Undiscovered Scotland

32 Strathan, Lochinver - Strathcraig. Set in the wild splendour of Assynt, Strathcraig is a traditional stone built crofter's cottage, sufficiently off the beaten track, yet only two miles from Lochinver village. The property retains great charm and character, having been sensitively modernised to provide a comfortable home away from home. There are three upper floor bedrooms with accommodation for five, plus lounge, separate dining room, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor. You'll find Strathcraig well equipped for your convenience. The views from here are breathtaking extending across the Minch towards the Outer Hebrides. Watch the world go by from your window, enjoy the views from the privacy of the enclosed garden, or take in the wealth of activities and attractions this magnificent area has to offer, from fishing to walking, or scenic drives along the dramatic coastline. Open all year. Rates from £395-£665 per week inclusive of electricity charges and bedlinen. Please note, this is a no smoking house and we are sorry, but we cannot accept pets. Contact: Mr and Mrs D Macleod. Tel: 01436 674538.
E-mail: drew@dhunan.co.uk
WWW: www.strathcraig.co.uk

36 Strathan, Lochinver. Set in stunning isolation amidst the starkly beautiful Sutherland scenery, Elig-a-Bhrodan lies two and a half miles from the village of Lochinver, which is well served for shops and amenities. The upgraded crofthouse is both comfortable, spacious and fully equipped throughout. The sleeping accommodation comprises three double bedrooms (2 with king size beds and one with a double and single bed thus sleeping up to 7). The family bathroom has a bath and shower. The new upstairs shower room comprises a very large walk in shower, toilet and wash-hand basin. Downstairs the large dining kitchen has all modern conveniences - including a washing machine/tumble dryer, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The lounge is also well equipped with Satellite TV, DVD player and radio. Bed linens are provided. Elig-a-Bhrodan is ideally situated to enjoy the spectacular scenery, with the famous Assynt mountains, white sandy beaches, fishing and walking all nearby. Open April to October. £430-£490 per week. Tel: 0131 661 2304.
E-mail: mail@elig-a-bhrodan.co.uk
WWW: www.elig-a-bhrodan.co.uk

Achard Holiday Lets, Clashmore, Lochinver. Set in an elevated location on the Stoer Peninsula, with great views all around, Achard is a 1980s bungalow offering spacious accommodation for up to 6 guests. This well appointed property comprises a large kitchen-cum-dining room with spectacular views to the west, a separate lounge with panoramic views, an open fire and Freeview TV, one double en-suite bedroom, a second double bedroom and a twin, plus a family bathroom. Achard is set in its own garden and there is ample parking. You'll find plenty to see and do here, though this is also a great place to get away from it all. The pretty village of Lochinver, with local services including shops, restaurants and a petrol station, is just 10 miles from here, there are beaches to explore and local walks both easy and more challenging. Open all year. From £295-£495 per week inclusive of bed linen, towels, electricity (including heating) and WiFi. Sorry but we cannot accept pets. Contact Mrs Aileen Hall. Tel: 01571 855 360.
E-mail: aileen@achardholidaylets.co.uk
WWW: www.achardholidaylets.co.uk

An Tigh Earna, 54 Scourie, Scourie, IV27 4TE. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Located in the crofting village of Scourie on the west coast of Scotland, An Tigh Earna is a well appointed, modern 3 bedroom house, sleeping up to 6 guests. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the house comprises, on the ground floor, a fully fitted kitchen, a utility room, a large living room with open fire, a separate dining room, one bedroom with kingsize double bed and a bathroom with shower over. On the upper floor are two further bedrooms - a twin and an kingsize double with en-suite shower room. An Tigh Earna provides an excellent base for exploring the beautiful Highland region and is close to all village amenities. Scourie is an ideal base for bird watching, with Handa Island close by, and for hill walking and fishing. There is a very safe beach and a harbour in the village where boats may be launched. Open all year. Rates from £300-£525 per week. WiFi included. Contact William Nicoll. Tel: 01382 580358.
E-mail: william.nicoll@virgin.net
WWW: www.scourie-selfcatering.co.uk

