The Rosehaugh Estate is a private landed Estate on the south side of the Black Isle, well off the beaten track but within a short drive of Inverness. The estate offers two unique and historically interesting properties, The Boathouse and Otter Lodge, both beautifully renovated to provide luxury self-catering holiday accommodation in this lovely corner of the Highlands of Scotland.
The Boathouse stands on a hillside just above a small lake. It is a cantilevered, two storey oak framed building with a half-timber gable and pink Rosemary roof tiles. It has been beautifully renovated and sympathetically extended. Furnished to an exceedingly high standard and fully equipped to provide a truly exceptional and charming self-catering holiday retreat. This incredibly special cottage has two king, en-suite bedrooms, sleeping four guests.
Layout:
Ground Floor:
Comfortable and airy double bedroom, with king-size bed and plenty of hanging and drawer space. The windows run the full length of the room and looks over the veranda to the Goose burn, with the lake over to the left-hand side. The en-suite bathroom provides and electric power shower, wash hand basin, W.C., and heated towel rail.
The open plan dining kitchen has a table and six chairs; French door leads out to the deck with stunning views over the lake. The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge, freezer, microwave oven, electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
A steep spiral staircase gives access to the Upper Floor:
The spacious living room boasts an original (over) 100-year-old fireplace (feature only) with hearth tiles, and the dual aspect windows gives the room considerable light. A door from the living room takes you onto the high-level covered balcony which runs along the front and side of the lounge area.
A second door gives access to the master bedroom, with king-size bed and ample hanging and drawer space. From here, a door leads onto the covered balcony and a casement window with deep sill looking out over the lake to the Douglas pines beyond the dam wall. The en-suite bathroom has a bath, separate shower, wash hand basin, W.C., and heated towel rail.
Outdoors is a covered upper balcony, and ground floor decking area with timber garden furniture views overlooking the lake, and ample car parking.
Caution: Due to the proximity of the lake, the high-level balcony, and the steep spiral staircase which gives access to the living room on the upper floor, we ask our guests to take extra care when staying in The Boathouse.
Heating and electricity included in your rental. We provide all bedding, bed linen and towels, TV, and WiFi (subject to fair usage policy).
Dogs are welcome at an added fee of £20 per dog.
Please note: Gardens/Outside areas not necessarily dog proof, even if fenced/walled, so dogs must be kept under control at all times, especially near farm animals.
- EPC rating D
- Highland Council Short Term Let Licence no. HI-20443-F
I liked the surrounding countryside. I also liked being able to order a shop 0nline. Overall good quality.
when we first stayed at the cottage a few years ago it was really spit-spot. This time we felt there was some essential work to the outside could be looked at. for eg we noticed quite a large piece of timber had fallen onto the decking area (which didn't bother us just saying) I found the way the cooking utensils in the cupboard awfully untidy and messy the way they have been put away. But these were just superficial points to make. We enjoyed our stay and will prob be back again.
N. W.
, United Kingdom
03 Jun, 2017
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
10.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
10.00
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We stayed in the Boathouse for a week, and found it to be absolutely magical. Hidden away in a little valley, surrounded by trees, and with it's own private lake, we felt completely removed from the rest of the world. The property is close enough to the Cairngorms and other locations that you can venture out during the day, and come home to luxury at night. We didn't even mind on the one day that the weather kept us inside, as we were just able to enjoy the property and read and relax in comfort. Whats more, the Country Cottage Holiday company were constantly pleasant, and on-call to answer any problems or questions, no matter the time. All in all, a perfect trip!
I cannot think of anything that didn't work or that we had a problem with.
Oh - one very minor thing. We wanted to put the heating on at one point, and without a manual or instructions had to guess how to do it. We managed to figure it out fairly quickly, but it might be worth putting simple instructions somewhere obvious? Unless you did and we missed them!
P. M.
Sleights, United Kingdom
05 May, 2017
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
9.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
9.75
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Absolutely fantastic location. Saw oodles of wildlife but didn't get to see the pine martins or otters that others commented upon so will have to return!
