Set in Halkirk, within 32 km of The Castle Gardens of Mey, Riverview Cottage is an accommodation offering river views. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Sinclair's Bay. The holiday home is located on the ground floor and features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 28 km from Riverview Cottage.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Halkirk
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  • Tracey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was just a few miles from the NC 500. The cottage was home from home. Lovely location by the river. The host had left us a welcome basket of goodies and fresh milk in the fridge. The beds were super comfy - pillows and bedding were...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well equipped kitchen, comfy bed. Large bedroom. Easy to find. In the village. Could park outside. I left an item behind when we left. The host forwarded it to my home address and would not accept reimbursement for the postage.
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful cottage, very clean. Comfy bed! Very well equipped with tea, coffee, spices and herbs! Lovely welcome pack with milk, crisps, cake and biscuits. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

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10
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Host review score

Comfortable Highland Cottage on the banks of the River Thurso; comprising of Large Double bedroom, Standard Double bedroom, Spacious living and dining room with smart tv, books and a selection of board games. Well equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, coffee machine and washing machine. Large secure garden with a view of the River Thurso at the bottom. Garden seating area outside.
Situated in the Tranquil Highland village of Halkirk, approx 5 miles off the North Coast 500 route, with shop, local hotel with restaurant and bar and village pub. Enjoy a the walk by the picturesque River Thurso; famous for its Salmon fishing. Experience the local architecture of the Ross Institute and local church. Step back in time with a visit to Halkirk Heritage and Vintage Motor Museum located just a short walk away. Local area 6 Miles - Thurso / Thurso Beach / Thurso Golf Club/ Railway Station 16 Miles John O'Groats 11 Miles Loch More
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riverview Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • CD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Garden view
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Riverview Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 00:00

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

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: C, HI-00292-F

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Riverview Cottage

    • Riverview Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

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

    • Yes, Riverview Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Riverview Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Riverview Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Check-in at Riverview Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Riverview Cottage is 500 yards from the centre of Halkirk. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Riverview Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):