing machine).

A larger milk jug and tea cosy would have been useful. Also a mirror in the bedroom would have been helpful.

A very lovely cottage within a wonderful town.

Lydia is a little basic and could do with a few updates but that is reflected in the price whilst the location, thirty seconds from the beach and bang in the centre of Cromarty, is well worth that price.

Lovely comfortable cottage, near to all local amenities.

Well equipped and clean. Ideal for two people Suitable for our two large dogs. Only negative was the low ceiling height in the bedroom, my husband banged his head several times! Obviously this shows in the photo's but it was a last minute booking for a funeral so we had limited choice and it was not booked for a holiday as such. There was a car parked all week in the recommended parking space , but we parked on Church St ok.

Lydia cottage is an excellent little cottage, set in the picturesque location of Cromarty on the Cromarty Firth.

A nice location to relax and unwind, plenty of local walks for you and your pet's. The cottage is well equipped with all the essentials that everyone needs to make it a home away from home. The only item that could be improved on (in my mind) is maybe a multi fuel burner instead of the open coal fire.

We stayed at the cottage over New Year and it was a great way to bring in the bells!

The cottage was so cosy and warm . We went to the hotel for our Hogmanay dinner and were not disappointed. The baker and village shop provided all we needed for our stay and a couple of visits to the Fishertown Inn were a treat.This was a return visit for us and we will be back for the advertised Fossil Walk.

Had a couple of minor issues which were dealt with by the lovely on-site NTS people.

Been to Lydia Cottage lots of times over the years and always love it. Warm and cosy well appointed and cared for cottage in the heart of a beautiful and welcoming village .

This was our second time staying at Lydia Cottage and won't be the last.

It is such a wonderful place to unwind and relax.

We had a nice relaxing break in this property.

It was quaint, comfortable and in a very enchanting village. One or two minor negatives would be overgrown shrubbery which made seeing the key code on outside wall key safe very difficult because of light levels. The shower leaked onto the floor due to a sealing issue. Also in the bathroom there was unsightly black mould around outside of shower cubicle and above the window blind (photos can be provided). No handwash/soap in either bathroom or kitchen. In the sitting room which was comfy we found a dogs ball and bits of fluff etc under the couch obviously from previous rentals..missed by cleaner? These small details marked this property down for us.

What a cozy cottage in a quaint community!

A little bar just a short walk down the road is warm and welcoming— serves food lunch and dinner and has a side room to read or play board games. The ferry operates during summer months to make a quick jaunt north easy. Cottage was clean, quiet and comfortable as we had a cozy fireplace for the cool nights… would definitely come back !

Well decorated and comfortable.

Excellent sized kitchen area especially with the dog. Cute garden which does suffer from passers by stopping etc but that is to be expected in a small place. All in all we liked the cottage and the place and would return in future.

Great location for walking on beach and countryside, pub two doors down with local beer and pub food that allowed dogs in!

Easy walk to the village shop and local bakery. Cottage had character of an older property but with all facilities there. A larger and smart TV and a footstool would have been good for the evenings we were at home.

We loved our stay at Lydia cottage in Cromarty.

Cosy, homely with all the comfort we wished for. We also enjoyed our free entry to the Hugh Miller’s Birthplace cottage & museum. Interesting and a MUST SEE. Fantastic cycle and walking opportunities around Cromarty. We had a great time. We definitely will go back there.

The cottage is very clean and comfortable and tastefully decorated.

It is well placed to enjoy all that Cromarty has to offer. We loved the Hugh Miller museum and the staff there are so friendly and knowledgeable. Unfortunately the weather was not warm enough to enjoy the garden but inside the cottage was cosy. My only suggestion is for thicker towels as the ones provided are quite thin and we found it difficult to get ourselves fully dry before the towel got wet. A word of advice- You do need to be very organised in Cromarty regarding shopping etc as most places are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Thank you for a lovely holiday.

We loved Lydia Cottage.

We would definitely stay there again. Beautiful decor and felt very welcoming and cosy.

A charming and idyllic little cottage, loved the kitchen diner and bright bedroom with a glimpse of the sea.

Great position in the lovely town of Cromarty.

Only a small problem with the rubbish.

The wheelie bins were quite full when we arrived. I put them out early on Wednesday but they weren’t lifted so the bins are still full.

Cosy cottage in a great and quiet location with pub, coffee shops, bakery and mini supermarket within a few minutes walk.

Everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Very comfortable beds and well resourced kitchen. An extra bin bag would be useful! It's a lovely area and we would definitely stay here again.

Great centrally located cottage.

A sweeping brush would've been handy for kitchen and a couple of baking trays. Beds comfy nd clean,overall a great holiday.

