GUEST SERVICES
Dear Guest,
Wishing you a very warm welcome to our cottages. Mill View was built on the site of the former Tomatin Inn and has been lovingly decorated in warm tones - we really hope you enjoy your stay here.
We have put together this information brochure to give you some information on the cottage, our estate and the local area.
Kind Regards
Tanya & George Macleod
HISTORY
In 2010, following the demolition of the former Tomatin Inn, country pub, Mill View was born. A development of 10 new homes was created with a new road constructed running parallel to Old Mill Road. At the front of the site, the now vacant land is zoned for a commercial unit - originally planned to house a new community pub and the community shop (now located in the new 'Strathdearn' facility to the south)
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1 Mill View is the first house, with the rear of the property overlooking Tomatinard Farmhouse.
WiFi
High speed Wi-Fi is available in the cottage. Connect to the network and use the following password
For 1 Mill View - please use password 'Onemillview' to access
For 2 Mill View - please use network BT-R5AWFQ and password 'xvNF9nCYXrLy4N' to access
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Your TV in the living room is a Smart TV and allows you to access apps such as Netflix and Amazon Prime and Live TV through BBC iPlayer.
HOUSE RULES
As you are staying in the countryside, we ask you to be aware of dangers around the property;
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There is a burn running adjacent to Old Mill Road
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There is an abundance of wildlife in and around Melfort Estate, located off the end of Old Mill Road;
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Please close the gates when entering/leaving at all times as this keeps our red deer from roaming on to neighbouring land as our neighbours do have stalking rights
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This will also ensure that Sika Deer aren’t able to nibble the tops of our newly planted trees
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On your walks, you will be able to spot Red Kites and Grouse ,Golden Eagles, Red Squirrels and plenty rabbits.
THE PROPERTY
Water:
Our water supply is connected to the mains village supply. You are invited to drink straight from the tap.
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Heating:
The cottage is heated through a central heating system. Designed to be of very high efficiency, and low impact on the environment, this system is run using a combination of oil fired and solar evacuated tube systems.
The system is set to regulate the temperature in the house at a comfortable level. If you feel the cottage too warm/cold then please use adjustment dial in the hallway. In room heating controls are located on radiators.
Facilities:
The kitchen is equipped with an electric fan oven, hob as well as a microwave oven. Other appliances include a washing machine, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Tablets for the washing machine and dishwasher have been provided for your convenience. An ironing board and iron are also available in the utility cupboard.
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Access to the property:
Please drive slowly through the village as we have frequent dog-walkers. Please close the gates behind you when entering/leaving any forestry
DISTILLERY WOOD
You are welcome to explore Distillery Wood during your stay at Mill View Cottage.
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Continue up Old Mill Road and follow the road up to the 'Green Gate'
As this is a forest, stalking and tree planting/harvesting may on occasion take place on the northern side of the forest. For this reason, we ask you to stick to main walking pathways as shown on the above map.
Tracks in good condition which are suitable for walkers of all skills are coloured in green.
Tracks which are in poorer condition or have steep inclines have been coloured in red.
FOR CHILDREN
There is a playpark off Old Mill Road, just 50 yards from Mill View which is ideal for children to play featuring swings, climbing frames and a skate park.
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At the Strathdearn Hub, home to the community shop and cafe, you will find a playpark suited to younger children with a see-saw, ground level trampoline and slide. There is also a covered astro-turf pitch which can be hired by the hour.
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Whilst you are staying with us, we encourage you to explore the village of Tomatin and the Strathdearn Valley. More information on local sites of interest can be found on the community website: www.strathdearn.org
TOMATIN E-BIKES
The Strathdearn Community facility can be found in the centre of the village. Available for daily hire, the community owns 4 e-bikes to allow you to explore the area further.
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For more information, visit www.strathdearn.org
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VILLAGE SHOP
Our village farm shop is in the heart of Tomatin, adjacent to the community hall and is open seven days a week. Selling a range of products such as newspapers, organic fruit and vegetables, groceries, tobacco, wine and spirits.
