• Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Heating

Big Barns Cottage is located in Backies, just a 5-minute walk from Dunrobin Castle and 12 miles from Carnegie Club Skibo Castle. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a fully equipped kitchen. Offering free private parking, this 4-star vacation home also features free Wifi. The property offers sea views. Guests can also relax in the garden. Royal Dornoch Golf Club is 12 miles from the vacation home. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 52 miles from Big Barns Cottage.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property info

Only dogs allowed at the property. There are steps or steep slopes in the garden. There are steps to the property. This historic cottage, nestled in its own secluded garden, is an ideal location for a peaceful, relaxing break, within easy reach of the beach.. Big Barns Cottage forms part of a separate wing of an historic B-listed Arts and Crafts house. It is one of the original buildings on the Sutherland Estate, built for the Duke of Sutherland, whose family’s seat is Dunrobin Castle. This early 18th century crow-stepped barn was converted by the renowned architect George Devey in the 19th century. He remodelled it on the Cotswold vernacular; his aim was to convey the impression of a large country house without losing the impression of an original 18th century barn. Its historic and characterful architecture is completely unique and a joy to behold. The cottage has its own separate entrance and front door. The solid wood door opens into a charming living room with a welcoming wood burner and original flag stone flooring. The furnishing, including many antiques, have been chosen to suit the period. There is a separate dining room, with antique furniture, in-keeping with the original building. The kitchen is small but very well-equipped. Stairs lead up to two pretty bedrooms, one with a double bed and the second with twin beds. Both enjoy views across the beautiful gardens to the sea beyond. Set in two acres of private, mature gardens, which include a large variety of rare plants and enclosed woodland, the cottage has its own separate and secluded garden area, surrounded by flowering plants, with lawn and outdoor dining table and chairs. Native deer are often seen around Big Barns Cottage and seals swimming close to shore can be admired from the local beach, which is just a short walk away. Situated one mile away from the main road, down an unmade estate track, there are numerous forest walks, cycling routes and a wide variety of wildlife to discover...

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of Big Barns Cottage

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Outdoor & View
  • Sea view
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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

Check-out

From 7:00 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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

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

FAQs about Big Barns Cottage

  • Big Barns Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

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    • The prices at Big Barns Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Big Barns Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Big Barns Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Big Barns Cottage is 0.7 miles from the center of Backies. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.