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Challenger Lodge, Lairg

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Rating
4.8
out of 5
Highlands » Lairg
Sleeps up to 9
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4

Challenger Lodge is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in the Scottish Highlands, Sutherland. This impressive property sits in a peaceful location with stunning views across the Highland landscape and offers the perfect base for exploring this remarkable region.

Set in a quiet rural spot near Lairg, the area provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities. You can watch wildlife right from your windows or head out to explore the wild beauty of the North Highlands. The secluded setting offers true peace and quiet while still being just 2 miles from local amenities.

The accommodation includes a family room with three beds, two king-size bedrooms and a ground-floor king-size bedroom.

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About Challenger Lodge

Challenger Lodge is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in the Scottish Highlands, Sutherland. This impressive property sits in a peaceful location with stunning views across the Highland landscape and offers the perfect base for exploring this remarkable region.

Set in a quiet rural spot near Lairg, the area provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities. You can watch wildlife right from your windows or head out to explore the wild beauty of the North Highlands. The secluded setting offers true peace and quiet while still being just 2 miles from local amenities.

The accommodation includes a family room with three beds, two king-size bedrooms and a ground-floor king-size bedroom. There's a main bathroom with bath and walk-in shower, plus a ground-floor shower room and two additional cloakrooms. The well-equipped kitchen/diner has everything needed for family meals and guests love the games room.

Nearby attractions include Ben More Assynt (23 miles, 40 minutes), Loch Shin (2 miles, 5 minutes), Falls of Shin (9 miles, 15 minutes) and Dunrobin Castle (28 miles, 45 minutes).

Challenger Lodge is ideal for families or groups wanting to escape everyday life. The private hot tub is perfect after a day exploring the Highlands. Who needs hustle when you can have Highland tranquillity?

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Challenger Lodge

Peaceful Location

The quiet, secluded setting offers amazing views from every window. Perfect for watching wildlife and escaping from everyday life.

Spacious Accommodation

Plenty of room for families and groups with four bedrooms and multiple bathrooms. Guests repeatedly mention how much space they had.

Hot Tub Relaxation

Unwind in the hot tub after a day exploring the Highlands. A favourite feature that adds luxury to your countryside break.

Walking Opportunities

Great base for walkers with trails starting right from the doorstep. Ideal for exploring the North Highlands and nearby Munros.

Clean and Comfortable

The lodge is consistently praised for being spotlessly clean, well-maintained and extremely comfortable for all guests.

Wildlife Watching

Guests love spotting local wildlife from the comfort of the lodge. The natural surroundings provide a front-row seat to Highland fauna.

Getting To Challenger Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Challenger Lodge by car, take the A836 north from Lairg and follow signs for Altnaharra. The lodge is located in a rural setting with good access from the main road network in the Highlands.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Lairg, approximately 2 miles from the accommodation. You'll need to arrange a taxi for the final part of your journey to the lodge.

Ample off-road parking available
Lairg station (2 miles)
Accessible from the A836

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Dunrobin Castle
Distance: 28 miles
IV25 3TN
Falls of Shin
Distance: 9 miles
IV27 4EW
Ben More Assynt
Distance: 23 miles
IV27 4HB
Loch Shin Walk
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4EG
Ferrycroft Paths
Distance: 2.5 miles
IV27 4AA
Little Assynt Estate Paths
Distance: 18 miles
IV27 4HB
Lairg Stores
Distance: 1.9 miles
IV27 4DD
Bonar Bridge Stores
Distance: 12 miles
IV24 3EA
Dornoch High Street
Distance: 26 miles
IV25 3SH
Lairg Bus Stop
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4DD
Lairg Train Station
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4DY
Bonar Bridge Taxi Service
Distance: 12 miles
IV24 3EA
Dunrobin Castle
Distance: 28 miles
IV25 3TN
Falls of Shin
Distance: 9 miles
IV27 4EW
Ben More Assynt
Distance: 23 miles
IV27 4HB
Loch Shin Walk
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4EG
Ferrycroft Paths
Distance: 2.5 miles
IV27 4AA
Little Assynt Estate Paths
Distance: 18 miles
IV27 4HB
Lairg Stores
Distance: 1.9 miles
IV27 4DD
Bonar Bridge Stores
Distance: 12 miles
IV24 3EA
Dornoch High Street
Distance: 26 miles
IV25 3SH
Lairg Bus Stop
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4DD
Lairg Train Station
Distance: 2 miles
IV27 4DY
Bonar Bridge Taxi Service
Distance: 12 miles
IV24 3EA

