Title: The Challenger Estate - Lodge 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 - Lodge Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for The Challenger Estate - Lodge ![Property grounds - The Challenger Estate - Lodge (Lairg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119160000/119153000/119152935/9f96d390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/4044ba70-f24f-411d-8217-c15fb8bb65c5-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Outdoor spa tub - The Challenger Estate - Lodge (Lairg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119160000/119153000/119152935/3157aa2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Challenger Estate - Lodge (Lairg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119160000/119153000/119152935/a56b387e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - The Challenger Estate - Lodge (Lairg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119160000/119153000/119152935/c2329c9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Challenger Estate - Lodge provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## 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 - Lodge Nestled in an idyllic location with views to the surrounding Lochs and mountains, Challenger Lodge is a wonderful break for a family of nine and their canine companion. Easily accessible from the village of Lairg, the property comes with plenty of outdoor space with furniture, and off-road parking. Head inside and discover the kitchen/diner, appointed with all the mod cons needed for a week away, whilst the dining area is ideal for hosting mealtimes. After a day of walking, look forward to curling up on the sofa and catching up on your favourite shows from the wall-mounted Smart TV, whilst the woodburning stove crackles in the background. Challenge each other to a game of billiards or take the evening outside as you sit at the furniture and enjoy a warm night. The first bedroom lies downstairs and offers a king-size bed serviced by a shower room, ideal for those guests with limited mobility. Head upstairs to find a family room with three single beds and two further king-size bedrooms, each neutrally presented and a good amount of storage. Challenger Lodge invites families for a remarkable escape to the Highlands. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1128585, together sleeping 13 guests EPC Rating: Band E Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-00158-F ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - 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 ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112870000/112866500/112866423/70b5696e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom caravan in beautiful Clashmore with WiFi Clashmore - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=112866423&PinnedHotelID=112866423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101253200/101253180/68b32b0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Contemporary One Bedroom Apartment Close To All Amenities In Conservation Area Tain - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=101253180&PinnedHotelID=101253180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93400000/93393200/93393152/5728162b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly renovated comfortable bungalow - Brora Brora - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=93393152&PinnedHotelID=93393152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100300000/100297900/100297839/7f87c679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The old post office, on NC500. 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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 is also known as 763570 ## 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 Sutherland Monument. 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