Experience the best of Scottish scenery and culture from the comfort of Borlum House Farm, superbly comfortable and cosy self-catering accommodation on the northern coast of Scotland. At around the halfway point of the North Coast 500 (NC500) road touring route and within walking distance of Britain’s most northerly 18 hole golf course, this spot is perfect as a base for exploring, being active outdoors and enjoying some of the nation’s finest wildlife, glens and mountains. It’s also a short drive from ferry services to the Orkney Isles.
The star of this holiday accommodation in the pretty village of Reay is Borlum House, a sensitively restored 1700’s farmhouse which sleeps 10 people in five bedrooms with two double and three superking-sized beds. With two lounges, a sun room, dining room, well-equipped kitchen and garden – all beautifully appointed with high quality furniture and fittings – there’s plenty of space for guests to spread out, relax and enjoy the sea views.
Standing alongside the farmhouse are three more delightful boutique properties sleeping two people each; The Annex, The Lodge and The Bothy Barn. Expect modern facilities including super-comfy Hypnos mattresses, smart TV, wi-fi, quality kitchen appliances, power showers, snuggly bathrobes and efficient heating to keep everybody warm, whatever the Scottish weather produces.
People come from all over the world to enjoy Highland scenes such as this, and there is plenty to do within a modest drive, especially castles, gardens and history spots along the NC500. Not least is the spectacular Scottish wildlife, with red deer, golden and white-tailed sea eagles, puffins, pine martens and even wildcats – ‘Scottish tigers’ – able to be spotted.
About 30 miles away, John O’Groats is great for spotting dolphins, whales and other marine beauties, as well as starting out on the country’s longest possible mainland walk to Lands End.
Closer to base, just 12 miles away, is the town of Thurso, complete with castle, beach, a notable art gallery and world class surfing and kayaking waters, hence why it is home to the Scottish National Surfing Championships. Borlum guests booking four nights or more enjoy free whisky tastings at Thurso’s Wolfburn Distillery.
Borlum House Farm, Reay
email borlumfarm@gmail.com
website www.borlumhousefarm.com
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