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19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.

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En hyggelig stue med en pejs af sten, møbler i træ og en reol.
En hyggelig stue med pejs, sofa, klaver og spisebord.
En hvid bygning med blå skodder og en have med forskellige blomster og planter.
Et hus med hvide facader og mange vinduer, under en nattehimmel med stjerner og et farverigt nordlys.
Et værelse med et stort vindue der kigger ud på en have med træbænke.

Anmeldelser

10 ud af 10.
Enestående

Højdepunkter

  • Pejs
    Et sjældent fund – hyg dig foran en varm og indbydende pejs.
  • Enestående udsigt og uforglemmelige øjeblikke
    Gæsterne synes godt om beliggenheden med en malerisk udsigt.
4 soveværelser3 badeværelserPlads til 10 personer

Populære faciliteter

  • Mulighed for parkering på stedet
  • Køkken
  • Vaskemaskine
  • Grill
  • Have
  • Gratis Wi-Fi

Udforsk området

Åbn kort
Evanton
  • Place, Fyrish Monument
    ‪2 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪32 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪45 min. kørsel‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪41 min. kørsel‬

Sovepladser

4 soveværelser (10 sovepladser)

Kontor 1

1 sovesofa (dobbeltseng)

Soveværelse 1

1 kingsize-seng

Soveværelse 2

1 queensize-seng

Soveværelse 4

1 queensize-seng

Soveværelse 5

2 enkeltsenge

3 badeværelser

Badeværelse 1

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Badekar eller brusekabine · Badekar · Toilet · Kun brusekabine · Shampoo · Hårtørrer

Badeværelse 2

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Badekar · Toilet · Kun brusekabine · Shampoo

Badeværelse 3

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Badekar eller brusekabine · Badekar · Toilet · Shampoo

Områder

Veranda eller hawaiiansk terrasse
Køkken
Have
Spiseområde

Om overnatningsstedet

19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.

Et smukt møller fra det 19. århundrede, der ligger i sin egen store have med en fantastisk udsigt over Cromarty Firth. I vores familie i over 50 år og tilgængelig fra maj 2020. For nylig renoveret interiør med 4 soveværelser med dobbeltsenge, 3 badeværelser, fuldt udstyret stort køkken og spiseplads, separat vaskerum / spisestue, meget stor stue med åben kamin, TV-stue. 500 meter fra vores andre 5-stjernede lejebolig. Ideel til familiegrupper, der besøger Skotlands højland.

Vi har været Homeaway-værter i flere år, i Skotland og i London, og har nu tilføjet dette familiehus til vores 5-stjernede klassificerede lister.

Huset ligger i sin egen store have med åbne marker foran og en lille træ og sø bag, ca. 1 km fra landsbyen Evanton. Det har en fantastisk udsigt foran ned over Cromarty Firth og bagud til Fyrish Hill med dens berømte monument. Black Rock Gorge, der er optaget i Harry Potter og Goblet of Fire, ligger kun 10 minutters gang fra hotellet.

Sovepladser: Sommerhuset er ideelt egnet til store familiegrupper og sover op til 10 gæster. Det har to store soveværelser i stueetagen (et med king size seng, et med to enkeltsenge, der kan flyttes sammen), et komplet badeværelse med separat bruser og badekar, og et andet badeværelse med stort brusebad. Ovenpå er der yderligere to soveværelser (et med dobbeltseng, et med to enkeltsenge, der kan flyttes sammen), et badeværelse med badekar og toilet og et tv-stue med en dobbelt sovesofa. Alt sengelinned og håndklæder leveres.

Det store køkken og spiseplads er fuldt udstyret til 10 gæster med service, bestik, opvaskemaskine, te og kaffe osv. Fra køkkenet er der et vaskerum med vaskemaskine og separat tørretumbler. Det vigtigste køkkenvindue kigger ud mod baghaven, hvor du ofte kan se hjorte og fasaner, mens du spiser din morgenmad

Den store stue løber hele hyttens længde med en smuk gammel sten åben pejs i den ene ende. En glasdør fører ud til den forreste græsplæne, hvor du kan nyde de lange sommeraftener.

