Charming, newly renovated cottage in Highland village location, with sea views.

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Balintore, Tain., SCT

Glenmorangie Distillery13 min drive
Royal Dornoch Golf Club23 min drive
Dornoch Beach25 min drive
Inverness (INV)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Kintail, our lovingly renovated cottage, is in the picturesque village of Balintore, Easter Ross. Situated in the centre of this Highland village, Kintail enjoys panoramic views over the Moray Firth, The cottage has been recently renovated while retaining its original charm yet comes with modern facilities and offers a real Scottish Highland home from home. An excellent place to relax while you explore the Highlands. The charming village pub and Inn are just a short walk away. Accommodation is on two floors. Outside there is a large rear garden on 2 levels, with lawn and barbecue area and a cosy summerhouse tucked under the trees.

Property manager

Christel Johnstone

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside the cottage.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tain

Located in Tain, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Tarbat Ness Lighthouse and Skibo Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Black Isle Wildlife Park and Iolaire. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, hiking, and horse riding.

Balintore, Tain., SCT

What's nearby

Glenmorangie Distillery - 13 min drive
Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 23 min drive
Dornoch Beach - 25 min drive
Dunrobin Castle - 35 min drive
Nairn Beach - 73 min drive

Getting around

Fearn Station - 6 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

The Shandwick Inn - 11 min drive
Inver Inn - 16 min drive
Commercial Inn - 2 min walk
Anta - 3 min drive
Milton Stores - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, newly renovated cottage in Highland village location, with sea views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

7 Apr 2023

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

Pilgrimage Holiday

This has been like coming home. We loved staying at Kintail and Kristel way a great host. If we have a chance to visit the area again would love to book again. The view from the windows are lovely. It has everything we needed while staying there.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ian G., Bordeaux

25 June 2016

Pretty Village by the Moray Firth

We stayed in a loverly cottage in the tremendous little village of Balintore for five nights. The owner Christel meet us at the property and was most cheery and helpful. The house was extremely tidy and well presented. Two bedrooms, lounge, dining, kitchen and sunroom. Plenty bigger enough for my wife and I. It had everything that we needed. We where only two hundred yards from two pubs in the village. We called in to the Balintore pub most evenings and found the owner and the locals extremely friendly. The house was across the road from the Firth. Great views. We found the location a great place to do day trips to Tain, Dornoch, Ullapool etc. if we where ever back in this tremendous area of Scotland, I am sure we would rent this property again. I would recommended to you. Ian and Judy. Melbourne, Australia.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine K., Bridlington, Yorkshire, England

2 Sept 2023

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

Home from home

The photographs of this little cottage just don't do it justice. It's beautifully decorated and comfortably furnished with every possible convenience. Perfectly located with the most amazing sea views from every room...stunning! The garden is a little sun trap and just around the corner is a kovely, friendly pub that serves amazing food...we can't wait to return! We wish we could have brought our little dog as she would have loved the nearby beach. A truly memorable week, thank you Christel!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alaine F.

25 Aug 2023

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

Kintail Cottage

I took my elderly parents for a wee week break and the cottage was excellent wirh everything needed and importantly foe parents comfy, clean beds. The local Balintore Inn served lovely food and everyday we took off in the car and seen so many things that are not too far away. We were welcomed with homemade Banana Loaf and chocolates. No issues at all very pleasant stay

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre N.

31 July 2023

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

very nice accommodation, highly recommended

very nice accommodation, very spacious and lovingly furnished, which is highly recommended, very nice location, super nice hosts

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christel Johnstone

Born in the Central Belt of Scotland I spent many years overseas. In 1992 I left the Falkland Islands and brought my 3 daughters to this Highland village. The plan was to spend a few years here and introduce the girls gently to the BIG world. It didn't take long for us to decide that we would settle right here.. Balintore is a charming place to live. Even when "busy" the beach is not crowded, and the locals are friendly and welcoming. Although some might think we are isolated, we are less than an hour from Inverness Airport.. and the rest of the world.
In 2006 I married local lad David and together, over the years, we've watched our 5 children grow, spread their wings, and settle around the world... But we all still call Balintore HOME..

Why they chose this property

David inherited Kintail and has wonderful memories of times spent there. After much thought we decided to renovate it and offer it as a Holiday Cottage for rent. After the success of our first cottage, 8 1/2 John Street, I'm looking forward to meeting many more new guests.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located in the picturesque village of Balintore, Easter Ross, Kintail Cottage is a lovingly renovated cottage offering 2 bedroom luxury holiday accommodation. The cottage is situated in the centre of the village just over the road from the shores of the Moray Firth, just minutes from the beach, harbour and open countryside. The newly renovated cottage offers the character of a traditional cottage with all the convenience and luxury of contemporary fittings and design. There is full central heating, a modern kitchen/diner, flat screen TV and WiFi. After spending a day at the beach or exploring the surrounding countryside take an evening stroll to the local Inn for your nightcap and a chat before settling down in the cosy sitting room for a snooze.
You can take advantage of our long summer days and enjoy the peaceful back garden. The garden is set on 2 level, the lower offering seating and barbecue area, while the upper area provides a large green with a cosy summerhouse tucked under the trees.
Kintail is an ideal location to unwind or exploring the Highlands.

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