Thank you Julie.
M. S.
, United Kingdom
15 Apr, 2017
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
10.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
10.00
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Loved the personal service in booking.
The location was amazing.
Really well appointed house and comfortable.
Loved the bird feeders.
Love the book about the house and estate.
Really enjoyed being able to sit outside on the verrandah and just watch and listen!
We offer these in the spirit of improvement - we really did enjoy enjoy our time at the house.
superking size or zip n link beds (or in at least one of the bedrooms) would make this house totally perfect and irresistible.
Couldn't find any information or maps about the walks on the estate.
A. S.
, United Kingdom
07 Jan, 2017
Furnishings and Equipment:
9.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
8.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
9.00
9.00
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For those of us with arthritic hands, the door lock is difficult to close.
H. M.
Ballymena, United Kingdom
29 Aug, 2016
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
10.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
10.00
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We liked the peaceful location and the high standard of accommodation.
The welcome pack of bagels, jam, butter and milk was lovely.
We found the fan in the downstairs ensuite was very noisy.
I found the spiral staircase quite difficult to come down as I was worried about slipping. Possibly if it was carpeted it would feel safer.
I would have liked a small flat screen TV on the wall in the kitchen to watch breakfast TV.
Overall we loved it!
L. B.
, United Kingdom
07 May, 2016
Furnishings and Equipment:
1.00
Location:
1.00
Cleanliness:
1.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
1.00
1.00
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Beautiful setting, very relaxing
I. M.
6 Cabrich, United Kingdom
30 Apr, 2016
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
9.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
9.75
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On arrival we turned the corner and saw the most picturesque house, a heron was right in front of us and it was gorgeous. We were not disappointed when we got inside and had the most relaxing break that we could have hoped for. We live only 20 minutes away and due to work commitments needed somewhere not far from home and this was the perfect solution. Our friends who visited also thought it was lovely. I summed it up in the visitor book by saying that it "Was a little piece of paradise". Views over the water just wonderful and although we are used to living in the country and peace and quiet this was just so tranquil and we will certainly be back. Very thoughtfully restored. Well done.
There was very little that I could find any fault with. Just a few small points the frying pans were needing replaced and was looking for scales when cooking but could not find any but managed without. Like I said small points.
C. M.
Paisley, United Kingdom
12 Mar, 2016
Furnishings and Equipment:
10.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
10.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
10.00
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I gave my Dad a week stay at the Boathouse as a gift, luckily he invited me. If is without doubt one of the most relaxing holidays I have ever had. The house itself is beautifully appointed with everything you could ever need and the grounds and surrounding area is enchanting. Our only concern? How quickly we can get back for another break! Well done all a well deserved 10/10.
Nothing, it was perfect.
A. S.
Ashton In Makerfield, United Kingdom
02 Jan, 2016
Furnishings and Equipment:
9.00
Location:
10.00
Cleanliness:
10.00
Overall Service from Country Cottage Holiday:
10.00
9.75
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Always a pleasure to stay at the Boathouse. We are 2 older couples past retiring age but still working +1 retired elderly gent and appreciate the efficient heating system and range of convenience facilities.
In adverse weather I feel the sloping pathway and wooden steps lighting could be improved as in our favoured booking times both arrival and departure are in the dark. A more efficient entrance mat would reduce the tracking in of dirt and moisture.
Cancellation: The Holidaymaker is liable for the total hire charge unless written notice of the intention to cancel the booking is received at least eight weeks prior to the commencement of the holiday. The deposit paid to confirm the booking, and other monies paid, will only be refunded if the Owner is able to re-let the holiday cottage for the period of the holiday let. In the event of re-letting, the Owner will retain the sum of 100GBP to cover administrative costs and (subject to deduction of that sum) refund to the Holidaymaker the balance of monies received from the Holidaymaker, or the sum received from re-letting whichever sum shall be the lower. Every effort will be made to re-let a cancelled booking, but the Holidaymaker is advised to take out holiday insurance to cover that eventuality.
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