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Cawdor House

4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Nairn with free breakfast

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Single Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Exterior
Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
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Experience the tranquility of Cawdor House, an upscale bed & breakfast near Nairn Beach. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or indulge in a buffet breakfast while admiring local art at the on-site gallery. Guests also appreciate free in-room WiFi, shopping on site, bike rentals for exploring nearby attractions like Nairn Museum and Nairn Golf Club.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Single Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Single Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
7 Cawdor Street, Nairn, Scotland, IV12 4QD

What's nearby

  • Nairn Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nairn Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nairn Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Boath House Spa - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cawdor Castle - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nairn Station - 3 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cj’s Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nairn Tandoori - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Drifters Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Waverley Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cawdor House

Upscale bed & breakfast near Nairn Beach
Located close to Nairn Museum and Nairn Golf Club, Cawdor House provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with shopping on site and a garden.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Secured bicycle storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and children's books
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1849
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Cawdor House B&B Nairn
Cawdor House B&B
Cawdor House Nairn
Cawdor House Nairn
Cawdor House Bed & breakfast
Cawdor House Bed & breakfast Nairn

Frequently asked questions

Is Cawdor House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Cawdor House?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cawdor House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cawdor House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cawdor House located?

Located in the heart of Nairn, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Nairn Museum and Nairn Beach. Moray Firth and Nairn Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km). Nairn Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Reviews

Cawdor House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house with spacious guest rooms. Conveniently within walking distance to restaurants and harbor. Manuela and Kirsten were very welcoming. Coffee at breakfast was magnificent and made to order eggs with homemade bread daily! Would definitely recommend this B&B!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, clean friendly and comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely, well appointed room, great breakfast and welcoming and efficient staff and owners.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

tine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B was fantastic- Super nice property, very clean and stylish. The breakfast was great and the hostess was so friendly and helpful. We can highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for visiting family at Whinnieknowe. Welcoming, warm, cosy, with lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cawdor House is a clean, beautiful bed and breakfast. Restaurants are easily accessible by foot and owner is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, everyone very friendly, good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts. The room was clean and spacious. Great location. Excellent breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm welcome and neat, tidy well appointed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a delightful stay at Cawdor House, thanks in large part to the fabulous couple who own and run it. Their warmth and hospitality truly made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The room we stayed in was small but pleasant and well-kept. As you’d expect in an older house, the walls are a bit thin, but that’s part of the charm and character of a traditional building like this. Breakfast was a highlight — a lovely continental spread, made even better by the fresh espresso in the morning. It was the perfect kick-start to the day and a thoughtful touch that really stood out. A charming place with personal service that makes all the difference. Would definitely recommend for a cozy, welcoming stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anika and Andy are great hosts. Home is beautiful. Breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! Clean, comfortable room, great hosts, healthy breakfast included. Absolutely no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a warm and friendly welcome at the Cawdor House. It was very clean and comfortable. The owners are working hard to make it a wonderful B & B. Also, it’s close to the airport and one doesn’t have to contend with the traffic in Inverness. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cawdor house was lovely! The room was very clean, the bed comfortable and the room well equipped with tea, bottled water and a strong hot shower. The innkeeper was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Lovely property, great hosts, delightful night's sleep. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love to stay in B and Bs with charm. This one definitely has it. The staff is very gracious. The sitting room and dining area downstairs was very nice. Comes with. Hot breakfast to order. Our room had a quaint view of some of the other village homes. Our room was very nice and very clean. Location is great. Easy to walk to lots of things and overnight parking on the street was right outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

I stayed here in July 2017. Unfortunately I arrived 45 minutes after the latest check in. They are a lovely couple and were very friendly despite me missing the check in time. The house is very nice, super clean, and breakfast was excellent. I stayed at several other b&b's in Scotland and this was by far my best experience. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection!

Great hostesses! Elegant and at the same time very warm and attentive. You can see they want to deliver a perfect service! The room was super clean and comfortable, breakfast was amazing with delicious coffee made in a professional Italian coffee maker (it was a very pleasant surprise!), a good variety of cheeses and charcuterie, fresh fruit salad and more. We'll certainly come back and recommend to our friend and family!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and quaint setting

Great location, period building but with exceptional cleanliness level.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David and Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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