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5 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets: Yes
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
10 Customer Reviews
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"We loved our stay at the Bothy."
It was warm and welcoming. The kitchen had all you would need for self catering. The heating was easy to adjust and the beds were comfortable. It was a very cozy environment. Thank you so much for all the thought you put in to making our holiday really pleasant.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely positive review. All the staff at the Estate work very hard to make sure that all guests feel comfortable and welcomed. Please do come and stay with us again. Property Owner
Summary
- Single-storey
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Two-person Hot Tub, Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room with woodburning stove
- Snug with sofa bed.
- Electric central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
- Smart TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Ample off-road parking
- Lawned garden with seating
- Romantic, two person wood-fired hot tub (starter pack of wood provided)
- One well-behaved pet welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 1.9 miles, pub 2 miles
- Note: No stag/hen parties
- Note: Loch Dola is free to use by guests as long as they have permission from the owner of Challenger Bothy, four days' notice is needed and a property contact number will be provided pre arrival if you need to call to arrange permission - please do also note that fishing is not permitted on a Sunday and there can be no bank fishing, although a boat can be hired from the Lairg Angling club
- Note: Fishing in Loch Craggie is only allowed with a permit, obtained from the Lairg Angling Club
- All wildlife is to be strictly left alone and watched only from afar
- Holiday Let Licence number is HI-00141-F
- Please note: Due to it being wood-fired, the 2-person hot tub can take 4-5 hours to fully heat up
- Wood can be supplied for the hot tub and wood burner at an extra charge
- Please note: This property can only accommodate 3-nights minimum.
The property
Lairg 2.2 miles.
This cosy, single-storey cottage lies in the grounds of Challenger Estate, just a single track from the village of Lairg.
Full of character, Challenger Bothy is a superb choice for a family looking to escape the rush of normality and uncover the beauty of Nothern Scotland.
Enter via the rear door into a reception area, leaving your boots and coats behind before getting comfortable.
The kitchen/diner features a contemporary finish with sleek appliances and a run of units, with the dining table inviting you to settle down and enjoy mealtimes together.
Gather together in the sitting room and keep warm beside the woodburning stove, with a Smart TV for entertainment.
Freshen up in the shower room before retreating to either the king-size or twin bedroom.
To the outside of this charming dwelling is a garden area with furniture and a wood-fired hot tub for two, so you can enjoy your favourite tipple whilst appreciating the mountain and lake views.
Choose Challenger Bothy for a relaxing and rejuvenating escape to Scotland.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1128542, together sleeping 13 guests.
EPC Rating: Band G
Challenger Estate
These two cottages sit in a rural position, surrounded by an abundance of native wildlife on the The Challenger Estate, a privately owned estate with over 1000 acres of wild moorland. There is an abundance of wildlife to be seen. The Red, Roe and Sika Deer can be seen early mornings and at dusk. Their path cuts right across the garden of the Baddhu Cottage and towards the mountain behind Challenger Lodge. When you walk towards the mountain you will see settlements of sheep farmers and crop farmers from the 17th century. You will also see that people have lived on the Estate for over 5000 years. When you walk further, you can see the old homestead, as well as foundations of roundhouses from the Bronze and Iron Age period. Right in front of Baddhu Cottage is an Iron Age burial cairn, believed to be a person of status which can be noted by the large rock as a marker. If you want an easier walk, take the road to the right after the cattle grid and it’s a very easy 10km walk to Loch Craggie, which is owned by The Challenger Estate. Here you will see some of the United Kingdom's most endangered birds and wildlife, if you are patient. The highly endangered Hen Harrier with only 545 breeding pairs in the whole of the UK, we at Challenger Estate are proud to say we have four pairs that make Challenger their home during the breeding season. As you walk towards Loch Craggie you will pass the smaller Loch Dola which too is owned by The Challenger Estate, with its clean crystal waters serving as a healthy breeding ground for trout. Walk past Loch Dola and follow the signs to Loch Craggie, you will walk on the trail of The Pines. The forestry commission owns the forestry but you are welcome to walk the trail to Craggie. Craggie is privately owned by the Estate and is around 2.2 miles round. Loch Craggie is recognised as the cream of the lochs in this area, indeed one of the best in the Highlands. It is famous for both its mayfly hatch and the quality of its trout. Brown trout average around the 1lb mark, with many better fish in the 2-3lbs range caught each season. On Loch Cgraagie the bird life is extensive. The waters at Loch Craggie are as clean and crystal clear as Loch Dola. Fishing at Loch Craggie is strictly by permit only, which can be obtained from the Lairg Angling Club. For an unforgettable stay in Scotland, look no further than The Challenger Estate.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
Where you’ll be staying
LAIRG
Inverness 50 miles.
Located 50 miles north of Inverness, Lairg is centrally placed for touring the remote and beautiful Northern Highlands. The area has much to offer the visitor, from fine golf courses to outstanding fishing, some of the finest hill walking and mountaineering country in the land and the grand castle at Dunrobin, the home of the Earls of Sutherland. The castle, overlooking the sea, boasts a magnificent formal garden inspired by the grandeur of Versailles in France. Golfers can enjoy a round at local courses in Bonar Bridge, Golspie and Ullapool as well as at the world famous Royal Dornoch Golf Club. Lairg provides a convenient base for trips to the West, North and East coasts with breath-taking scenery in every direction. Walkers are within range of the most northerly Munro in Ben Hope as well as the iconic mountains Suilven, Arkle and Foinavon. Whisky enthusiasts can enjoy visits to nearby distilleries such as Balblair, Clynelish and Glenmorangie. Keen fisherman are situated at the southern end of the lovely Loch Shin and have a wide choice of scenic trout lochs in the local area. In the immediate area are several other outdoor adventure activities including falconry, bird watching and photography, woodcarving, geology, kayaking, or even dry stone walling. For the true Highland experience you won’t find much better.
Please note: Due to it being wood-fired, the two-person hot tub can take 4-5 hours to fully heat up.
Please note: This property can only accommodate 3-nights minimum.
Note: Loch Dola is free to use by guests as long as they have permission from the owner of Challenger Bothy and four days' notice is needed, a property contact number will be provided pre arrival if you need to call to arrange permission - please do also note that fishing is not permitted on a Sunday and there can be no bank fishing, although a boat can be hired from the Lairg Angling club.
Note: Fishing in Loch Craggie is only allowed with a permit, obtained from the Lairg Angling Club.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas