Guest Reviews
“Everyone found that the house and your exceptional attention to detail exceeded their expectations…The dogs had a fabulous time too…”
“Everyone found that the house and your exceptional attention to detail exceeded their expectations. The weather also lent a hand as we were blessed with a dry and almost entirely sunny week. High praise to Victoria who, whilst we didn’t need to call on her often, was happy to help and gave us a super pizza night during our stay.
We all left with heavy hearts and more things that we would have liked to have done whilst in the area so would love to return. We absolutely love the house, the garden and the isolation of not needing to use the cars for most of the week, instead opting for walking and cycling. The dogs had a fabulous time too. We aren’t golfers, so didn’t make use of the local courses but did hit a few, friendly balls on the practice hole.
We have stayed in similarly graded properties and can assure you that Embo House is amongst the best! Thanks again for letting us use your home as our home for a week. It will live long in the memories of us all.”
“…Xmas Dinner which we ate in the beautiful dining room. Hot tub, jacuzzi baths, games room, this house had it all.”
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D. Jack from Dundee, Dec 21
“Stayed in this fabulous house for 3 nights .
Victoria was a great host and cooked us the most succulent Xmas Dinner which we ate in the beautiful dining room . Hot tub ,jacuzzi baths, games room, this house had it all. Unbelievable views from each bedroom and great walks to the beach. Will definitely be getting my American golfers to look this place up when visiting RDGC .
Hopefully one day we will visit this wee bit of heaven again”
C. Robertson from Aberdeen, Nov 21
“Fantastic weekend!! Couldn’t fault it! As a group of 14 adults we have never experienced such a fabulous place to stay for a winter getaway. On arrival the fire was lit, welcome tray with lots of goodies and fizz in the fridge! Victoria, the lovely housekeeper was there to greet our first arrivals and prepared an amazing meal for us all. Embo House has literally got everything you could possibly want for the best break away!”
P Mazoyer from Glasgow, Oct 21
Just a brilliant place for a break. Great surroundings and great indoor facilities to make sure all are entertained. A very high standard has been set and we’d have no hesitation in returning. Thank you for making this beautiful house available to share.
“The kitchen is fully equipped … Victoria is a wonderful cook, we had Beef Fillet for my Mother’s 70th lunch party and it was cooked to perfection …”
We had a wonderful stay at Embo House in the October holidays. The house is beautifully appointed, the kitchen is fully equipped, there is everything you need. Victoria is a wonderful cook, we had Beef Fillet for my Mother’s 70th lunch party and it was cooked to perfection & commented on by hoteliers and farmers who dined with us. We also had a pizza evening cooked by Victoria which was a great success. The gardens are stunning and well looked after and on the last evening we used the firepit which went down a treat. We thoroughly enjoyed our beach walks everyday to Dornoch, the children were up early every day to cycle to Dornoch to get our daily shopping, a very important job to them. Embo House is truly special, it was a privilege to stay there and hats off to Ginny, Victoria & team for keeping the House in its splendour inside & out.
“…so much space inside for everyone to spread out with so many things to keep you entertained…a very pleasurable and hassle free stay!”
What an absolutely wonderful place to stay. The house is stunning and has everything you need and more. Even if the weather isn’t great (the only thing Embo can’t always provide!), there is so much space inside for everyone to spread out with so many things to keep you entertained. Victoria, as mentioned by others, is absolutely fantastic and I can highly recommend having some meals prepared by her AND everything is cleaned up afterwards … a real treat for the normal cooks in the house. Thanks for a very pleasurable and hassle free stay!
“…kitchen is a great size, is immaculately clean and extremely well stocked, the beds are soooo comfy…”
“We’ve been having family holidays in big houses for 9 years and Embo is the best by far for all sorts of reasons. The layout works perfectly, the kitchen is a great size, is immaculately clean and extremely well stocked, the beds are soooo comfy and on a general cleanliness score Embo is streaks ahead of all the others. Victoria and her team are a credit to you and the generous welcome pack she had organised was a lovely surprise.Having 3 little people with us meant that a lovely beach within walking distance was the icing on the cake. The little (and big) boys had great fun building castles and dams and even went in the sea – brrrr!Embo is a wonderful place!”
“…don’t think there’s anything I could suggest to make it any better. The surroundings are beautiful, the house is stunning…”
We all had THE most amazing time at Embo House! The house is beautifully presented, and you have thought of every single detail! I don’t think there’s anything I could suggest to make it any better. The surroundings are beautiful, the house is stunning, Victoria was welcoming, helpful and friendly. I just can’t enthuse about it enough.
