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Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord

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Exterior
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6189 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord

Located just north of Inverness at the start of the NC500. This character house is very well located in the countryside, for a highland getaway. There is a lobby, open plan reception/dining area, kitchen, two double bedrooms, a cosy bunk bed room, games/tv room room, shower room and bathroom. Guests can bring one well-behaved dog and have their own garden to use, with an enclosure. Feel free to look at our website. welcometohighfieldhouse.com

The space
This quirky property has lots of character. There is a large open plan dining area, games room, a well-proportioned and well equipped kitchen, two double bedrooms, and a cosy bunk bed room that doubles as a work space. A comfortable travel cot is available for use as well. The family bathroom boasts a walk-in shower , WC and luxurious stand-alone bath. A second shower room and WC is located downstairs.

Guests can entertain themselves in the games room which offers a large TV, seating area with sofa bed, table football and a selection of board games. There is an additional seating area downstairs as well.

Within the large south-facing garden there is a picnic area with deckchairs and a secure enclosure for children and dogs. Off-road parking accommodates up to 3 cars.

The host lives at the property in a self-contained flat with its own entrance.

Guest access
Muir of Ord is approximately half a mile away. It has a train station, small supermarket, bakery, two pubs, a petrol station, library and several cafes. There is a large Tesco in Dingwall and a medium sized Co-Op in Beauly (both about 10 minutes drive away). A bus route between Dingwall and Inverness passes the house. From Muir of Ord station guests can travel to The Highland capital of Inverness, the stunning west coast of Scotland or north-east to places like Tain, Dornoch and Golspie.

There is also the Chapleton Horse Riding Centre nearby. It would be worth booking in advance if this interests you.

Other things to note

You'll notice there are two listings for this property. During the summer months we offer the whole house for let. During the off season, the host lives onsite.

Pets

Guests can bring upto two well-behaved dogs, however they must stay downstairs and not be left unattended at the property. When in the garden, please make sure they are on a lead or within the enclosure as there are farm animals in the adjacent fields. Please note, there isn't fencing around the entire site, so children and dogs should be kept in the enclosure when unattended.

Technology

The house has wifi accessible throughout the whole house. Speeds usually range between 10-14 mb. There is a 32 inch Toshiba smart tv downstairs and a Panasonic Viera 42 inch tv with Amazon Fire stick upstairs. There is no tv aerial but live tv and catch-up can be accessed through various apps on both televisions. There is a Netflix account on both and freeview apps are set up on each device.

An Amazon Alexa device is in the kitchen, where guests can login with their account details.

Covid 19

We've signed up to the enhanced clean protocol on Airbnb. Hand sanitiser is provided throughout the house.

Sustainability

Here at Highfield House we are very keen to embrace an eco-friendly philosophy.

The property is heated through an air sourced heat pump, which keeps it cosy throughout the Scottish winters. The hot water is also heated using the heat pump, using 100% renewable electricity.

We also have a heat composting bin in the garden for all food waste. This produces compost much quicker than a standard compost bin. You can put any food waste in here and a food caddy is provided in the kitchen.

We're very conscious about re-cycling here. Items to be re-cycled include plastics, cans, tins, paper and cardboard, but not glass. I take glass to the bottle bank after each stay.

We use environmentally friendly products within the house for some of the cleaning and washing activities. Washing up liquid, laundry detergent, fabric softner/conditioner, hand soap and dishwasher tablets are provided for guests.

Buying food and drink products locally is also something that we encourage (plus it’s very tasty!), please speak to your host for recommendations.

Property manager

Neil Edwards

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2034 sq ft (189 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord Muir of Ord
Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Muir of Ord, Highland

What's nearby

  • Glen Ord Distillery - 19 min walk
  • Victorian Market - 16 min drive
  • Inverness Cathedral - 17 min drive
  • Inverness Castle - 18 min drive
  • Eden Court Theatre - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Muir of Ord Station - 18 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookies chinese - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Glenord Distillery Visitor Centre - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Conon Bridge Chip Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strathpeffer Old Station - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Corner on the Square - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord located?

This family-friendly Muir of Ord vacation home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Glen Ord Distillery and Muir of Ord Golf Club. Campbells of Beauly and Blackmuir Wood are also within 6 mi (10 km). Muir of Ord Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Beautiful Character House in Muir of Ord Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
home from home
Loved everything about our stay here. There was everything we would ever need and more. It was so relaxing with plenty of seating in the two tv areas and the large dining area. It was a perfect base for exploring Scotland and just what was needed after a tiring day out and about. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home full of character
The place had ample space for all of us ( 2 adults + 2 children 7 & 8 years old + 2 grandparents), the children used the top loung ( had a TV, quite a few board games and a table football), the kitchen was brilliantly equiped and there was a helpful amount of basic cooking supply. The property waswell decorated, full of original features, very warm and we slept very well. We'll definately come back 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Neil was a wonderful host, and the house had all that we needed. The kitchen was very well stocked, and we were able to cook at the house several times, which we loved. We would absolutely stay here again, and we highly recommend it! If you stay here, be sure to visit Bad Girls Bakery and the Glen Ord Distillery.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
This is an amazing place to stay. The owner is communicative. The place is clean. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen is very nice. My family and I absolutely loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like out of a story book!
I booked for my 20 year wedding anniversary and we also took our children to share the experience. Everything was absolutely amazing. The property itself, country views, centralized location, cleanliness, privacy, activities for the kids and wonderful host. I could not have asked for a better vacation. The pictures don’t show off all of the locations beauty and amenities. Very close to town, within walking distance of a market, butcher, and bakery. Towns people were very friendly ( loved the butcher he was very funny). Airport conveniently 20 minutes away.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and unique stay
This beautiful property outside Inverness was peaceful and perfect for our group of 5. Neil was a fantastic communicator and everything was clean, well maintained and had every amenity necessary for a complete stay. We hope to come back to this quaint paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
We spent 2 very nice weeks in August. We didn't miss anything, everything you needed for your vacation was there. The house was fantastic and very lovingly renovated and equipped. We will definitely come back and can recommend it with a clear conscience. Everything perfect Kind regards from the Siewert family from Germany :-)
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschönes Haus
Wunderschönes, gepflegtes und sehr sauberes Haus. Sehr zu empfehlen. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen. Auch der Eigentümer ist sehr freundlich und alles lief reibungslos. 5 *****
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023