Ard Choille, Inver Park, Lochinver. Ard Choille is situated in the picturesque fishing village of Lochinver and is within walking distance of shops, pubs and restaurants. You'll find plenty to see and do here, from challenging walks in the Assynt mountains to a gentle stroll on the most amazing beaches, including Achmelvich, which was voted 'Best Beach in Scotland' by viewers of BBC Scotland's Landward programme. The scenery is so magnificent, you might just want to sit back and enjoy the view! Open all year round and heated throughout, this semi-detached property comprises a well-fitted kitchen/diner, a comfortable sitting room and a shower room. Upstairs there are two bedrooms, one with a double bed and views over the harbour, the other with a double bed and bunk beds and a view over the village to Suilven. A cot and hairdryer are available if required. Ard Choillle has a garden which overlooks the harbour. Seating is provided. Pets welcome. Rates from £350-£495 per week, including electricity, free WiFi, linen and towels. Short breaks are available in the winter months. Tel: Roy on 01383 825362. Mobile: 07762 177486.
E-mail: SamFrisco@aol.com
WWW: www.ard-choille.co.uk

Arkle Cottage, Builnatobrach, Main Street, Lairg, IV27 4DB. STB 3 Star Self Catering. Set in a quiet location overlooking Lairg and Loch Shinn on the edge of Gunn’s plantation, Arkle Cottage offers comfortable accommodation for up to 4 guests. The property comes well equipped, has an open plan kitchen/diner/lounge with open fire, two bedrooms - one a double, the other a twin - and a bathroom with electric shower. There is an enclosed garden to the rear of the cottage. From such a central location in the northern Highlands, Arkle Cottage is the ideal base from which to explore this beautiful part of Scotland. And, being on the edge of Lairg, shops and restaurants are just a short walk from the door. Open all year. Rates from £245-£395 per week including electricity and an initial supply of coal. Bed linen is provided. Please note: Arkle Cottage is non smoking throughout. Pets by prior arrangement. Contact Rosemary Geary. Tel: 01580 892750 or 07885 657391.
E-mail: enquiries@arklecottage.co.uk
WWW: www.arklecottage.co.uk

Badenscallie Chalet, Achiltibuie. This comfortable well-equipped chalet has spectacular views over Lochbroom, the Summer Isles and the Wester Ross mountains. With its large picture windows and decked terrace it is a perfect spot to relax, unwind and watch the ever changing light, dramatic sunsets and wildlife. If you are looking for something more strenuous, there is always hill walking, climbing, kayaking or just exploring the coastline, sandy beaches and rockpools. The Chalet sleeps 4 and there is electric heating, WiFi, dishwasher, washing/dryer, microwave, fridge and small freezer. There are also a TV and DVD/CD player. Linen and towels are included. We try to provide all you need for a carefree holiday. Open all year. Rates from £525-£695 per week. Short lets may be available Spring and Autumn. Contact Una Macgregor Tel: 07814 348553.
E-mail: unamacgregor@hotmail.co.uk
WWW: www.achiltibuieselfcatering.co.uk

But 'n ben - Unst Chalet, Inverkirkaig, Lochinver, IV27 4LR. Open all year round, But 'n ben chalet is highly appointed, heated throughout, and offers comfortable accommodation whatever the weather. The property comprises a well fitted kitchen, a sitting room with superb views out across the bay, two bedrooms and a bathroom with both bath and shower. Ample storage space is provided in the hall for outdoor clothing and equipment. Outside the chalet there is a picnic bench set on a vantage point where you can dine alfresco at any time of day. Taking breakfast on a fine morning, to the accompaniment of the sights and sounds of the bay, is a fine way to start the day. Leave behind the cares and worries of everyday life, watch the otters fishing their way down the river and into the bay, or view the sea birds and waders as they chase the tides. Later, why not meander through the Culag Woods to the village of Lochinver and maybe drop in to the Culag Hotel on the way? Tel: 01673 857516.
E-mail: info@butnben.net WWW: www.butnben.net

