Charming Cottages in Rural Location but within Easy Distance of All Amenities
Peaceful Location, Ideal Base for Exploring the Highlands
One, 2 and 3 Bedroom Cottages (sleeps up to 12)
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Fodderty Lodge is the ideal destination for a quiet self-catering holiday in the Highlands. Halfway between Strathpeffer and Dingwall, it is perfectly placed for exploring the whole of the North of Scotland: Ullapool and the West Coast can be reached in under an hour, driving on some of the most beautiful and empty roads in Scotland; Inverness is only 20 minutes away; Glen Affric and Loch Ness will take just over half an hour. Our 3 well-equipped cottages are geared to reflect the needs of non-smoking families, couples and singles. They are furnished to a high standard and all bed linen (100% cotton) is included. They each provide the perfect haven to relax in at the end of a day’s adventures in the Highlands. The surrounding area has much to recommend it. The bird watcher and nature lover will be thrilled with daily sightings of red kites. The Ross-shire Pathway Network passes the front gate so walkers are in their element too! Sorry no pets are allowed. Strictly no smoking.
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| Rental periods | Honeysuckle Cottage | Lodge Barn | East Wing |
| November - March | £475 (excludes electricity) | £330 (excludes electricity) | £215 (excludes electricity) |
| April / May | £530 (includes electricity) | £395 (includes electricity) | £275 (includes electricity) |
| June - August | £620 (includes electricity) | £450 (includes electricity) | £295 (includes electricity) |
| September / October | £530 (includes electricity) | £395 (includes electricity) | £275 (includes electricity) |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Shorts breaks are sometimes available at owners' discretion.
Changeover day
Friday to Friday lets, from after 4pm on the day of arrival until 10am on the day of departure.
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Lodge Barn (Sleeps 4. 2 Bedrooms)
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Cottage graded at Quality Assurance (high) 3 star grading. Downstairs double bedroom. Upstairs twin room with wood clad attic ceilings. Bright and fresh. All bed linen 100% cotton. Downstairs full bathroom with shower over the bath. Large open plan sitting/dining/kitchen, charmingly furnished with comfortable seating. Colour TV with video, video library, games and books. Kitchen has washing machine/dryer, electric cooker, microwave, toaster, kettle, all matching china, stainless steel pans and cutlery, table with seating for 4. Private garden outside with picnic bench and garden furniture for the car. Dedicated car parking place. |
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East Wing (Sleeps 2.1 Bedroom)
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Graded at Quality Assurance (high) 3 stars grading. Bedroom is up a half flight of steps, with en suite shower. Separate lavatory. All bed linen is 100% cotton. Fresh decoration. Upstairs sitting/TV room. Large dining kitchen with table and chairs seating 4. Kitchen has washing machine, electric cooker, microwave, toaster, kettle, all matching china, stainless steel pans and cutlery. All electric heating. Private car parking place. |
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Notes on accommodation
Fodderty Lodge accommodation is adaptable for one, two or three generations. We operate a very strict no smoking, and no guest pet policy throughout the cottages and grounds. We have our own two dogs: a 5 year old yellow Labrador boy and a 5 year old West Highland White girl. They are very friendly, but are never allowed in the cottages. Their mission is to chase but never catch the many rabbits that have made Fodderty Lodge their home!
Accessibility
Because the property dates form 1730, it has unfortunately been impossible to adapt it for wheelchair use.
Outside
Fodderty Lodge cottages each have their own garden areas, but guests are always welcome to walk around the entire grounds and enjoy the varied wildlife contained therein.
Coast/Beach
Beaches are accessible by car. Dornoch is 40 minutes drive to the North, Nairn is 40 minutes drive to the East, Rosemarkie is 15 minutes drive to the East.
Golf
There are many golf courses nearby: Strathpeffer 2 miles away has a beautiful, challenging and sometimes humbling 18 hole Highland course; the links course at Rosemarkie 15 minutes drive away is in a stunning setting, jutting out into the Moray Firth; the championship course of Royal Dornoch is a 40 minute drive, as is the championship course at Nairn.
Skiing
We are just over an hour's drive from the main ski centre at Aviemore.
Travel
Inverness airport is only 35 minutes drive away, with car hire available. Car use is highly recommended.
Distances
2 miles from Dingwall. 2 miles from Strathpeffer. Inverness 20 minutes drive, West Coast 55 minutes drive, Culloden battlefield 30 minutes drive, Loch Ness 30 minutes drive. Many castles to visit within 40 minutes.
Further details
Good local restaurants in Dingwall and Strathpeffer. 24 hour Tesco in Dingwall, but there are also lovely traditional High Street butchers, bakers etc. Banks etc. Museums. Swimming pool and leisure centre in Dingwall. Strathpeffer Pavilion is an exciting multi-purpose Arts venue with many classical concerts, operas and rock concerts.
Booking notes
Book by either telephone or our online Booking Form from our website. Payment of a 25% deposit at the time of booking with the balance arriving 6 weeks before the beginning of the let.
Owner profile
Maire looking smarter than usual at R's wedding!
About the owner
Mervyn and I returned to the Highlands after living overseas for most of our married life. Our three daughters are all grown up now but have always felt that the North of Scotland was 'home' and return often. We bought Fodderty Lodge in 2001 and our roots went deep and spread wide very quickly! It is in the middle of a wonderfully friendly area and even we were pleasantly surprised to discover just how accessible so many places of interest are. You can go North, South, East and West and will find exciting things to do in every direction. We have holidayed ourselves in many self-catering cottages, and have a very definite idea of what makes a good holiday base, and what makes a Bad one! We hope that we make everyone who visits feel welcome in our special part of the world.
Year purchased: 2001
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Fodderty Lodge enjoys a rural location, but is still only 20 minutes from the small city of Inverness (the capital of the Highlands). There are theatres, restaurants, cinemas, swimming pools etc within easy reach. Dingwall, with shops and supermarkets, is only a couple of miles away as is the Victorian spa village of Strathpeffer. There are many walks around and golfing and fishing are closeby. It is nature lover's paradise.
Unique benefits of the property
Maire welcomes you personally and introduces you to your accommodation. She is on site should you require help or advice about places to visit whilst staying at Fodderty Lodge and has many local tips and real insider knowledge. There is a drawer full of tourist information, with suggested itineraries for you to get the most out of your days, but she will also leave you alone to discover places for yourself if that is your wish! The cottages have many 'extra' touches, books, DVDs, games, magazines, and there are even folding picnic chairs for you to use from your car during your stay. The Lees want you to leave at the end of your holiday with a positive feeling about Scotland, the Highlands and Fodderty Lodge.
For booking and further information
Property Ref SC90
Mervyn and Maire Lee
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1997 421393
Fax: (UK) + 44 (0)1997 421393
Owners Website: Click here
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