Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fortrose Cathedral and 2 miles (3 km) of Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club with a stay here. Groam House Museum and Fairy Glen Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Muir of Ord Station - 19 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
The Stag And Thistle (Bar And Kitchen) - 26 min drive
Rosemarkie Beach Cafe - 3 min drive
Crofters Bistro - 3 min drive
The Plough Inn - 3 min drive
The Anderson - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose
The Shore is a traditional cottage that has been beautifully modernised to offer luxurious accommodation. Its location in wonderful Fortrose, right by the lapping shore of the Moray Firth is simply unbeatable.. Staycations honestly don’t come much better than The Shore in lovely Fortrose. It’s a dream of a holiday cottage and you will honestly love it.
Located in Fortrose, an historic, attractive Royal Burgh on the Black Isle, The Shore is a traditional cottage right beside the sea. A stone’s throw from the lapping Moray Firth, you have a very good chance of spotting bottlenose dolphins from the cottage - the resident pod that cruise these waters! The wee harbour of Fortrose is a slightly longer stone’s throw away and it’s where the sailing club is based. Within a few minutes’ walk you can be up a little footpath from The Shore and in the centre of charming Fortrose. A highlight is the amazing IV10 café/bar/deli that you’ll keep visiting during your stay - guaranteed!
The town is built around the beautiful red sandstone cathedral with current ruins dating back to the 1300s. Most of the building has fallen, but some fine architectural details do remain. Traditionally the seat of the bishops of Ross, Fortrose has seen a lot of wealth and therefore the buildings that make up the town are interesting and very attractive. It’s a lovely place to wander around. You’ll walk beyond the little town and explore Chanonry Ness, a sandy spit that juts out into the Moray Firth from Fortrose and the village of Rosemarkie a quarter of a mile to the north. The 15th oldest golf course in the world covers the spit and leads to the point where a Stevenson lighthouse stands.
Chanonry Point is the best spot to see the dolphins in these parts. The north side of the spit that leads back to Rosemarkie has a beautiful, long sandy beach. You can decide during your holiday which beach is your favourite: right outside the door of the cottage (at low tide!), or over in sandy Rosemarkie! Now you can stay at The Shore all week long and not venture far at all, but that would be a shame. You’re so very close to some amazing places in the Highlands. The Black Isle is on your doorstep and not far away the interior of the Scottish Highlands await exploration. Trailheads to Munros are within thirty minutes’ drive, and you can be in the Cairngorms National Park in 45 minutes. You also have lovely Inverness, the gateway to the Highlands only twenty minutes away.
The accommodation is finished to a very high standard. A historic cottage that has been modernised beautifully and perfect for a family to spend a week or two. We urge you to not hesitate in booking The Shore. It’s a truly fabulous holiday cottage that you’ll want to rebook as soon as you arrive! Pub within 1 mile.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Cot. Wifi. Welcome pack. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Rear enclosed garden. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number HI-00868-P
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
3 Bedroom Accommodation in Fortrose Cottage
3 Bedroom Accommodation in Fortrose Fortrose
3 Bedroom Accommodation in Fortrose Cottage Fortrose
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Frequently asked questions
How close is 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose to the airport?
This cottage is 20 mi (33-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose to the beach?
This cottage is 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach.
Does 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is 3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose to downtown Fortrose?
This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Fortrose.
3 bedroom accommodation in Fortrose Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John Fairweather
Mar 12, 2026
Very cosy and comfortable cottage with great views, really enjoyed our stay.
Very cosy and comfortable cottage with great views, really enjoyed our stay.
John Fairweather
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jo Pearce
Apr 5, 2026
The pictures don’t do The Shore justice.
The pictures don’t do The Shore justice. It’s stunning and extremely well equipped. Even down to ensuring there is milk in the fridge for your arrival. We throughly enjoyed our stay here. Can’t recommend it enough. The views and sun rises were picturesque from the cottage. Loved seeing the wildlife and the resident harbour Herron.Fortrose is a quaint place and there is lovely Chinese in Avoch.The Allangrange in Munlochy is a great place to go for some nice home cooked food.If you love castles - then Dunrobin is beautiful but not open again until next year. (2025)We’ll definitely return.
Jo Pearce
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Donald Farms
Nov 5, 2025
Modernised cottage, extremely well done, tho for us we prefer more old-world and "cosy ".
Modernised cottage, extremely well done, tho for us we prefer more old-world and "cosy ". (Will not stop us going back, tho)Kitchen well equipped.
Donald Farms
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John B
Jun 12, 2025
Four of us / two couples stayed at the Shore Jan 2025.
Four of us / two couples stayed at the Shore Jan 2025. The property is excellent with a great location right next to the sea - just a small road in-between. As others have said the property is (even) nicer inside than the photos suggest. There's plenty of room. The sitting room is very comfortable. The kitchen is modern and well equipped. Bedrooms lovely with great views upstairs especially (with a telescope on the landing in-between). Tall folk need to remember to duck in places, but we soon remembered! The owners were very helpful and responsive (eg following a query about coffee making facilities a bag of ground coffee was waiting for us on arrival). Check in via a key-box was painfree. We really liked Fortrose and the Black Isle though I guess it helps if you like outdoor activities / wildlike etc. The renowned lookout at Chanonry point is about 1.5 miles on foot - we saw dolphins, seals, and various birds so it became a regular stroll. In terms of food there's a fab butcher, a couple of decent bakeries, a good takeaway, and several nice cafe's in Rosemarkie and Cromarty. There are two pubs. We went to the Anderson a couple of times and although opinions varied after the first visit would recommend it both for drinks and food (especially if you like a good burger). In summary an excellent place to stay on the Black Isle.