Many thanks for an amazing stay!
“…Victoria was an absolute treasure. The food she cooked for us was restaurant quality, she was so good with the kids (letting them join in and help prep the food for the adults)…”
The house was absolutely sensational, the weather was perfect; the beach was stunning! Most of all Victoria was an absolute treasure. The food she cooked for us was restaurant quality, she was so good with the kids (letting them join in and help prep the food for the adults) she also provided us another meal last minute which was also gorgeous. She was super friendly and accommodating and really took great care of us.
We all were gutted to have to leave and would love to be able to return again.Thanks for allowing us to share in your little hideaway haven in the Highlands
“… The standard of fittings and finishes was first class and we all particularly enjoyed our pre dinner drinks in the library…snooker table, table tennis table, books, games etc all made for a super holiday for the children …”
We had a marvellous family holiday at Embo House and will certainly return. The standard of fittings and finishes was first class and we all particularly enjoyed our pre dinner drinks in the library. The extras in the form of snooker table ,table tennis table ,books, games etc all made for a super holiday for the children and the standard of kitchenware, crockery etc was of the highest. The house is superbly situated in peaceful grounds but only 10 minutes walk to a quiet beach and 5 minutes by car from the charming town of Dornoch . Both the owner (Ginny) and the housekeeper(Victoria) were a delight to deal with from start to finish and I would have no hesitation in recommending Embo House to friends.
“… all of these little things make such a difference when you have a real mix of ages, ours went from 13 -76 years – the house was also so very well equipped compared to others we stayed in.”
We all had the most wonderful time in your beautiful house. Things that stood out for us after staying in a few nice properties were the extras you supplied, tea & coffee, the beautiful jam, cake and bread and washing powder etc, sky TV and 3 TV’s. All of these little things make such a difference when you have a real mix of ages, ours went from 13 -76 years The house was also so very well equipped compared to others we stayed in. We cooked most days and it was lovely to have dishes that served all of us. Probably just little things but they do make a stay easier. For a very large property, it was extremely homely and relaxing.
Your communication throughout our booking time was amazing, I always felt I could ask anything, and Victoria, again nothing was ever too much trouble, she is a real asset.
We hope to be back at some point.
“…well appointed, and provides a selection of rooms for socialising or for finding somewhere quiet to read the morning papers or a book from the library, and to bask in the warm sunlight streaming through the windows.”
We enjoyed a lovely stay with a group of friends at Embo House in October 2019. The house is home from home, well appointed, and provides a selection of rooms for socialising or for finding somewhere quiet to read the morning papers or a book from the library, and to bask in the warm sunlight streaming through the windows. Our king size bedroom was very comfortable and beautifully decorated, with a large en-suite and walk in shower. We were impressed with all of the guest bedrooms, all which have stunning views of the coastline in the distance. We were very pleased with the standard of cleanliness throughout the property, including a well appointed kitchen, and a large utility and separate boot room for all our coats, boots, walking shoes, golf clubs! The gardens are also very well kept, and were inviting to explore during the warm Autumn sunshine! We fell in love with Embo House, it’s location, and surrounding area which offers something for all! We look forward to visiting again!
“We held our wedding here, it was the perfect setting and we were able to take advantage of the stunning grounds for our photographs. Ginny is so helpful and accommodating and gave us an abundance of information about local amenities…”
Embo House is a truly fabulous place to stay, we cannot recommend it highly enough. We held our wedding here, it was the perfect setting and we were able to take advantage of the stunning grounds for our photographs. Ginny is so helpful and accommodating and gave us an abundance of information about local amenities and things to do. Embo House is opulent and beautifully decorated with amazing attention to detail whilst at the same time feeling homely and cosy. Everyone loved their bathrooms with the different coloured claw foot baths. It is the perfect venue for a multi generational family holiday or celebration as there is so much space and different living areas to suit everyone. The sea views are amazing, the grounds and gardens are beautiful and it is only a short walk to the beach. Dornoch beach which is only a few minutes away is spectacular. We would definitely return to Embo House and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it
“….The views from all the rooms were fabulous…certainly hope to return as there is still so much to do in the area.”
