Title: Thistle Lodge - UK7051 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45417429&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Thistle Lodge - UK7051 Cottage in Fortrose with kitchen and furnished balcony ## Photo gallery for Thistle Lodge - UK7051 ![Beach - Thistle Lodge - UK7051 (Rosemarkie, near Fortrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417500/45417429/fde93272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Thistle Lodge - UK7051 (Rosemarkie, near Fortrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417500/45417429/b529fe09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Oven, dishwasher, highchair - Thistle Lodge - UK7051 (Rosemarkie, near Fortrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417500/45417429/1ad2e669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Thistle Lodge - UK7051 (Rosemarkie, near Fortrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417500/45417429/af443478.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Thistle Lodge - UK7051 (Rosemarkie, near Fortrose)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45420000/45417500/45417429/0f3bb7f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled amongst the woods with great sea views, Thistle Lodge offers a serene retreat. Relax on the balcony with outdoor furniture, unwind in the open-plan living space or enjoy scenic walks nearby Chanonry Point, perfect for dolphin watching and spotting wildlife like pine martens and roe deer. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Thistle Lodge - UK7051 This delightful lodge is perfect for a get-away holiday, surrounded by trees, sea and nature.. 10 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 43" TV, Freesat, Patio Doors To Decking Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. LPG central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request.. Garden. Balcony with outdoor furniture. Grounds (shared with owner and other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. If a holiday is all about the view and location, then you will not be disappointed. Thistle Lodge is nestled amongst the woods with great sea views and a balcony to sit and watch the world go by. The living space is open-plan to maximise the views and comprises of a spacious living room, dining room and kitchen. On the first floor there is a master bedroom and a twin bedroom, both served by a family bathroom. There is private parking adjacent to the lodge. The property is located near to Chanonry Point which is one of the best places in Europe to watch bottlenose dolphins. The whole area is a mecca for wildlife including pine martens, buzzards, roe deer and otters. The owner who lives on site is always on hand to help and advise on the spectacular walks around the lodges. The area is ideal for cycling and walking and is steeped with local history. The nearby villages or Fortrose and Rosemarkie offer a superb selection of public houses serving food and a range of shops providing provisions and gifts. Beach 2 miles, shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles. Thistle Lodge can be booked with Callachy Cottage (ref UK7047), Heather Lodge (ref UK7048), Pine Lodge (ref UK7049) and Gorse Lodge (ref UK7050) to accommodate up to 20 guests. Free WiFi Travel and cot and high chair available on request. Only dogs allowed at the property. There are steps to the property. Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Furnished balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40020000/40011800/40011708/7de91a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport Inverness - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HI20140F ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Boende med 2 Sovrum i Rosemarkie Nära Fortrose 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Rosemarkie Near Fortrose 2 bedroom accommodation in Rosemarkie, near Fortrose Cottage 2 bedroom accommodation in Rosemarkie, near Fortrose Fortrose su-UK7051-UK7051 ## About the area Located in Fortrose, this cottage is in a rural area. Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club and Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fairy Glen Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Black Isle Wildlife Park and Inverness Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Fortrose travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortrose.dx6194177) [View more Cottages in Fortrose](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortrose-Cottages.d6194177-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.61438%2C-4.11575&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RRkzYPwV33hrb8SXRGYyl3afKyA=) Rosemarkie, near Fortrose ### What's nearby - ![Fortrose Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088905/0fc8cfb8-d9fa-4113-9a43-492acf21528e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fortrose Cathedral 4 min drive \- 5.2 km - Fairy Glen Reserve 3 min drive \- 4.2 km - Rosemarkie Beach 4 min drive \- 4.6 km - Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club 5 min drive \- 5.6 km - Chanonry Point Lighthouse 7 min drive \- 7.5 km ### Getting around - Dingwall Station 33 min drive - Inverness (INV) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Slaughterhouse Coffee 9 min drive - Cromarty Arms 9 min drive - Sutor Creek 8 min drive - Crofters Bistro 4 min drive - The Anderson 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Thistle Lodge - UK7051 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Thistle Lodge - UK7051? ### What time is check-out at Thistle Lodge - UK7051? ### Where is Thistle Lodge - UK7051 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Thistle Lodge - UK7051 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony G. May 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Places to explore A lovely quiet location with great views. An excellent centre for exploring the Black Isle including watching dolphins at Chanonry Point. Really enjoyed visiting Cromarty despite the oil rigs in Cromarty Firth. ##### Tony G. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith S. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Judith S. 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