About this property
Stable Cottage is set in the beautiful open countryside, a pleasant stroll along the shoreline path from the centre of John O Groats. Nearby is the old watermill. Guests have complimentary entry to the mill..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge.
Electric central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Electricity £30 per week, £20 per short break, payable on arrival. Gravelled area. Private parking for 2 cars. Please note: There is a fenced drop to a stream, 5 yards away.. The Stable Cottage is an attractive, architect-designed conversion of a historic Listed building, formerly a stable and grain loft for the old water mill which is situated close by. The cottage has three bedrooms and a very gentle stair leads to the open-plan living area.
The Stable Cottage and the nearby Mill Cottage (ref W42412) are situated approximately 200 yards from the sea and are within easy walking distance of the centre of the famous village of John O’Groats. The ideal base to explore this lovely part of the Northern Highlands, John O’ Groats is famous for being the most north-easterly point of Britain’s four corners, renowned for magnificent coastal scenery, unspoilt beaches and coastal walks. A breathtaking array of bird life is close at hand. Seals, dolphins, orcas and minke whales are frequently seen. Even otters make an appearance, feeding on the rocky shoreline.
After a major refurbishment, the old watermill nearby is now in working order and will be open for visitors this season. Guests in the cottage have a complimentary pass to explore this fabulous time capsule.
Soak in the panoramas and the uncrowded space that this corner of Scotland has to offer. Visit Duncansby Head, the Castle of Mey, Thurso and Wick. See the world-class seabird colonies and the awe-inspiring Stacks of Duncansby. And the many unspoilt beaches. For the energetic, Caithness has a lot to offer. Mountain biking, fishing, sailing, surfing, hill walking and sea trips are available.
Both the Stable Cottage and the Mill Cottage are operated by the John O’Groats Mill Trust, a charity aimed at maintaining these historic buildings for the benefit of visitors and the community. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
There is a charge for electricty, of £30 per week or £20 per short break, payable on arrival.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (4)
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Nigel Croydon
John o’groats is a little isolated and many alternative attractions are many miles away. The village is a day visit. It is on the NC500 but to return to base each time limits the amount of the route to be covered.
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Confirmed Guest
Stable Cottage was the perfect location for us to get away from it all and to enjoy a peaceful and relaxing break in the beautiful Caithness countryside. The coastline upon which the mill and its cottages sits is stunning. Sandy beaches and rugged cliffs with views across to Orkney combine to make a unique habitat for wildlife. Seals make a regular appearance along with Puffins at the right time of the year, and if you’re lucky you may even see Orcas and Dolphins. Located right next to the recently restored and reopened John o’ Groats Mill, the cottage sits within a 2 minute walk to the accessible path along the shore to John o’ Groats, itself just 10 minutes away. The cottage was comfortable and homely and equipped with everything we could need for our stay.Our hosts at the mill next door could not do enough to make us feel welcome and at home and we greatly enjoyed making use of the free entry which comes with the cottage rental. We explored this beautifully-restored historical structure on a couple of occasions and on the Sunday were able to see the machinery turning under water power. In terms of amenities, John o’ Groats itself has a bar at the brewery there as well as cafes and a fish and chip van. The local post office has a small grocery for essentials but for a big shop you will need to head to either Wick or Thurso - both about 20 minutes away by car. The cottage was comfortable and spacious for the three of us and the knowledge that we were helping to fund the upkeep of the mill by staying there made our stay all the better. Highly-recommended!
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Johannes Geiger
Stable cottage and the surroundings were absolutely beautiful and the cottage came with everything we needed for the week, bringing the dog was not an issue as well.John 'o Groats is only a quick walk along the beach and the area itself was very walkable as well. Getting there by car was pretty easy and the weather was fantastic.We would absolutely recommend Stable cottage and are happy to return!