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The Boathouse at Croft Downie
Beachfront vacation home near Inverness Castle
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Entire home
Popular amenities
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Pet-friendly
Explore the area
North Kessock, Scotland
- Inverness CastlePlace, Inverness Castle9 min drive
- Inverness CathedralPlace, Inverness Cathedral9 min drive
- Eden Court TheatrePlace, Eden Court Theatre9 min drive
- Inverness (INV)Airport, Inverness (INV)17 min drive
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About the area
Inverness
On the beach.At this Inverness vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Caledonian Stadium and 6 miles (10 km) of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Victorian Market and Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Victorian Market - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
- Inverness Castle - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
- Inverness Cathedral - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
- Eden Court Theatre - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
- Culloden Battlefield - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
Getting around
- Inverness Station - 14 min drive
- Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
- Morrisons Cafe - 18 min drive
- MacGregor's - 14 min drive
- Starbucks - 14 min drive
- Miele's Gelateria (Ice Cream & Dessert Shop) - 14 min drive
- Innes Bar - 14 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Boathouse at Croft Downie
Be at one with nature in this beautiful and peaceful boathouse on the shores of the Moray Firth. Surrounded by beaches and ancient woodlands, the Boathouse at Croft Downie offers the perfect rural retreat with long romatic walks along the beach or through the forest. Immerse yourself in nature, surrounded by otters and heron, with the occasional glimpse of red squirrels, deer and even the Moray Firth dolphins. Idylic isolation just 15 minutes from Inverness town centre. This completely unique studio property with beaches either side sits on the South shore of the beautiful Black Isle between Kilmuir and the Kessock Bridge, with 270 degree views over the Moray Firth.
The 30m2 studio apartment has a super-king-size bed at one end, a working/eating area in the middle and a fully fitted kitchen and living area at the other end. The property benefits from an en-suite shower-room and a wood burning stove. Downstairs, guests have access to wild-swimming in the shallows of the Moray Firth and a private room with double-ended bath and outside shower. There is plenty of outside seating along with a gas barbeque and plenty of space for camp fires.
Guests have exclusive access to the studio apartment, private room at beach level, beaches, lawn and ample car parking with multiple sitting and dining areas. Beach and forest walks can be directly accessed from the property, and boats, canoes and kayaks can be launched easily from the beaches beside the property. Guests can contact Graham by email or telephone at any time with local backup numbers available for emergencies.
The 30m2 studio apartment has a super-king-size bed at one end, a working/eating area in the middle and a fully fitted kitchen and living area at the other end. The property benefits from an en-suite shower-room and a wood burning stove. Downstairs, guests have access to wild-swimming in the shallows of the Moray Firth and a private room with double-ended bath and outside shower. There is plenty of outside seating along with a gas barbeque and plenty of space for camp fires.
Guests have exclusive access to the studio apartment, private room at beach level, beaches, lawn and ample car parking with multiple sitting and dining areas. Beach and forest walks can be directly accessed from the property, and boats, canoes and kayaks can be launched easily from the beaches beside the property. Guests can contact Graham by email or telephone at any time with local backup numbers available for emergencies.
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near the sea
- On the waterfront
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 323 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please take recycling and rubbish to the bins at the end of the road.
Please take any empty bottles to the bottle bank in the village.
Please leave the key in the keybox (6870).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum 1 (weight limit: 218 lbs per pet)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number HI-20511-F
Property is also known as
764903