Guests say
Blantyre Cottage is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and comprehensive facilities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped space, warm decor, and the property's suitability for both relaxation and as a base for exploring the Highlands. Some concerns about road noise and traffic are noted, but these are generally outweighed by the cottage's positive aspects.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The majority of guests report the cottage as immaculately clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated incidents of cleanliness issues which were promptly addressed.
The location is appreciated for its proximity to local attractions and as a touring base, despite some guests noting traffic noise due to the nearby road.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of the beds and the sun room. A few suggestions for improvements such as mattress toppers and a more comfortable sofa are made.
The cottage is well-equipped, with guests satisfied with the amenities provided. There are minor comments about the lack of a dishwasher and a smelly hoover, but overall the facilities meet guests' needs.
While guests express gratitude and appreciation for their stays, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, thus a score cannot be given.
About this property
Enjoying a perfect position for exploring the wonder of the Scottish Highland is this charming, detached abode, Blantyre Cottage. Situated within the small village of Muir of Ord, this all ground-floor holiday accommodation is perfect for families to explore this magical countryside and visit the towns of Beauly, Dingwall, and the capital city of the Highlands, Inverness. Enter Blantyre Cottage by the main door at side of the building making your way into the warmth of the sitting/dining room, where a charming coal-effect fire offers a sense of tranquillity during the cold winter months. Sink into the sofa with a good book in hand to unwind or while away a couple of hours with your loved ones at the dining table, playing a board game brought from home. Look forward to cooking up a storm within the well-equipped kitchen, retrieving ingredients from the fridge/freezer and making use of the mod cons, and the breakfast bar makes a great spot for enjoying a glass of wine whilst dinner simmers on the hob. Completing the interior of this all ground-floor property is the double bedroom and a twin bedroom with a zip/link feature, allowing you to amend the set up to suit the needs of your group. There is an external utility, so that you can get laundry done after a muddy walk around, with space for storing your bikes and other outdoor equipment.
Within the garden, enjoy your morning coffee whilst overlooking the golf course, or enjoy a spot of alfresco dining while your canine companion has a run around.
Enjoy a scenic stroll into the centre of the village, home to a selection of shops for picking up the essentials, a bakery, a café, a takeaway and a number of hotels with bars, for that well-deserved beverage. Attractions within the town include the neighbouring golf course, the 17th Century Kilcoy Castle and the award-winning Glen Ord Distillery Visitor Centre, famous for producing the only remaining single malt scotch whisky distillery on the Black Isle.
Historical landmarks, which are worth a visit within the area, include the Touchstone Maze, the ruins of the Red Castle in Killearnan and the Beaufort Castle, a Baronial-style mansion built in 1880. For those seeking walking routes, you can discover the Dunglass Island, stroll around Loch Ussie or enjoy the beautiful scenery of Reelig Glen.
Alternatively, travel to Inverness, where you will find a larger selection of amenities and can admire the magnificent architecture of Inverness Castle before touring Inverness Cathedral. Blantyre Cottage promises a peaceful escape that the whole family can enjoy. EPC Rating: Band D
Muir of Ord is a small village situated within Highland Scotland, perfectly positioned for visiting the towns of Beauly, Dingwall and the capital city of the Highlands, Inverness, Within the village you will find the 5 star award-winning, Glen Ord Distillery and Visitor Centre, as well as a high street boasting a range of amenities. Head slightly further away to Beauly, home to smart boutiques and intimate restaurants.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be made into a super-king-size on request).
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting/dining room with coal-effect fire and sofa-bed to accommodate an additional two if needed.
Sunroom.
External utility
Gas central heating and coal-effect fire.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Secure storage.
Enclosed patio area with table and chairs, and rear garden with lawn and decking with seating.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.9 miles
Reviews (37)
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Kim
Great dog walking right on the doorstep. Local eateries were a bit hit and miss were closed when supposed to be open, good job the Coop kept long opening hours!
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John
A more precise set of directions would be good when muir of ord is reached, despite entering the correct post code etc. The sat nav took us a fair distance from the cottage, great north rd is a very long rd.
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Roddy
This cottage had everything you could possibly need and very was central for touring the area. We would be more than happy to return here for another holiday