Guests say
Larachan cottage is praised for its stunning, peaceful location with breathtaking sea views and easy access to the shoreline, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway. Guests appreciate the spacious, well-equipped kitchen, cosy atmosphere, and homely feel. While many found the cottage comfortable and enjoyed the local wildlife, some noted that the property would benefit from a refresh and improved cleanliness. The cottage is well-suited for those seeking tranquillity and scenic beauty, though a car is recommended for amenities. Overall, Larachan offers a memorable stay in a beautiful setting.
Reviews are mixed, with several guests highlighting issues such as unclean bathrooms, dirty carpets, and a need for deeper cleaning, while others found the property clean and comfortable. The inconsistency suggests cleanliness is below average and could be improved.
The location is universally praised for its stunning sea views, peaceful setting, and proximity to natural attractions. Guests consistently describe the scenery as a highlight of their stay.
Most guests found the cottage warm, cosy, and homely, with comfortable living spaces and beds. A few mentioned issues with bedding and musty smells, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a spacious kitchen, washer, dryer, and dishwasher. Some maintenance issues and minor faults were noted, but these did not significantly impact most stays.
A welcome pack was mentioned by one guest, but as gifts are not guaranteed, this cannot be relied upon. The property is described as dog-friendly, though guests should note the garden is not fully enclosed.
About this property
With direct access to a private beach, this single storey cottage is just perfect for families, friends or couples to holiday together.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 30" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
All gas, electric, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Parking for two cars. No smoking.. Larachan is a spacious, detached holiday bungalow perched on the edge of the sea, in the quiet hamlet of Scarfskerry. It provides bright and generous accommodation, and the lounge has large picture windows that boast amazing uninterrupted sea views across the Pentland Firth to Orkney. There is a bright, modern kitchen/dining area and three attractively presented bedrooms. The garden grounds lead directly down to the sea with a private rocky beach. This area has some of the finest beaches to be found in the UK. At nearby Dunnet Bay, paths lead through the white sandy dunes to the sweeping beach below. Surfing, body-boarding, sand-buggying, swimming, horse riding and wildlife watching are all local pastimes, yet this superb beach is never crowded. It is also close to the Highland Tourist Trail that runs from Wick Harbour in the east, through to Ullapool in the west. This trail follows a route across the far north and west of Scotland, taking in some of the most dramatic scenery, with mountain ranges, stunning beaches and an ever-changing coastline along the way.
The Castle of Mey, beautifully restored by the late Queen Mother, is clearly visible from the cottage and just a stones throw away. This fairytale castle has a fascinating history and the gardens, grounds and views are wonderful. The whole area is renowned for its bird and sea life, puffins, Great Skua, otters, seals, dolphins and whales are all seen around these coastal waters. Take a boat trip from John O’ Groats to encounter the sealife and to explore this fascinating coastline. Day trips are also available to the Orkney Isles, where visitors can explore Neolithic villages, standing stones, Scapa Flow and the amazing Italian chapel, built by prisoners during the Second World War.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
Temporary SLL: FS.case 550475690
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (23)
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect get away for a complete break away from everything. Very cozy, comfortable cottage with everything you might need. Lovely big window to watch the sea and the seabirds, and watching the ships go by. The little beach is a bonus, but note that the garden is not enclosed so dogs need to be kept on lead to prevent them getting on to neighbouring properties via the beach.
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Sandra Spackman
Lovely location. Very clean, well-equipped property.A dog-friendly place, but beware there are chickens in a neighbours' garden and to our horror, we found that our pooch had made her way to visit the chickens, accessed from the beach, and one poor hen lost a few feathers as a result !!!The garden gates were in need of repair, and some were non-existent.Apart from this, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and may return again.
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Gareth
The house had a great view and a nice big kitchen. It was very well located for Dunnett Head and John o' Groats. The directions to find the house were not clear at all so we had to ask a local. There was a strange musty smell that seemed to be coming from the radiators and one of the bedrooms didn't have an openable window so we couldn't air it out. The house was otherwise clean and nice to be in.