Caisteal Liath Chalets, 74, Baddidarrach, Lochinver, IV27 4LP. Our quality accommodation is set in well kept grounds on the northern side of Lochinver Bay with magnificent sea-loch and mountain views and comprises: a 1 bedroom chalet with a kingsize double bedroom and a bathroom with en-suite corner whirlpool bath, a 2 bedroom chalet with an open plan living/dining/kitchen area, one double bedroom, one twin room and a newly fitted shower room, and a 2 bedroom cottage with fully fitted kitchen and separate lounge, bathroom with jacuzzi bath, downstairs shower room and two double bedded bedrooms. Each property has stunning views and is equipped with colour TV with SKY freesat, dvd player and free Wi-Fi access for Wi-Fi enabled laptops. Come and enjoy breathtaking scenery, go fishing, bird watching, walking or climbing, or simply laze on golden sands. Open all year. From £355-£605 per week inclusive of bed linen and all fuel costs. Tel: 01571 844566.
E-mail: enquiries@scottishhighlandholidays.co.uk
WWW: www.scottishhighlandholidays.co.uk

Cottages & Castles Ltd. Cottages & Castles have a wonderful selection of cottages, large houses and castles of the highest quality ready for any self catering holiday. We have properties sleeping from 2-31 guests. Caithness is big-sky country at its best, its flat, rolling landscape presenting wonderful vistas in every direction. Sutherland has some of the most spectacular and breath-taking sites, like the beaches at Durness, Dornoch and Scourie as well as perhaps Britain's most beautiful beach at Sandwood Bay. With around 60 properties throughout Caithness and Sutherland we will have the perfect accommodation for your self catering break.
E-mail: holidays@cottages-and-castles.co.uk
WWW Caithness Properties: Caithness Self Catering
WWW Sutherland Properties: Sutherland Self Catering

Creigard Holidays, Badnaban, Lochinver, IV27 4LR. Set against a backdrop of gentle, heather-clad hills with expansive views of mountains and the waters of Lochinver Bay and the Minch, Creigard Cottage and Bungalow are just a 5 minute stroll from the seashore. The Cottage sits in a secluded part of the garden, offers cosy accommodation just for 2, and comprises a fully fitted kitchen/dining room, a separate lounge with large picture windows, comfortable seating, TV and DVD player and one double bedroom, which can also be arranged as a twin, with en-suite shower room. The Bungalow sleeps 4 in two tastefully furnished bedrooms - one a double, the other a twin. It has an open plan kitchen/dining room and lounge and a family bathroom with both bath and shower. An entrance porch offers ample space for coats and walking boots. Outdoor tables and chairs are provided at both properties. Open all year. Rates from £315-£535 per week. Sorry no smoking and no pets. Contact Neil or Tina Lloyd-Jenkins. Tel: 01571 844448.
E-mail: neil@creigardholidays.co.uk
WWW: www.creigardholidays.co.uk

Gael Holiday Homes, Self Catering Scotland. Offering a variety of quality assured self catering cottages, holiday homes, log cabins and apartments across the Scottish Highlands, Gael Holiday Homes has over 70 properties in a choice of locations, suitable for all party sizes. From Wildhaven Cottage, a large one bedroomed cottage on a smallholding with free range poultry and livestock; luxurious Braevellie Apartment, ideal for 4 and in a stunning Victorian Villa conversion in the prime residential area of Crown, Inverness; Larchfield a 3 bedroom, spacious self catering modern house, in a peaceful and relaxing picturesque setting close to Daviot; Kerrisdale, sleeping 6, and only a 5 minute walk from a spectacular beach and one of the best golf courses in the world; all the way to Eaglestone, a luxurious holiday villa sleeping 8, with many features such as indoor swimming pool and outdoor tennis court in a country setting. Tel: 0844 310 00 77.
E-mail: enquiries@gaelholidayhomes.co.uk
WWW: www.gaelholidayhomes.co.uk

