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Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500

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Exterior
Front view of Morrisons Cottage
front view of Morrisons cottage
View of cottage from the hill behind
Single track road to cottage
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 45 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Near Bettyhill, Thurso, SCT
  • Popular LocationStrathnaver Museum13 min walk
  • Popular LocationFarr Beach12 min drive
  • Popular LocationTorrisdale Beach31 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500

Why not sit in the comfort of the living room with roaring log burner or look out the window enjoying stunning valley views. Alternatively stand at the front door and soak up the view of the Rocky coastline, cliffs and surrounding farmland. You may even find the odd sheep/lamb, chicken or hen wandering in the garden.

The house is only a few minutes drive from the very popular surfing beaches of Farr and Strathy and also near the village of Bettyhill where visitors can go for a dip in the public swimming pool or relax in their steam room or Jacuzzi.

For those guests travelling with young children you are never far from farm animals , but you only have to walk out to the next door neighbour's garden to see chickens, hens, goats, horses and ponys.

Located just off the North Coast 500 tourist route and only a short drive to the ferry of Scrabster terminal to visit Orkney. Near by is the large town of Thurso and further a field is the tourist destination of John O Groats.

Other points of interest nearby are the natural wonder of Smoo Cave, Durness, Dunnethead and Dunnethead Lighthouse (which is the most northerly point of the UK), Cocoa Mountain chocolate factory and beautiful Reay Golf Course.

Kirtomy Cottage (historically called Morrisons cottage due to this being in the Morrison family) has been passed down through 4 generations of our family. It is believed to be around 200 years old and there are many photos, postcards, letters and old items in the house that date back to 1919 (including wartime photos)

However due to work commitments the majority of these family are only able to visit once a year. By renting the cottage we are able to make enough money to maintain the cottage and hopefully get to enjoy this for many more years.

VIDEO OF HOUSE AVAILABLE AT YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/jOQ_2VFRn2Y

You can also see more information about our house on our own website, kirtomycottage.com.

Full details :

ONE bedroom cottage with bathroom, kitchen and living room.

Ideally suited for 2 adults and 2 children (children sleeping on pull down beds).

On viewing the house from the front, the bedroom located on the left of the house and living room on the right. The kitchen is located at the rear of the house and is accessed via the living room or rear entrance.

The bathroom is located adjacent to the front door, off the hallway.

Facilities include;

Main Bedroom ****Sleeps up to 4**** King size bed (2 adults), 2 x fold down beds (ideally for children), wardrobe and chest drawers.

Living Room ****Can sleep 2 for occasional stop over***** Double sofa which pulls out into a sofa bed for occasional use (1 adults/2 children), second sofa beside window.
Log burner, Freeview TV, DVD player, ipod player,.

As the property is used by our family there is also additional items like a foldable travel cot and baby booster feeding seat (straps into dining chair) available for families with young children, however you might be more comfortable bringing your own.

Kitchen - Fold out dining table (4 seats), ceramic hob, oven, washing machine, fridge freezer, kettle, toaster, microwave, slow cooker , iron & ironing board.

Bathroom - Electric shower, wash hand basin, toilet, hairdryer.
There is a shelving area which has a hoover, bucket and mop, Books, board games and clothes horse for drying those wet items on those damp days ;-)

WiFi - 3g WiFi available within the house.

Outside - large front garden with stunning views of the valley and sea. Three sides are surrounded by a dyke wall. There is no wall at the front of the garden, with a small drop down to the single track road. This should be born in mind for young children playing in the garden.

There is a patio area beside the kitchen as well as a small grass area. Surrounded by acres of wild grazzing land. There are no fences or walls at the rear of the house so you will see sheep grazing literally on your back garden.

Outside table and benches, 2 folding chairs and a charcoal bbq. You will need to bring charcoal.

Log store containing kiln dried wood. This is not for guest use. A supply of wood will be left in the house on arrival. We kindly ask that if you require anymore fuel for stove to please buy coal/wood from local shops.

