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  • House
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 night min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 1 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

Pipers Cave is a beautiful Scottish Bed and breakfast in a traditional Croft House, built 1890, with spectacular sea views. Completely modernised 7 years ago with full central heating and a comfortable living area/conservatory overlooking the sea.

Piper’s Cave is in an idyllic setting on the hillside overlooking Helmsdale village and the Moray Firth. A great place for hill walking, enjoying the pebbled beach or exploring castles and local sites or for travellers on the NC500 route.

It offers comfortable deluxe accommodation with full sea view, double bed and futon! en suite toilet and wash hand basin, sitting room/ breakfast room with panoramic views, utility area, shared family bathroom with shower, private parking, enclosed gardens.

The NC500 route (A9) is 3 miles minutes away, 1 mile from Helmsdale with village shops, museum and restaurants. Helmsdale village for trains and bus routes to Inverness and Wick . Inverness airport is approximately 90 minutes drive away.

Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • Beds in other rooms: Twin bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 Toilet Only

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Crib

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Swing set
  • Trampoline
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Piper's Cave 1890, was once owned by a family of pipers, who would practise the bagpipes in this wee cottage. It has now been lovingly restored, offering all modern conveniences and a great base to explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
Piper's Cave, Bed and Breakfast with panoramic views on NC500 route. 2 + child. – Home 8586773

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    Piper's Cave, Bed and Breakfast with panoramic views on NC500 route. 2 + child. – Home 8586773

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    Check in: 17:00 Check out: 10:00
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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    No Smoking and no parties or events.

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    About the owner

    Susan R.
    Tourist License
    HI-00305-F
    Average reply time:
    3 hours 26 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    26 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    7

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    Languages spoken: English
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    Reviews

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    Trip63439

    Wasted time, no apologies, not happy
    Mar 2024

    Booked a room, arrived at the property noone was home, no answer to phone calls/messages or emails had to contact booking.com for a refund, no apologies from the people at Pipers cave, not impressed, … More 

    15 Mar 2024

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    Opikoort
    Rugby, United Kingdom

    A lovely little gem
    Apr 2022

    Perched on the hilltop overlooking the village of Helmsdale, we had a one night stop on our NC500 tour. Susan was a lovely host, and the cosy cottage was just what we needed, with very comfy beds and… More 

    18 Apr 2022

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    Thank you for your lovely review, it was my pleasure to meet you both. Best wishes Susan

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    karenjli
    Cardiff, United Kingdom

    Short stay
    Sep 2019

    Lovely cottage, clean and cosy. Everything you needed. We came from Shetland and we have a sea view so this was like a little bit of home whilst away on holiday. The weather could have been better bu… More 

    6 Sep 2019

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    Martin R
    Bathgate, United Kingdom

    Lovely homely feel which was a joy to stay in
    Oct 2017

    We had a relaxing 5 days there and it ticked all the boxes. Great location, great cottage. It was lovely watching the stars and sea as the darkness closed in. Would definitely go back again.

    2 Nov 2017

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    Response from the owner
    Thank you taking the time Martin to write this great review, we’re so pleased that you enjoyed the cottage and location as we do! We would be thrilled to welcome you back another time.

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    Megan A

    Lovely cottage
    Sep 2017

    From the moment you arrives the views are stunning. Very clean and has everything you need. We had some issues with the heating, but the owners were very quick to sort it out and the housekeeper was v… More 

    19 Sep 2017

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    So pleased that you enjoyed Piper's Cave and the super views as much as us! Thank you for a great review, we'd love to welcome you back another time soon. Best wishes Sue and Perry

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