Guests say
Moonshine Cottage receives glowing praise for its peaceful setting, stunning views, and spacious, secure garden—ideal for both relaxation and dog owners. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, excellent facilities, and warm, welcoming hosts. The cottage is described as spotlessly clean, comfortable, and perfectly located for exploring the Highlands and nearby villages. Thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs, are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor suggestions include improvements to mattresses and kitchen knives. Overall, guests express a strong desire to return, making this a highly recommended holiday retreat.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the cottage's high standard of cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean' and 'spotlessly clean'. No negative comments were made regarding cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and convenience for exploring the Highlands and local villages. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and accessibility.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's comfort, including warm underfloor heating, comfy beds, and a homely atmosphere. One review suggests the beds and pillows could be improved, but this is a minor point among overwhelmingly positive feedback.
The cottage is described as exceptionally well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, laundry/boot room, EV charger, and secure garden. Facilities for dogs are also highlighted. Only a single minor suggestion about kitchen knives was noted.
Guests appreciate thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with essentials and fresh eggs, as well as the owners' helpfulness. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, future guests should not expect them as standard.
About this property
Flooded with natural daylight, this fabulous, detached, Swiss-style lodge lies amidst fabulous countryside on the Black Isle peninsula, which is abundant in wildlife.. Moonshine Cottage is a delightful lodge situated in its own generous garden and grounds with stunning views over open farmland to the mountains beyond. Just a mile from the charming Black Isle village of Culbokie, it offers peace and seclusion yet within close proximity of good facilities. The main living area is open plan, and this stunning room, with its high vaulted ceiling, is superbly presented. The cathedral-style floor-to-ceiling windows drink in the amazing views and ensure it is light and bright. The furniture and furnishings have been chosen with every consideration to quality and detail.The large fully fitted kitchen is exceptionally well equipped and there is a separate utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, and sink.
There is both a bathroom with a large 1.6 m bath to sooth aching joints after a ramble and shower room on the ground floor, which have been decorated with a ‘beach hut’ theme and are both unusual and charming.
Stairs lead up from the main room to the mezzanine landing. A wonderful chandelier light hangs from the ceiling and highlights the magnificent views.
There are two beautifully presented bedrooms, both with en suite toilet and wash basin. The double bedroom has a feature carved oak antique bedstead with sumptuously deep high-quality mattress. The twin room is prettily decorated with lovely colour co-ordinated soft furnishings and looks out across the grounds. Beyond lie the fields and hills up towards Glen Affric.
Moonshine cottage has a whole house ventilation system with heat recovery system installed making it ideal for allergy sufferers, this together with an ozone sanitisation system which is used between clients together with an intensive cleaning system helps to ensure the safety of our guests. If you need to use electric to charge your car, please contact the owners for fees.
The gardens consist of preservation woodland and grassed areas as well as shingle with outdoor seating; a wonderful spot in which to sit and admire the changing scenery and watch your four-legged friend run around off lead as the gardens are enclosed. The owners’ house is situated on the adjoining land, where ducks roam.
The village provides good local amenities, including a shop, bar and restaurant. This historic area, thought to have got its name from the dark rich soil of the area, is actually a peninsula. Bounded on three sides by the sea and surrounded by unspoilt countryside, it is a haven for wildlife. Rare birds, deer, seals and otters are regularly spotted. The most famous residents of the area are the bottlenose dolphins that are frequently seen in the surrounding waters. There are numerous places of interest close by and Inverness is just 14 miles away. Beach 7½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 30" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, No Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Toilet (Only)
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Toilet (Only).
Heat source underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Large enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and woodland. 3 pets welcome. Electric car charging point. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.
Free WiFi
The owner lives next door. dogs are free to wander off lead around enclosed garden/grounds. Electric car charging point available, contact owner for fees.
Letting Licence No: HI20117F
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
EPC Rating = C
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Nearby points of interest
- The Glen Ord Distillery
- Fort George
- Cawdor Castle
Reviews (20)
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Paulene
Fantastic cottage with amazing views and a lovely large fenced garden making it great for dogs. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay being well equipped and very clean. It is well situated to explore the many lovely places in the surrounding area as well as some beautiful peaceful walks straight from the cottage. The EV charger was a bonus for us and easy to use. Pam was very welcoming making sure we had everything etc. and we would not hesitate to return. Cromarty Firth is a lovely small town to explore with walks and to take the two car ferry across to Nigg. Thank you Pam & Hughie
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Andreas Hable
A real gem! A special little spot on earth. We never got tired of watching the interplay of sun, wind and rain whilst gazing out over the Highlands. It’s superbly equipped – we’d love to come back. We shouldn’t give it too much of a shout-out, though – otherwise we’ll be left empty-handed when it comes to our next booking :-)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely property in a good location. Host Pamela was very friendly and welcoming. Well appointed and kitted out with everything that you could need.Lovely welcome pack with some essentials provided.Very secure and quite. All in all great place to stay and reasonably priced making it great value. Definitely recommend 👍