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Ice cream counter
Fresh homemade sandwiches
Honey supplied from the next hamlet in Moy
Artisan preserves, conserves and mustards
Local bakery
Butcher meats
Gifts and souvenirs
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01808 511 709
https://www.facebook.com/The3BridgesCafe/
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Opening Hours
Monday – Friday 7.30-6pm
Saturday & Sunday 9-5pm
TOMATIN CAFE
Operated by 3 Bridges, the Tomatin Cafe is located in The Strathdearn community hub at the centre of the village. Enjoy cooked breakfasts or lighter breakfast rolls in the morning. Lunchtime offering includes fresh sandwiches and wraps and cooked meals from burgers to curries. A popular spot for locals and visitors from Inverness and Aviemore.
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In the summer, owner Charlotte, opens into the evenings to welcome locals and visitors - be sure to give them a call ahead though so they can have a table set for you.
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01808 511 709
https://www.facebook.com/The3BridgesCafe/
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Summer Opening Hours
Sunday - Thursday 9-5pm
Friday & Saturday 9-9pm (last orders 8pm)
GROCERY DELIVERIES
At present, we are not aware of any independent retailers delivering to Tomatin​
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Duncan Fraser Butchers (Click and Collect)
Quality meat available for collection from centre of Inverness
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Swansons Fruit & Veg (Click and Collect - delivery may be available)
Local fruit & vegetables available for collection from Longman, Inverness
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Several large retailers offer delivery services to Tomatin
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Sainsburys (from Nairn store)
G​roceries delivered to your door from Sainsburys.
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Asda (from Inverness store)
G​roceries delivered to your door from Asda.
Order Online or Click & Collect
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Morrisons (from Inverness store)
G​roceries delivered to your door from Morrisons.
FOOD DELIVERIES
There are currently no food delivery services which cover Tomatin.
Collection from Tomatin
Home Comforts - 3 Bridges at the Strathdearn - collection of cooked meals from local cafe/restaurant- 01808 511709
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Collection from Inverness
Chinese - Millburn Takeaway - easy to access from A9 -01463 713222
Indian - Wee Delhi - easy to access from A9 -01463 771600
Fish & Chips - The Codfather 2 - easy to access from A9 -01463 771333
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Collection from Aviemore​
Pizza - Cheese and Tomatin - quality sourdough pizza with easy parking for collection - 01479 811565
USEFUL INFORMATION
Telephone Numbers
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NHS 24 - 111
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iT Taxis Inverness- 01463 222 222
Raigmore Hospital Inverness- 01463 704 000
Inshes Vets Inverness 01463 711 777 (day time and emergency number)
Crown Medical Practice- 01463 214 450
Castle House Dental Practice- 01463 234 598
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TRAVEL & TRANSPORT
Train Station
There is a main train station in Inverness with trains operating to Glasgow, Edinburgh, London and also further north. It is located 25 minutes’ drive from Tomatin (operated by Scotrail- 03448110141)
Aviemore train station is located 25 minutes’ drive from Tomatin- 01479 810725
Inverness Bus Station
Inverness Bus Station runs daily buses to Edinburgh, Glasgow and surrounding areas. It also provides local transport in and around the Inverness area and is located 25 minutes’ drive from Tomatin- 01463 233 371
Tomatin is also on the main Stagecoach Bus Network with a Bus Stop within the village.
Inverness Airport
Inverness Airport operate daily flights within the UK and also to selected parts of Europe. It is located 30 mins form Tomatin-01667 464 000
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Car Hire
Focus Vehicle Rental in Inverness - a great local company with quality, clean cars & vans - 01463 709517
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DURING YOUR STAY
Within the living room of the cottage, you will find a framed information sheet on connections for the Wi-Fi and contact information for during your stay.
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We hope you enjoy your stay with us!