Title: Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=17293982&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford ## Photo gallery for Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford ![Exterior - Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford (Forres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17294000/17293982/37242220.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford (Forres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17294000/17293982/7114c859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford (Forres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17294000/17293982/1feb05c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford (Forres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17294000/17293982/5952fcb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford (Forres)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17300000/17294000/17293982/9fba3615.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 41539 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cottage has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Housekeeping is not available. This cottage offers 2 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Highchair ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - DVD player - LCD TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 20 kg per pet - Fee: GBP 15 per pet per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Off-leash area ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance ### Things to do - Cycling nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 2 units - Garden - Soundproofing ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9370000/9361500/9361458/6c045a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Mansion House Hotel Elgin - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Business services 8.4 Very good 539 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 20 kg per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation An off-lead area is available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair This property accepts credit/debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Property Registration Number MO-00404-F If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Willowbarn Rafford House Forres Willowbarn Rafford House Willowbarn Rafford Forres Dava House Willowbarn Rafford Willowbarn Self catering Rafford Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Forres Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Cottage Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Cottage Forres ## About the area Forres is home to this cottage. Kinloss Country Golf Club and Boath House Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dava Way and Moray Coast Trail. [Visit our Forres travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Forres.dx7317) [View more Cottages in Forres](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Forres-Cottages.d7317-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.58970%2C-3.60342&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8OaD5c5VJhazH1Q4Xnv5ydslHbc=) Forres, Forres, Scotland, IV36 2RR ### What's nearby - ![Brodie Castle near Forres, Northern Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088689/4b3742c1-d74c-4f8d-9c3e-efea96712056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Brodie Castle 12 min drive \- 6.6 miles - ![Much like their scotch, the new visitor center at the Macallan Estate is the perfect blend of new, old, and natural. I highly recommend the tour and tasting. #Culture photo contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182751/6fa43c24-4ce9-4296-8a89-8abc8cfa94d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Macallan Distillery 41 min drive \- 23.1 miles - ![Inverness Castle featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088751/08ef544e-360d-4efd-bf6d-c12189ed4fb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Inverness Castle 47 min drive \- 33.1 miles - ![Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088753/519b93c6-0070-42ed-9b92-0c6088f34eb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Inverness Cathedral 48 min drive \- 33.7 miles - Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Forres Station 17 min drive - Inverness (INV) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Costa Coffee 7 min drive - Mosset Tavern 7 min drive - Cafe 1496 7 min drive - Brodie Countryfare 11 min drive - The Captains Table 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford? ### What time is check-in at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford? ### What time is check-out at Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford? ### Where is Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Willowbarn Self-Catering Rafford Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 22 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Rafford Property lovely amazing area ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 13 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Great stay Lovely place to stay with a fantastic host who gave me some tips for things to do in the local area when I wasn’t at work. Bikes available for free if you fancy a cycle and lots of local walks around to keep me busy during lockdown Microwave, kettle, fridge and cooker in apartment and also a shared washing machine at the back of the property should you need need it (freezer there too). Has everything you need and the grounds are lovely with a pond in the middle ##### John Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Oct 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic accomodation Couldnt have asked for more, absolutely fantastic. Would definately recommend and visit again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Aug 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie 16 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Sophie Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [UHI Inverness – Campus Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Cityheart-Inverness-Campus-Accommodation.h18692953.Hotel-Information) > > [Crieff Hydro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crieff-Hotels-Crieff-Hydro.h574583.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Inverness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Jurys-Inn-Inverness.h20408.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Hotel Peebles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Peebles-Hotels-The-Park-Hotel-Peebles.h13177753.Hotel-Information) > > [Raven’s Cliff, Motherwell by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Ravens-Cliff.h23151361.Hotel-Information) > > [Highgrove House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilmarnock-Hotels-Highgrove-House-Hotel.h29841477.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fox And Willow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ayr-Hotels-The-Fox-And-Willow.h4563123.Hotel-Information) > > [Red Squirrel, Stevenston by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stevenston-Hotels-Red-Squirrel.h31884764.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Bentley-Hotel.h32118669.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Lights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Irvine-Hotels-Harbour-Lights.h48443876.Hotel-Information) > > [Myrtle Bank Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Hotels-Myrtle-Bank-Hotel.h20233396.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Hotels-The-Station-Hotel.h4564713.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Bank Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Pine-Bank-Chalets.h29344496.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Strathspey Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Macdonald-Strathspey-Hotel.h2429678.Hotel-Information) > > [The Esplanade Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunoon-Hotels-OYO-The-Esplanade-Hotel.h6467698.Hotel-Information) > > [Hot tub lodge with stunning view](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taynuilt-Hotels-Hot-Tub-Lodge-With-Stunning-Lodge.h59769535.Hotel-Information) > > [Strathburn Hotel Inverurie by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverurie-Hotels-Strathburn-Hotel-Inverurie-By-Compass-Hospitality.h12578746.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Duchally Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels-CLC-Duchally-Country-Estate-Hotel-Resort.h79023.Hotel-Information) > > [Seabraes Apartments and Rooms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Seabraes.h67115620.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcaldy-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel.h4482159.Hotel-Information) > > [Buccleuch Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Hotels-Buccleuch-Arms-Hotel-Restaurant.h5436640.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Macdonald-Aviemore-Luxury-Woodland-Lodges.h34755276.Hotel-Information) > > [Tigh Mor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stirling-Hotels-Tigh-Mor.h23064993.Hotel-Information) > > [Rusacks St Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Rusacks-St-Andrews.h21486.Hotel-Information) > > [Muthu Oban Regent Hotel - Refurbished](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Hotels-Muthu-Oban-Regent-Hotel-Refurbished.h1419323.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochgreen House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troon-Hotels-Lochgreen-House-Hotel.h12755818.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Lomond Waterfront Luxury Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Loch-Lomond-Waterfront-Luxury-Lodges.h27365911.Hotel-Information) > > [The Millcroft Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Hotels-Millcroft-Hotel.h35254076.Hotel-Information) > > [Metro Inns Falkirk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falkirk-Hotels-OYO-Metro-Inns-Falkirk.h22202528.Hotel-Information) ---