Redburn Steading, Redburn Near Nairn

Nairnshire. Sleeps up to 6

This delightful, detached cottage is surrounded by woodland in the hamlet of Redburn. A self-contained retreat, it is perfect for family and friends looking to explore the Cairngorms National Park and Scottish coast. Redburn Steading welcomes guests into a private driveway close to the owner's property. Enter the Steading via a large, convenient boot room, where you can hang up your coats and take off muddy shoes after a day of adventure. On the ground floor is a bedroom with French doors giving access to a patio area where you can relax and enjoy your coffee in the early morning sun. Prepare for a cosy night in with your loved ones in the attractive open-plan living space making use of the amenities as you cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen, serving up delicious home-made treats on the sociable dining table, where you can catch up on the days events over a bottle of wine, or host a fun-filled games night. Once your plates have been cleared away in the dishwasher, slide into your comfy clothes and enjoy the homely ambiance as you relax on the sofa in front of the TV. If you fancy some private time, curl up with a good book in the light and airy conservatory, admiring the surrounding rural setting. Or take it all in on a sunny afternoon sat in the rear garden, which benefits from its own barbecue and alfresco dining area. Stay out there long enough and you might even catch the green glow of the Northern Lights during the darker Winter evenings. The ground floor houses a superb king-size bedroom, boasting zip/link features to make a twin bed, as well as a TV and Jack-and-Jill access to a modern, spacious bathroom, where you can sink into a hot bubble bath with a well-deserved glass of wine. The rest of the bedrooms can be found on the first floor, comprising a twin room and a large king-size room with its own sofa and views to woodland through the Velux windows. Both rooms offer a private en-suite shower room, a TV, and ample storage throughout, ensuring a flexible sleeping arrangement for all types of groups. For all your essentials, a scenic car ride will bring you into the vibrant seaside town of Nairn, which has supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and cafés to keep you well fed and entertained, as well as a glorious stretch of white sand along both the Central and East beaches. Stop at one of the many cafes to enjoy the view across the water. James at The Putting Green offers great coffee and cake, including fantastic vegan options. The Strathnairn Beach Café serve up excellent lunches, the fish tacos are a highlight. Basil’s Cafe by the Harbour sell hot coffee and salty chips, perfect for a takeaway picnic on the beach. The Sun Dancer is a great spot to gather with friends and family and enjoy a delicious meal as you admire the beautiful sun set over the Moray Firth. On the high street you will find The Classroom which offers brilliant evening meals and a fantastic cheesecake for dessert. Experience a once in a lifetime opportunity at Moray Firth where around 130 bottlenose dolphins reside, a rich area for wildlife watching with the chance to spot porpoises, otters, minke whales, pilot whales and even killer whales from time to time. Spend a day on the famous Malt Whisky Trail, offering the ultimate Scotch experience spanning across the Moray Speyside region, here you can discover a collection of distilleries and whisky sites among gentle beaches, sparkling waters and rugged woodland. Travel over to the bustling city of Inverness where you're greeted by an abundance of cuisines, retail shops, lively bars and local attractions such as Inverness Castle, the amazing Victorian market, and the sought after Highland Aviation, a thrilling day out where you can fly into the sky for an in-depth look into the city centre and around breath-taking views of the Scottish Highlands. Head south into the Cairngorms National Park if you fancy a day of adventure, exploring the heart of Scotland throughout challenging walking trails, scenic hikes, cycling routes and nature reserves. This property is perfectly placed for exploring nearby Culloden, Lochindorb, Randalph’s Leap and Logie Steading, Findhorn and Dulsie Bridge. Spend a day at Loch Ness, this famous Loch is not only stunning but offers children the excitement of searching for the Monster! If you fancy leaving the car behind, simply head out for an evening stroll through the surrounding woodland and breathe in the fresh country air as you admire the local nature and picturesque scenery in this idyllic area. Why not take a 20-minute woodland walk to Loch Belivat and explore the footpaths that surround it? Avid cyclists will find plenty of mountain bike trails through the woods here and the loch also has fishing opportunities. Licences can be purchased from the local estate. Or you could discover the historic Ardclach Bell Tower, dating back to 1655 and just a 30-minute walk away, offering a view over the River Findhorn and the moors and mountains in the distance. Perfect for walkers, runners, cyclists, outdoor swimmers, fishing enthusiasts, and golfers. Treat yourself to a true Scottish retreat at Redburn Steading. EPC Rating: Band D