Guests say
The Shore is a well-received cottage in Fortrose, praised for its stunning views, peaceful location, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests enjoyed the proximity to local attractions and the comfort of watching wildlife and the sea. While some found the furniture and beds less comfortable, the overall experience was positive, with many planning return visits.
Guests consistently noted the property was very clean upon arrival, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, beautiful views, and proximity to local amenities and wildlife, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
While many guests found the property comfortable, some noted the living room furniture and downstairs mattress could be improved for better comfort.
The property is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, but some guests mentioned minor issues with maintenance such as difficulty with windows and the need for a fresh coat of paint.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners, so this score cannot be provided.
About this property
The Shore is a traditional cottage that has been beautifully modernised to offer luxurious accommodation. Its location in wonderful Fortrose, right by the lapping shore of the Moray Firth is simply unbeatable.. Staycations honestly don’t come much better than The Shore in lovely Fortrose. It’s a dream of a holiday cottage and you will honestly love it.
Located in Fortrose, an historic, attractive Royal Burgh on the Black Isle, The Shore is a traditional cottage right beside the sea. A stone’s throw from the lapping Moray Firth, you have a very good chance of spotting bottlenose dolphins from the cottage - the resident pod that cruise these waters! The wee harbour of Fortrose is a slightly longer stone’s throw away and it’s where the sailing club is based. Within a few minutes’ walk you can be up a little footpath from The Shore and in the centre of charming Fortrose. A highlight is the amazing IV10 café/bar/deli that you’ll keep visiting during your stay - guaranteed!
The town is built around the beautiful red sandstone cathedral with current ruins dating back to the 1300s. Most of the building has fallen, but some fine architectural details do remain. Traditionally the seat of the bishops of Ross, Fortrose has seen a lot of wealth and therefore the buildings that make up the town are interesting and very attractive. It’s a lovely place to wander around. You’ll walk beyond the little town and explore Chanonry Ness, a sandy spit that juts out into the Moray Firth from Fortrose and the village of Rosemarkie a quarter of a mile to the north. The 15th oldest golf course in the world covers the spit and leads to the point where a Stevenson lighthouse stands.
Chanonry Point is the best spot to see the dolphins in these parts. The north side of the spit that leads back to Rosemarkie has a beautiful, long sandy beach. You can decide during your holiday which beach is your favourite: right outside the door of the cottage (at low tide!), or over in sandy Rosemarkie! Now you can stay at The Shore all week long and not venture far at all, but that would be a shame. You’re so very close to some amazing places in the Highlands. The Black Isle is on your doorstep and not far away the interior of the Scottish Highlands await exploration. Trailheads to Munros are within thirty minutes’ drive, and you can be in the Cairngorms National Park in 45 minutes. You also have lovely Inverness, the gateway to the Highlands only twenty minutes away.
The accommodation is finished to a very high standard. A historic cottage that has been modernised beautifully and perfect for a family to spend a week or two. We urge you to not hesitate in booking The Shore. It’s a truly fabulous holiday cottage that you’ll want to rebook as soon as you arrive! Pub within 1 mile..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Cot. Wifi. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Rear enclosed garden. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.
Nearby points of interest
- Fort George
- Cawdor Castle
- The Little Theatre
- The Glen Ord Distillery
Reviews (18)
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Confirmed Guest
The Shore is a nicely furnished spacious house, clean and comfortable in a pretty and peaceful spot with views out over the Moray Firth. There is central heating and a wood burning stove which we used every day as the weather was quite cold. We did not cook but the kitchen seemed to be very well equipped. We really enjoyed our week there despite the mixed weather!
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Emma Dollymore
A wonderful cottage that felt like a home away from home and with views to die for! The kitchen was well equipped with all sorts of useful utensils for dining in, while there were plenty of options for meals out and takeaways too. My son loved watching planes coming in and out of Inverness airport. And both loved chilling in the chairs on the upstairs landing while enjoying the view. We will return!If there is one negative, I would say that manouvring to park on the drive was a bit tight with a bigger car, sometimes not helped by 'odd' parking on the sea front. That said, we left with the car and the walls intact so we must have got the hang of it!
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Debbie Crew
Absolutely stunning location!Very Quiet, but with interesting activity to watch, with boats launching from the slipway etc. Fabulous location for swimming, fishing and kayaking, and we enjoyed doing all. Homeowner very easily accessible when we couldn’t manage to get the radiator working in the living room ( actually our fault!) So brilliantly equipped, with everything you could possibly need for a fortnights stay. Self caterers dream. Local walking just wonderful, didn’t get in the car for the first five days! Dolphins and seal spotting from Chanonry point didn’t disappoint. The only criticism is that the furniture in the living room is a little uncomfortable, however this hasn’t stopped us from rebooking next year!