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Bogindour Cottage

(Ref. 970851)

Tore near Munlochy, Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park Show on map

4.5

Sykes rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

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

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21 Customer Reviews

  • "Ideally situated for touring the black Isle."

    Our doggy Clova loved it. We had a very relaxing time. A lovely country cottage.

    Reviewed by Wilma4.4Jun 2024

  • "Hi really enjoyed my stay it had everything needed including mice not a problem though it’s in the country so to be expected."

    Could do with the gate making a bit wider as it was a struggle to get a day van in . Would definitely recommend it and hopefully stay there again my self some day. Great Dave

    Reviewed by David3.8Jun 2024

  • "The cottage could be lovely however the garden is very unkempt and looks abandonned."

    Not a good first impression when you arrive after driving all day. The lawn wasn't mowed, flower pots growing weeds, terrace area with weeds and bricks lying about and not very inviting. The cleanliness is just about ok: we had to clean some plates and glasses, the fridge is not clean and we found some stuff from previous guests in the freezer ( which we left ) The central heating ( only 2 radiators= one in the utility room and one in the sitting room) is on timer to which you have no control : when I contacted the owner to query about it I was told the heating would come on at 5pm. It didn't but came about 3am and stayed on for several days with no stopping . We tried to switch it off at the sockets but it kept going. There is no heating in the bathroom unless you fire the kitchen range on (which means purchasing vast quantity of wood )We were told that the towel rail radiator in the bathroom could only be on if the wood stove in the sitting room was lit ( so we bought some wood to do so ) : in fact we had the fire on several evenings but still no heating in the bathroom ( hence we concluded that the radiator in the bathroom was linked to the range in the kitchen). We ended up moving one of the plug in electric radiators . The bedrooms are lovely , spacious and comfortable with plug in radiators. Overall , the cottage and garden need some TLC. We were lucky enough to have a couple of days of good weather and there was no where in the garden to sit and have a drink except for a sad looking bench. When the weather turned ( lots of rain and quite cold which you would expect in Scotland) the heating malarckey went on. I paid more that £611 for a week in June and would expect much better than what was delivered.

    Reviewed by Freddy3.1Jun 2024

  • "A delightful cottage, really cosy with lots of traditional elements."

    Loved the log burners and the beautiful roll-top bath. Nice touches with the welcome pack, doggy friendly treats and the history of the cottage and area. We all really enjoyed our escape: children, teenagers, adults and our dog and will definitely be visiting again. Highly recommend this cottage for an escape to the countryside. The birdsong and sheep at the window just made it perfect for us. Thank you

    Reviewed by Tracy Jean5.0Feb 2024

  • "Fantastic cottage."

    Not the owners fault but every plate, dish or spoon we took out the cupboard needed washed first, they were all quite dirty. Not enough utensils for cooking, I had to buy a wooden spoon and whisk and a tray to make lasagne in, tongs would be good. We like cooking. Beautifully decorated and a lovely warm stove. Great location and very helpful owner. Would come again.

    Reviewed by Gail3.4Dec 2023

  • "Arrived Saturday and left on the Sunday due to mice that ate through the bread packaging and into the bread, the crumbs all over inside the bread bin."

    . so i got in touch with the owner myself, no compensation after the amount of money paid. Spoke to the housekeeper who said he thought Dave got rid of them.certainly won,t be booking through Sykes again..Mr A G Paterson.

    Reviewed by Andrew1.9Sep 2023

  • "Bogindour Cottage is the most welcoming to dogs property that we have ever stayed in."

    The dog bed in the bedroom made it clear that the owner had no issue with dogs being upstairs, which was a relief for us dog owners, who have a dog who is used to being allowed to go anywhere at home. We used throws, but didn't need to worry about her being where she shouldn't be, like we usually do on holiday.

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lovely cottage and great location for what we wanted to do."

    Very well equipped and lots of thought put into essential everyday items. Welcome pack was much appreciated. Owner does state gardens are enclosed but not secure for dogs , would have loved to let our dog run free in garden but he is a bit of an escape specialist. Would definitely stay here again though.