Sommerhuset har alle de bekvemmeligheder, du kan forvente: hårtørrer, strygejern og strygebræt, tv, wifi. Og gæsterne finder også et udvalg af udetøj til deres brug i verandaen: vandtætte frakker, vandresko og støvler.

Sommerhuset ligger 25 minutters kørsel nord for Inverness. Gæster har virkelig brug for deres eget køretøj, da hytten ligger 1. 5 km ad bakke uden for centrum af landsbyen Evanton og de nærmeste butikker og det lokale busstoppested.

Den nærmeste lufthavn er Inverness (INV), der betjenes af EasyJet- og British Airways-flyvninger fra London og en daglig KLM-flyvning fra Amsterdam. Den nærmeste hovedbanestation er Inverness, med sovende tog natten over fra London Euston Station. Lejebiler er tilgængelige begge steder. Det er en 35-40 minutters kørsel fra lufthavnen / stationen til hytten.

Edinburgh (EDI) lufthavn, der har mange flere fly, er en smuk 3 1/2 times kørsel op gennem Cairngorms. Aberdeen (ABZ) lufthavn er 3 timer (men på en meget mindre behagelig vej).

Tilføj datoer for priser

Lignende overnatningssteder

Husregler

Indtjekning efter kl. 16.00
Minimumsalder for lejere: 25
Udtjekning inden kl. 10.00
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Børn

Børn i alderen 0-17 år er tilladt
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Begivenheder

Arrangementer er ikke tilladt
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Kæledyr

Kæledyr er ikke tilladt
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Rygning

Rygning er ikke tilladt

Udtjekningsinstruktioner

Værten kræver, at du gør følgende, inden du tjekker ud:
Fyld og start opvaskemaskinen
Fjern personlige genstande, fjern resterende mad og drikkevarer, og tag skraldet ud
Sluk lyset, lås dørene, og aflever nøglerne
Hvis du ikke udfører disse, kan det resultere i en negativ anmeldelse fra værten.
Please note that the Cottage base price is for 4 guests, and that there is an Additional Guest Fee of £20/additional guest/night above that.

Vigtige oplysninger

Godt at vide

Overnatningsstedets registreringsnummer HI-20016-P
Overnatningsstedets nr.: 10618915
Dette overnatningssted administreres af en privat vært (en person, der ikke udlejer som virksomhed eller erhverv). EUs forbrugerlov, herunder fortrydelsesret, gælder ikke for din reservation. Din reservation er dog dækket af din private værts afbestillingsregler.
Gebyrer for ekstra opredninger kan forekomme og varierer afhængigt af overnatningsstedets politik
Gyldigt billed-ID og kreditkort, debetkort eller kontant depositum kan være påkrævet ved indtjekning til dækning af påløbende udgifter
Særlige ønsker afhænger af tilgængelighed ved indtjekning og kan medføre ekstra gebyrer. Særlige ønsker kan ikke garanteres
Fester og events for grupper er strengt forbudt på stedet
Værten har angivet, at der er en kuliltealarm på overnatningsstedet
Værten har angivet, at der er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet
Overnatningsstedets sikkerhedsforanstaltninger inkluderer brandslukker, førstehjælpskasse og lås med dødbolt

Om området

Dingwall

Denne feriebolig befinder sig i Dingwall i landlige omgivelser og ved en flod. Dingwall Museum og Invergordon Mural Trail er nogle af de kulturelle seværdigheder, mens et par eksempler på de oplevelser, du kan udforske i området, er Dingwall Leisure Centre og Invergordon Arts Centre. Invergordon Leisure Centre og Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park er også et besøg værd. Udforsk områdets muligheder for oplevelser på, i og ved vandet såsom motorbådssejlads og sejlads i nærheden, eller nyd godt af den fri natur ved at kaste dig ud i mulighederne hvad angår ridning og jagt.
Kort
Evanton

Hvad ligger i nærheden?

