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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Balintore, SCT
  • Place, Hilton Of Cadboll Stone
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tain Through Time
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenmorangie Distillery
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location.

Our lovingly renovated Fisherman's cottage is in the picturesque village of Balintore, Easter Ross. 8 1/2 has been extended to offer luxury holiday accommodation. Situated in the historic centre of this Highland village, the cottage retains its original charm yet comes with modern facilities and offers a real Scottish Highland home from home. The cottage is located on a quiet side street and is an excellent place to relax while you explore the Highlands. The charming village pub and hotel are just a short walk away. Accommodation is on two floors and the property has views across the village to nearby Nigg hill. Outside, there is a large rear garden with lawn, barbecue and seating.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside, away from doors.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Please leave the keys on the kitchen table and the front door unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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Property # 8072390
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact me.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tain

Located in Tain, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Tain Golf Course and Tarbat Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Moray Firth and North Sutor Cliffs. Travelling with kids? Consider Invergordon Leisure Centre and Invergordon Arts Centre. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Balintore, SCT

What's nearby

  • Hilton Of Cadboll Stone - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tain Through Time - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Browns Gallery - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Tain Golf Course - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Glenmorangie Distillery - 18 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Fearn Station - 6 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shandwick Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Commercial Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Milton Stores - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Toulvaddie Distillery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location.?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location. on 3 June 2026 start from NZ$318, 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 Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Luxury Fisherman's Cottage in quiet Highland Village Location. located?

This family-friendly Tain cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Hilton Of Cadboll Stone and Moray Firth. Tain Golf Course and Tarbat Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cottage we have ever stayed in! Clean, comfortable and lots of space for our grandchildren to meet their Easter Ross family! Excellent base and so lovely to return to, when out for the day! Hosts are so welcoming - delicious cake provided on arrival and the kitchen is so well equipped! The hosts allowed us early access - as we left early to avoid Storm Dave! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property that is in a peaceful seaside village. From its well appointed kitchen, generously sized bedrooms and comfortable areas to eat or relax, this is a perfect home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie W.

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

Well set up house, great location

This is the best set up on line rental house I have ever stayed in. And the location is marvellous, so close to many wonderful activities. Lovely hosts as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was even more spacious than I expected. It was fully stocked and clean and very comfortable. Communication and check in check out was great. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Best Place Ever.

Lovely host - warm welcome. Beautiful cottage - all you need at hand - and lovely area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to review 8 1/2. It was lovely meeting you and I'm glad you enjoyed your Highland Break.
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Wonderful holiday!

Cottage had plenty of room for 4 adults and 3 children! We had a wonderful holiday thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ines R.

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

Wonderful cottage

We enjoyed our stay in the well equipped cottage close to the sea. Enough space with three bathrooms and bedrooms for our family (5 Persons).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andy J.

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

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is great. Kitchen felt a bit like it required a deep clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Friends

Wonderful place
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koen N.

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

Family stay in wonderful cottage

We had a very pleasant stay with our family of 5. As we have older childeren it is very nice to have more then 1 bathroom. The house is very well equiped and by car easy trips are done to other nice places.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

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

Best we have ever stayed in!

Top quality! Lots of extras! Lovely hosts! Cottage was spotless and so warm and cosy! Ideal for the 6 of us! Delicious banana cake awaited us on our arrival!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee house in cracking wee fishing village. House is like a Tardis, doesn’t look like much from outside then great size inside. I’ll be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

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

Fantastic cottage

Everything you need is available for a first class break in a beautiful part of Scotland! Highest standard of fixture and fittings! Warm and cosy and just 5 mins from the beech which our grandchildren loved! Welcomed with fresh milk and delicious cake!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

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

October break

This is a gorgeous cottage in the seaside village of Balintore. The cottage has high standards of cleanliness and and is very well equipped. Great base for exploring the highlands.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j f.

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

Absolutely Wonderful Place and Owner!

