Guests say
Farr Out cottage receives high praise for its peaceful, scenic location near Inverness, making it an excellent base for exploring the Highlands. Guests consistently mention the warm and helpful hosts, dog-friendly atmosphere, and well-equipped kitchen. The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, ideal for a relaxing break. While a few guests noted minor maintenance and cleanliness issues, the overall experience is very positive, with many hoping to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and welcoming, but a few mentioned issues such as dog hair, cobwebs, and the need for a more thorough clean between guests.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful surroundings, and proximity to Inverness and local attractions, though guests note the lack of nearby shops.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and comfortable, but some mentioned an uncomfortable bed, a sofa needing replacement, and the cottage being cold on arrival.
The cottage is well-equipped with a good kitchen and amenities, though minor maintenance issues such as the shower head and lack of shelves in the bathroom were noted.
Hosts are frequently described as lovely, helpful, and accommodating, providing walking route advice and ensuring guests feel welcome. While gifts are not mentioned, the attentive service stands out, though such gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
We could go on and on about Farr Out, it’s a great place to stay with plenty of things to see and do near and far.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. . Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Courtyard (shared with other properties on-site). Fly fishing on-site (permit provided). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Not far from Inverness, tucked away up beautiful Strathnairn is the lovely cottage for two Farr Out. Set on the Farr Estate with amazing Highland scenery all around, it’s a great place to base yourself for exploring near and far. Recently refurbished in 2022, Farr Out offers a high standard of holiday accommodation. Entering through the front door into the hallway there is an open plan living/kitchen/dining area to the left and the double bedroom and bathroom off to the right. The open plan living space is spacious for two people and has everything you would want when back from days out exploring the local area. The bedroom is very comfortable and the bathroom has a large shower. Outside of the property there is a patio with garden furniture, and only a few yards away there are some unusual but inquisitive neighbours, a group of llamas.
Farr Out is tucked away in a converted old steading on the Farr Estate and is set in a lovely rural location. It feels a million miles away from the hustle and bustle that most of us are used to. However, it’s only 20 minutes out of charming Inverness, so in a way you have the best of both worlds staying at Farr Out, country and city living, in one holiday. Another advantage of being close to Inverness is that you’re near to famous touring routes like the North Coast 500 which starts and finishes in the city. However, if you don’t want to venture too far you don’t have to because there’s so much to see and do close by. You can cycle, hike and fish from the cottage on the estate. There are routes up onto the estate moors that you’re welcome to explore. Loch Farr which is situated on the estate is available for fly fishing free of charge (rowing boats are provided for fishing). The road that runs through Farr is a celebrated route to Fort Augustus, and it has been rated as one of the most scenic in Scotland. It was used in the iconic film ’Local Hero’ as well and there are many minor roads off it that journey down to the south side of Loch Ness, which is surprisingly close to Farr Out, another amazing benefit to staying at this lovely property.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Loch Ness Tours
- Urquhart Castle
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
Good location, very quiet. However, a few suggestions for improvements: the place needs a more thorough clean between guests. The French doors in the sitting room were covered with dog saliva (we didn’t have a dog!), and there was dog hair in the cutlery drawer. The skirting boards were very dusty and hairy, and there were lots of cobwebs. The bed is pretty uncomfortable, and the sofa really needs replacing - all you can feel is the wooden frame. The shower has very little pressure. Make sure you take lots of layers and hot water bottles if going in cold weather - the accommodation was very cold when we arrived. Door to the bedroom also sticks, and the front door needs a privacy curtain as it looks directly into the bathroom.
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Confirmed Guest
Friendly hosts and a lovely cottage. Very relaxing. Dog friendly too. A great base from which to explore the surrounding area.
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Confirmed Guest
Fantastic property with everything you could need. Perfectly situated for exploring the surrounding area. Very easy 20 minute drive into Inverness for all amenities.