    Reviewed by Morven4.7May 2023

  • "Lovely property and everything that we needed and more."

    Very dog friendly and welcoming. Thank you for a lovely stay.

    Reviewed by Gerald4.4Apr 2023

  • "I had a wonderful stay in Bogindour Cottage."

    It's a beautiful cottage; cosy, warm, characterful, well appointed and lovingly furnished. And so dog friendly. The owners have done a great job with the renovations. Well located for many walks and beaches; highly recommended.

    Reviewed by Angela5.0Dec 2022

  • "Absolutely brilliant week so sad to leave"

    Reviewed by Deborah5.0Oct 2022

  • "Excellent accommodation would highly recommend for both comfort and being dog friendly"

    Reviewed by Nora5.0Sep 2022

  • "Absolutely love this house, kitchen being our favourite room."

    Definitely be back. Also finally found an indestructible ball for our four legged dude. He loved the toy box and outside. Thank you for sharing your home with us all.

    Reviewed by Kate4.7Sep 2022

  • "Pretty much perfect!"

    Reviewed by David5.0Sep 2022

  • "We absolutely love Bogindour Cottage."

    This was our second stay here and we are already thinking about when we can have our third. Bogindour is always beautifully presented on arrival and the welcome pack is very much appreciated after a day long journey to get there. The local manager Jacquie couldn't be more friendly, helpful and knowledgable. Our sons love Bogindour and have started learning chess after discovering the wooden chess set in the kitchen on our first visit. This is something they have kept up and was the first thing they wanted to do on our second visit. Perhaps most importantly though is that our 3 year old collie Kuri absolutely loves Bogindour. From the moment we first arrived, she was so happy, bouncing about, tail high in the air. She always has a great time and if she's so happh and at ease then we know that it is a great place to be. We can't wait to come back.

    Reviewed by Brian5.0Aug 2022

  • "Generally faultless."

    We would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone wish to stay in the area. One suggestion is that a fifth chair for the dining/kitchen table would have been helpful

    Reviewed by Keith5.0Jul 2022

  • "Bogindour cottage is a lovely well kept holiday cottage, we had a lovely 3 day stay and my only gripe is that we did not have longer in Bogindour as 3 days is not enough time for visiting the lovely beaches and places of interest like Fort George ,not to mention the great golf courses ."

    . Can't wait to return to Bogindour cottage again

    Reviewed by Virginia3.8Jul 2022

  • "A genuinely dog friendly cottage, with dog mats, toys, goodies and other essentials."

    Our dog did not know which toy to play with first. Enough quirkiness in the heating and cooking systems to keep the grown ups occupied. Well located for Inverness, Black Isle, airport, walks and cycle rides. Would love to come up again

    Reviewed by Daniel5.0Jun 2022

  • "Thank you so much, what a lovely property, such beautiful memories made and exceeded our expectations."

    We could have stayed forever!

    Reviewed by Mark5.0May 2022

  • "We loved our time at Bogindour, we only wish it could have been longer!"

    It's a beautiful home and very well thought out, especially for its four legged guests. Our dog was happy and relaxed from the moment we arrived and that tells us a lot about the place! The listing mentions possible road noise from the nearby A9, but we found that it wasn't really noticeable from inside the house. It was fascinating to read through the book which shows all the work the owners have done to the house over the last few years, and the care and attention really shines through once inside...and the heat from the kitchen range is amazing through the whole house! We had the perfect short break and we can't wait until our next visit to Bogindour!

    Reviewed by Brian5.0Apr 2022

  • "This wee cottage is lovely."

    The decor and finishing touches were right up my street. We had a great time. Thanks

    Reviewed by Gillian5.0Apr 2022

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single
  • Ground-floor bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner with multifuel range
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating with range and woodburning stove
  • Esse Ironheart range with oven and hob, electric double oven, double induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, washing machine
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture
  • Pet-friendly - be aware of grazing livestock in surrounding fields
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 2.9 miles
  • Note: There are steps in the garden, please take care
  • Note: The ceiling on the first floor is sloped, please mind your head
  • Note: Due to the property's close proximity to the A9, traffic noise can be heard, please consider this when booking
  • Please note: This property can only accept weekly bookings with a Saturday changeover
  • Please inquire with the owner for any different changeover days

The property

Enjoying the impressive countryside of the Scottish Highlands in Tore near Munlochy is the delightful, detached, Bogindour Cottage.

