Pine Marten in Dornoch | Must-See Highlands Hot Tub Cottage

About Pine Marten

Pine Marten is a luxury lodge with private hot tub in Dornoch, Sutherland. This exceptional property sits on a large wild meadow with the River Evelix flowing nearby. Perfect for anyone looking for peace without isolation.

The setting is truly spectacular. Surrounded by Scottish Highland scenery, you'll enjoy complete tranquillity while being just 3.5 miles from local amenities. anyone who loves the outdoors will love the nearby beaches and walking trails. The area is also famous for its world-class golf courses.

The accommodation features three bedrooms - two king-size rooms (one can be converted to twins) and one with an en-suite bathroom. The open-plan living space includes a fully-equipped kitchen with electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and air fryer. Entertainment comes via Smart TV and WiFi throughout.

Nearby attractions include Dornoch Cathedral (4 miles/10 minutes), Dunrobin Castle (15 miles/25 minutes), Glenmorangie Distillery (12 miles/20 minutes) and the stunning Dornoch Beach (4 miles/10 minutes) with its golden sands.

Pine Marten offers exceptional comfort in a stunning location. Whether relaxing in your hot tub under the stars or exploring the Highland coastline, this is the perfect base for families, couples or friends visiting Sutherland.

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Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, air fryer
✓Smart tv, wifi
✓Hairdryer
✓Iron and ironing board
✓Travel cot and highchair available on request
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Offroad parking available
✓Enclosed rear garden area
✓Patio, furniture, fire pit and hot tub
✓Large wild meadow with trees and the river evelix
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and pub 3.5 miles, beach 4 miles
✓Note: check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Pine Marten

Peaceful Location

Set in a wild meadow with the River Evelix nearby, guests consistently praise the tranquil setting that offers complete relaxation.

Luxurious Hot Tub

The private hot tub is a guest favourite, perfect for unwinding after exploring or for stargazing in the Highland evening sky.

Spotlessly Clean

Multiple reviews highlight the immaculate condition of the lodge, with guests noting the high standards of cleanliness throughout.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The kitchen "wants for nothing" according to guests, with everything needed for self-catering including dishwasher and air fryer.

Comfortable Beds

The spacious king-size beds receive high praise from most guests who appreciate the quality and comfort.

Dog-Friendly Grounds

Dog owners love the enclosed garden and large meadow area where pets can run freely in safety.

Getting To Pine Marten

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Pine Marten by car, take the A9 north from Inverness and follow signs for Dornoch. The lodge is located about 3.5 miles from Dornoch town with good access from main routes and private parking on arrival.

By Train

For rail travellers, the nearest station is at Tain, approximately 12 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the lodge.

Off-road parking for multiple vehicles

Tain station (12 miles)

