Guests say
Wester Links in Fortrose receives glowing feedback for its spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped accommodation. Guests praise the peaceful location, beautiful coastal walks, and proximity to beaches and local amenities. The secure garden is ideal for dogs, and the hosts are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and communicative. Many guests mention the relaxing atmosphere and impressive wildlife sightings. The property is highly recommended for families and dog owners seeking a tranquil getaway.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised for its beauty, peacefulness, and easy access to beaches, walks, and local shops. Guests also appreciate the proximity to Inverness.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, cosy, spacious, and relaxing, suitable for families and those seeking a restful stay.
The property is described as very well-equipped, with a secure garden, good WiFi, and ample space. No issues with maintenance are mentioned.
Guests mention excellent communication from the hosts and a welcome pack, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A perfect holiday location, Fortrose and Rosemarkie offer so much; beaches, links golf, food and drink, history and wildlife..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Living room 2: Freeview TV
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Freezer in porch.. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Wester Links is a holiday home in the town of Fortrose, a former Royal Burgh on the Black Isle, just north of Inverness. The house is tucked away just up from Fortrose Bay, in a quiet cul de sac, so you’re only a couple of minutes’ walk from the sea. It’s a perfect location for families and those with dogs. The Black Isle is a nature lovers’ paradise with numerous walks in the local area.
Fortrose Bay is the southern side of a spit of land that extends into the Moray Firth and has a popular sailing club. At the eastern tip of this spit is Chanonry Point. It’s marked by a lighthouse built by Alan Stevenson in 1846. From the point, you have a fantastic chance to spot bottlenose dolphins, seals and many species of bird. It is actually one of the best places in the world to watch bottlenose dolphins from the shore. The spit of land between Wester Links and Chanonry Point is host to a gem of a golf course; the links of Fortrose and Rosemarkie Golf Club. It is the 15th oldest golf club in the world, built in 1793, and was redesigned by legendary James Braid in 1932. The club also won the award of Scotland’s Best Golfing Experience (value for money). Wester Links is only a short walk from the clubhouse and the first tee.
Rosemarkie is the village on the northern side of the spit of land, and only a quarter of a mile from Wester Links. Rosemarkie’s bay has a stunning 1½ mile long sandy beach , and is ideal for families, children and dogs, with a café and tennis courts. It’s an outstanding walk from the house along the sands to the lighthouse, with sea on one side and golf links on the other. Rosemarkie, like Fortrose, has charming places to enjoy food and drink that the Black Isle is famous for.
You really don’t have to leave Fortrose and Rosemarkie to have the most amazing holiday. However, if you’re exploring more of the Highlands, being based in Fortrose is a great choice. Only 15 minutes’ drive from the A9, you can be exploring different parts of the north and west Highlands in no time at all. The NC500 is your gateway to some of the best sights that Scotland, the UK and Europe have to offer. Cromarty, 20 minutes away, is a beautiful fishing village at the end of the Black Isles and has many attractions including walks, boat trips to spot the varied wildlife, and restaurant. Aviemore is further away and is the hub of the Cairngorms National Park. The Highlands offers opportunities for wildlife spotting, walking and fishing. Learnie Mountain Biking is in a forest, 4 miles away, and is very popular. For an alternative day out, visit Inverness Castle. Avoch, just 1 mile, away for dolphin spotting boat trips. Stay at Wester Links, a fantastic base in a wonderful place, but close to the roads that lead you to higher Highland ground full of myths and legends. Inverness airport is 20 miles away. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (9)
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Confirmed Guest
We loved our holiday at Wester Links. Walks from the doorstep, the sandy beach, the railway walk, down to the harbour, it was just lovely. Fortrose has everything you need with the butchers, co-op, pharmacy and 2 bakers, even a couple of gift shops.Wester Links Cottage has plenty of room for a family gathering, is warm, relaxing and peaceful.
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Elizabeth McGookin
Fantastic holiday home, would highly recommend and will definitely go back. Great size house, toilet and bedrooms upstairs and downstairs. Fantastic size and secured garden for our dog. Great location, WiFi no issues and shops, takeaways and restaurants all local. Fantastic beaches to walk on with dog all very local. Great communication with person who own the home and always willing to help and was very approachable if any problems or queries. Best holiday home I've stayed in that area
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely location with pleasant coastal walks nearby. The Cottage was very comfortable and clean.