Guests say
St Orans is a charming, peaceful cottage ideal for those seeking relaxation, beautiful walks, and a break from technology. Guests consistently praise its tranquil setting, secure garden for dogs, and proximity to scenic locations and local amenities. The cottage is described as cosy and well-equipped, with a wood burner and comfortable bed. While some mention basic kitchen equipment and occasional chilly bedrooms, the overall experience is highly positive, especially for dog owners and walkers. Occasional thoughtful touches, such as a welcoming fire or leftover pantry items, are appreciated but not guaranteed.
The majority of guests found the cottage very clean, with only one mention of a greasy oven. The rest of the property was described as spotless and well-maintained.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, beautiful scenery, and excellent access to walks, beaches, and nearby towns. Guests appreciate the secluded yet convenient setting.
Most guests found the cottage cosy and the bed comfortable, with a few noting the bedroom could be chilly and the sofa less comfortable. The secure garden and quiet surroundings add to the comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen, powerful shower, and wood burner. Some guests noted basic kitchenware and lack of TV/Wi-Fi, but these were often seen as positives for a relaxing stay.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcoming fire and a stocked larder from previous guests, but these are not guaranteed. Hosts were responsive and helpful when needed.
About this property
This is an ideal property for a couple or two friends wishing to explore this region of the Highlands, or partake in some sporting activities.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: (No TV), Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Toilet.
Electric underfloor central heating (bathroom and hall), electric heaters (kitchen and bedroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and logs for wood burner included. Stairgate.. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a well.. A warm Highland welcome awaits you at St Orans, a lovely little detached property for two, set in peaceful rural surroundings and close to the banks of the River Findhorn. The cottage, redecorated in early 2019, makes a wonderful base for exploring this beautiful part of the Highlands of Scotland or to just relax and unwind in. Accessed by a track, it is surrounded by woodlands making excellent walking opportunities right on your doorstep and with this unique habitat it can support a large variety of wildlife and birdlife. This remote property also has access to 3G/4G internet on all mobile phones and tablets.
The area is renowned for its excellent selection of walks, mountain bike trails, horse riding, golf and fishing along with a variety of water sports including white water rafting, canoeing and boat trips. Hopefully you will catch sight of the Moray Firth bottlenose dolphins on your boat trip. The Moray coastline has been voted amongst the top 20 coastal destinations in the world, and with its quaint coastal villages along with miles of unspoilt white sandy beaches, it is a well deserved award.
Only 30 miles away is the Cairngorms National Park and close to two major ski centres – the Lecht and Cairngorm, where you can take part in snow boarding, skiing and climbing in some spectacular mountain ranges. Take a trip along the only malt whisky trail in the world with two of the distilleries close by – the Dallas Dhu and Benromach.
Slightly further afield you can visit the Highland capital of Inverness, with its wide selection of shops, restaurants, museums, theatre and leisure facilities. Visit Loch Ness and the ruins of Urquhart Castle or some of the other historical sites including Culloden Battlefield and Fort George, along with Brodie and Cawdor Castles. So much to see and do for all ages. Beach 14½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 4½ miles.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Brodie Castle & Estate
- Cawdor Castle
- Fort George
- The Little Theatre
- Cardhu Distillery
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent property, really good walks. Very peaceful and no internet or television great.
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Lynda Bradford
If you can live without constant connectivity and the TV then St Orans is the place for you. Clean, comfortable , well equipped and importantly for me dog friendly.
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Teresa Hartley
We enjoyed our week in the cottage.However we didn't know there was no tv ,radio or internet.It wasn't a big problem for us but maybe for others in the future .We bought a cheap radio as i like to listen to radio 2.We ate out every day .I did not use the oven as i thought it was bit greasy for my liking .The rest of the cottage was very clean and the bed very comfortable .The hosts were lovely and fixed the fire alarm quickly it 's battery had a fault .We would book again if i had to go back to visit family.A very peaceful setting to detox from technology.