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South Balachladich

(Ref. 1105694)

Urray near Muir Of Ord, Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park Show on map

4.4

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • clean (8)
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18 Customer Reviews

  • "Attentive owners, helpful when WiFi went down and light switch needed replacing."

    Would suggest door mat by front door for muddy feet and paws. Broken velour window in twin bedroom needs fixing as quite drafty during high winds and rain(owner informed) Wooden steep stairs maybe difficult for anyone with impaired mobility Garden space safe for dogs and nearby Clash woods good for short local walks(5minutes in the car) Really good location to travel to other parts of Scotland. Good local shops available for supplies.

    Reviewed by Frances3.8Sep 2024

  • "A lovely, clean and relaxing home to stay in."

    Reviewed by Rosie5.0Jul 2024

  • "We really enjoyed the cottage."

    It was very comfortable, lots of space and top quality amenities. The kitchen is well designed and it was great to have a place to cook after so many days on the road. A real treat. We did not explore the immediate area very much because it was difficult to understand the property lines for the farm. Maybe consider a guide to hikes or walking areas nearby as a help. But fantastic overall!

    Reviewed by Tom5.0Jun 2024

  • "We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage and will definitely return as it was ideally located for fishing on the Conon and access to beautiful countryside and coastal walks for us and our two dogs."

    Very secure front garden for the dogs and all the furniture and fittings appears very new. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom shower was very good. Local shops close by with a large supermarket in Dingwall a few miles away. Also good value for money.

    Reviewed by Mich5.0May 2024

  • "We had a great stay here, the cottage offered everything we needed in a great location."

    Our only downfall would be the master bedroom bed is unsteady and the slats would pop out when we rolled in bed etc in the middle of the night which was loud and annoying.

    Reviewed by Ashleigh4.7Oct 2023

  • "Lovely spacious property with everything needed for the holiday."

    Good location to explore highlands.

    Reviewed by Parveen5.0Aug 2023

  • "A nice place set in a great location."

    Well equipped.

    Reviewed by Christopher3.8Aug 2023

  • "I was disappointed, that so many things in the cottage were broken: the cooker hood did not work, the washing machine probably had a bearing broken, a kitchen chair was broken leaving us only three chairs."

    The clothesline in the garden as well as the box to keep the pegs were broken. We had only three small plates and four spoons.The sofas were worn you could hardly get up from them. There were no chairs in the bedrooms to put your clothes on. The cottage was not very clean, massive fumes came from the oven, that was extremely greasy as well as the racks and trays and other cookery. The garden was a poor sight, the hedge overgrew the gate leaving you wet when passing, the flowerpots on the sills were dried and those at the fence on the floor and only "planted" with weeds. The location next to a quarry was not very quiet, heavy traffic taking place. Farmers worked in the adjoining fields even at night. Not worth the price.

    Reviewed by Dorothee2.5Jul 2023

  • "Perfect place for us."

    We'll equipped, clean and surprisingly roomy. We had a lovely holiday.

    Reviewed by David5.0Jun 2023

  • "The cottage is well equipped, spacious and comfortable."

    Its in a good location for walking and cycling as well as exploring further afield.

    Reviewed by Linda5.0Jun 2023

  • "Spacious and comfortable cottage."

    The owners are very nice with good communication available. Some nice walks in the area.

    Reviewed by Kirsty4.7Mar 2023

  • "Lovely warm clean pleasant cottage in a nice quiet surrounding."

    Enjoyed our stay but unfortunately had to cut it short due to my wife not being well for our stay. Small downfalls or would have been a 10. Instructions supplied by Sykes to find the cottage we're totally wrong wasting over an hour trying to find and knocking on doors before phoning the owner. Overpowering smell of curry lingered in kitchen. Had no access to WiFi as password required, I send a text to owner requesting if password available, but got no reply. Otherwise a book within property with wifi password written down would have been helpful. Ref toaster when you use the left side nearest the smart meter it trip's the mains power. Right side worked fine so made do.

    Reviewed by Alexander4.4Dec 2022

  • "Very nice cottage, very comfy and warm with very good location."

    Really enjoy my Christmas there

    Reviewed by Marek5.0Dec 2022

  • "It was clean and comfortable with all mod cons."

    Ideal as a base for exploring Scotland

    Reviewed by Alan3.8Oct 2022

  • "A lovely cottage, well presented, nicely decorated, comfy beds, spotlessly clean, it had everything we needed for a relaxing break."

    Only negatives we found the sofa uncomfortable, and we could not find and instructions to operate the appliances so had to guess. Overall, we would stay here again

    Reviewed by Martin James4.4Oct 2022

  • "Lovely cosy clean cottage."

