Fresh Fields

About this property

Dingwall 4.1 miles. Boasting a fabulous location with breath-taking views over the Scottish Highlands to the Black Isle is Fresh Fields. This wonderful, dog-friendly holiday home lies in a quaint hamlet near Dingwall and all its amenities, it also benefits from a large wrap-around lawn and five well-appointed bedrooms welcoming ten guests and their beloved canine companion for a Scottish escape. Be greeted by a bright entrance hall leading to a homely sitting room where you can unwind in front of the warmth of the open fire after a busy day exploring, further down the hall find the fully-equipped kitchen and help rustle up hearty meals for the whole group. Dine together, toast your getaway and reminisce on the memories you have created on the trip while admiring the breath-taking views across the Highlands from the tri-aspect windows. When the evening draws to a close, head for some much-needed rest; find two doubles on the ground floor and three further doubles up the stairs, one of which has an en-suite. In the morning, freshen up in the shower room or ground-floor bathroom before heading into Conon Bridge where you can stock up on essentials at the local store. Or continue on to Dingwall to find more shops and a variety of pubs such as The Mallard or The Caledonian Bars which serve traditional pub fare, ideal for when you need a break from the kitchen. Be sure to stop off at Dingwall Castle, a lone tower in the centre of town before venturing to Castle Leod a stunning 15th century castle which runs public tours through its galleries and historic displays. Continue the historic excursion by heading south the traverse Redcastle and the impressive 14th century Cawdor Castle which has links to Macbeth. Those looking to truly experience the great outdoors can take to the water at the Moray First on paddle boards, kayaks or even try your luck at dolphin spotting on one the many tours run from the city of Inverness. History and Adventure await at Fresh Fields. EPC Rating: Band D. Licence number: HI-20029-F

Dingwall, a charming market town at the mouth of the Cromarty Firth, has a long and storied history that dates back to the Vikings. The town now has a wide variety of conveniences available to its residents, and its pedestrianised main street is filled with interesting cafes and quaint boutiques. A stroll along the Dingwall Heritage Trail won't take more than an hour and a half, but it will yield invaluable knowledge about the region's past. You can take a short drive to Chanonry Point, where the Moray Firth Dolphins are frequently seen jumping close to shore, or you can visit the nearby Victorian spa town of Strathpeffer. Nearby attractions in Inverness include the castle, trampoline park, botanical gardens, and shops. Guests also have the option of viewing red kites at the rspb Tollie red kites natural reserve.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x double, 2 x ground-floor double.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room with open fire

Oil central heating.

Electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter for open fire included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 4 cars.

Large wrap-around lawn.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.8 miles and pub 2.9 miles.

Note: The washing machine is housed in the garage along with storage for bikes