1 / 10Mackenzie Cottage
Poolewe, Highlands
A detached cottage for five in Poolewe, 30 yards from the shore of Loch Ewe, with an enclosed lawned garden, a ground floor bedroom and bathroom, and two dogs welcome.
Loch Ewe is 30 yards from the door. Mackenzie Cottage is a detached, traditional house in the village of Poolewe in the north west Highlands, dog friendly, for five people and two dogs, and it puts a sea loch, a river and a long run of hills within sight of the windows.
The water is close enough that it needs saying plainly: the loch shore is a few seconds away, and a river runs past the village, so a dog that likes to swim will find its way there without much encouragement. The lawned garden is enclosed and has seats in it, so there is a secure place for the dogs to be out while the kettle goes on. A stair gate is provided, and the owners put out treats and extras for the dogs.
The house is decorated with a Highland theme and plenty of personal touches. The living room has an electric wood burner, the kitchen and dining room are bright and modern with a slow cooker for long days out, and there is a utility room. Downstairs there is also a single bedroom, a roll top bath in the bathroom and a separate shower room, so a dog and its owner who prefer the ground floor can stay on it. Upstairs are two doubles, one with a super kingsize that splits into twins and looks over the river to the hills.
Inverewe Garden, where an exceptional range of plants flourishes this far north, is just along the shore. Otters and seals are seen locally, and the beaches along this coast, from Gairloch to Mellon Udrigle and Gruinard, are wide and sandy, the sort a dog remembers.
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from £741 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Mackenzie Cottage is a superbly situated detached house with an enclosed garden and ground floor facilities just 30 yards from the shores of Loch Ewe in Poolewe
- Dog Facilities
- Dog welcome pack, Stair gate
- Sleeps
- 5 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £741 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 15:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Parking, Wifi
Mackenzie Cottage from £741 for 7 nights
Book with cottages.comFrequently Asked Questions
Is Mackenzie Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Mackenzie Cottage welcomes up to two dogs. The owners have clearly thought about canine guests — there's an enclosed lawned garden for safe outdoor time, a stair gate, and the owners even put out treats and extras for arriving dogs.
Are dogs allowed at Mackenzie Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the owners directly to confirm availability for your travel dates. Given the enclosed garden, dog-friendly setup and year-round cottage rental nature of the property, it appears set up for dogs at any time of year.
What should I know before visiting Mackenzie Cottage with my dog?
The cottage takes a maximum of two dogs, and the enclosed lawned garden means they can be safely out while you settle in. Loch Ewe is just 30 yards from the door and a river runs through the village, so dogs who love water will be very much at home — just worth bearing that in mind if yours needs a close eye near water. The ground floor has a bedroom and bathroom, so dogs who prefer to stay downstairs (or owners who do) can keep things on one level throughout your stay.
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Mackenzie Cottage from £741 for 7 nights
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