Glencorse, Drumbeg. Set on raised ground overlooking Loch Drumbeg and the hills beyond, Glencorse sits proudly in the centre of the tiny Sutherland village of Drumbeg. This 200 year-old former village school has been completely refurbished to provide luxury self-catering accommodation with an Aga and an open fire. This beautifully appointed house sleeps 8 to 9 and comprises a large, open plan kitchen/living area with a flagstone floor and oak dining table for 10, a snug with open fire, music and books, a separate TV room with home cinema system and stunning loch views, one ground floor double room, a family bathroom which can also be en-suite to the double bedroom and a separate shower room with steam shower cabinet. Upstairs there are 3 further bedrooms, including one twin and two doubles each with an additional single bed, plus a wc with wash hand basin. Outside there is ample parking and an enclosed garden overlooking Loch Drumbeg with benches on decking with a built-in BBQ. The village has a store which can supply most basic needs and a hotel with a bar and restaurant. Open all year. Rates from £795 -£1250 per week. Oil, electricity and linens are included as is free WiFi. Dogs welcome. A per dog charge applies - please see website for details. Contact Clare Hammond. Tel: 07818 177005.
E-mail: glencorse.enquiries@gmail.com
WWW: www.glencorse.co.uk

Glendarroch House, Lochinver. STB 4 Star Self Catering. A comfortable and well equipped property with a superb view, Glendarroch House is a traditional Highland home set in 15 acres of grounds. Built 170 years ago and in the same family ownership ever since, this charming house has been fully modernised to the highest standards to provide accommodation for up to 6 guests. Glendarroch features a well-sized fully fitted kitchen with all modern conveniences, a comfortable living room with leather reclining suite and satellite TV, a downstairs bathroom with corner bath and shower, a second shower room upstairs, two king size double bedrooms, one twin room and one cosy child's bedroom. Glendarroch House nestles in a secluded glen close to the popular village of Lochinver - remote but convenient. Open all year. Rates from £495 per week. Off season and late availability short breaks may be available. Contact: Colin Mackenzie. Tel: 01431 821 207. Mobile: 07771 604 307.
E-mail: stay@glendarroch.net
WWW: www.glendarroch.net

The Herons, Sinclair's Bay, KW1 4XG. Benefitting from panoramic views across Sinclair's Bay towards Noss Head Lighthouse, The Herons sits in two acres on the shore at the Keiss end of the Sinclair's Bay, with part of the garden enclosed by fence and wall. With direct access to the rocky beach, a short stroll will take you to the 3-mile-long sandy beach between Keiss and Reiss, with Castles to explore at either end of the bay. Approximately 17 miles from Dunnet Head, the most northerly point of Scotland, the house is a perfect base for exploring Caithness and venturing further afield to Orkney and the west coast. The spacious accommodation sleeps up to 7 guests in three bedrooms, including a kingsize master room with dressing room and en-suite shower room, a family room and a twin. On the ground floor is a living room with solid fuel stove, a kitchen/dining room, a games room with 10ft American pool table, a utility room and toilet. Open all year. Rates from £500-£1100 per week. A maximum 3 dogs are welcome to the ground floor only.
E-mail: info@sinclairsbaycottage.com
WWW: www.sinclairsbaycottage.com

Inchnadamph Lodge Self Catering, Elphin, Lochinver, IV27 4HL. Situated on the North Coast 500 touring route, Inchnadamph makes an excellent base from which to explore this wonderful area. Surrounded by the spectacular scenery of Assynt, there are mountains, wildlife, fishing and geology literally on the doorstep and spectacular beaches, cliffs and coastline just a half hour drive away. We have two cottages - River Cottage and Walled Cottage - each sleeping up to 5/6 guest in three bedrooms – 1 twin, 1 single and one family room with a double and a single bed. They also have a large lounge with a sofa bed and real fire, a kitchen and dining area. The cottages are located 100 and 200 yards behind Inchnadamph Lodge and cottage guests are welcome to use the facilities of the Lodge while in residence. There is also a Shepherd's Hut, which can be booked separately. This is 50 yards from the Lodge and has its own facilities close by. The Lodge has a small shop with a stock of essentials including sweets, snacks, frozen food, soft drinks, toiletries and books & maps. There is a bar in the adjacent hotel, but this does not serve meals to cottage or Lodge residents. Open all year. Cottages are offered at £560 per week. Please enquire for the nightly cost of the hut. For further information visit our website or Tel: 01571 822218. Mobile: 07487 525308.
E-mail: info@inch-lodge.co.uk
WWW: http://inchnadamph.co.uk