A quaint base for a family of five's holiday in this stunning part of Scotland, Bogindour Cottage sits within easy reach of the city of Inverness and its attractions.

As you arrive at the property, you will be pleased to find generous, off-road space for up to three cars, along with gorgeous views of the surrounding country.

After parking up, head inside the property to be greeted by a pleasant kitchen/diner, where the chef of the group can get busy whipping up culinary delights with the ample appliances available, including a traditional multifuel Esse Ironheart range, alongside an electric double oven and induction hob.

The utility can be found nearby and hosts a handy washer, airer and fridge/freezer, for added convenience. After tucking into a delicious dinner together, move through the property to the welcoming sitting room, where plush seating entices you to unwind in front of the TV and flames of the woodburning Morso Squirrel stove.

As the day comes to an end, progress upstairs to find three delightfully appointed bedrooms, with two of these consisting of doubles and the latter bedroom comprising a single.

Completing the property's interior is a fabulous, ground-floor bathroom, where you will be left feeling spoilt for choice when it comes to readying yourself for the day ahead, courtesy of the freestanding cast iron bath and separate walk-in shower.

The cottage sits within a lovely garden, where your canine companion can stretch their legs on the lush lawn, and you can enjoy dining alfresco on the patio.

Be aware there are often grazing animals in the surrounding fields.

Travel a short distance to Munlochy, where not only your amenities can be found, including the bar/restaurant of The Allangrange, and local store, but also walks of the Munlochy Clootie Well and Woodland Trail, along with access to the Munlochy Bay Viewpoint and an adventure park can be found.

Enjoy an outing in Muir of Ord, where the golfing fans can enjoy a round of eighteen-holes at the local club, those wanting to taste the fine tipples of Scotland can tour the Singleton of Glen Ord Distillery, and walkers can traverse the dramatic area of Ord Hill.

Spend some time exploring Inverness, with its stunning sights of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and The Ness Islands, along with the historic delights of Inverness Castle, Cathedral and the Inverness Museum & Art Gallery ready to be explored.

Discover more of the wider area, with Beauly, Drumnadrochit, Nairn and Rosemarkie (a must for dolphin spotting at Chanonry Point) resting within easy reach and offering plenty to see and do!

There is so much joy to be had at Bogindour Cottage.

EPC Rating: Band E

EPC Rating: Band E

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

MUNLOCHY

Inverness 8.1 miles; Rosemarkie 11.4 miles; Beauly 14.4 miles

Perched at the head of Munlocky Bay in the Black Isle is the small and charming village of Munlochy. Boasting a 4-star hotel which houses a bar and restaurant, ideal for a delicious bite to eat, a beautiful church, two-well stocked convenience stores for picking up any essentials and a scenic woodland trail set along the Bug Burn. Be sure to venture to the mysterious Munlochy Clootie Well surrounded by past treasures and lush woodlands. Take a leisurely stroll up to the Munlochy Bay Viewpoint, where you will have expansive views out to the bay and the Moray Firth. For a memorable day out, pay a visit to the Wildwoodz Adventure Park, where you can participate in an excellent selection of outdoor activities, including archery, axe throwing, paintballing and laser tag. Nearby is the town of Fortrose, offering a picturesque harbour where dolphins can be spotted from the Chanonry Point and an excellent golf club with stunning views. The neighbouring village of Rosemarkie offers a beautiful sandy beach where you can paddle the waters or grab a bite from the café.

Please be aware that there are disruptions on the A9 which goes out of Inverness, this is due to road works and is expected to last the next 4 months. There are easy to follow diversions in place.

Please note: This property can only accept weekly bookings with a Saturday changeover. Please inquire with the owner for any different changeover days.