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Red Kite Croft House

This 2 bedroom traditional crofters cottage has recently undergone a complete renovation and offers up to 4 guests first class accommodation in a private location, situated approx' 2 miles form Conon Bridge, 4 miles from Dingwall and 13 miles from Inverness.

Completely newly renovated with brand new kitchen, windows, fittings, fixtures and furniture Red Kite Crofter's Cottage makes a perfect choice for couples or families. For those wishing to try their hand at pottery the cottage owners can even offer an onsite class - they will even fire your creation for you so you can take it home to show it off to friends and family.

The holiday cottage is located to the west of the Cromarty Firth, where the resident bottlenose dolphin pod can be seen feeding and playing. A haven for wildlife in general the Black Isle is ideal location. Named Red Kite Croft House Cottage due to the frequent sightings of the bird of prey.

Other Black Isle self catering holiday homes, cottages, apartments and log cabins.

Accommodation & Facilities

Ground Floor

Open plan Lounge/Diner/Kitchen– settee, futon, wood burning stove (wood supplied), dining table and chairs for 4, TV with DVD player, audio unit, fully fitted modern kitchen with electric ceramic hob, oven, fridge, kettle, toaster, microwave, plus all the cutlery, crockery, pots, pans and utensils you will need.There is a selection of DVD's, games and books.

Double bedroom - double bed, bedside cabinets, wall lighting, full size fitted wardrobes.

Wet room - w.c., wash hand basin, electric overhead shower.

First Floor

Bedroom/living area– bedroom running the complete length of the cottage. Twin beds with bedside cabinet, futon - spacious, airy room with several velux windows.

Other information

The cottage is accessed by private road.There is parking for one car directly outside the cottage. Please enquire about pottery classes or demonstrations. A washing machine is available for use. Sorry we are unable to accommodate pets.

All bed linen, towels and electricity are included in the price.

The holiday home is stocked with a starter supply of washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets (if applicable), toilet rolls and other kitchen and bathroom supplies.

A deposit of 25% of the total tariff is requested in advance. The balance is payable 6 weeks prior to the commencement of your holiday (or by arrangement for short notice bookings).

No smoking is permitted within the holiday home.

A refundable security deposit of £50 will be required as part of your final balance payment.

Sorry no pets.

Tariff & Prices

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Location & Directions

From the South - Follow the A9 north toward the Kessock Bridge. At the Kessock Bridge roundabout continue across the bridge (2nd exit) and follow the A9 to the Tore roundabout, approx 5 miles.

Take the 2nd exit off the Tore roundabout toward Dingwall (A835).

After approx 2½ miles turn left off the A835 at the junction signposted to Muir of Ord onto the B9169.

Turn first left, after 30 yards, then follow the gravel track up to the right. Continue to the end of the gravel track (approx 200 yards), through the wooden gate

Guest Reviews

We arrived and Mr Ewing showed us around and everything was as promised, we had a very relaxed stay, a lovely wood burning stove and plenty dry wood! Mr Ewing was very helpful, if we need a place to stay in the same area I will book the cottage again if it is free of course!
Mr H, France

A very comfortable cottage in a very peaceful setting with amazing views.
Miss H, Peterborough

This accommodation was perfect for a family holiday, a clean, fresh, beautiful house with lovely gardens. It was close to many amenities and a short drive into Inverness. Lots of special touches were provided by the owners such as home made jams and a pink bed cover for our daughter.
Mrs M, South Uist

Excellent friendly Hosts. Very clean and well laid out cottage. Very relaxing for couples. Would also be ideal for a family with children (even if it was wet) as there is a large play area upstairs and a lot of games and toys as well as videos.
Mr M, Edinburgh

Peaceful location but close to all local amenities and only 15 minutes from Inverness city centre. Great hosts - friendly and helpful. Lovely accommodation with everything you need for a relaxed break. Upstairs room would be ideal for children or teenagers giving them their own space. Would definitely return.
Mrs F, West Lothian

Peaceful location but close to all local amenities and only 15 minutes from Inverness city centre. Great hosts - friendly and helpful. Lovely accommodation with everything you need for a relaxed break. Upstairs room would be ideal for children or teenagers giving them their own space. Would definitely return.
Mrs F, Linlithgow

We had a warm welcome fro our hosts and were provided with all the information and assistance we needed. We were visiting family and friends in Inverness and also mountain biking at many of the Trail Centres in the area so the cottage was perfectly located for all our needs. There was safe, dry accommodation to keep our bikes and a comfortable, warm, clean environment for us to return to after strenuous days out. The cottage has lovely views and a tranquil atmosphere, and was also a hit with our children who loved the garden and took over the upstairs room for games and telly watching in the evenings while we relaxed in front of the log burner stove.