I can only confirm all the previous positive reviews of this wonderful house. Our group of walkers, cyclists and one fisherman thoroughly loved coming back every day to this cozy, welcoming house which has been decorated to a high standard. Each room had its own charm and the large dining room was great for our evening meal. The views from all the rooms were fabulous, even the one room facing the back of the house. Certainly hope to return as there is still so much to do in the area.
“An utterly magical place to stay with attention to detail that far exceeds any other place we have stayed in.”
Embo House garden was the chosen location for our sons wedding ceremony to his Mexican fiancé. The guests from far and wide then settled into the house for a weeks holiday thereafter.
What a week in this wonderful house and none of us wanted to leave.
Embo House is truly special and has left many memories with us that we will never forget.
“… loved the well equipped Kitchen and my Father got to sample a few new whiskies. He also shed a tear when we surprised him with Willie the Piper ..”
The whole family loved perusing books in the library, jigsaws, computer games, pool etc. The cooks among us (all of us actually) loved the well equipped Kitchen and my Father got to sample a few new whiskies. He also shed a tear when we surprised him with Willie the Piper on our last night, who was fantastic.
“… loved the attention to detail … wonderful welcome (fires burning and welcome basket)…”
Embo House is a stunning example of Architecture which has been sensitively refurbished to modern standards.
We loved the attention to detail, extremely well stocked kitchen (even had required spurtle), wonderful welcome (fires burning and welcome basket), great book collection (even had a copy of Lanark!) incredibly comfortable beds, relaxing atmosphere and ideal location.
Visiting with family and dogs the house more than comfortably accommodated us all with ease. We would certainly highly recommend to all friends and family.
I’m sure we will be back!
“…The library room is so peaceful. We had everything we needed – just like home….”
We spent such a great time in Embo. The house is just perfect! Very clean and comfortable. The library room is so peaceful. We had everything we needed – just like home. It was perfect for the kids, they had the second floor just for themselves!! And the location is perfect, with the sea close by and the pretty Burgh of Dornoch. Ginny is always available for advice and information. We hope to go back there again.
“I can only confirm all the previous positive reviews of this wonderful house…”
I can only confirm all the previous positive reviews of this wonderful house. Our group of walkers, cyclists and one fisherman thoroughly loved coming back every day to this cozy, welcoming house which has been decorated to a high standard. Each room had its own charm and the large dining room was great for our evening meal. The views from all the rooms were fabulous, even the one room facing the back of the house. Certainly hope to return as there is still so much to do in the area.
“..Embo House also arranged a catered dinner and catered breakfasts for us, which we highly recommend.”
A group of us stayed over the weekend and had a wonderful and relaxing stay. The house is absolutely lovely with magnificent rooms, cozy sitting rooms and a a terrific garden; all caringly maintained. Embo House also arranged a catered dinner and catered breakfasts for us, which we highly recommend.
“.. fabulous views to the sea…completely blew us away!”
Just returned from a wonderful stay at Embo House and we just feel so relaxed and rejuvenated. The interiors are luxurious , spacious and elegantly decorated. The fabulous views to the sea and out over the flower and fruit filled gardens completely blew us away! Walking on the beach, seal spotting , golfing , reading in the beautiful cedar library .. it really is a house for all seasons. We will return..
“..amazing property and a very special place to stay..”
This is an amazing property and a very special place to stay. Everything is top quality including the views and the sea air. There is plenty to do and see in the surrounding area but just being in and around the house is enough. Highly recommend, we will be back!
“..most amazing landscape with glorious views all around..”
Embo House is a truly impressive property set in the most amazing landscape with glorious views all around. It has been furnished to the highest standards with everything you need for a perfect stay with a large group of friends or family. The owners have got the perfect balance between grandeur and cosiness. We loved the views over the Firth, exploring the grounds, seaside walks and of course, the golf. With so many wonderful links courses in the area it is heaven for golfers and I can’t wait to go back and improve my scores.
“..magical time in this marvellous house..”
We had a magical time in this marvellous house. The accommodation has been so well thought out and is luxuriously comfortable with fabulous decor and facilities. The beautiful garden leads into the peaceful landscape and spectacular shoreline, and there is so much to see and do in this area. We were a group of painting enthusiasts and did not find ourselves short of inspiration! We are much looking forward to a repeat visit and recommend Embo as one of the best houses we have ever stayed in.
“..beautiful grounds and in a stunning location..”
Embo House is impressively grand and stylish with beautiful grounds and in a stunning location. Lots to do for those that want to, both in the house and around but also great for a chill and relax. We highly recommend a stay for a little or long break and will be returning soon.