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Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.

Tain accommodation with kitchen

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A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the sea.
A pebble beach with a statue of a mermaid on a rock, calm sea, and a distant hill with buildings.
A coastal residential area with houses, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a mirror, and a ceiling light.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and a view of the sea.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Balintore, near Tain
  • Place, Hilton Of Cadboll Stone
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tain Through Time
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenmorangie Distillery
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tain

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Tain cottage and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Hilton Of Cadboll Stone and 9 miles (15 km) of Tarbat Discovery Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Tarbat Golf Course and North Sutor Cliffs.
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What's nearby

  • Hilton Of Cadboll Stone - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Tain Through Time - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Browns Gallery - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Tain Golf Course - 18 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 19 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fearn Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shandwick Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Oystercatcher - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Italian Touch - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Commercial Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Anta - ‬3 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.

Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.

Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. With a beautiful, sandy harbour and beach nearby as well, this location is perfect for all the family.. All on the Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Front garden. Enclosed back garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples, families and holidaymakers only.. Welcome to Mermaid View, a beautiful bungalow with a lovely family living/dining room and a separate modern, well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty breakfasts before venturing out for the day. There are three double bedrooms, and outside is a patio area and decking which gives great views. The garden is fully enclosed, so you can allow your dog to run around.

Mermaid View is situated in the seaside town of Balintore, less than a ½-mile walk from the beautiful sandy beaches and the enclosed stone harbour, which also is a great place to take your dog. Whilst walking around the town you will understand why the owners of Mermaid View chose that name!

Balintore and its neighbouring village of Shandwick are great for those that enjoy windsurfing, surfing, or kite surfing, you will find an abundance of stunning beaches along the coastline. There are lots of places to visit and activities for all the family, both indoor and outdoor. Wildlife boat trips are available for all the family from Cromarty, which is 9 miles from Balintore, there are also golf courses and activity centres. A visit to Fort George Castle just outside Inverness is one of the mightiest artillery fortifications in Britain after the battle at Culloden in 1746, open to visitors it is well worth a visit if you have inclement weather.

A visit to Shandwick is also very interesting and worth visiting with all the family - you can see the Pictish stone dating back from 800AD, now protected by glass case, with exceptional markings and documentation. There are lots of restaurants in and around the village of Balintore within walking distance, then return back to Mermaid View to enjoy the end of the evening and plan for the next day’s adventures. One thing guaranteed, a week is not long enough to do everything in and around Balintore, so you will also have to plan your return visit to Mermaid View...

Free WiFi



Families or couples only.

Holidaymakers only.

EPC Rating = E

HI20062F

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

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 HI20062F

Property is also known as

su-UK44354-UK44354

Frequently asked questions

How close is Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. to the airport?

This cottage is 43 mi (62-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. to the beach?

This cottage is 17.3 mi (25-min drive) from Dornoch Beach and 19.8 mi (35-min drive) from Embo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. to downtown Tain?

This cottage is 0.4 mi away from Hilton of Cadboll.

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