Title: Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. 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 # Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. Cottage in Tain with kitchen ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109713400/109713312/e2d79f26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109713400/109713312/875d11db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109713400/109713312/a5def085.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109713400/109713312/22f39ac0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109713400/109713312/de9aca92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque village of Balintore, Mermaid View offers a charming retreat with an enclosed garden and patio area. Unwind in the lovely living/dining room or prepare hearty breakfasts in the well-equipped kitchen. With three double bedrooms and a fully enclosed garden, this beautiful bungalow is perfect for families. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. With a beautiful, sandy harbour and beach nearby as well, this location is perfect for all the family.. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Front garden. Enclosed back garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples, families and holidaymakers only.. Welcome to Mermaid View, a beautiful bungalow with a lovely family living/dining room and a separate modern, well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty breakfasts before venturing out for the day. There are three double bedrooms, and outside is a patio area and decking which gives great views. The garden is fully enclosed, so you can allow your dog to run around. Mermaid View is situated in the seaside town of Balintore, less than a ½-mile walk from the beautiful sandy beaches and the enclosed stone harbour, which also is a great place to take your dog. Whilst walking around the town you will understand why the owners of Mermaid View chose that name! Balintore and its neighbouring village of Shandwick are great for those that enjoy windsurfing, surfing, or kite surfing, you will find an abundance of stunning beaches along the coastline. There are lots of places to visit and activities for all the family, both indoor and outdoor. Wildlife boat trips are available for all the family from Cromarty, which is 9 miles from Balintore, there are also golf courses and activity centres. A visit to Fort George Castle just outside Inverness is one of the mightiest artillery fortifications in Britain after the battle at Culloden in 1746, open to visitors it is well worth a visit if you have inclement weather. A visit to Shandwick is also very interesting and worth visiting with all the family - you can see the Pictish stone dating back from 800AD, now protected by glass case, with exceptional markings and documentation. There are lots of restaurants in and around the village of Balintore within walking distance, then return back to Mermaid View to enjoy the end of the evening and plan for the next day’s adventures. One thing guaranteed, a week is not long enough to do everything in and around Balintore, so you will also have to plan your return visit to Mermaid View... Free WiFi Families or couples only. Holidaymakers only. EPC Rating = E HI20062F ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105470000/105461300/105461259/7379dd1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayview Cottage Portmahomack - 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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 Property Registration Number HI20062F 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. ### Property is also known as su-UK44354-UK44354 ## About the area ![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%7C57.75787%2C-3.90651&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8zMvt5S-uKhZFzpXZgeAi5NeOwI=) Balintore, near Tain #### What's nearby - Glenmorangie Distillery - 16 min drive - 11.1 miles - Skibo Castle - 25 min drive - 17.0 miles - Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 29 min drive - 20.4 miles - Dornoch Beach - 30 min drive - 20.8 miles - Tarbat Ness Lighthouse - 36 min drive - 15.6 miles #### Getting around - Fearn Station - 9 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shandwick Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Oystercatcher - ‬14 min drive - ‪Italian Touch - ‬15 min drive - ‪Anta - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Inver Inn - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. located? > Situated in Tain, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Hilton Of Cadboll Stone and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Moray Firth. Tarbat Discovery Centre and Tarbat Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Set in the village of Balintore, this spacious house offers an enclosed garden. 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