Easily accessible from the A9

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Dornoch Cathedral

Distance: 4 miles

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Dunrobin Castle

Distance: 15 miles

KW10 6SF

Glenmorangie Distillery

Distance: 12 miles

IV19 1PZ

Dornoch Beach

Distance: 4 miles

IV25 3LX

Loch Fleet Nature Reserve

Distance: 8 miles

IV25 3QY

River Evelix Trail

Distance: 0.1 miles

IV25 3NH

Dornoch High Street

Distance: 3.5 miles

IV25 3SH

Tain Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

IV19 1AE

Bonar Bridge Stores

Distance: 10 miles

IV24 3EA

Local Bus Service

Distance: 3.5 miles

IV25 3SH

Tain Railway Station

Distance: 12 miles

IV19 1AE

Inverness Airport

Distance: 45 miles

IV2 7JB

Dornoch Cathedral

Distance: 4 miles

IV25 3SH

Dunrobin Castle

Distance: 15 miles

KW10 6SF

Glenmorangie Distillery

Distance: 12 miles

IV19 1PZ

Dornoch Beach

Distance: 4 miles

IV25 3LX

Loch Fleet Nature Reserve

Distance: 8 miles

IV25 3QY

River Evelix Trail

Distance: 0.1 miles

IV25 3NH

Dornoch High Street

Distance: 3.5 miles

IV25 3SH

Tain Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

IV19 1AE

Bonar Bridge Stores

Distance: 10 miles

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Local Bus Service

Distance: 3.5 miles

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Tain Railway Station

Distance: 12 miles

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Inverness Airport

Distance: 45 miles

IV2 7JB

Is Pine Marten Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will love the spacious grounds with meadow and river views. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor play space. Nearby Dornoch Beach (4 miles) offers sandy shores for family fun. The lodge includes a travel cot and highchair on request. Smart TV keeps them entertained on rainy days. Local wildlife spotting opportunities add natural excitement to their Highland adventure.

For Couples

Pine Marten offers couples a truly romantic Highland escape. The private hot tub under starlit skies creates magical evenings. King-size beds ensure comfortable nights. The peaceful location with river and meadow views provides perfect seclusion. Nearby Dornoch has excellent restaurants for date nights. Beautiful beaches and coastal walks offer romantic daytime activities. The lodge's high-quality finish creates a luxurious atmosphere throughout.

Pet Friendly

Dogs will love the enclosed garden and large wild meadow surrounding Pine Marten. The River Evelix provides interesting sniffing opportunities. Nearby Dornoch Beach (4 miles) allows dogs year-round. Local walking trails offer varied terrain for daily exercise. The property's ground floor layout is convenient for pet access. Local pubs in Dornoch welcome well-behaved dogs. Perfect for active pets who enjoy countryside freedom.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pine Marten

Luigi at the Dornoch Castle Hotel

Located 3.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV25 3SD

The Royal Golf Hotel Restaurant

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV25 3LW

Greens Restaurant

Located 3.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: IV25 3SH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pine Marten

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Pine Marten features a private hot tub on the patio area. It's perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the Highlands or for evening stargazing.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Pine Marten welcomes dogs and has an enclosed rear garden area for safety. The property also sits on a large wild meadow which is ideal for dogs to run around.

How many people can stay at Pine Marten?

Pine Marten comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests. The lodge has three bedrooms, with one that can be set up as either a king-size or twin beds by prior arrangement.

What's included in the kitchen?

The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and air fryer. All the essentials for self-catering are provided.

How far is it to the nearest beach?

Dornoch Beach is approximately 4 miles away, about a 10-minute drive. It's a beautiful sandy beach that's perfect for walks and outdoor activities.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, Pine Marten has off-road parking available for multiple vehicles. The lodge is easily accessible by car via the main roads.

What's the check-in and check-out time?

Check-in is from 4pm on your arrival day. Check-out is by 10am on your departure day to allow time for thorough cleaning between guests.

Are bed linen and towels provided?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your stay. The property also provides a hairdryer, iron and ironing board for guest use.

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Pine Marten Reviews

Sandra

Lovely accommodation in an ideal setting, short drive to Dornoch but secluded and private. Very well equipped and comfortable. The hot tub was fantastic. All in all we had a wonderful stay with 6 adults and 2 dogs. The owners were quick to respond to any queries. We would love to visit again.

Beautiful location and lovely modern holiday home. Appreciated the items left for us and milk in the fridge. Shower was so nice in the main bathroom. Hot tub wonderful addition and everything you need in the kitchen. Would definitely stay here again. Our only small criticisms is that on arrival there was a noticeable smell in the property. You could see that it had been cleaned but a smell lingered, especially in one of the bedrooms. I think the letting would benefit from some air freshener between guests. Also we were far too hot which disturbed our sleep on most of the nights. We were unable to turn the thermostat down so the heating didnt kick on and so the inside remained at a steady 25c. Our room had only doors and no windows we didnt feel comfortable leaving the door open all night and a fan wasnt provided. For future, as our summers become increasingly warm, turning the thermostat down or at the minimum providing a fan for bedrooms is essential. Good, comfortable sleep is really a must.

