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Sunrise View - Navidale

Helmsdale, The Highlands
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
4
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Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Coastal hideaway in the far north of the Scottish Highlands on the North Coast 500
  • Relax on the decking or in the hot tub taking in the night skies and Aurora Borealis
  • Nestled on the hillside this lovely cottage offers beautiful sea views from every room
Overview
Property code: 89234

This restored croft cottage enjoys complete privacy nestled on the hillside of the small hamlet of Navidale just 0.5 miles from the village of Helmsdale. Ideal for a family group or a few friends to enjoy a relaxing weekend away. Pan for gold in the river, with remnants of the great Sutherland goldrush, still found today, or for fossils on the beach at Helmsdale with its Jurassic coastline, guaranteed to keep the kids and adults entertained for hours. Make time for a visit to Timespan Museum & Arts Centre 1 mile. Feeling active there are walking trails locally and incredible downhill mountain bike trails at Golspie 23 miles. From here there are links to popular destinations such as Dornoch and Brora all within 30 miles.

 On entering this traditional cottage, you will find yourself in the well-equipped kitchen and dining area with fantastic views of the coastline. Next door is the welcoming lounge with Smart TV, a traditional open fire for cosy evenings, and perhaps a dram in hand to enjoy after a day of sightseeing and activity. The entrance hallway leads through to the first double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, the hallway has a small WC under the stair. Relax and enjoy the sea views from the conservatory located at the front of the cottage, where you can relax, read or get your binoculars and enjoy some birdwatching. Heading upstairs via a narrow-angled staircase to the first floor you will find two further bedrooms one twin and one double, the shower room with WC, is also home to the Infrared Sauna a real luxury to have and enjoy at all times of the year.

A large, enclosed garden complete with a fire pit to enjoy some al fresco dining, and garden furniture with a sunken hot tub ensures that this property is an enviable retreat on this highland coastal hillside with friends or family.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 with shower room and WC, 1 en-suite with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric ovens and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washer dryer
  • Open fire
  • Highchair available
  • Smart TV/DVD in lounge
  • Infrared sauna in shower room
  • Decked area with seating and sunken hot tub, enclosed garden with fire pit
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Shops, restaurants, pub 1 mile
  • FS Case -536545590
  • EPC Rating - C
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Fiona MacDonald

This property joined our collection in 2022 and is managed by Fiona.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by James, 1st February 2025

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What an absolutely stunning property to stay at, the view are stunning from every window. The hot-tub and sauna was also a great addition. We were lucky to have some winter sun and the sunrises/sets were some of the best I have seen!! The stars at night were something else honestly. The fireplace was great at night when it got cold. I highly recommRead moreend this place and will definitely be back. The dogs had a ball also and helps with the enclosed garden. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew, 27th July 2024

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Fantastic holiday! We had stunning views all around, the cottage was very clean and comfortable, the hot tub was brill especially with its views. Plenty of space for the dogs, just a really lovely place to stay! Local village is lovely, Tesco delivered to the cottage so no need to go shopping. Lovely walks and stunning beaches close by. We will defRead moreinitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by Sally, 14th July 2024

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After a long journey north, it was disappointing to find the directions to get to the cottage are wrong. Following the exit to the right would land you in the North Sea and there is no sign saying Navidale, just local traffic. The cottage itself is not easy to find and should be more clearly signed. We found the house to have everything we needed aRead morelthough the decor and furnishings were a bit "tired". However it is a lovely location and close to amenities. Hide

Reviewed by Alan, 1st June 2024

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My first time to the Highlands. What a wonderful experience. Beautiful location. Stunning views. Very comfortable cottage. Car is essential and a willingness to drive on single track roads but everyone (almost) was great at giving way or a friendly wave in return. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Fiona, 25th May 2024

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Lovely cottage, with everything you need for a peaceful break. Enjoyed the hot tub and the sauna, also enjoyed the bird table. Lots of different birds came to visit. The views are amazing too.

Reviewed by Caroline, 28th January 2024

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Fantastic cottage, we had a very comfortable stay, the cottage is warm & cosy. The cottage was as described & a home away from home. Great views & location was fine for us.

Reviewed by Marie, 20th January 2024

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This is a fantastic cottage. Very well equipped to a high standard. Wonderful sitting in the hot tub under the stars with the moon lighting up the sea. Cozy fire and spectacular views that you can barely take your eyes off. I cant wait to go again!

Reviewed by Conor, 29th December 2023

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Brilliant all round, The property is perfect with the fir place and comforting feel to the place. The views from the property and the surrounding area are beautiful and undoubtedly a sight to remember and all within the price we paid I cant find one single fault with the place or the host 5 stars from me

Reviewed by Catriona, 21st October 2023

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Location extremely remote, great for exploring. Not so much for families as a lot of travelling involved to get anywhere of interest. Hot tub great asset! Cottage itself could do with a top to toe deep clean but in terms of size and space it was absolutely fantastic and no complaints for our family of four including small toddler!

Reviewed by Emma, 7th October 2023

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We absolutely loved our stay here. The cottage suited our needs perfectly. We loved the views from the cottage and didn't want to leave. The cottage had everything in it we needed for our week there. We enjoyed that the cottage wasn't far from John O'Groats, Wick and other places to explore. We also enjoyed spending time in Helmsdale. We got lucky Read morewith the weather in October and managed to enjoy the hot tub. We can't wait to return. Hide

Reviewed by Suzette, 27th May 2023

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Fantastic, homely cottage. Awesome views. Lovely hot tub and spa (we did not use the latter) Very easy reach of town with amazing harbour, visitors centre, places to east, small shop and the opportunity to go gold panning not to far away. Dunrobbin Castle and John O'Groats about an hour aswell as Dunnet head and Mey Castle. If you don't want to go Read moredriving great walks at the cottage or just relax with book Hide

Reviewed by Edyta, 1st April 2023

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Absolutely amazing cottage and view. Peace and quiet, beautiful place to stay to have a relax and rest from everything. I recommend this area as is really beautiful. Nice and easy contact with owners. Thank you so much for one of the best holiday in our life

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