4 The Steading, Balnapolaig, Dornoch, Scotland, IV25 3HA
What's nearby
Dornoch Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Dornoch Beach - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
Skibo Castle - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
Embo Beach - 15 min drive - 7.4 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 68 min drive
Golspie Station - 12 min drive
Rogart Station - 13 min drive
Tain Station - 14 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Luigi - 3 min drive
Platform 1864 - 14 min drive
The Glenmorangie Distillery Co - 12 min drive
Dornoch Distillery - 4 min drive
Milk & Honey - 4 min drive
About this property
The Steading
When visiting Dornoch, The Steading is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and homes offer nice touches such as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets.
Languages
English
At a glance
Property size
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Deposit is payable by credit card and is due 14 days before the date of arrival at the property.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1875
Garden
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Oven
Griddle
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dishwasher
Coffee grinder
Paper towels
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GBP 90 per vehicle (one-way)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Steading B&B Dornoch
The Steading Dornoch
The Steading Private vacation home
The Steading Private vacation home Dornoch
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Steading?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Steading?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Electric car charging is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Steading?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is GBP 90 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Steading?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Steading and nearby?
The Steading has a garden.
Does The Steading have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and a coffee grinder.
The Steading Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 June 2019
Lovely start to our highlands tour
Beautiful peaceful location, well equipped rooms and friendly attentive hosts. Lovely breakfast. Could not ask for any more.
Thank you!!
Neil
Neil, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2019
Fabulous property
We stayed in the Sutherland room and it was gorgeous. Huge room and bed, stunning property with excellent food and owners. We’d highly recommend!
Jen
Jen, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2019
Superb.......
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 April 2019
One of the best.
Clean, comfortable, friendly hosts and staff, great food, great view. Amongst the best we've ever stayed at.
William
William, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2019
Highly recommended
First rate property
Ed
Ed, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 April 2019
The location is very good. Really well appointed, rooms are of a very high standard containing everything that you need for your stay. The staff are all very professional and friendly, the food is of a high standard.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 April 2019
Very quiet location for good nights sleep.
Stayed here 2 nights. Room we were given was not room we had booked but mentioned to owner and we were given a better room straight away. Very comfortable bed and lovely big bathroom. Tasty breakfast. We did not have dinner as menu not to my partners liking.
Lorna
Lorna, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2018
Nice hotel quiet location, beautifuly furnished everything you need and more ,the staff were excellent, really first class accommodation, 5 mins to town centre and the beach, good places to eat, can’t wait to revisit many thanks Jayne and Steve.
phil&marian
phil&marian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 August 2018
Outstanding Experience - Highly Recommended!
Simply outstanding! We keep comparing our other hotel, inn, B&B experiences within Scotland and keep saying “it’s not The Steading”.....Jayne and Stephen were perfect hosts along with the entire staff plus having a great chef in Andrew. The room was well appointed, clean, quiet and had plenty of space. Excellent breakfast and the dinners far exceeded expectations.
And, of course, the golf in the area is hard to beat......
My wife and I highly recommend The Steading and look forward to a return visit.
Robert
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 August 2018
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2018
in my top 10
Great room, fantastic views to match the superb food. Amazing hosts and of course special thanks to Ozzie for his company and toy sharing. My one concern is how popular this place is going to get
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 July 2018
Wonderful B&B just a two minute drive to Center of Dornoch town. Everything was fantastic. The hosts, Steve and Jane, were warm and welcoming. The staff was truly great and friendly. We enjoyed two nights at the Steading. Had dinner one of the nights and it was quite enjoyable. The Steading is a great place to make your base for touring the Highlands, playing golf or just relaxing in te Dornoch area. Can’t leave out a mention of Ozzie, the Steading’s loyal and friendly Collie. Our experience was like spending a few days at home. Very comfortable and relaxing. Highly recommend.
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2017
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 October 2017
An extremely nice bed and breakfast!
Our favourite B@B stay during our tour of the North Coast 500 route.The hosts were most welcoming and facilities are top class. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitley recommend to friends
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2017
Katherine L
Katherine L, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2017
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2017
Perfect place to relax and enjoy the views.
Absolutely outstanding place to stay and relax. Facilities impeccably clean and bed was very comfortable. We actually booked another night because we enjoyed our stay so very much. Would highly recommend.
Katherine L
Katherine L, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2017
Excellent and faultless
We booked the Steading as the final accommodation on our NC500 route. The dwelling is in a superb setting outside of Dornoch. Every guest consideration had been thought of including IT and WIFI + bathrobes and slippers. Rooms were spotless and bed very comfortable. A communal guest room with sofas and shared refreshments available is a nice idea too.
Paul
Paul , 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2017
This was a wonderful place to stay. Beautiful room and the owner was so nice and welcoming. Great for a relaxing get away.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2017
A Great Little B&B
A really excellent new b&b just off the A9 road. It has been finished to a very good standard and deserves to succeed.
John
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2017
Perfect choice,
The accommodation was superb, service first class, views to die for, staff give you that warm family feeling. Wee loved it and will be back.
Thanks to all especially Gina.
brian
brian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2017
Great Place
Beautiful property and excellent room. Steve and Joan are great hosts and we had fun with Ozzie (dog). Great location and highly recommended!!