Charles

Stayed 5 nights at this lovely accommodation, had everything we needed, was spotlessly clean and comfortable in a beautiful, quiet location and only 510 minutes drive from dornoch And it's beautiful beach. Would definitely stay here again if visiting the area in future

We had a great week at Pine Marten. The location is really quiet with great views and not too far from Dornoch. The lodge is of great quality. The two bathrooms are well sized, the bedrooms are comfortable and the underfloor heating throughout the lodge is great. The lodge is overall well equipped including toys and trays for the dogs. The owners left a really nice welcome package for us including some milk in the fridge thank you!

Very clean property & everything you would need is within the property. Wonderfully placed accommodation, privacy but full amenities in Dornoch, beautiful beach & woodland walks only 510mins drive away. Great location for our dogs which allowed us time to use the hot tub & outside patio furniture. Beautiful nature on doorstep with buzzards overhead & deer in evening. Would definitely recommend.

Elaine

Beautiful property in a secluded location. We saw deer and pheasants in the tree line outside the property. Very good layout and lots of items for us to use. Hot tub was lovely and heated up very quickly. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Pine Marten is a very well equipped and cosy cottage. We both said how well wed slept the whole week the bed was very comfortable and it is so quiet. Early in the morning there were several deer in the field at the back. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking meals. We ate a few meals at home as we were not able to find many local eateries which were dog friendly. Many places have outdoor areas thats ok in nice weather but this is November. Not the fault of Pine Marten! The house is warm and cosy our first experience of a heat pump. Impressed. The hot tub was a welcome at the end of the day! We have had a lovely break in Pine Marten.

Jessica

This is our second time staying here. Its is absolutely wonderful, comfortable beds and sofas. Excellent facilities and a great hot tub. We will be back. Thank you again for another lovely holiday.

Morven

Very clean and comfortable. A well thought out property. Peaceful location. Lots of space do everyone. Neighbours herd of roe deer welcoming.

A beautiful lodge inside and outside. The location and peaceful setting with the patio and hot tub made it perfect for relaxing. So close to many walks for dogs and amazing scenery too. The decor of the bedrooms in particular was lovely. One of the best places we have stayed in.

Valerie

Had a fantastic holiday at Pine Martin, looking to book again for next year.

I can only describe our stay as absolute heaven and we loved every minute. It's very rare you find a place you like the look of and it lives up to expectation, but the Pine Martin certainly did! The location is amazing, so secluded and quiet but also close enough to the local town and a stunning beach. It's a great base to explore from or place to relax and recharge! We will be back.

Nicola

We had a fabulous stay at Pine Martin with our two dogs. Beautifully set with an open field right outside for the dogs to explore. The accomodation was spacious and beds super comfy, large bathrooms and well equiped kitchen. Great location for exploring this beautiful area of Scotland I would highly recommend.

Tricia

We had a fantastic weeks stay at Pine Marten. The accomodation was brilliant for our family with 2 little ones and a dog. There is plenty space for play and relaxing as well as our favourite past time of watching the farmer in the field in his tractor! Brilliant location to explore all around and beautiful Dornoch and Embo beach. We will hopefully be back Thank you

We had a great time at Pine Marten cottage! The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed. We were very lucky with the weather and spent most of our time on the patio which had a stunning meadow view.

Michael

Fantastic lodge with a peaceful outlook and top rate facilities. We loved the hot tub, the kitchen wanted for nothing, and the accommodation was lovely and warm throughout. In nearby Dornoch, we especially loved Greens for meals, and of course the golf in the area is magnificent.

Stephen

Nice place to stay, great location.

We had a great stay and would certainly return. Very clean and comfortable. Its a credit to the owners

Lovely place to get away too, if your into your beach walks and good food it is a great area to be in. If your into your whisky it is prefect. Dornoch is the place to be in the Malt Whisky industry on the mainland.

William

Pine Marten is a gorgeous lodge in a stunning location Fabulous view with full sun all day long Really high standard of accommodation with brilliant attention to detail re appliances and layout Rooms with deck outlook very spacious Had to spread out showers to manage the hot water but no biggie! Fabby wee welcome pack was a great touch We loved our stay and hope to return soon

Nicole

We had a lovely time in Pine Martin Lodge, the space was great for 5 adults and 2 dogs. Outdoor space was great for dogs that can be off lead and lovely patio area to relax if you get the weather. There is a small enclosed stoned area at the rear of the house but the majority of the outdoor space is not enclosed. The Lodge was spotless, not one thing out of place. Some of the group found the beds very comfortable but others didn't which I guess is a personal preference. Very quiet and secluded which was brilliant. Great location to visit different parts of the Highlands.

