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Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village

Golf vacation home perfect for exploring Fortrose

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Beach nearby
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Inverness, Scotland
  • Place, Fortrose Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Rosemarkie Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fortrose

Heart of Fortrose.Stay at this Fortrose vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fortrose Cathedral and 2 miles (3 km) of Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club. Groam House Museum and Fairy Glen Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fortrose Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Groam House Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Fairy Glen Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rosemarkie Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Conon Bridge Station - 23 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Crofters Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Anderson - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Wendys Cafe - ‬29 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.

Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village

A little piece of heaven is located in the heart of Fortrose village in the Highlands. Although it is right in the center it is really tucked away and very private. It has off street parking for one car and a secure enclosed garden, ideal for little people. As it is all on one level it would be suitable for guests with limited mobility. The house is a 2 minute walk to the high street where you will find the shops and amenities. Fortrose is a fantastic village. The sea is on your doorstep. Five minutes walk (we walk down in our wetsuits) and you can be in the sea at the harbour or paddling your kayak off into the blue yonder. In the village just a minutes walk away from the house you have the high st. There is a co-op, a bakers, a butchers, a post office/gift shop, boots the chemist, fish and chip shop, cafes, bars and our favourite, IV10 the deli bistro that is a must eat place for all visitors.
A short walk away you have Chanory Point which is a renowned place for spotting the dolphins that live in the Moray Firth. You can walk there from Applegrove. Also you have the even bigger beach at Rosemarkie and again some great little cafes for coffee and cake at the end of your walk. The house was recently fully refurbished in 2020, all new bathrooms, carpet and flooring throughout and full redecoration. The house does not have a dishwasher.

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Stunning quiet location with views across the Moray Firth home to dolphins.
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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
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Stunning quiet location with views across the Moray Firth home to dolphins.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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

Please do not light a fire in the fire place

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number HI-20214-F

Frequently asked questions

How close is Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.3 mi (34-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Rosemarkie Beach.

Does Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village to downtown Fortrose?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Fortrose.

Applegrove - Perfect and cosey 2 bed bungalow in the heart of Fortrose village Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable, well equipped home! Walking distance to shops and the water. Quiet and charming. Hope to visit again on a future trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed Fortrose!!! Ate at the Anderson pub!!! Walked to chanonry point to watch the dolphins jump & feed!!!!! Was a cozy house to stay in!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emrah S.

Great location

First, we'd like to highlight the positives:* The property is in an excellent location, with convenient access to nearby cities via public transportation.* We appreciated the presence of a local co-op and bakeries, and there were many pleasant places to visit within walking distance.* The local residents were very friendly and welcoming.* Communication with the host was consistently good.However, we did encounter a few areas that could be improved:* **Cleanliness:** We found the cleanliness to be subpar. It seemed as though the most recent cleaning was done some time ago. We also noticed insect baits with multiple insects caught, and unfortunately, we encountered bugs in the rooms almost daily.* **Bedding:** The bedding could be significantly improved. The mattresses were quite old, lacked support, and were noisy.* **Furniture:** While the property was stylishly decorated, the living room furniture appeared dated.On a positive note regarding the property's amenities:* The bathrooms seemed to have been recently updated.* The kitchen was very well-equipped and convenient for dining in.Overall, despite these minor issues, our stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday

Easy. Comfortable. Relaxed. Lovely neighbours.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vivienne M.

Lovely village

The property is a great size and nicely set up. The village and amenities are very good. We had an issue which we related to the Host. It was dealt with promptly ... all by messaging. I would've liked to have spoken in person but was not able to. The front door lock is tricky so we just used the back door which worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant house in quiet situation

The house was very cold when we arrived and we have no doubt jacked up the electricity bill warming up the house. All necessary things were in place and we managed access well through the key lock box and left the keys in the same place today.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jewel on the North Sea

We enjoyed our dinner at The Anderson which was nearby, and the local Food Coop is a great place to stock up on supplies. The house is totally comfortable and the parking is no problem, you just have to back in the driveway. We could have stayed much longer, but it was great that the house was available for the days we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location- you can tour by car or just stay on foot.