The owners next door were very welcoming but in no way intrusive. Helpful when asked and we had no complaints. We could travel easily in all directions to places of interest as the location was very accessible. Suited our kind of holiday to be out and about by day and relaxing with evenings in. Well worth a visit.

pleasant outlook, good sized garden for kids to play "hide & seek". Red Kites were regular visitors and a delight to see, convenient for Inverness and a variety of visitor attractions, friendly owners. We hope to visit again soon to see more of this part of Scotland. It is good that the owners make it available for short stays off season.
Mrs S, Edinburgh

The cottage is extremely comfortable and well equipped. There are lovely views to one side of the cottage, but the best view was out of the sitting room window watching the Red Kites flying over the field, marvelous.
Mrs H, Wooler

It was like home from home with all the gadgets and utensils provided in the kitchen. The views from all the windows were breath taking and we loved watching the red kites gliding over the field just over the fence whilst we were eating our meals.
Mrs C, Dudley

Very good. Owners next door very welcoming and helpful but not in any way obtrusive. Very central for touring in all directions. Good television reception which is not always true of holiday lets.Certainly to be recommended.
Rev & Mrs D, N Ireland

This croft house is just perfect. It has been simply but cleverly designed and finished to a high standard. Modern, clean and yet very homely it is a perfect base for exploring the area.
The owners are also the most delightful couple who make you feel most welcome and totally at ease from the moment you arrive. Overall a super little cottage in a central but quiet setting.
Mr M, Sheffield

Log burner was lovely to sit at in the evenings. The children loved the upstairs with their own futon to sit and watch TV at.
Mrs B, Perth

Wonderful cottage and wonderful hosts. Warm and cosy cottage making this holiday truly magical. We will be back - Thank you.
Yorkshire

Many thanks Bernard and Iona. We may have been let down by other cottage owners but glad in a way we were. Gorgeous cottage, gorgeous place, brilliant stay. Thank you, see you again.
Mr & Mrs Sweet - West Yorkshire

Great cottage! Appreciated the flexability of staying only 3 days. Saw dolphins at North Kessock Dolphin Centre, Cromarty and Chanonry in one day! Cawdor Castle also good (though not for dolphins).
Cardiff

Many thanks for a lovey stay. We loved the cottage and the Black Isle. We particularly enjoyed seeing the dolphins, who put on a spectacular show for us at Channory point and the red kites in the field behind the cottage.
Servante - Cumbria

Iona and Bernard - Thank you both very much for the 'delightful' stay in your cottage - great vacility and locality!!
Mr & Mrs Howlett - New Zealand

A fabulous week in a lovely cottage. Enjoyed all the peace and quiet the hills and glens had to offer. Saw dolphins at Chanonry Point, Red squirre3ls at Loch Ness and even managed to swim in the sea at Dornoch! We'd love to come back and meet you both next time round.
Leeds

We felt extremely welcome at the Red Kite Crofthouse. Especially the children loved all the provided toys which were in an excellent condition. The choice of books was very good and the house was of an outstanding cleanliness. We will recommend as a first class & very child friendly holiday home.
Manchester, England

Thak you for a lovely stay, the eggs and all the lovely toys you provided for the wee ones! We felt very welcome.
The Bird family - Insch

Enjoyed our stay here. Lots to see and do and first class accommodation.
Forton's West Lothian

Lovely cottage, lovely hosts, lovely weather, lovely holiday. Investigate the little roads you never know what you will find! Thankyou
Moseley family - North Yorkshire

Thank you for a lovely stay enjoyed it very much.
Ecclefechan

This is very corfortable accommodation which has been finished with an artistic touch. Lovely views over the mountains and within easy reach of the spectacular 'West side of Scotland'.
Margaret and Ruth - Norfolk

Thanks again Bernard and Iona. Have had a great few days in the cottage and hope to be back again soon.
The Jennings

Spent a lovely and relaxing few days here, great weather and Bernard and Iona make good hosts. The log fire proved "light entertainment and cosy nights in "
Cawley and Hayward - Kent

Thanks for the time here. We enjoyed both the cottage and the Black Isle in the few days we were here.

Had a fabulous time. Very cosy cottage! Enjoyed the fire, thank you very much. Would love to come back.
The Bingley's - West Yorkshire

Many thanks for the use of the cfoft, wonderful quiet and peaceful; tastefully and comfortably furnished. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. You are excellent hosts. Hope to rerurn - Thank you
Mr & Mrs Holdom

A cosy cottage, lovely and quiet. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Marbella - Spain

Thoroughly enjoyed our week here. Great house and great hosts. Would love to come back,
Finlayson - Stornoway

Cosy and comfortable cottage. Lovely scenery and places of interest. Enjoyed our holiday.

Thank you Bernard and Iona for a thoroughly enjoyable stay in your lovely cottage and advice on local places of interest. We will definately be back.
Mr & Mrs Jennings

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