Wonderful house in a lovely area. Loved our stay.

Jennifer

We were so impressed with the quality and comfort that Pine Martin had to offer. We loved the location and the property had absolutely everything that we needed. June, the owner who I met by chance was really nice and she supplied extra toysbooks that she thought our kids might like.

Katheryn

A beautiful cottage in a stunning location. Very comfortable and well equipped for our stay. We really appreciated the welcome treat basket, and the gorgeous Christmas decorations were a lovely surprise. Hot tub was fabulous! Owners provided useful communications and information. The only slight negative is that the towel provision was limited to one relatively small towel per person, so I recommend you bring extra towels especially if you want to use the hot tub which you definitely should!. Thank you for a wonderful and peaceful NYE family break.

Frances

We had a great week stay at Christmas . The lodge was decorated for us and had a huge lit tree outside . The lodge was cosy and clean . The beds were comfortable . The kitchen had everything we needed . We used the bbq and chiminea on the patio It is set in a lovely peaceful location but not too far from Dornoch . The hot tub was very nice especially after our sea swims ! We would definitely recommend Pine Marten Lodge

Jessica

Thank you for the welcome gifts. Your property is one of the best we have stayed in. It really showed that you have thought of everything from a coffee machine to a hot tub, all these details added to our stay. We hope to return soon.

The accommodation was amazing, clean warm and comfortable. Only gripe was that it was listed as had an open fire but only had a fire affect fire in the lounge, needs clarification! A few recommendations would be hooks for dressing gowns towels by or close to hot tub, and a flat mob or a dustpan n brush other wise no complaints, beds large and comfortable. Location marvelous! Highlights were deer passing and star gazing in the hot tub. Definitely will re book

An amazing beautiful relaxed place. From the stag in the forest to the stars in the hot tub, a truly tranquil place. Well equipped, comfortable and wouldn't hesitate book again.

We had a great long weekend at Pine Marten. We loved the property, excellent facilities, hot tub was great. Fab location. Our only feedback would be that seating is tight for 6 adults on the 2 sofas. We ended up bringing in the cushions from the outdoor seats for some os us to sit on in the evening

Tracey

A very tranquil location. The accommodation is well equipped and beautifully presented and maintained. I would definitely stay again and explore more of the locality. Owners are very considerate and nothing is too much trouble.

It was one of the best cottages we had on our scottland tour.

For tranquillity in abundance this lodge was perfect, we have two small dogs, one of whom is now blind and deaf, he loved the fact he could come and go from the large paved area accessed from the lounge. The lodge was spotlessly clean, warm, felt cozy, modern but with traditional elements cleverly mixed in. Was also the perfect spot to visit lovely Dornoch and explore the east side of NC500.

Heather

An excellent, well equipped lodge in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Perfect if you want to get away from it all, explore the beautiful coastline arround Dornoch, play fabulous golf courses or just relax in the hot tub we did all of the above !

Rebecca

We loved the lodge, had everything we needed and was very comfortable. The area was so peaceful and the hot tub was fantastic, we would love to stay again.

Peaceful location. Fantastic lodge. Amazing hot tub. Highly recommend.

Thomas

Excellent challet, pure bliss, fixtures and fittings were immaculate and great hosts will definitely be coming back. thank you for a great weekend.

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Pine Marten, Dornoch

About Pine Marten

Need To Know

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What Guests Love

Peaceful Location

Luxurious Hot Tub

Spotlessly Clean

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Comfortable Beds

Dog-Friendly Grounds

Getting To Pine Marten

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Pine Marten Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Luigi at the Dornoch Castle Hotel

The Royal Golf Hotel Restaurant

Greens Restaurant

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Pine Marten Reviews