Seaside stay .At this cottage, you'll be steps from Tain Through Time and Browns Gallery. Also, Tain Golf Course is within half a mile (1 km) and Glenmorangie Distillery is within 2 miles (3 km).
Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 14 min drive - 10.8 miles
Dornoch Beach - 16 min drive - 11.2 miles
Getting around
Tain Station - 6 min walk
Inverness (INV) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
The Shandwick Inn - 7 min drive
Luigi - 11 min drive
Platform 1864 - 6 min walk
The Glenmorangie Distillery Co - 2 min drive
Dornoch Distillery - 12 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.
Academy Street Cottage
This 18th century cottage with character is in an amazing historic town - we love the little woodburner in the living room and the cottage’s central location in Tain.. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds First Floor: Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Welcome pack and doggy extras. . Lawned enclosed back garden with patio, sitting-out area and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking.. Academy Street Cottage is tucked away in historic Tain in the Northern Highlands of Scotland. Built in the 18th century, this traditional cottage is full of character and also has everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay. The cottage has two bedrooms, a set of twin beds on the ground floor and a double bed on the first floor. There’s a shower room with a shower cubicle on the first floor. The rest of the ground floor is made up of a spacious living room with cute woodburner and a kitchen/dining room. There’s a door from the kitchen/dining room to the rear enclosed garden which is perfect for long balmy evenings as well as dogs who are more than welcome. Academy Street Cottage is a part of the historic centre of Tain, which received its first Royal Charter in 1066 making it the oldest Royal Burgh in Scotland. The sandy buildings are from different periods and it really is a joy to wander around the town. Tain remains a bit off the beaten track because the A9 bypass zoomed potential visitors beyond the town. It’s everyone else’s loss, because staying in Tain is a real treat and you’ll be so glad you decided to stay at Academy Street Cottage. There are restaurants, cafés and bars, as well as lots of independent shops to enjoy. Greens is a local café/bar/restaurant that’s a firm favourite and one you must check out when staying in Tain. The town also offers up a golf course designed by Open Championship winner Old Tom Morris. A hidden gem of a course and one that you’ll fall for no matter what your score. Royal Dornoch is also just 10 miles away and a little further you have the James Braid masterpieces of Golspie and Brora to try too. Academy Street Cottage is a perfect golfing base. The cottage is also a great base for those wanting to venture up and into the Northern Highlands. The NC500 skirts Tain, so you can swiftly join it and get exploring amazing places far and wide. There’s so much to see in the far north, and all places are within reach of Academy Street Cottage - you could even confidently day trip to Orkney if the weather was calm! Book now and rest assured of a lovely stay at Academy Street Cottage. Beach 10 miles. Free WiFi
Letting licnce no.: HI20213F
Property manager
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Languages
English
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Providing a cosy woodburner and large enclosed garden, this cosy cottage enjoys lovely views.
Providing a cosy woodburner and large enclosed garden, this cosy cottage enjoys lovely views.
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 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 is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Academy Street Cottage to the airport?
This cottage is 42.1 mi (56-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Academy Street Cottage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Academy Street Cottage to the beach?
This cottage is 9.4 mi (13-min drive) from Dornoch Beach and 11.9 mi (22-min drive) from Embo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Academy Street Cottage offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Academy Street Cottage?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Academy Street Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Academy Street Cottage?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Academy Street Cottage have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Academy Street Cottage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Academy Street Cottage to downtown Tain?
This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Tain.
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10/10 Excellent
Daisy W.
May 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Tain.
We have been country members of Tain Golf Club for twenty years. If you haven't played Tain, please put it on your next itinerary! We have been traveling in Scotland for many years. 2022 and 2023 was the first time we stayed for three months with NO car! So many places to visit where you can be fine walking from train station to accomodation to golf to market to restaurants. This cottage in Tain was perfect for us.