  • Fyrish Monument - 2 min. kørsel - 1.7 km
  • Inverness Castle - 32 min. kørsel - 35.5 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 33 min. kørsel - 35.8 km
  • Culloden Battlefield - 39 min. kørsel - 44.6 km
  • Loch Ness - 45 min. kørsel - 54.0 km

Sådan kommer du rundt

  • Alness Station - 11 min. kørsel
  • Inverness (INV) - 37 min. kørsel

Restauranter

  • ‪Cafe India - ‬7 min. kørsel
  • ‪Miss Ying Thai - ‬10 min. kørsel
  • ‪Chilli Masala - ‬10 min. kørsel
  • ‪Highland Farm Cafe - ‬7 min. kørsel
  • ‪The Mallard - ‬11 min. kørsel

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

Er 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret. et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?

Nej, kæledyr er ikke tilladt på dette overnatningssted.

Hvad koster det at overnatte hos 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.?

Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret. den 21. feb. 2027 starter fra 6.956 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 21. sep. 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.

Hvor meget koster parkering hos 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.?

Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.

Hvornår er indtjekning på 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.?

Indtjekning starter kl. 16.00.

Hvornår er udtjekning på 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.?

Udtjekning er kl. 10.00.

Hvor ligger 19. århundrede Millers Cottage med fantastisk udsigt, smukt renoveret.?

Dette feriested ligger ved vandet, kun 1,7 km fra Fyrish Monument og ca. 10 km fra Alness Golf Club og Dalmore Distillery. Derudover ligger Tulloch Castle og Dingwall Leisure Centre ca. 15 km derfra.

Anmeldelser

10

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10/10

Rengøring

10/10

Indtjekning

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Området

10/10

Annoncens rigtighed

Anmeldelser

Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Quiet, beautiful location. Lovely for a family holiday.
Overnattede 7 nætter i april 2026
Svar fra VrboOwner den 23. apr. 2026
Thanks for the kind words and for leaving the Cottage clean and tiday! Would love to welcome you or friends of yours back one day.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
This is a special place, beautiful and interesting. The house and grounds are spacious and the view is stunning. Balavoulin is one of the best VRBO homes we’ve rented. Highly recommended!
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2026
Svar fra VrboOwner den 13. jun. 2026
Thank you so much for your very kind review! It was a real pleasure to host such appreciative and carIng guests, and we would love to welcome you back again!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Great stay, will come again!

Greate cottage in a nice area. Vey good comunication with the owerner. Would come again.
Overnattede 9 nætter i juli 2024
Svar fra VrboOwner den 21. aug. 2024
A pleasure to host you Marcus - haste ye back!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Balavoulin Cottage

The prefect place for the Scotland feel. Just what we were looking for. Will rate this wonderful home a 10.Sherry Hill
Overnattede 4 nætter i maj 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 26. maj 2025
Thank you for the kind comments Sherry, and for being such good guests! Would love to host you again!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

A perfect stay in the north of Scotland!

A beautiful cottage just outside Evanton.We immediately felt at home. Not just because of the cottage but also thanks to the beautiful surroundings. The host was very friendly and cooperative!
Overnattede 8 nætter i april 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fantastic Evanton

We had a very good stay, Everything worked perfect. The enviromnt in the local area was excellent
Overnattede 5 nætter i juli 2023
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Lovely cottage with beautiful view of the firth

Perfect for a group of all ages with upstairs and downstairs bedrooms and bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and three sitting areas, two with views of the Firth of Cromarty. Piers was a very helpful host, responding quickly to our enquiries. We would love to stay again and see more of the area.
Overnattede 3 nætter i august 2021
Svar fra VrboOwner den 20. aug. 2021
Thanks for the very kind review Ann. Glad you had a good stay and would be delighted to host you again!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
In short: Perfect! What a friendly welcome by Piers Cumberledge and his daughter Angela! Our hosts were very helpful in every aspect throughout our stay! Balavoulin cottage is such a successful mixture of a charming old house at a most beautiful site and all modern amenities you need for totally relaxing holidays. We enjoyed the cottage so much! A wonderful experience!
Overnattede 8 nætter i august 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fantastic Home and much more than the photos on VRBO..

