Offering a garden and garden view, Fairburn is located in Helmsdale, 23 miles from Carnegie Club Skibo Castle and 24 miles from Royal Dornoch Golf Club. The 4-star vacation home has mountain views and is 12 miles from Dunrobin Castle. The vacation home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with sea views. Offering free private parking, this 4-star vacation home also features free Wifithroughout the property. The vacation home has a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, fishing, canoeing and hiking are possible nearby. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 41 miles from Fairburn.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Helmsdale
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  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great setting. Easy to access places. Stunning views! Comfortable property. Well equipped. Loved the sunroom for evenings and colder days. Great garden area. Loved the rope swing. Lovely beach not far from the property.
  • Sam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    good location bungalow that’s been renovated to a good standard.
  • Silke
    Germany Germany
    The view the cottage offered was spectecular and the house itself offered everything we needed. We especially appreciated the personal contact to Alistair via phone and compliment him on his German.

Hosted by Alistair Wilson

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Alistair Wilson
We bought Fairburn in 2011 and were immediately captivated by its elevated position commanding fantastic views over the Moray Firth (North Sea). The 3 bedroom cottage sits in 4 acres of fenced private grounds and is perfect for dog lovers. We carried out major renovation work to bring the property up to scratch including the installation of new windows, kitchen, ensuite bathroom and log burner. The cottage has all the comforts of home including free wifi and digital tv and dvd player.
We love the Scottish Highlands, the peace, the natural landscape, the wildlife, the culture, the traditions. We hope you enjoy it too when you stay at Fairburn!
Fairburn is situated between the traditional Highland villages of Brora and Helmsdale...just off the North Coast 500 tourist route (A9). There is a fantastic sandy beach which can be reached in 30 minutes by foot or 5 minutes in the car. You can see this from the property. Brora and Helmsdale have plenty of things to see and do. Both villages have golf courses (18 hole links course at Brora is world renowned). Salmon fishing is possible in Helmsdale with the right permits. There are lots of opportunities to hike over the hills of Glen Loth behind the property. The property is well positioned for those wishing to venture further up the coast to John O'Groats or the Orkney Islands. Day trips are possible all over the Northern Highlands to Inverness, Ullapool, Lairg, Durness and Loch Ness.
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Fairburn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules

Fairburn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 150 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about USD 191. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

1 crib available on request.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Fairburn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of £150 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.