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Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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View of the sea from the raised deck
Modern living space overlooking the sheltered garden
Recently refurbished Master bedroom
Garden view from the bedroom
Bedroom feature

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Chanonry Point Lighthouse
  • Place, Castle Stuart
  • Place, Fort George
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness

Recently renovated comfortable two bedroom cottage with a spacious garden with views of the sea and a sandy beach which is less than a minutes walk away. Watch out for the wild water swimmers every morning. Rosemarkie Golf course is five minutes walk away.

The Boathouse has a brand new contemporary kitchen, sofas, beds, decor and soft furnishings.

Peaceful relaxing area on the edge of Rosemarkie with its local amenities, cafes, restaurants and tourist attractions. Beautiful walk along the beach to Chanonry Lighthouse where the dolphins can be spotted daily as they swim up and down the Moray Firth.

All the amenities of the city of Inverness are only 20 minutes drive away with shops, restaurants, cinema, theatre and tourist attractions nearby e.g. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, local Distilleries, Culloden Battlefield and much more.

The stunning west Coast of Scotland, the North Coast 500 and world famous golf courses and fishing are all easily accessible from the Black Isle.
New listing of an established and popular holiday home with many repeat customers.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please return the key to the keysafe once the door is locked. Thank you. The spare key lives on the pegs at the back door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-20250-F

About the area

Fortrose

Located in Fortrose, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the beach. Groam House Museum and Cromarty Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club and Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park. Black Isle Wildlife Park and Inverness Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rosemarkie, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chanonry Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Inverness Castle - 24 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Castle Stuart - 29 min drive - 35.5 km
  • Fort George - 38 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Conon Bridge Station - 28 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anderson - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendys Cafe - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Crofters Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seaside cottage by a sandy beach - dolphins, golf, near Inverness and Loch Ness located?

Located in Fortrose, this beachfront cottage is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club, Rosemarkie Beach and Fairy Glen Reserve. Moray Firth and Groam House Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable with the beach and walks on the doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Such a lovely, clean, home from home cottage. Amazing location. Simply perfect. Didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fabulous stay, location excellent, property clean, modern and well equipped. Saw dolphin's from lounge window, although a walk to Chanonry point is best. Excellent communication from Carol. Would recommend for a relaxing break on the Black isle.
Sunset from the house
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, excellent location. Only one very small issue, mattress protector on main bed was covered in hair when we took the bedding off at the end of the stay. Everything thing else perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a fabulous stay at the boathouse. such a great location close to the bench. The dolphins at Chanory point was a great experience. Our 5 year old was amazed. Comfortable and cosy we just loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A relaxing and quiet break in a perfect location

The location of the cottage is just perfect, across a very quiet road is the sea which can be heard gently lapping on the shore. The next door caravan site is very quiet and all one can hear are birds and sea. There are 2 cafes nearby but the cottage is very well equipped for all cooking needs. The beds are extremely comfortable and the shower strong and as hot as you want it. We ended up staying for 2 weeks because we loved it so much and even though the weather was not good we totally relaxed and enjoyed the peace of Rosemarkie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tanja J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely place to be

A very nice house with a wonderful view over the Moray Firth. The boat house is fully equipped, we didn't miss anything. And the garden is also lovely. Only the door locks a bit heavy and the bottom mattress of the bunk bed is very noisy and uncomfortable. The rest was perfect and I'm sure we are coming back :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited the Boathouse in April and came back for our annual Autumn two week visit to the Black Isle. We love the wildlife etc, the walks and Harry Gow pies. Excellent take-aways from the Crofters.
Dolphin from Kitchen window
Seal from Kitchen window
Sunset over Cromarty
Geese over Udele Bay
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful cottage we couldn't wish for anymore, so clean and well equipped and a lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheils M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was excellent for everything...location,cleanliness,size, amenities. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Großzügiges und ansprechend eingerichtetes cottage am Meer. Es war alles vorhanden, was man benötigt und die Gegend rund um Rosemarkie lädt zu Wanderungen ein und, wenn das Wetter mitspielt, auch zum Baden am Strand.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful spot

