Title: Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82999000/82998925/460e642f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82999000/82998925/f91ae92e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82999000/82998925/ecf82197.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82999000/82998925/f06420a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/83000000/82999000/82998925/af5b6298.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Clematis Cottage, a newly renovated character cottage in Fortrose, offers the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. With a cozy log burner and private garden just steps from the beach and harbour, unwind with peace of mind knowing restaurants, bars, shops are nearby. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach Clematis Cottage is ideal for visits to Fortrose, the Black Isle and a good base for Inverness which is just 15mins drive away. It offers comfort, peace and quiet in a newly renovated character cottage with log burner and private garden less than 200m from the beach and harbour, centrally located with restaurants, bars, shops and cafes just a short walk away. Close to the golf course, Chanonry Point, beach, harbour and other tourist attractions. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 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. ## About the area Located in Fortrose, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Fairy Glen Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park and Black Isle Wildlife Park. Inverness Botanic Gardens and Iolaire are also worth visiting. [Visit our Fortrose travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fortrose.dx6194177) [View more Cottages in Fortrose](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fortrose-Cottages.d6194177-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=57.58389,-4.138287&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:kvn%7EIhggX%3F%5D%3F%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%40%5D%40%5B%40%5BB%5D%40%5B%40%5DB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5DDYB%5BD%5BD%5BB%5BDYFYD%5BDYFYDYFYFYFWFYFWFWHWHWFWHWHUHUHUHUHUJUHSJUHSLSHQJSJQLQJQJQJOLQJOLOLMJOLMLMLMLKLKLKNKLKLILINILINGLGNGLGNENGLCNENENCLCNANCNALAP%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40NBN%40NBLBNDNDNBLFNDLFNFNFLFNHLHLHLHNJLJLJLJLLLJLLLNLLLNJLLPJNLNJPJPJPJPJRJRJPJTHRJRHTHTHTJTHTHTFVHVFVHVFVFVFXHVDXFXFXDXFXDZDXDZDXBZDZDZBZBZBZBZBZBZB%5C%40Z%40%5C%40Z%40Z%40%5C%40%5C%40Z%3F%5C%40Z%3F%5C%3F%5C%3FZ%3F%5CA%5C%3FZA%5CAZA%5CAZA%5CAZA%5CCZCZC%5CCZCZCZCZEZEXCZEZEXEZEXGXEXGXGXEXIXGVGVGXIVGVITGVITIVKTITITIRKTIRKRKRKPKRKPKPKPKPMPKNMNKNMLMNMLMLMLMJMLMJMJOHMJMHMHOFMHOFOFMDOFMDODOBODMBOBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FQAMAOAOAOCMCOCOCOEMEOEOGMEOGMGOIMGOIMIMKMIOKMKMMMKMMMMMMKMMOMOKOMOKQKQKOMSKQKQISMSISKSIUKSIUIUIUIWIUIWGUIWIWGYGWGWGYGYGYEYGYEYEYG%5BEYC%5BEYE%5BC%5BE%5BC%5BC%5BC%5BC%5DC%5BA%5BA%5DC%5BA%5DA%5BA%5DA%5B%3F%5DA%5B%3F%5D%3F%5D%3F%5B&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hX8B1XXbasacxhFQgSum6GJ5MOA=) Fortrose, Scotland ### What's nearby - Fortrose Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Rosemarkie Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Chanonry Point Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Castle Stuart - 26 min drive - 20.5 miles - Fort George - 35 min drive - 27.6 miles ### Getting around - Muir of Ord Station - 23 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wendys Cafe - ‬28 min drive - ‪IV10 Cafe Bar Deli - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Anderson - ‬3 min walk - ‪Kitchen & Bar At Courtyard - ‬25 min drive - ‪The Plough Inn - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach located? > Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fortrose Cathedral, Groam House Museum and Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club. Fairy Glen Reserve and Rosemarkie Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Newly renovated Character Cottage close to the beach Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew E. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal Cosy Cottage on the Black Isle Compact but comfortable, very clean, and a host who is easy to communicate with and very helpful. A lovely place to stay ! ##### Andrew E. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela C. 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage was comfortable and well equipped.Full of character and a delightful cottage garden in front.The host was friendly and helpful. Fortrose and surrounding area have a lot to offer. Would recommend. ##### Angela C. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda C. 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home from home Very comfortable cottage and great location. ##### Linda C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher G. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Close to the Shore Our family enjoyed our short stay in Fortrose. The property is great (the fireplace is a nice touch on a cool evening), and, while small, Fortrose is a quaint town that has everything you need (groceries, restaurants, etc.) and is a great jumping off point for exploration in the north of Scotland. We hope to be back in the future. ##### Christopher G. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon m. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little far from Castlestuart golf course Turned out to be a little far from Cabot Highlands golf. Thought it was closer. Probably not the best place to stay if your intention is to be close to the course. Comfie beds. Easy rental to rent. ##### shannon m. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 13 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property, close to the beach, excellent time had by all Nice and easy to book, with the host’s attentive and responds to email and phone calls impressive. ##### Robert S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen C. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### lovely place, great host We had a nice time in Fortrose. Thanks for everything! ##### Stephen C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi Y. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home This was a lovely home with a beautiful garden! Easy access to Inverness and other surrounding areas. The host was easy to communicate with and responded quickly to all our questions. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Kristi Y. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily R. 21 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and comfortable Extremely comfortable and clean. Located in a quaint little seaside town. Very spacious. ##### Emily R. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### audrey m. 19 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort and cleanliness Had a lovely stay at Clematis Cottage. Good range of facilities nearby. Excellent Restaurant just across the road too. And, shops were just minute walk away too. Very comfortable beds,lovely furniture and a fabulous log burner, just right for a February stay. Thank you. ##### audrey m. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara G. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walking distance to places to eat and a wonderful bakery! Great little cottage but must be able to carry suitcases up a flight of stairs. ##### Sara G. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin G. 1 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot Stayed here on our first night in Scotland while we where headed north and couldn't be happier. The place was clean and comfortable for our party of 7 total (4 adult and three kids). Great location and backyard. Met with our cousin and family nearby and backyard was nice to relax and hang out in. Wish we had more time here but had to travel on. Highly recommended if looking for a place near here. Owner also let me back after check out to use the bathroom. Thanks Again! ##### Kevin G. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth C. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Clematis cottage Lovely cottage, plenty of room for the 5 of us, 2 really big bedrooms , our 15yr grandson was happy in the smaller 3rd bedroom, the bunk beds in there were full size single beds which is unusual. The kitchen and living room both good sized , really long garden, our boys loved the playroom at the bottom of the garden. Perfect location for shops cafes chippy and to visit Chanonry point,to see the Dolphins and Rosemarkie. There is a path opposite to Fortrose beach. The cottage was spotless clean and we wete left everything we could need and more. ##### Ruth C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alina V. 10 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding We had the best experience ever! Property was outstanding from all points of view, well equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms, Super comfy beds and nicely decorated Bedrooms. The garden was little peace of heaven. You can clearly see that the owner put a lot of thought into decorating the house. And the owner was unbelievable! He helped chase after the driver after destroying our mirror while driving by and fleeing the scene, when we were doing the checkout. A real life hero! Thank you for everything!!! ##### Alina V. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica J. 7 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Fortrose Excellent - what can I say , arrived to the fire all laid for me to light and the heating on so the property was cosy. After getting lost initially finding the property the locals we’re more than helpful . IV10 the Bistro across the road , I wish you were across the road from me !! The Anderson , we couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome . Simon our host , for coming out on New Years Day to enable the wood burner to stay on , amazing !! The dogs loved it , the garden , the coziness of the fire 😊 It was escapism , relaxing , friendly , charming and we can’t wait to come back !! ##### Monica J. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda E. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Linda E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely property with every amenity provided. Great base to explore the attractions of the Black Isle. Simon is very quick to respond to any queries. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doris S. 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hat unsere Erwartungen übertroffen Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Über die Hintertür hat man sogar einen kleinen Garten. Die Betten sind fantastisch. Es liegt an der Hauptstraße von Fortrose ist aber trotzdem Nachts sehr ruhig. Der kleine Ort liegt am Meer und ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt um den Norden oder Inverness (12 km) zu erkunden. Die Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber war absolut problemlos und sehr zuvorkommend. Wir haben leider nur eine Nacht im Haus verbracht, können es aber uneingeschränkt weiter empfehlen. ##### Doris S. 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