We will be back. Perfect location especially if you want to travel in the Highlands. Perfect for family and friends and if you want quite time the size makes it easy to find! The Evanton Woods are a wonderland! Finally the owner is easy to work with and is a fine fellow’.
Overnattede 20 nætter i juli 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 15. aug. 2022
Many thanks for your kind comments Mike! And so glad that we were finally able to honour your booking and host you in the Highlands after two years of covid delays! Safe travels - and look forward to welcoming you again.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

A wonderful experience

So much to like - a beautiful house in a serene setting, but still close to a charming village, and with easy access to sightseeing in all directions. Very comfortable living arrangements, with a kitchen and dining room that invite cooking and eating in.
Overnattede 5 nætter i oktober 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 20. okt. 2023
Thanks for the really kind review Jim; great to host you all! And thank you for leaving the place impeccably clean!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Charming family cottage

It’s a lovely cottage. Very wellsnd equipped with everything you need. A pretty rural location with a great sense of space and freedom, nature abounding. Lovely views. The house is large and full of delightful personal details - great art on the walls etc.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 16. jul. 2023
Many thanks for your kind review Peter. Great to host you and the family and hope to welcome you back one day.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Beautiful, peaceful house in the country

We really enjoyed our stay at Balavoulin. It is very spacious, beautifully renovated, clean, and has all the amenities - dishwasher, washer-dryer etc. It's clear this is a well loved family home with lots of character. There are loads of walking trails nearby to explore which made a nice change from our Edinburgh walk-up! Wish we could stay longer.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juli 2020
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Juli 2022

we had a wonderful week in Millers Cottage.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 25. jul. 2022
Thank you for staying at Balavoulin and hope the rest of your holiday was equally wonderful!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, annoncens rigtighed

Golfing in the North

This was an outstanding cottage for our foursome of wandering aged golfers. The most well equipped kitchen of any home I’ve rented and scrupulously clean. Sitting by the fire after a day on the links was bliss
Overnattede 4 nætter i september 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 14. sep. 2023
Thank you for your very kind review, Bob! It was a pleasure to host you and your golfing friends, and I hope we may do so again!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Wonderful Cottage

Perfect for our group. Beautiful home, nicely equipped, plenty of space. Beds comfy, shower powerful, yard nicely kept. Historic feel with all the modern amenities. Amazing views, especially at sunrise. The host was thoughtful, kind and responsive to any inquiries. So thankful for the flexibility.
Overnattede 11 nætter i oktober 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 14. nov. 2022
Thanks so much for the very kind review, Karen. Such a pity that you and the family were unwell while you were at the cottage, and happy to have been able to give you some extra time to recover. Do come back again to do the rest of the Highland sightseeing that you missed this time!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fabulous in every way!

Beautiful home with everything you could possibly need (except perhaps a cheese knife). Very comfortable with a beautiful relaxing view from every room. Some wonderful walks in the area and a great location for day trips across the Highlands. Highly recommend!
Overnattede 16 nætter i oktober 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 6. nov. 2023
Thank you for your very kind review, Maggie. It was a pleasure to host you and your party. (And I have just ordered a cheese knife in the hope that will entice you to come and stay again!)
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

10 Star place

Amazing farm house. Well stocked and comfortable settings. True gem. Quiet with walks nearby. Piers, Diane and Chris are wonderful hosts. High recommend.
Overnattede 6 nætter i maj 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 7. jun. 2023
Thank you Pamela and family for being such charming, thoughtful and appreciative guests! May I wish other hosts the pleasure of having you to stay. (And may I hope you will come back to visit Balavoulin again.)
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Lovely Cottage in the Scottish Highlands