A perfect idyllic cottage on the Black Isle.

In the heart of Cromarty a stone throw away from the shore and main attractions of Cromarty. Facilities of the cottages were everything we needed for a last minute getaway for 2 nights. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could need. Livingroom had lovely soft furnishing and was well presented. The twin beds were exceptionally comfy. The overall cleanliness of the cottage was good. Minor things were that the throw pillows on the bed had lots of dog hair on them and beard hair was left on the mirror. We had a really great time and would recommend the cottage.

Comfortable cottage in excellent quiet location.

The shape of the property means that a small wardrobe is unavoidable but things could be improved with the addition of a couple of chests of drawers in the bedroom to store clothes. We felt that we were living out of our suitcases.

Great property and location which we have used before.

Could do with a baking tray!

Very comfortable cottage in centre of Cromarty.

This was our second visit.

Such a lovely cottage in a beautiful place - really felt like a break away from our usual routine.

My husband and I loved our stay in Lydia Cottage.

It was just perfect for us and our two dogs. We hope to be back soon.

I left a comprehensive feedback post in the visitors book.

The cottage and the town were simply PERFECT 10/10!!

Even with glasses need a bigger tv, it is getting dark earlier.

New mattress's please. stripped back facilities , kitchen, books, local information due to covid No stripped back prices!

Thank you for a pleasant stay in a fabulous location.

I really enjoyed my time in Cromarty.

We have stayed at Lydia cottage many times and have always enjoyed the charm of the cottage and the garden and the village of Cromarty.

Unfortunately however, the beds are extremely uncomfortable. Obviously the mattresses have not been exchanged since our first stay many year ago and you can feel the springs coming through. That diminishes the comfort of the cottage to a considerable degree and needs to be adressed by the National Trust.

We had a fantastic holiday the cottage was ideal for us and cosy.

It was also very close to the sea. Our dog enjoyed the lovely walks in Cromarty as well. We will certainly be booking another holiday in Lydia Cottage hopefully next year.

Had a fabulous stay in Lydia Cottage.

It was really clean and had everything we needed for our holiday week.

A wonderful few days in the beautiful village of Cromarty.

Loads of walks for our dog Myla in and around the area. Exactly what we were looking for, and will definitely be back.

The garden is in real need of attention.

We liked Lydia Cottage, it's well situated in the village and has some character.

Cromarty itself is a lovely place to visit and we liked being so close to the firth. The living room and kitchen were lovely, with the latter being sympathetically modernised. We're not a fan of twin beds, however we knew that was the set up and given the pitch of the roof a double probably wouldn't work. A good quality sofa bed is the living room would provide an alternative and would allow the cottage to sleep 4.

We had a very enjoyable stay in Cromarty.

Lydia cottage is just right for two people; the bedroom is filled with light and has a charming view over rooftops to the sea. Kitchen, living room and bathroom downstairs are all comfortable. It's a pleasure to step out into Cromarty's friendly and beautiful eighteenth-century streets. A fine place from which to explore the Black Isle and beyond. (Don't fail to try the delicious food at Sutor Creek on Bank St.)

A very comfortable, cozy & well appointed cottage in a great location.

Perfect for a quiet break. The owners were very helpful.

A lovely week in a very relaxing and clean cottage.

It was perfect for a break in Cromarty.

There were no cleaning materials at the house and the standard of cleaning was well below the of the NT cottage we stayed in , St Gabriels, in West Dorset.

It is a shame that the garden has not been kept up well - it needs a lot of attention.

Also, we felt it was a bit mean to leave only a tiny amount of washing up liquid and only 2 tablets for the dishwasher. Because of Covid, there was only a small amount of cutlery and crockery left out for us, which we felt was a little over the top. However, we recognise that people in Scotland are very much stricter about the rules regarding Covid.

All the books and dvds had been removed.

There was barely enough cutlery and plates etc, because of COVID?! I haven’t stripped my holiday cottage bare because of COVID so why have has this cottage?

We had a terrific week in the Lydia Cottage.

The cottage was just the right size for 2 people and 2 well behaved scotties. The garden was enchanting,butterflies and bees made sitting in the sunshine an absolute pleasure.The locally made shortbread was a nice touch . So much to do in the area we will need to return.Try the slaughterhouse coffee shop and sutor creek deli both very good.

This is a lovely wee cottage in the heart of Cromarty.

The cottage was the perfect size for 2 people and had everything we needed. I'm not sure whether the gardener had been recently but it was rather unruly and weedy. Cromarty itself is a very lovely and interesting fisher town village with a lovely coffee shop at the pier. Lovely shops and very good food at The Royal Hotel.