Guests say
Stone Water Cottage receives high praise for its idyllic location by Loch Achilty, offering tranquillity and outdoor activities. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean accommodation and the friendly, helpful owners. The presence of the owners' dog and local wildlife adds charm. While most experiences are positive, a few guests mention minor issues with facilities and maintenance.
Reviews consistently mention that the cottage is clean and well-maintained, suggesting a high standard of cleanliness. Only one review hints at a need for an upgrade, but this does not seem to reflect the overall sentiment.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, peacefulness, and proximity to outdoor activities and historical sites. It is described as ideal for exploring the Highlands and engaging in water sports on the loch.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and spacious, suitable for families and outdoor enthusiasts. However, one review mentions an uncomfortable bed, which slightly impacts the score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with special mentions of the available boats and outdoor activities. Some reviews, however, point out issues with water quality, lack of information, and minor maintenance needs, indicating room for improvement.
While guests mention a warm welcome and friendly interactions with the owners, there is no specific reference to gifts or special thoughtful gestures in the reviews provided. Therefore, a score cannot be assigned to this category.
About this property
Strathpeffer 3 miles. This well-equipped, detached Strathpeffer cottage stands on the shores of beautiful Loch Achilty, in the magical Scottish Highlands. One of a small and exclusive group of holiday properties, this Strathpeffer cottage occupies a truly spectacular location, boasting beautiful loch views. This Highland cottage is ideal for a couple, a small family group or a group of friends who will embrace the outdoor adventures available on their doorstep, whilst appreciating the peaceful atmosphere. There are two comfortable bedrooms and a bright open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen and doors leading out to the patio, an ideal place for a quiet read, or simply enjoying each other’s company whilst gazing across the water’s edge.
The pretty spa town of Strathpeffer is close by and well worth a visit, especially in the summer months when the local pipe band often offers traditional entertainment. Further afield, the Highlands are home to spectacular locations, and this Strathpeffer cottage is ideally situated to visit Skye, Plockton, Inverness and Loch Ness to mention but a few. Why not stay closer to home and explore the wonderful cycle paths, walking routes and wildlife that the area has in abundance, or spend a peaceful afternoon casting a line into the loch? A great location and a delightful Highlands cottage to be enjoyed throughout the year.
Note: This cottage is next to Refs. 904200 and 921861, together they sleep 14.
Often compared to a Bavarian Mountain resort, the picturesque spa village of Strathpeffer owes its growth to the discovery of water springs during the 1700s, and was declared in 1819 to be the healthiest drinking water in Britain! The original Spa Pavilion has been magnificently restored after a period of disuse and now serves as a venue for a variety of events, including concerts, dances, dramas and exhibitions.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Electric storage heaters.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road parking.
Private front patio garden with furniture, shared lawned garden.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub with restaurant 5 miles.
Note: Cottage is close to lakeside, children to be supervised.
Note Fly fishing available by arrangement with owner.
Note: Property has a private water supply.
Note: one small dog welcome
Reviews (40)
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Kirsten
It seems we are not the first this has happened to from others reviews. Also that you need to constantly buy bottled water as no fresh water to the property and nearest supermarket shop for big 5L bottles is some distance and a drive away. We weren't informed of this until after we'd already arrived and with children and a dog in tow it's an added expense/hassle. Unsure whether it was the mattress on the double bed or the bed frame itself was broken but my husband and l kept rolling into the middle in a big dip every night. It was really uncomfortable and gave us a bad back. The description and photos of the listing made it seem like we had the loch and boats literally outside the cottage and you could sit out and see it on a morning/evening when in actual fact there's a big untidy hedge/weeds in front of the cottage then the road before you can see/get over to the Loch. The grounds outside the cottage is shared alongside another cottage and also a house which was quite private but the owners dog, who was lovely and friendly, kept being let out loose to roam and trying to get into our cottage which set our own dog off barking and being protective. We had to shut our curtains and take the dog back over personally a few times. We love dogs but ours can be funny with others at times and not everyone likes dogs or wants them jumping up at them. Maybe a little more storage in the bathroom too as nowhere to hang/put towels and any toiletries really. Lots of nice walks and interesting places to visit around about, the owner and people we met were nice and friendly so no issues there and the cottage itself was clean and adequate for the purposes we needed it for as a base and to relax, we would come back again but a new bed/mattress would definitely go a long way for a decent night's sleep for future visitors.
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Jane
No shelf in bathroom to put toothbrush also no place to hang towels, no place to hang up jackets, no information about heating etc no information about places to eat near by etc. Infact poor information all-round for guests should not have to keep contacting owners for information.
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Elizabeth
Lodge was well equipped and comfortable. Great to sit outside and enjoy the sun. Very well located for Inverness, Beauly and Dingwall. Owners were very friendly and helpful, gave us some good ideas for walks etc in surrounding areas.