What a lovely location. Perfect spot for the two of us to recharge our batteries doing some local walking and also exploring further afield around Inverness and Loch Ness. Lots to do on a week long stay and on top of that a lovely, clean, fully equipped cottage for us to stay in. We strolled along the beach to Chanonry Point several times Took us about 30 minutes each way, hoping to see the dolphins, without success, although almost everyone we talked to had seen them. It didn’t matter though as the walk itself was relaxing enough. The owner, Carol responded to us really quickly whenever we got in touch. We recommend this property to anyone wanting somewhere to relax for a few days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean property and spacious throughout. Great location, idea base for exploring the northern highlands.Inverness within 10-15 minute driveWill definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we arrived we were delighted!Lovely cottage very clean with everything you needed for your stay. We loved it so much we stayed an extra night.We would definitely return 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, well-laid out property right by the sea. Warm, comfortable and well-equipped. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic location

Perfect location on the beautiful Black Isle.Close to cafe and restaurant.Comfortable furniture, shower was great.Only downside for us was the decking area - overgrowth of trees/ bushes.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great location

The situation of the Boathouse is convenient for the sea and countryside walks. Everything we needed was provided and it's a cosy and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

This was a lovely cottage and well equipped. It was so peaceful and looking out to the sea was a bonus. Can't wait to go back.xx
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront home from home

Beautiful location, a stones throw from the beach. The Boathouse was clean, cosy and had everything a family might need to be comfortable and safe. Relaxing place to stay in a quiet area. Thank you x
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NIGEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place

We have visited the Black Isle for the last 15 years. This was our first stay and the Boat House. It was as described - clean, comfortable and a great place to stay. Had lovely walks up the beach to Chanonry Point.time.but previous
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobias M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best Beach Cottage We’ve Stayed In

Greetings from Augsburg, Germany – Inverness' twin city! Our family had the pleasure of staying at The Boathouse, and we truly couldn't have asked for a better holiday experience. The cottage is not only beautifully decorated and cosy, but also wonderfully equipped and spotlessly clean. The location is a dream, right by the beach, and we absolutely loved our walks along the shore to the lighthouse. The kids, on the other hand, were especially excited about the local sports field, and they had a blast playing tennis with rackets hired for just £2 at the Rosemarkie Beach Café. One of the highlights was exploring the Fairy Glen; the walk to the waterfalls and the climb over the hill rewarded us with stunning views that we’ll remember for a long time. We’ve had a fantastic time here and will definitely be spreading the word about this lovely cottage. Many thanks for making our stay so memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suvarna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant Boathouse

Our first time in Scotland. Everything was easy, breezy, beautiful. The property was superb; clean, comfy and convenient. Handy location to set your own pace of holiday. Right on the beach to stay there and relax, or easy to drive out further for adventure. We had a great time. And host Carol is copl.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rosemarkie stay

Excellent accommodation spacious and comfortable well equipped great location lots of good walks close to the beach had a great holiday
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Cottage was as described. Very clean, comfortable and well-equipped. The location is great, with wonderful views. We enjoyed walks along the beach to Chanonry point to watch the dolphins. Plenty of local history to explore. We would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Torsten G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schottland Rundreise

Gut, haben uns in der Unterkunft sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carol Jeffrey

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Carol and Graham Jeffrey were excited to take over ownership of the Boathouse in 2021. It has been in Carol's family since her grandparents bought it in 1971 and has provided very many happy family holidays over the years. They are looking forward to spending more time in the beautiful Black Isle and sharing their cottage with their guests who they hope enjoy it as much as they do.

Why they chose this property

The cottage itself is comfortable and relaxing and makes a great base for exploring the local area, but the best thing is definitely the location and stunning views over the Moray Firth, Fort George across the Firth and out towards the North Sea.

What makes this property unique

Comfortable cottage which has just been comfortably and tastefully refurbished.
With the Moray Firth just out the window there always something to look at out to sea, from wild water swimmers to seals.
Short walk along the beach to Chanonry Lighthouse, which is the best place on mainland Scotland to see Dolphins.
Quaint village with nice cafes and scenic walks close by. Cottage is on the edge of the village so it is very peaceful.
Golf course 5 minutes walk away.

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