The Challenger Estate - Bothy

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A patio area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a small table.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a fireplace, a sofa, and a leather ottoman.
A wooden sign with the text "THE CHALLENGER ESTATE" and a fish illustration.
A snow-covered landscape with a wooden cabin and a large barn.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of trees, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Savalbeg, Scotland
  • Place, Ben More
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunrobin Castle
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Dornoch Golf Club
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Garden

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About the area

Lairg

Located in Lairg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Orcadian Stone Company and Historylinks are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Carbisdale Castle and Dunrobin Castle.
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Map
Savalbeg, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Ben More - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dunrobin Castle - 40 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 45 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Skibo Castle - 47 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 48 min drive - 50.1 km

Getting around

  • Lairg Station - 10 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shin Fry Fish And Chip Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crofters Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Community Care Assynt - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mac & Wild Falls of Shin - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Challenger Estate - Bothy pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Challenger Estate - Bothy?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Challenger Estate - Bothy on 7 November 2026 start from NZ$1,477, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Challenger Estate - Bothy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Challenger Estate - Bothy?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Challenger Estate - Bothy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Challenger Estate - Bothy located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ben More, Ferrycroft Visitor Centre and Little Loch Shin. Ravens Rock Gorge and Falls of Shin are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful house and location. Everything we had hoped for and nothing was too much trouble. Would most definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2026
Thank you so much for your taking the time to write a lovely review. I’m glad you and your guests enjoyed the Bothy and your stay at Challenger Estate. I hope you will consider visiting us again, maybe as spring arrives in time to see the lambs romping by their mothers.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week - a warm, cosy and well-equipped bothy in a great location for exploring the area. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank You Andy for taking the time to leave the Bothy a review. We at the Challenger Estate try hard to make everyone who comes to stay a peaceful, enjoyable and memorable holiday. Shanta
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt very much at home in this lovely bothy. It had everything we needed, and a little ‘starter pack’ with fresh eggs, cake and other treats made for a lovely welcome. Everything works perfectly and has its own special charm. The Swedish sauna keeps you cosy even on cloudy days and is simply great fun. Thanks to the host, Shanta, and we can highly recommend this accommodation to anyone wishing to explore the wonderful Highlands.In dieser hübschen Hütte haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Es war alles vorhanden, was wir brauchten, und ein kleines „Willkommenspaket“ mit frischen Eiern, Kuchen und anderen Leckereien sorgte für einen herzlichen Empfang. Alles funktioniert einwandfrei und hat seinen ganz eigenen Charme. Die schwedische Sauna sorgt auch an bewölkten Tagen für Gemütlichkeit und macht einfach riesigen Spaß. Vielen Dank an die Gastgeberin Shanta – wir können diese Unterkunft jedem wärmstens empfehlen, der die wunderschönen Highlands erkunden möchte.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Dear Steffen, Thank you so much for taking the time and effort in leaving a review. We aim to make each guest feel relaxed, welcomed and at peace with the surrounding wildness. I hope you come and visit us again, maybe during the snowy season? :)
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