PETS - Pets are welcome free of charge, however not permitted on furniture/beds. Please respect our home and other guests who may have allergies.
This area is crofters land and cattle/sheep roam freely and often will enter the garden area, so only well behaved pets are advised to stay here.

CHECK IN -1600 hours. If an earlier check in time is required this should be requested via email nearer the time of arrival. If the house is free it won't be a problem.

CHECK OUT -1000 hours. A later check out can requested and will be considered if there are no other bookings that day.

Due to the remoteness of the area the cleaning company need time to travel between holiday rentals in the area. As we have a short turn around for guests to maximise their time on holiday we request that guests leave our home as they find it. There is plenty of cleaning products within the house to keep the house tidy and assist the local cleaner who only has a few hours.

Bedding will be supplied for guests stated on booking request.

PUBS/BARS - There are 2 pubs in the nearby village which is about a 5 minutes drive.

SHOPPING - There is only 1 local shop (post office) which is about a 5 minute drive/ 45 min walk that you can purchase basic goods and alcohol.

Thurso is about 40 minutes drive and there you will find butchers, bakers etc and 3 large supermarkets (Tesco, Lidl and Co-Operative)

Our neighbours have fresh eggs available daily.

DELIVERY - Groceries can be purchased online with Tesco and delivered to the house. Prices for delivery range from £1.50 which can be booked 20 days in advance.

Please note that this house is not suitable for people with walking difficulties or with assisted mobility and wheelchairs will not fit through the property entrances.

This area is also classed as a silent area between 2300 hours and 0700 hours therefore guests should respect this.

Many thanks
Jayne Higgins

Property manager

Jayne
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
No pets are allowed on the furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are allowed, however any signs of pets on the furniture will result in loss of deposit. Please be aware of other guests who may have allergies.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Property Registration Number HI-00377-F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Thurso

Located in Thurso, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Strathnaver Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sgeir Bhagain and Aigeach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Near Bettyhill, Thurso, SCT

What's nearby

  • Strathnaver Museum - 13 min walk
  • Farr Beach - 12 min drive
  • Strathy Bay - 29 min drive
  • Torrisdale Beach - 31 min drive
  • Durness Beach - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cafe at Bettyhill - 6 min drive
  • The Store Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Eilean Neave Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Coast Coffee - 4 min drive
  • Cote Du Nord - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kirtomy Cottage, Kirtomy, near Bettyhill, Thurso and NC500 located?

This family-friendly Thurso cottage is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Sgeir Bhagain, Aigeach and Sgeir an Eilean. Swordly Loch and Strathnaver Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

christopher a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slow kirtomy
Slow pace holiday , great cottage , really homely and just right thanks so much
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, everything you need, modernised without spoiling the character of cottage, stunning location
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traditional cottage
Lovely quiet traditional cottage in quiet hamlet. Well equipped with everything you need for a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kirtomy Cottage
Gorgeous cottage, lovely original features and updates for comfort. The remote setting was so peaceful, beautiful views and gardens to enjoy when sun shines.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay at Kirtomy Cottage
We had a really enjoyable week at Kirtomy Cottage. It was really homely and lovely to go back to after a days walking. Contact with the host was superb. Our only problem was the neighbour never had any eggs, however there are plenty of egg points locally.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jayne

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Hi, welcome to Kirtomy Cottage in Kirtomy.

This cottage has been in my family for over 150 years. It has passed through the generations and is currently owned by my mum Margaret McArthur, my aunt Isabel Moore and myself Jayne Higgins.

Within the house you will notice old postcards, letters and photos of family members at the cottage.

I work full time as an NHS nurse and along with my extended family we are 300 miles away from the cottage, therefore only use it during holidays.

Renting the house out for a few months of the year generates a small income which allows us to maintain this very old house and keep it in the family for many more years.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. As I work shifts I may not be able to answer my phone therefore email is always my preferred method of contact.

Jayne

Why they chose this property

Traditional Scottish croft house with the added comfort of modern touches. Splendid views of the sea from the front garden or valley views from the living room.

What makes this property unique

Stay in a typical crofters home but with modern looks and facilities.
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