Title: The Challenger Estate - Bothy Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Challenger Estate - Bothy Lakefront holiday home in Lairg with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for The Challenger Estate - Bothy ![Property grounds - The Challenger Estate - Bothy (Savalbeg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120001300/120001290/41237f73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Challenger Estate - Bothy (Savalbeg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120001300/120001290/2d683fb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Challenger Estate - Bothy (Savalbeg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120001300/120001290/9bf9378c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Challenger Estate - Bothy (Savalbeg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120001300/120001290/12cf590f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - The Challenger Estate - Bothy (Savalbeg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120001300/120001290/76d1f4b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Challenger Estate - Bothy provides amenities, such as a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom940 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Challenger Estate - Bothy This cosy, single-storey cottage lies in the grounds of Challenger Estate, just a single track from the village of Lairg.Full of character, Challenger Bothy is a superb choice for a family looking to escape the rush of normality and uncover the beauty of Nothern Scotland.Enter via the rear door into a reception area, leaving your boots and coats behind before getting comfortable.The kitchen/diner features a contemporary finish with sleek appliances and a run of units, with the dining table inviting you to settle down and enjoy mealtimes together.Gather together in the sitting room and keep warm beside the woodburning stove, with a Smart TV for entertainment.Freshen up in the shower room before retreating to either the king-size or twin bedroom.To the outside of this charming dwelling is a garden area with furniture and a wood-fired hot tub for two, so you can enjoy your favourite tipple whilst appreciating the mountain and lake views.Choose Challenger Bothy for a relaxing and rejuvenating escape to Scotland.Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1128542, together sleeping 13 guests. EPC Rating: Band GShort-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-00141-F ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 99 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - 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Please take all rubbish to the bins located at the very entrance of the Estate, and place all rubbish into appropriate bins. Thank you Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 99 kg per pet) ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 no 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 Property Registration Number HI-00141-F ### Property is also known as 763577 ## About the area Located in Lairg, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Orcadian Stone Company and Historylinks are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Carbisdale Castle and Dunrobin Castle. [Visit our Lairg travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lairg.dx6025529) [View more Holiday homes in Lairg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lairg-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6025529-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C58.03267%2C-4.37812&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IbcS4weo69tEtQ_DwvKxjlGuHGE=) Savalbeg, Scotland ### What's nearby - ![Dunrobin Castle showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088931/83f55efc-c03c-44e5-9e19-6c8cec104771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dunrobin Castle 37 min drive \- 26.1 miles - Ben More 5 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Bonar Bridge 22 min drive \- 13.9 miles - Royal Dornoch Golf Club 40 min drive \- 26.6 miles - Glenmorangie Distillery 43 min drive \- 30.2 miles ### Getting around - Lairg Station 10 min drive - Inverness (INV) 90 min drive ### Restaurants - The Pier Cafe 2 min drive - Crofters Restaurant 2 min drive - Shin Fry Fish And Chip Shop 2 min drive - Community Care Assynt 2 min drive - Mac & Wild Falls of Shin 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Challenger Estate - Bothy pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Challenger Estate - Bothy? ### What time is check-in at The Challenger Estate - Bothy? ### What time is check-out at The Challenger Estate - Bothy? ### Where is The Challenger Estate - Bothy located? ## Have a question? 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