Scrabster Farm Cottage

About this property

Thurso 1.5 miles. This semi-detached bungalow rests in idyllic countryside on the outskirts of the small hamlet of Scrabster, near Thurso, in Northern Scotland. Originally a farm cottage, the property boasts several character features that provide a welcoming accommodation for families looking to escape the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life and relax in this tranquil part of Scotland. Spend your down time in the sitting room, with two plush settees and an alluring electric fireplace to curl up beside, as well as a flatscreen TV for entertainment. Head to the contemporary kitchen to find a lovely space to prepare your meals, fully-equipped with a range of quality appliances to assist you during your stay. Just off the kitchen is a utility room with washing machine and the family bathroom, featuring bath and shower over. There are three bedrooms to choose from, including a king-size double, twin and double with overhead bunk. Each bedroom has plush beds, ample furniture to store your personal items, and best of all, stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Outside there is a spacious, lawned garden and off-road parking for 3 cars. Due to the rural location, you will have easy access across the rolling countryside, with a number of scenic walks and footpaths to explore, as well as a plethora of birdlife to spot along the way, ideal for those keen photographers too. The property is very close by to the North Coast 500 route and exploring the route is well worth it. Thurso offers a great selection of traditional pubs and restaurants, for some fine food and real Scottish ale, as well as a range of shops and supermarkets for all your amenities. For an action-packed day out, get a ferry over to Mainland, the main island of Orkeny where you will be rewarded with stunning views and prehistoric monuments, or you can spend the day brushing up on local history whilst walking amongst the sea breeze. This delightful getaway promises a relaxing retreat, all-year-round.

Thurso is a town and former burgh resting in the Scottish Highlands. Boasting a lovely sandy beach and hundreds of miles' worth of rolling countryside surrounding. Offering a selection of pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. There are plenty of nearby lakes and rivers for some watersports, as well as nearby coastal towns.

Accommodation

All-ground-floor.

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double with overhead bunk, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with electric fire.

Electric central heating with electric fire.

Electric double oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, and TV with Freeview and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 3 cars.

Lawned garden enclosed.

Lockable bike storage.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 1.8 miles.

Beach 0.75 miles