Christel was a wonderful host. The cottage was so pretty and Christel provided games, books and movies to occupy those rainy days or evenings. The cottage is just a block or so from the market and the beach. There are plenty of historical places to visit and great hiking in the area. I highly recommend this as a get away in the Highlands.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Kintail. It was lovely meeting you and I'm glad you enjoyed your Highland Break.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

First visit of scotland

The cottage in Balintore is the perfect base for visiting the northern highlands route NC500 by car. The cottage is very large, all You need is available, hosts are so kind, and friendly, we recommend that cottage completely. It was our first visit in scotland at all, we love country and people.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

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

Amazing Cottage

What an amazing cottage, cosy, comfortable and so well quipped - all you could think of and more!It is well placed in the village near the harbour, beautiful Shandwick Bay...and the well stocked Spar.There are Pictish Stones nearby and the nearby Seaboard Hall serves delicious breakfasts and lunches. It is opposite The Mermaid of the North statue and also Three Salmon.The Discovery Centre at Portmahomack sa good visit and the Glenmorangie Distillery in Tain
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Lovely time

We had a fabulous time in Balintore and the surrounding area. 8 1/2 John St was a great find. The house was excellent and much bigger than photographs suggest. Very comfortable and banana loaf and milk in fridge when we arrived was much appreciated. Lots of great walks along beautiful beaches and lovely local towns within easy drive. Would definitely recommend the house and the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

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

Beautiful holiday cottage

Lovely cottage on a side street. Warm and welcoming owner who met us at the property. Everything you could possibly need in the house. House is clean, cosy and comfortable, its a home from home. Its in a small village on the coast with a beautiful sandy beach just 10 minute walk away. Very quiet village, great base for visiting other places in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Fantastic find

Absolutely stunning cottage and so much bigger than photographs which do not do it justice. Exceptionally clean and very well finished. Great welcome by hosts including some basic provisions and a lovely cake. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

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

Super accomodation in a super location

This was a super holiday accommodation. It was easy to find and Christel was very friendly and helpful. There was milk, tea, coffee and biscuits left for us which was much needed after a long journey. The house was clean and had everything needed. The beds were also comfortable which is always important. There's plenty to do and Christel will give you advice if you are stuck for ideas. I would highly recommend this holiday property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review.. I'm happy that you enjoyed your stay.. It was lovely meeting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

Ballintore 6-13 Apr

Great cottage plenty of space for 6 adults. Everything you need and more has been thought off .Beds very comfortable Christel met us at property to explain the cottage and local attractions etc Welcome pack nice friendly touch .Village lovely and quiet 2 pubs and a small shop. Would definitely stay again.We have stayed in many cottages in last 12 years in many different areas of Scotland this one easily the best George Fife
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to review 8 1/2. It was lovely meeting you and I'm glad you enjoyed your Highland Break.
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10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at fishermans cottage. Greeted with home made banana bread and milk in the fridge for a much needed cuppa! The house is incredible, real home from home we didnt want for anything! Super clean, loved the fluffiness and fresh smelling towels! So much bigger on the inside than the front of the house. Only thing i would say is to put on more pictures on Vrbo. The few just dont do it justice! We have recommended it to many of our friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Outstanding Base for Highlands

The description of the property was perfect. From the comfort of the beds, bathroom facilities, right through to excellent kitchen facilities and comfort of the living room. This cottage could not have offered more complete comfort. Located off the beaten track. It was easy to get to from the A-9 and offered a perfect base to travel the complete Highlands. If golf was your thing, there were many excellent courses within close proximity. We would highly recommend this Balintore cottage to anyone looking for an extended stay in Scotland.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Johnstone

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8 1/2 John Street is run by Christel Johnstone. Her husband, David, works away and renovated 8 1/2 over two years. David was born in the village of Balintore and met Christel when she owned one of the local hotels. They married several years ago and still live in the village.

Why they chose this property

Balintore is one of the Seaboard villages situated on the east coast of Ross-shire, in the Scottish Highlands.
Over looking the Moray Firth, Balintore was a traditional fishing village. The centrally located harbour is just a minutes walk from the house.

The peaceful village location offers essential amenities and is an ideal base for exploring the Highlands.
Although Easter Ross is a remote rural area the city of Inverness is only 40 minutes by car.
We have lived in Balintore for many years and love the area.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located in the picturesque village of Balintore, Easter Ross, 8 1/2 is a recently renovated fisherman's cottage, extended to offer 3 bedroom luxury holiday accommodation.

The cottage is situated in the centre of the village but is also minutes from the beach, harbour and open countryside.

The newly renovated and extended cottage offers the character of a traditional cottage with the convenience and luxury of contemporary fittings and design. There is full central heating, a modern kitchen and bathrooms.

After spending a day at the beach or on long country walks, take an evening stroll to the local pub for your nightcap and a chat before settling down in front of the log burning stove for a snooze.

8 1/2 is an ideal base for exploring the Highlands.

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