Dog Friendly Cottages in Wick

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Diane - Verified booking

  The property was located along a farm track (about a quarter of a mile) with a raised bank in the middle.

  We found it difficult in our sports car to navigate the track without causing damage to the underside of the car. We reported this to the owner who arranged for the grass to be cut, however, this wasn't the issue. We think that it should be stated on the website that there is difficulty in accessing the cottage unless you have a 4x4 or car with high ground clearance. We were not able to go out after dark or come back after dark as it would have been impossible to navigate the track. The cottage was not clean (dead flies and insects on the windowsills, mould around the window/door frames, shower head was dirty as was the bath). Most of the window seals had failed so the windows were cloudy and on the first night there was a gale blowing through the bedroom window surround seal which had failed. The toilet seat was ill fitting and loose and the flush was ineffective. We couldn't sit outside as the garden was completely overgrown. Only one of the three wall lights worked. The kitchen hot tap dripped continually. We would definitely not recommend Sykes to anyone as we felt the listing was inaccurate and we would not have booked this had we known in advance about the track and other issues. We have used Holiday Cottages in the past who have been excellent and the properties were as described with no issues. Some were less expensive than this one and some more, it isn't a question of price it's a question of quality and standards.

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• Robert - Verified booking

  We received a warm welcome off the owner Rosemary.

  She made sure we had all we needed to make our first day perfect including a bottle of milk. We were even given fresh eggs from the chickens that are in the garden. The photos don’t do it justice. The annex is beautifully laid out with a huge bathroom and fresh towels. There is a shared utility with washer and dryer, so no having to spend hours when you get home. It is decorated beautifully and has a selection of Books to read whilst you’re there. The views of the sea are amazing. If you are lucky you might see the pod of Minky Whales that are in the area and if you are very lucky and the atmosphere is right Aurora Borealis could light the sky for you. An exceptional holiday let and we can’t wait to go back.

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• Confirmed Guest - Verified booking

  We got the cottage as a last minute booking, for which we paid a discounted price. The cottage was clean and comfortable, with pretty much anything we needed for the stay (it doesn't have wi-fi, which we didn't need, although we did use some mobile data, which was not great reception, but adequate). The property is in easy reach of Wick and Thurso, and all the beautiful and interesting places around. The property owners were extremely welcoming and helpful with tips for where to visit, eating out, etc.And great to see the local curlews and oystercatchers sitting on the garden fence!

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• Rachel - Verified booking

  We had a lovely week away visiting family in Thurso.

  Star Croft was what we needed. There is an almost mile long rough track up to the cottage but most vehicles would be fine traversing it if they do so at a low speed. We loved how isolated the property was...so peaceful. Even saw the Northern Lights. The sofas are a little low in the living room for someone with arthritis but I sat on a couple of cushions that rectified that. The beds were really comfy and there's a brilliant TV for the evenings. We will definitely use here again. Liz was so friendly and helpful. Thanks!!

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• Natalie - Verified booking

  Absolutely perfect stay!

  The accommodation was spotlessly clean, more than big enough, lovely warm and cosy to come back to after blustery beach walks. The chickens were delightful to watch pottering around outside. We really loved our week away and didn't want to come home! Highly recommend and perfect for our little family (baby and dog both agree too haha). Excellent location as well, we will miss those sun rises and sun sets! And we were lucky enough to spot the northern lights! Honestly the perfect week away thank you so much xxxx

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