We had a great time and it was so nice to be in the heart of Fortrose. The surrounding area was great, we are into beaches and there were so many to choose from, some just a short walk from the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginna D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Very clean and plenty of space for a family. Close to golf and sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., SOWERBY BRIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness

2 Night Stay

We found the house well equipped. Location was central. Good communication from our Host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ed and Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 days in Fortress

The property had a great deal of privacy despite being in close quaters with other.homes. A wall and fence enclosed the outdoor space providing security and privacy. The community of the home was noticeably safe and secure. We would recommend to the owners that they update the main living room area with brighter lighting, and more modern and comfortable furniture. Given the rainy weather during our stay a nice fire in the fireplace would have been cozy, but we couldn't use it because the stack was inoperable. Both the bathrooms were upgraded, and very nice. Adding some low cost wall mounted glass shelves in each bath would be a nice functional upgrade. Using the sun porch for having breakfast and coffee was a nice way to start the day. All in all a nice property; yet with a few changes to the.living room area it could be much better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Cambridge, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Handy location

Good base for our visiting around Inverness and Ft George. Loved the town. Would have enjoyed more uptodate furnishing of living room, but it was all ok for our brief stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely well cared for cottage

This cottage was perfect for or visit to the Inverness area. It was spacious with parking for our car right at the door. It has a nice garden area, and was very nicely equipped for all our needs. It is within short walking distance to the local co-op store for groceries and travel items. There are walking paths down to the sea shore. We couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny M.

Great wee spot

The cottage was perfect for what we needed and safe for young children as described. Great location for the village and surrounding areas, we didn't have enough bin bags and some dirty towels were left on the back of the bathroom doors when we arrived. Overall we had a great stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection in Fortrose

Loved the location - close to the water and also close to the town. Lovely in extreme.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect base near Chanonry Point

The property was very clean, well equipped and everything we needed was there. It was nice to have a garden as well. The beds were comfy and the bathrooms recently done up. We really enjoyed being able to just walk to Chanonry Point to watch the dolphins!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint

Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fortrose is fantastic

Our home was a cozy place to spend a few days, although we spent most of the time exploring Fortrose and nearby towns. The house fully met our needs for rest and relaxation after full days out. Not to be missed in Fortrose are The Anderson and IV10. The main bakery in town (across from The Anderson did amazing breakfast pies and pastries, too).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G., Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Liked: Cleanliness

Three Canadians loved this cute, cozy cottage.

My mom, my husband and I stayed here in the middle of our 3-week trip through Scotland and this place was just what we needed. The cottage is all on one level and it's decorated beautifully. Each comfortable bedroom had a lovely ensuite. We enjoyed the picnic table in the yard and the dining room for games and meals. The kitchen was also great for us to cook breakfast, make our picnic for the day, and prepare for the next day's adventures. We recommend this holiday rental if you plan to be in the area...it's very clean, and comfortable, and your stay will be enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SIMON B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely visit to the black isle

The property is most comfortable for a self cafering holiday. The kitchen has everything you need and the living spaces are well kept and relaxing. The bedrooms are quiet with cosy beds and bathrooms that are clean and have lovely showers. Thank you for a great stay and we'll be back for longer next timw
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Cottage

Great relaxing spot very close to the water. In a hurry up world nice to go somewhere that time slows down. Exactly what we needed. House was great apple tree in the back yard was a big hit with the kiddo. Walk to the water and all you need. Market, bakery and bar. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy W., Hampshire UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Few days away whale watching

A lovely home with all you could wish for. Comfortable, clean and spacious. A great host who pointed us in the direction of the IV10 deli and they didn't dissapount! If wasn't so far away we'd definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage at Fortrose

When we arrived the cottage was colder than we were comfortable with. I emailed Jane, the owner, who helped us immediately and we were sorted for the rest of the stay. Bedrooms and bathrooms nicely updated, good pictures, however I do agree with a previous gent who said that the lounge could be updated to match, but I guess that is just a matter of time. Overall we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect base for area

Much more spacious than the photos suggest, very short walk to local shops / cafes and an ideal base if visiting beaches / golf / walks - all 2 minutes drive. Beautiful area . Host ensures you have what you need. Lounge furniture not far from needing updated but bathrooms have been modernised. Would happily stay again if in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

anthony v.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 day break

Prefect little house to stay in for a couple days break. Perfect location for visiting surrounding areas plus a 2 min walk to the shops. Defo would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022