Is Challenger Lodge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children will love the space at Challenger Lodge. The games room with pool table provides entertainment for older kids, while the large garden offers space to run around. Wildlife watching from the windows is exciting - spot deer and birds. The Falls of Shin (15 minutes away) has a salmon viewing platform and playground. Cot and highchair available for little ones.
For Couples
Couples will appreciate the peaceful setting and stunning Highland views. The private hot tub is perfect for romantic evenings under the stars. Take walks directly from the door or drive to beautiful beaches along the North Coast 500. The king-size bedrooms offer comfort and space. Local restaurants in Lairg provide intimate dining options after days exploring this wild, beautiful region.
Pet Friendly
One well-behaved dog is welcome at Challenger Lodge. The rural location offers fantastic walking opportunities right from the doorstep. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for your pet. The wider area has endless trails through the Highlands where dogs can explore off-lead in suitable areas. Local beaches within driving distance offer more exercise options.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Challenger Lodge

The Pier Café

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV27 4DD

The Sutherland Inn

Located 12 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV24 3EA

The Eagle Hotel

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV27 4DD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Challenger Lodge

Does Challenger Lodge have a hot tub?
Yes, Challenger Lodge features a private hot tub. It's perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the Highlands and offers a luxurious touch to your stay.
Is Challenger Lodge pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved pet is welcome at Challenger Lodge. The surrounding countryside provides excellent walking opportunities for you and your dog.
How many people can stay at Challenger Lodge?
Challenger Lodge can accommodate up to 9 guests. The property has four bedrooms including a family room with three beds and three king-size rooms (one on the ground floor).
What facilities are available in the kitchen?
The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Everything you need for self-catering is provided.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, there is ample off-road parking available at Challenger Lodge. You won't have any issues bringing multiple vehicles to the property.
What's the nearest town to Challenger Lodge?
Lairg is the nearest settlement, approximately 2 miles away. It has basic amenities including shops and a pub for essential supplies and dining options.
Are there any special features for families?
The lodge is very family-friendly with a games room including a pool table. It also provides a cot and highchair for younger guests, plus plenty of space for everyone.
What can I see from the property?
The lodge offers spectacular views across the Highland landscape. Many guests mention watching wildlife directly from the windows and enjoying the peaceful rural setting.