Amazing authentic cottage in the highlands of Scotland. Beautiful gardens surround the cottage. The only regret we have is not staying longer. Very clean and comfortable with great attention to detail taken by the Host. We hope to be able to come back one day and stay longer! The Blankenships, USA
Overnattede 4 nætter i april 2024
Svar fra VrboOwner den 1. maj 2024
Thank you for the very kind review, Vicki and Arthur! It was a real pleasure to host such appreciative, friendly, and careful guests. You would be most welcome back!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Outstanding

The perfect rural highlands cottage for up to 8 people…. Well equipped and an outstanding location surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens. There is no flaw….
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 2. jul. 2023
Thanks for the very kind review Neil. Delighted to have hosted you and your family for your exploration of the Highlands - and for your contribution to the local Celtic music scene! Hope the rest if your trip goes well and that maybe we can welcome you and the family back one day.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

A perfect Highland

Amazing! A beautiful property with wonderful views. Two families travelling with teenage boys, this cottage gave everyone the space and amenities that they needed and more. Our host was responsive, considerate and patient. We hated to leave the peace and comfort of this spot! Thank you, Piers…we hope to come back again!
Overnattede 5 nætter i juli 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 13. jul. 2023
It is always so rewarding to feel the cottage is being stayed in by such friendly, appreciative and caring guests, and that it can be a comfortable base for exploring the region. Thank you for staying, Kelley and your group, and hope to welcome you back another time.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Don't hesitate, book this stay!

I cannot say enough about Piers and his amazing cottage in Evanton. The house is adorable, the views from each window are amazing, and our host, Piers, was very attentive. This house has everything you need. It's tucked away for plenty of privacy, but close enough to town to get food and visit the local shops. I highly recommend the Scottish Breakfast at Batty's Baps in Dingwall. And at the end of your day of travels, you can head back to the cottage and play cards while warming by the fireplace in the family room. The beds are comfy, and the kitchen is well supplied for all types of cooking. We will certainly stay here again when in the area :)
Overnattede 6 nætter i november 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 2. dec. 2022
Thank you for your very kind words, Deanna! It was a real pleasure to host you for your Highland visit, and would be great to welcome you back another time. Wishing you and the family a happy holiday period!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Heaven

This was the perfect place for a peaceful, quite, slowed down holiday. It was a great contrast from being in the middle of St. Andrews or Edinburg. This is the country and we loved it. We had some home cooked meals and some cozy game nights by the fire. This made a fabulous home base while we explored the west coast highlands and played some golf. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone interested in some time in the country. It is not unlikely that I will be back, I'm dreaming of it at least!
Overnattede 7 nætter i maj 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 25. maj 2023
Hi David, thanks to you and your party for staying and hope to welcome you back one day!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Lovely, peaceful home near Inverness

Balavoulin House is a beautiful, updated centuries-old home close to Inverness and Black Isle. The house has a fully equipped kitchen with everything you could need, three modern bathrooms and four comfortable bedrooms. The views from the house are stunning and you feel like you are in a little paradise away from the hustle and bustle. The Coop in Evanston had everything we needed and we often visited the nearby Storehouse for lunches and afternoon teas. Dornoch and Ullapool were an hour or so away and must visit. Piers was a delightful and attentive host and we would be so happy to have the opportunity to visit again in the future. Many thanks for your hospitality, Piers!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 10. jul. 2025
Thanks so much for the very kind review Sharon! It was lovely to host you and do hope we may be able to welcome you or friends of yours again!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Perfect Country Home

Immaculate cleanliness. Well stocked. Be sure to take the walk recommended very nearby to the Gorge. Our group wants to to return for a longer stay. Just Perfect. Kitchen has Everything. The view was wonderful sitting on the couch, looking out the window across beautiful field and the Firth. Literally and Figuratively “picture perfect”.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juli 2023
Svar fra VrboOwner den 16. jul. 2023
Thanks for your kind comments Michael and glad you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Fremragende

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Gorgeous

House and location could hardly be better. Greatest communication with the owner. Excellent base for day trips (Spey side area, east coast, west coast) and nice local hikes (we went up to the Fyrish twice to enjoy the fantastic view). The house is perfectly equipped (even a salad spinner!) and we loved sitting outside in the beautiful garden with view to the black island. We only had a week which was way too short. Would love to come back!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
Svar fra VrboOwner den 26. jul. 2022
Thanks so much for the very kind comments - and glad the salad spinner hit the spot😉! Do please come back again, and share any photos for our Instagram account @balavoulin_cottage.

