Sheaf Dale is a charming cottage praised for its beautiful views, peaceful location, and welcoming touches like tea, coffee, and shortbread. Guests enjoy the hot tub and the property's proximity to the beach and local amenities. While some guests found the cottage to be a comfortable and clean retreat, others noted issues with bed comfort, dated furnishings, and cleanliness in certain areas.
Cleanliness received mixed reviews. Some guests found the cottage very clean, while others reported the need for a deeper clean in the bathroom and issues with mice droppings. The presence of cleaning supplies was also noted as insufficient by one guest.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, proximity to the beach, and local amenities. The peaceful and scenic surroundings contribute to a positive experience for most guests.
Comfort had varied feedback. Some guests mentioned comfortable beds and a relaxing environment, while others found the beds uncomfortable and the cottage cold. The main room chairs were also noted as slightly uncomfortable after a full day.
Facilities like the hot tub were appreciated, but some guests had concerns about maintenance and the distance from the cottage. The kitchen was well-equipped, but there were comments about the need for better cleaning equipment and dated soft furnishings.
The thoughtful gestures of providing tea, coffee, milk, and shortbread were well-received by guests. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
Nestled within open countryside, this quaint cottage, on the North Coast 500 route, offers a peaceful setting to enjoy a getaway in the Northern Highlands.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 42" TV, Sky Family, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, 20" Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Private parking for 2 cars and a trailer. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps in the garden.. Set in open countryside, above the charming seaside village of Portmahomack, Sheaf Dale is a beautifully presented cottage with a private hot tub in the gardens and a rear gated parking area, ideal for trailers with canoes, bicycles or other equipment. This single-storey, terraced, whitewashed stone cottage is tucked away along a quiet lane on the owner’s working arable and sheep farm. It has been painstakingly restored and renovated throughout and provides a good standard of accommodation in a peaceful yet accessible location. The large, airy living room looks out across the fields, and there is a spacious, well-equipped kitchen/dining room, with plenty of room for up to six guests. The master bedroom features a super kingsize bed and a wall-mounted TV, and both the double bedroom and the bunk bedroom are superbly presented with colour-coordinated soft furnishings. Exposed stone walls and large canvases of the local area add to the property’s charm. There is a secluded lawned garden with a sandstone patio area that leads down to the feature hot tub, making this an ideal property for couples, honeymooners and families wishing to have a relaxing, pampering holiday.
The picturesque seaside village of Portmahomack is just 1 mile away, with its sweeping sandy beach and stunning mountain backdrop, it is a superb spot to walk, picnic, swim or kayak. There is a small harbour with a pier, ideal for a spot of crabbing or fishing. The village has a good selection of amenities, including a shop, pub and café, as well as a renowned seafood restaurant. A traditional links golf course, Tarbat Golf Club which is open to visitors, is just a short walk away and there are numerous other renowned golf courses in the area including Royal Dornoch and Tain Golf Course which looks across the Dornoch Firth to Dornoch. The region is renowned for its archaeological sites and at the nearby Tarbat Discovery Centre there is a fascinating display of Pict, Norse and Medieval artefacts. Within a 10-minute drive lies the Royal Burgh of Tain, established as a Royal Burgh in 1066, and the Tain Museum houses the famous original Tain Silver Collection. Predominantly built out of local sandstone, Tain is a charming historic town which offers an excellent selection of small shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as a wide variety of sporting and recreational facilities. Nearby places of interest include the whisky distillery centre, home of the famous Glenmorangie Distillery where you can take a tour and sample the single malt, the famous Falls of Shin, one of the few places to see salmon leaping close to hand, and the enchanting town of Dornoch, with its magnificent cathedral, sandy beach and championship golf course.
This lovely cottage is ideally located for exploring the whole of the Highland region. When you return at the end of the day, relax in the hot tub whilst you drink in the uninterrupted views across the countryside to the sea beyond. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Sheaf Dale can be booked together with The Paddock (UK5049) and Grieve’s Cottage (UK12250) to accommodate up to 15 guests.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Confirmed Guest
The property was great clean and the welcome pack (tea/coffee/milk and shortbread )Were a god send after a 12 hour drive Hot tub excellent and great view on a clear nightDid lots of traveling around highlands etc And pretty sure patch enjoyed himself with lots of walks to the beach which is only a 30 min walkThe hosts were excellent meeting us when we got there and explained about heating hot tub etc also about local walks and places to visitOverall great holiday 👍🏻
Annette Neary
We found the cottage very cold and unwelcoming. Beds were uncomfortable. Bed linen was far below standard ( duvets needed to be of a warmer weight)Hot tub was good but to far away from the cotrage to use comfortably.location was very good. Left early due to the house being so cold.Sorry for the grumble but expected much more
Alison Gilmour
Had a great holiday. Hot tub a great bonus. Would highly recommend.
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