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Offering seclusion, yet only a mile from Helmsdale, this is a great location for exploring the Highlands and even some of the islands too!Ground Floor:
All on the ground floor.
Hall: With seating area and table tennis.
Living room: With wood burner, 43" Freeview TV with Netflix, CD player, Amazon Echo and wooden floor.
Kitchen/dining room: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and 22" Freeview TV.
Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
Bedroom 2: With twin beds.
Bathroom: With shower over step-in bath, toilet and heated towel rail.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included, remainder by honesty box. Welcome pack and doggy extras.
1½-acre enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old. There are steep sloping banks and 3 steps in the garden.
Sunrise is a beautifully presented, detached cottage, situated in a stunning location and sitting right on the road of the NC500 route which is one of the top 10 scenic routes in the world. This bright cottage, set in 1½ acre grounds, enjoys commanding views across the sea with the Highland hills beyond. Situated off a small no-through lane, on a hillside, the property offers peace and seclusion, yet is within close proximity to all amenities.
This single-storey property offers a large, well-equipped kitchen/dining room with a large fridge/freezer and a spacious living room with a Swedish wood burner and high picture windows, looking out across the bay to the hills. The large hall boasts a table tennis table, perfect for spending some quality time with family. The double bedroom has its own en-suite, an electric blanket, a pure wool duvet or traditional goose down duvet, and mini toiletries on arrival. For dogs, a welcome tray and dog towels are provided. We allow 1 Dog £35 per week No Puppies and No Cats The garden extends over an acre, and there are some steep banks within the grounds, but it provides the perfect place for letting man’s best friend burn off energy.
Sunrise is situated in the small hamlet of Navidale, with the charming coastal fishing village of Helmsdale just over a mile away. Fishermen can be seen fishing for lobster, crabs and clams along the coast, and visitors can often purchase fresh local shellfish direct from the boats. There are miles of shoreline walks close by, and fossils are regularly found along this particular stretch of coast. Helmsdale has a good selection of restaurants and small shops, as well as a fascinating museum detailing the unusual history of the area, including the 19th century gold rush. There is also a 9-hole golf course in the village and the renowned course of Brora is just 10 minutes’ drive away. Travel north to visit the Castle of Mey, John O’Groats and even the Orkney Isles. Try panning for gold in the Helmsdale river and visit the fairytale castle of Dunrobin. Beach ¼ mile. Shop and restaurant 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.
EPC Rating = C
License No H100188F
EPC Rating =C
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 x Single Beds
33 Reviews
Leave ReviewThe Perfect Retreat
By Scott and Sam on 04-Oct-2025Sunrise is a stunning property inside and out. Bright and airy, with a lovely sense of calm, it is beautifully decorated throughout. Frank and Kathy have thought of everything you could need for the perfect stay. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed if you like to cook and the lounge is perfectly laid out to enjoy sitting by the fire or watching the smart TV which has netflix and amazon etc. If you prefer to relax and read, you can do so while looking out over the sea. The views are hard to beat, and watching the sun or moon beans on the ever changing seascape is a delight. If you have a dog, Sunrise is perfect as the garden is fully enclosed, so they can run to their hearts content. There are plenty of lovely little fishing villages to visit, minutes away, and La Mirage which is 5 minutes down the road, does amazing fish and chips! We had a wonderful stay and would recommend Sunrise to anyone looking for a welcoming and relaxing home from home.
Utterly Perfect
By Cat on 12-Jul-2025We were lucky enough to secure a cancellation slot very last minute - we had wall to wall sunshine for the whole week. Frank and Kathy have a beautiful home, with stunning views. The house is beautifully furnished and I’ve never gone to a holiday house where I’ve felt more at home. It has absolutely everything you will ever need for a holiday for all the family and your dog. Garden is completely secure for dog. Waking up to the sunrise was absolutely incredibly every day. Frank calls to chat before you go, he is full of information which he caters around your interests. He is rightly proud of his house and the cleanliness - absolutely faultless. I can’t wait to stay there again one day, a super base for exploring the highlands.
An escape from reality
By Olivia, Holli and Liv (and Figgy the puppy) on 05-Apr-2025This trip was exactly what our hearts needed. We could not have asked for a better place to stay, the detail having been thought out with every corner of the house having touches that made it feel like home. Kathy and Frank have truly created their own slice of paradise. There are far too many highlights to list but to name a few: Dunrobin Castle was stunning (and the falconry display was incredible), Fosinard flows were breathtaking, Melvich Bay was gorgeous and the walk down at Loch Brora was refreshing, and so was the swim at the end! We also highly recommend visiting Ousdale Broch and the Badbea Clearance Village for a real insight to our history. We managed to also spot some Puffins at Duncansby Head along with some seals down at Littleferry/Golspie beach. It was truly spectacular from the house itself to the landscape surrounding. Thank you again Kathy and Frank, we hope to return soon!
A piece of Paradise
By Shirley & Barry on 19-Apr-2025This was our 2nd stay at Sunrise Cottage although this time we took 2 of our friends with us who loved it as much as we do. Kathy and Frank have made this beautiful wonderful cottage an amazing piece of paradise, filled with love. The cottage is so comfortable and everywhere you look you can't help but notice the positive affirmations and love that has gone into styling the cottage. It is well equipped with everything you need. The sunrise from the cottage is spectacular. We were visited several times by the Deer that like to feed on the Whins (Gauze). Sunrise Cottage is ideally situated for exploring the east coast, or travelling inland. There is plenty to do from visiting castles to exploring gorgeous wee harbours, also there are plenty of walks/Hikes in the surrounding countryside to suit your walking skill level. The library in the cottage has some fabulous books containing walks and ideas for trips out, so it's worth having a look and spending time making a few plans. We can't wait to return in September, thank you so much to Kathy and Frank for giving us the opportunity to spend time in this little piece of paradise. Also thank you to the housekeeper who keeps the cottage immaculate.
Sunrise Cottage
By Christina Faulks on 12-Apr-2025Beautifully furnished, clean and comfortable cottage. The views from the cottage overlooking the sea are truly spectacular. Every effort is made by the owners to maximise your holiday experience staying in their much loved home. The housekeeper maintains the property to a very high standard.
Peace and tranquility. ️
By Elaine and Joe on 29-Mar-2025Arrived at the beautifully located Sunrise after a long journey. It was so welcoming not just for the humans but also for our little woofs. The house is very homely and shows that the owners really care. We quickly unpacked and began to enjoy what the house had to offer. It's very well presented with everything you could possibly wish for. Spotlessly clean with a lot of thought given to welcome packs and generous supplies of household cleaning items should you need any. The beds are incredibly comfortable, as are the chairs and settees. The stunning views made us relax immediately, sitting in two extremely comfortable chairs looking out through the french windows. The weather was fantastic throughout our stay which enhanced our time at Sunrise. Frank was a pleasure to deal with, really informative and helpful. He touched base a couple of times to make sure all was well which we really appreciated. We are now planning a return visit next year. Thanks to Frank and Kathy - 5 🌟 🤩 ⭐️.