Om værten

Vært: Piers Cumberlege

Værtens profilbillede
This is a relatively recent listing for another family property that we have renovated following the departure of a family friend tenant, joining the two others that have all been in our family for generations. These are our personal homes, and we love welcoming leisure and business travellers in each location, when we ourselves are away. The reviews will show you that we really do want to offer you a homelike experience in a place with nice family furniture, our own books and belongings - not an impersonal letting property.

Our whole family have been described as global nomads, having lived and travelled extensively around the world. We have long experience of and affection for emerging economies, in which we have lived, studied, invested and done business.

Although it may sound a bit corny, the notion of lifelong learning is strong for us all - probably the closest thing to a motto, along with a strong focus on values and human dignity. We welcome all people here, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, dis/ability, etc.

Derfor valgte værten dette overnatningssted

Ideal for family groups visiting the Highlands of Scotland, and fully equipped for staycations/Work From Home)

A beautiful 19th century miller's cottage, standing in its own large garden with stunning views over Cromarty Firth. In our family for over 50 years. Fully renovated interior with 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, fully equipped large kitchen and dining area, separate laundry room/larder, very large sitting room with open fireplace, TV room with sofa bed. 500 metres from our other 5 star rental cottage.

Several wonderful varied walks right next to the cottage to keep you exercised during your stay - here are just some examples! Along the Glass River from the Black Rock Gorge down to Evanton village (1 hour round trail - mainly flat); Up the top of Fyrish hill and the Monument (2 1/2 hours round trail - steady climb); along the shore of Loch Glass (30 minutes to 3 hours - mostly flat); along the shore of Cromarty Firth from Kiltearn Church (45 minutes - gentle flat stroll).

Derfor er dette overnatningssted unikt

Situated on the famous North Coast 500 route, we are ideally placed as a base to explore the Highlands. Just twenty kilometres north of Inverness and the amenities of the city, but the pleasure of the country, with easy access to Loch Ness itself.

Deer, stoats, pheasants, woodpeckers are among regular visitors in the cottage garden (as you can see from the photos of deer taken on 30 June 2020). Balavoulin is a rural cottage and surrounded by beautiful flower gardens so on occasion, and despite our best efforts, a stray bug, spider, or other nature-loving creature may wander inside, especially if a door is left open.

Note that the cottage itself is a 25 minute walk from shops in the centre of Evanton village - it is not really practical to stay here without your own vehicle.

A beautiful road leads off to the West Coast and the Isle of Skye. Or head up the East Coast right to the tip of Great Britain.

Evanton also has some of its own features:
• Fyrish Monument. This is the stone ruin you can see on top of the nearest hill. It represents the gates of Negapatam in India and was built in 1782 by General Sir Hector Munro, a local landowner, in order to provide employment for local people. There is a path up to the monument on the other side of the hill.

• The Black Rock Gorge, just 1/2 km further up the Glenglass Road, is a very deep and narrow natural river gorge. It is a rather spooky place and was used for filming one of the scenes in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

• Ben Wyvis is a small mountain (big for Scotland) between Evanton and Dingwall to the north. It is a Nature Reserve and can be walked. Despite only being 1000 metres high, some parts of the mountain have snow all year round.

There are also many great places to walk just in the nearby countryside and guests will find links to trails we and others have loaded onto Wikiloc in the house manual.

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engelsk, fransk, tysk, italiensk, russisk
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