Title: Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100864180&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. Cottage in Tain with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. ![Dishwasher, highchair - Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. (Balintore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100864200/100864180/a71aaa56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. 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(Balintore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100864200/100864180/b9ad24eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Discover the tranquility of Taigh Fiodha in Shandwick, a short walk from stunning sandy beaches. With its open plan living space, fully equipped kitchen and large lawned garden with barbecue facilities, this Scandinavian log cabin is perfect for family gatherings or explorers looking for a base near the NC500. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. Perfect holiday home also for its close proximity to the NC500\. Great explorers base!. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV. Electric heating and electricity by £1 coin meter (initial £10 included). Bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Large, lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Self-catering Log Cabin near to Tain and Balintore in the Scottish Highlands. This Scandinavian, dog friendly log cabin sleeps up to 6 guests. This recently constructed Scandinavian pine log cabin is situated 10 minutes’ walk from the beautiful sandy beaches of the Seaboard Villages of Shandwick, Balintore and Hilton. The lodge offers stunning views West to Ben Wyvis and North to the hills and mountains of East Sutherland. This recently constructed Scandinavian pine log cabin is situated 10 minutes’ walk from the beautiful sandy beaches of the Seaboard Villages of Shandwick, Balintore and Hilton. With just a 40 minute drive from the city of Inverness, ’Taigh Fiodha’ (Gaelic for wooden house) gives an ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands. Beach ¾ mile. Free WiFi EPC Rating = D Letting licence no.: HI20023F Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100870000/100863900/100863807/05751994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose Fortrose - 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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 HI20023F ### Property is also known as su-UK7464-UK7464 ## About the area ![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%7C57.75442%2C-3.92831&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ay7gyzo3IUbAVkeBSe7HZrS9rE0=) Balintore #### What's nearby - Hilton Of Cadboll Stone \- 5 min drive \- 2.9 km - Tain Through Time \- 17 min drive \- 15.2 km - Browns Gallery \- 17 min drive \- 15.2 km - Tain Golf Course \- 18 min drive \- 15.2 km - Glenmorangie Distillery \- 18 min drive \- 17.8 km #### Getting around - Fearn Station - 7 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Greens Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪Platform 1864 - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sunflowers Café - ‬13 min drive - ‪Shandwick Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪Pipers Coffee House - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick.? ### What time is check-out at Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick.? ### Where is Lovely rural location under a mile from a stunning sandy beach in Shandwick. located? ## Have a question? 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