    Everything we needed Very relaxing and peaceful, log fire was great. An information folder would be useful with places to eat nearby and other info.

    Reviewed by Shona5.0Oct 2022

  • "Very clean with excellent facilities/ very spacious cottage Living room: Clean and tidy with lots of space, the sofas were perhaps a little worn as we needed to adjust the cushions each evening but I do understand investing in brand new furniture is risky."

    Kitchen: Again, lots of space and all the amenities you would need. Bedroom 1: again lots of space. comfortable bed, perhaps another chest of draws required? Bathroom: was fine clean Parking at the front. Good base to plan day trips from.

    Reviewed by Ian4.4Aug 2022

  • "Comfortable cottage."

    We had a problem when we arrived but it was quickly resolved by the owner.

    Reviewed by Lyn3.8Jul 2022

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shover over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed front garden with lawn and patio
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2.1 miles, pub 1.9 miles
  • Note: The property entrance has a ramp
  • Note: EV cars cannot be charged on site - nearest available point is about 6 miles away
  • Note: Whilst dogs are welcome they must stay in the kitchen area only
  • Please note: This owner only accepts minimum 5 nights

The property

Muir of Ord 2 miles.

Resting in Urray near Muir Of Ord, Inverness, is this charming mid-terrace cottage, South Balachladich.

An ideal base for a family of four to explore all the Highlands has to offer, this pet-friendly accommodation has Loch Ness, mountain peaks, and the coast of Inverness all within reach.

When you arrive, you'll find three off-road parking spaces and an enclosed, lawned front garden for dogs to rest their paws in the sun.

Step inside to find a spacious kitchen/diner for preparing evening meals, dining at the table for two, and freshening up walking gear in the washing machine ready for tomorrow's adventures.

When it's time to relax, retreat to the bright and airy sitting room, a lovely spot all year-round with plenty of light, cushioned seats, a Smart TV, and woodburning stove when you need extra comfort.

Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom to quickly freshen up, whilst upstairs, the family bathroom awaits with bath, shower over, and heated towel rail.

On this floor, you'll find the two bedrooms; a king-size and a twin, both thoughtfully appointed with storage space and Skylights to wake up to country views.

The village of Muir of Ord is a stone's throw away for a convenience store, the Ord Arms Hotel, and the popular Jaki Fish and Chip Shop, as well as guided tours of the The Singleton of Glen Ord Distillery and the Muir of Ord Golf Club.

A little further is Beauly, home to the ancient Beauly Priory, whilst the majestic Beaufort Castle and Reelig Glen for idyllic walks are close by.

Spend a day in the city of Inverness with a variety of attractions including Inverness Botanic Gardens, walks up to Craig Phadrig, and why not embark on a boat tour with Dolphin Spirit Inverness to spot local marine life?

Alternatively, head to the magical Loch Ness to look out for the famed monster, explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle, and picnic by the shore at Dores Beach.

If you've come for a breath-taking Highland hike, Càrn Eige is within reach as well as the sprawling Cairngorms National Park.

For pet-friendly accommodation in the Highlands, look no further than South Balachladich.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1105698 together sleeping up to 8 guests.

EPC Rating: Band C

EPC Rating: Band B

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

MUIR OF ORD

Beauly 2.5 miles.

The small Highland village of Muir of Ord, based on the North Coast 500, lies close to the Beauly Firth and is conveniently situated for easy access to the village of Beauly, town of Dingwall and the capital city of the Highlands, Inverness, some 15 miles to the east. The village of Muir of Ord is a peaceful location to explore the Highlands, with all the required amenities – butchers, bakers, chemist, petrol station, pharmacy, and Co-op. Another major attraction is the Glen Ord Distillery and Visitor Centre, a 5 star award-winning visitor experience, which is open all the year round and well worth a visit. Locally, there is Muir of Ord golf course and an abundance of nice cycle routes and walks including Ben Wyvis. Just a few miles away the village of Beauly offers a quality shopping experience, where visitors can find the finest Scottish tweeds, knitwear and crafts as well as a number of intimate hotels and cafes.
The whole area known as ‘The Black Isle’ has some of the prettiest scenery in Scotland with stunning glens where flora and fauna abound. Nearby Glen Affric, a National Nature Reserve, has been called the most beautiful of all the Scottish glens, and is an ideal location for walkers and cyclists with quiet tracks leading you off road and deep into the glen.

Note: Whilst dogs are welcome they must stay in the kitchen area only