Challenger Lodge Reviews

Nicola
Had a lovely stay , will come back if I can . Windows needed cleaned to enjoy the wonderful views and hot water was lukewarm warm , other than that , wonderful
What a stunning place. The Lodge is excellent. Plenty room and about as peaceful as you can get. The only noise in the garden at times was the buzzing of a bee! We loved using the Lochs with our paddle boards and firing up the hot tub. Recommend The Pier restuarant in the town. Also enjoyed playing golf at Tain and Bonar Bridge plus a tour of Glenmorangie Distillery. Lastly, the beach at Dornoch was stunning. You will not be disappointed staying at this lodge and exploring this part of Scotland.
Monika
Fabulous place to stay. Thank you for the warm welcome, the bread and cookies were amazing, and I feel that the shortbread deserves a special mention, because it was absolutely delicious, the best I have ever tried. The house is beautiful and has everything you need. Absolutely loved it. I loved going for walks in the forest and I even went for few runs and it was absolutely fantastic. Felt so close to beautiful nature. I absolutely loved just sitting in the hot tub or in the living room, just watching the nature. We had an amazing time! Thank you so much!
Terence
Lovely property, beautiful surroundings. Very clean & well maintained. A lovely place to come home to after a day out. We would definitely stay again.
A lovely rural venue in beautiful surroundings. The lodge is spacious, peaceful , clean & well equipped which provided the perfect setting for our family gathering. We appreciated the thoughtful touches such as the welcome pack, coffee machine, games room, hot tub & wood burner for extra comfort.
Joanne
Amazing cottage, beautiful views and plenty of wildlife. We had a very relaxing holiday away from the bustle of city life, it was so quiet and peaceful. Would highly recommended Challenger lodge to anyone looking to get away from everyday life, it is fully equipped with everything you could need.
Rundown decor Not cleaned properly Cupboards and frezzer filled with old food Not worth the price being asked for
Stuary
We had a fantastic stay at Challenger lodge. Great for walking the far North Munro's which were all within an hours drive. Hope to visit again in the future.
Hannah
We had a wonderful stay at the Lodge, clean, spacious and blissfully quiet. A great base for exploring the north Highlands and seeing wildlife on your doorstep. Spotted Red deer, Golden Eagles, Buzzards and Kites without having to move from the comfort of the sofa. Our only suggestion is to pack some towels with you. Although they provide two per person they were only hand towels and guest size towels they don't cover much!
Sharon
Lovely property in a superb location. If you are looking for peace and tranquility then this is your spot. Had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Would definitely like to stay at the Challenger Lodge again.
Outstanding house! And we've been to many!. Just sitting in the living room soaking in the beautiful and peaceful view was a holiday in itself. The house was clean and exremely comfortable, everyone wanted to take the beds home!
Stephan
Best location Ive ever been for vacation!
Monika
We had an amazing time at the Challenger lodge. The house is in such a beautiful location, I could stay there forever. Loved having my morning coffee whilst enjoying the amazing view. Loved taking my dog out for a walk around the estate. If you are looking for peace, quiet and being close to nature look no further. The lodge itself is very comfy and beautifully decorated. There is everything you need and more. We also enjoyed sitting in the hot tub and just enjoying the sheer beauty of the nature around us. On arrival we were greeted with home made bread and local eggs, which was lovely, and bread was truly delicious. Even our dog received a little welcome pack, which was such a sweet gesture. She loves her new ball. It was perfect, thank you.
We had a fantastic stay, six of us, two adults, four kids. We did arrive half an hour early due to how far we'd travelled which we apologised for but was told that was okay by the owner when they appeared just before the check in time. Loads of space here, kids had their own rooms, toilets are plentiful and the view is amazing. Would highly recommend staying here and we hope to return.
Nishanth
The property was excellent and has amazing views. All the decorations and fittings were modern and worked without any issue. There were 5 of us and a dog and we had plenty of space. We received a nice welcome from the owners and are all very happy with our stay. The lodge is in an excellent location to explore the Highlands with most places being within an hour's drive. We would happily recommend Challenger lodge and will be looking forward to returning next year
Tracey
What a wonderful stay at Challenger Lodge. It is in the most wonderful, peaceful location with fabulous views from pretty much every window. It has very comfy beds, is so spacious, plenty of room for everyone and the 2nd upstairs living area was very useful, as was the second fridge especially for our beer and wine!. Lots of fun was had in the pool room. We had deer visiting us most mornings and evenings and saw Hen Harriers, an Owl and Black Throated Divers within a mile of the lodge. The owner was very responsive to any queries we had and could not be more helpful. We loved our stay at Challenger Lodge and would not hesitate to recommend. We would love to return one day.
We had the loveliest week at Challenger Lodge, wed
We had a great stay the most beautiful tranquil setting in the middle of nowhere superb
Myself, partner, daughter, friend and her son spend a great Monday to Friday in the Challenger Lodge. The space was great and we don't think the pictures really did it justice as it felt a lot bigger in person. It had everything we needed and the pool table was a great addition and great quality too. The surrounding area was awesome and I can imagine it looks stunning in summer. Very remote but modern inside. Would definitely recommend. Karen
The Challenger Lodge is a beautiful home, in a stunning location. If you'd like to go away and switch off from the world in the middle of nowhere but with a village within reach this is the place for you. It does have wifi, but still very much feels like your out in the beautiful hills and can switch off if you like The games room was used a plenty, and the hot tub is a fantastic addition to the lodge. The kitchen became a perfect dance floor as did the living room. Everything you could need for a trip away and you can bring your furry family too! The owners were so friendly and helpful. Thank you again for having us, we can't wait to come back
We had a lovely christmas at challenger lodge. The facilities were good, comfortable and spacious and the surroundings were magical especially as we had a white christmas! The only down side was that the hot tub was not useable and there was no dryer with 6 kids it was missed. Definately would recommend and stay again.
We enjoyed our stay here. The place is very spacious. Beds were comfortable. Nice big tv and wood burner for cosy nights after walking from the front door to the lochs. The pool table provided plenty of fun!! Very clean house and the views were beautiful!!
We had an excellent weeks holiday at Challenger Lodge which we found ideal as a base for exploring the North coast of Scotland. Our party consisted of three adults and one dog and had plenty of space since the accommodation sleeps up to 9 persons. Challenger Lodge is spacious, well appointed, classily decorated and clean. The property is set in a secluded location with open views out to the loch and surrounding hillsides yet only 5 minutes by car to the town of Lairg where there is a Spar supermarket, fish & chip take away, hotel with bar and petrol station. There are several local wooded walks, both on the estate and in the local area with one good walk to a very private Loch Craggie along a logging road. A welcoming pack of basic essentials was much appreciated on arrival and the owner Shanta, who was visiting the estate during our stay, thoughtfully brought a dog bowl, dog bed and dog treats. We will be looking to make a return visit in the near future with other members of the family as the property is excellent value for money.
Perfect retreat for escaping the rat race. Secluded but close enough 5 min drive to local village for supplies, fuel, chips! etc.. Perfect base to travel out from to explore the Highlands, in a week we managed Castle of Mae, John o Groats, Loch Ness, Inverness, Dunrobin castle, the North coast road to Durness, Glenmorangie Distillery. Barn owl was a regular visitor, we heard the deer around but they were too shy to show their faces. Property was spot on, enough hot water to fill Loch Shin, WiFi all over the house fast enough to feed several Netflix hungry tired offspring with more gadgets than NASA .. So much space inside that the 8 of us could find seclusion when needed easy enough. The only downside was leaving, will be back again as soon as I recover from the 10 hour trip from the Midlands..
Yomtov
It is a fantastic house estate We enjoyed every minute of our stay. The house has a spacious kitchen well stocked. two fridges an extra freezer in the garage. great pool room. nice size lounge. bedrooms are comfortable. It was great one morning to see 6 deer in the garden. Best to look from the upstairs windows then they won't notice and run away Definitely to be recommended.
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