Holiday rentals in Balintore

Cosy 1 bedroom guest house on NC500

Built in 2023 and finished to a high standard, enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located one bedroom private guest space. Located in the Royal Burgh of Tain, off the A9 & NC500 route, this well equipped space is situated in a family garden with off road parking. The self contained building boasts, a double (UK standard) bedroom, shower room and kitchen/diner/sitting area. Large patio doors lead out to the decked area in the garden. 35 miles north of Highland capital Inverness.

Cosy fisherman cottage in seaside village

A cosy mid-terraced fishermans cottage, now with a wood burner, located only 1 minute walking distance to the gorgeous Shandwick beach. Ideal for a peaceful seaside holiday retreat. Shandwick is one of three small coastal communities that along with Balintore and Hilton that make up the seaboard villages. Logs: we provide a bag of logs for each stay per week.If you require extra logs, I can provide contact details of logs providers locally. Well behaved (not too large) dogs also welcome.

Cabin by the Pier - a unique seaside location

Close to the NC500 route, Inverness, Nigg and the North Highlands, and a stone’s skiff from the shore, Cabin by the Pier is a unique modern building inspired by a traditional salmon fishing bothy, with a panoramic view across the Moray Firth. For writers, casual visitors, beachcombers, birdwatchers, stargazers, shore foragers, ancestry hunters, with the sea for it’s soundtrack, our very popular cabin offers modern comforts for two, in a unique location - where you escape the everyday.

Luxury self-catering log cabin at Assich Zen Lodge

Designed as a playful cross between a Zen tea house and Highland hunting lodge, Assich Zen Lodge is a luxury log cabin with Zen garden, created within the grounds - and using many of the stones - of an ancient ruined byre. It offers truly unique, romantic and luxurious accommodation in beautiful and tranquil surroundings, where guests can enjoy stunning panoramic views of mountain, sea, forest and castle, with exclusive use of large decked area, wood-fired hot-tub, sauna and fire pit.

Unique luxury 2 bedroom Gatehouse

Set in the grounds of the Innes Estate, near Elgin, this beautiful one-of-a-kind Gatehouse forms the entrance to the North Drive of Innes House. This unique property has 2 bedrooms and provides modern luxury and comfortable living in an ancient setting. It has its own private patio but residents will also have access to the 5000 acre estate that the house sits on. The Gatehouse is the perfect setting for romantic getaways, holidays with friends and family and even elopements!

Balnaha Cottage

Completely renovated 2023. Set within the beautiful Easter Ross peninsula the cottage has open views to the country. Lovely walks from the doorstep, 5 minute drive to Portmahomack or the seaboard villages of Hilton, Balintore and Shandwick. All boasting beautiful beaches. A perfect base for exploring the north and west coast of Scotland. Great place to view the northern lights. Well behaved dogs are welcome and must be kept on leads near livestock. License no HI-20077-F

The Wee House by the Sea

The location of this marvellous little house is exactly what you want from a coastal retreat. The interiors have been beautifully finished. It’s the complete package for couples in the north of Scotland. Wee House by the sea is a gem of a holiday home dating back to the 19th century and set in the lovely village of Balintore. Tucked away in the heart of the village on characterful Shore Street, the wee house is only a stone’s throw away from the sea and Shandwick beach.

The Coach House at Manse House

Make some memories at this unique and friendly place. Originally the Coach House of the 18th century listed Manse House, the property was sympathetically converted in 2004. The property lies in the gardens of the Manse in central Tain. It has great access to the main visitor attractions of the Eastern Highlands and makes a great place to relax or to use as a comfortable spot from which to explore the Highlands. Pets are welcome. License Number HI-20436 EPC F

Roggle Roich

Welcome home to Roggle Roich. Just a few metres away from the beach Roggle Roich offers comfortable, welcoming accommodation with unparalleled views over the Moray Firth and to the Cairngorms beyond. Dolphins and Porpoises are frequent visitors to the Firth and are often spotted from Roggle Roich which is located located in an unspoilt corner of Scotland detached from the hussle and bustle of modern life. STHL licence number: HI-20107-F EPC rating: E

Drumsmittal Croft, North Kessock, Highland

Drumsmittal Croft is an open plan luxury modern apartment on the Black Isle set within a working croft in a beautiful rural location with stunning panoramic views over the Beauly Firth and Inverness. The apartment is on the doorstep of the North Coast 500 (NC500) and within a 10 minute drive to the centre of Inverness, a perfect location for those looking to explore the Highlands and Islands. You can also find us on Instagram - drumsmittal_croft

One bedroom apartment in Dornoch, Scotland

With views to the Dornoch Firth this light and airy, self-contained, one bed apartment is situated in a quiet and leafy no-through road serving a small number of residential properties. The centre of Dornoch and the Royal Dornoch Golf Club is a ten minute walk. The expanse of sandy beach and dunes is approximately, a fifteen minute walk. It is perfectly situated as a pit-stop for the NC500 or as a base to enjoy the hills, glens and coastline.

Kinkell Castle Cottage

Kinkell cottage is quite simply, perfect. A special, romantic one bed cottage that holds so much character and charm, guests never want to leave. The property sits at the foot of Kinkell Castle, an enchanting building that has been lovingly restored, making it a view in itself to enjoy while sipping on your morning cuppa from the front of the cottage. While the castle is close, it's un-intrusive and the cottage feels incredibly private.