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Cathy's Cottage

The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is a small town on the edge of the Dornoch Firth, steeped in history and is in a designated National Scenic Area in the Highlands of Scotland.

Famed for its cathedral and championship golf course - one of the best in the world. On the north side of the Dornoch Firth, on the east coast that runs from the Moray Firth up onto Sutherland, Dornoch enjoys the status of a well-to-do holiday resort with miles of sandy beaches.

The extensive sand dunes in the area are perfect for links golf, and the Royal Dornoch golf championship course is up there with Pebble Beach et al, being ranked 13th best golf course in the world.

The coast is also a favourite with wildlife, such as seals, and a sizeable population of both breeding and wintering birds.

Dating from the 12th century, the town is steeped in history. The impressive cathedral was founded in 1224, and though the Mackay clan sacked it in 1570, it was restored by the Countess of Sutherland in 1835, and again in the 20th century. Other buildings of note are the 16th century Bishops Palace and the Old Town jail, now an exclusive shop and gallery.

The Historylinks Museum chronicles the history of Sutherland and the town. The town is also reputedly where the last witch in Scotland was burnt, in 1722 - a fact commemorated by the Witch's Stone.

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Accommodation & Facilities

The town is right on your doorstep and has many good restaurants, pubs and shops. Walk to the first tee of the Royal Dornoch Golf Club in 5 minutes, and the beautiful, award-winning, sandy beach in 10.

First Floor

Lounge/Diner – ample seating in the lounge area, TV with Sky channels. Conservatory dining room attached to lounge. Seating for 6 guests. Overlooking the large private back garden. Free Wi-Fi internet access.

Twin bedroom - 2 single beds, bedside cabinets, built-in wardrobe. Access to Jack and Jill shower room with plumbed shower.

Kitchen - Electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine. Welsh dresser with ample crockery and cutlery. Breakfast bar.

Second Floor

Master bedroom– spacious bedroom with 2 queen beds, bedside cabinets and dressing. Overlooking the back garden.

Twin bedroom - twin beds with wardobe and dressing table.

Family bathroom

Other Information

Parking at front and side of the cottage. Dogs welcome. Large fenced secure back garden with patio furntiure

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

Stocked with a starter supply of washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, 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 good housekeeping deposit of £50 will be required as part of your final balance payment.

Up to 2 well behaved dogs welcome at £20 per dog.

Tariff & Prices

Prices shown are for available weeks only and are the standard price for full occupancy. Occupancy discounts and special offers may apply. To check Availability and Prices, with any applied discounts, click on Check Now button and choose your desired dates with number of guests staying. The pop up box will provide a final price quotation.

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Location & Directions

From the South - Follow the A9 north toward the Kessock Bridge at Inverness.

At the Kessock Bridge roundabout continue across the bridge (2nd exit) and follow north toward Invergordon and Tain. Continue along the A9 passed Tain.

After Tain take the second exit at the roundabout at the Dornoch Bridge across the bridge. Continue along the A9.

Leave the A9, taking the A949. Continue into Dornoch. On arrival at Dornoch pass the 'Jail' shops on the right and Cathedral on the left. At the T junction at the end of the square turn right.

Follow the road along to River Street (approx 200 metres)

Cathy's Cottage is on the right

To view directions from the Kessock Bridge, Inverness to Cathy's Cottage on google maps click here

Guest Reviews

Very home from home feel, Lovely back garden for the dog to play in safely. Perfect location for shops beach etc. Cant wait to go back again next year.
Mr M, Orkney

Very modern, clean and well equipped. Great views and in a good location.
Mrs H, West Kirby

Very comfortable accommodation, perfect for families. The cottage is very close to the beach, and only a few minutes walk into the village itself. The garden is HUGE, great for kids to run around in. This was our 3rd holiday in Dornoch and we will definitely be back for trip number 4 to Cathy's Cottage.
Mrs T, Greenock

Spacefull accomodation, comfortable bads, handy for walking to town centre, or walking to golf course. kitchen well fitted out for crockery, utensils etc. A home from home. Parking for two cars in front off road. We had a lovely relaxing holiday and a great family get together.
Mrs E, Little Hale

Very spacious. Well equipped. Lovely big garden. Nice location.
Mrs M, Renfrew

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