Retreat 33812 – Helmsdale, Northern Scotland

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(extra charge of 120 per booking) ensures that this property is an enviable retreat on this highland coastal hillside with friends or family.