Lochinver Self-Catering Holidays, Hillhead, Lochinver, IV27 4JA. Hillhead self-catering residential caravans are situated just beyond the beautiful clean shell sands of Achmelvich beach, with a view of the bay and the mountains. Our modern fully equipped and serviced 28ft to 30ft caravans are ideal for an affordable family holiday, with the sands and safe sea right on your doorstep. Sorry but we cannot accept dogs. Rates from £290 to £370 per week. Also available is Hillhead Cottage, a traditional two bedroom single storey cottage, set in it's own grounds just outside the picturesque village of Lochinver. This well-equipped property sleeps from 4 to 6 people. We're open April to November. We've been operating Hillhead Caravans for over 50 years and we'd love to welcome you back if you've stayed with us before. New visitors, we'd be delighted to meet you too. Contact Durrant and Maysie Macleod, Tel: 01571 844206 or 01571 844454.
E-mail: info@lochinverholidays.co.uk
WWW: www.lochinverholidays.co.uk

Mountview Self Catering, 70 Badidarrach, Lochinver, IV27 4LP. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Mountview Self Catering benefits from a unique prime waterside location in Lochinver bay, with breathtaking panoramic views. Mountview is just a 10 minute walk from Lochinver village which has shops, restaurants and visitor services. The well appointed log cabins, Cottage and Pod offer a high standard of appointment and cleanliness. Muir-làn and Saorsa are two self catering log cabins sleeping 4 and 2 respectively. Both have balconies at the waters edge. Saorsa is wheelchair friendly. Mountview Cottage sleeps up to 3 guests in two bedrooms and is a tastefully renovated traditional stone built croft cottage with conservatory. Pod offers luxury glamping on Mountview's croft land, allowing guests to really get away from it all in comfort and style. Pod sleeps 2 adults in a full size double bed and has its own small bathroom/wet room, plus a small kitchen area. All properties, including Pod, are sited to make the most of the amazing views and boast outdoor hot tubs. Open all year. Rates for Cabins and Cottage from £561-£ ;825 per week including all fuel, linen and towels. Pod is £99 per night. Short breaks available during the Winter months (minimum 2 night stay) at £99 per night. Tel: 01571 844648. Mobile: 07775 273558 or 07506 401526.
E-mail: stay@mountview-lochinver.co.uk
WWW: www.mountview-lochinver.co.uk

Norsehaven Cottages, Durness. Ceannabeinne, Craigmor and Cranstackie Cottages are three highly appointed properties located either within, or close to, the village of Durness. Craigmor and Cranstackie are a pair of stone built cottages dating back to 1880. They share a garden and are conveniently located within the village, just a short walk from the beach and local shop. Both have been tastefully renovated and provide all the comforts of home whilst retaining many original features including a traditional wood burning stove. Cranstackie Cottage has 2 bedrooms and Craigmor 4. Ceannabeinne Cottage is perched on the clifftop, 3 miles along the coast road east out of Durness. Rocky hills soar up behind it and the rugged cliffs in front plunge to a superb sandy bay below. Ceannabeinne Cottage has a kitchen with an AGA, a huge sitting room and one bedroom. Open all year. Rates from £315-£650 per week. Contact: Richard Norman. Tel: 01732 882320. Mobile: 07775 505 272.
E-mail: richard.norman@norsehaven.com
WWW: www.norsehaven.com

Seaview Cottage, Noss Head, KW1 4QT. Sitting within two acres of grounds on the headland, close to Noss Head Lighthouse and Castle Sinclair Girnigoe, this former shepherd's cottage has views to Orkney and Duncansby Head. There is access to coastal walking directly from the door and an abundance of wildlife in the local area. Seaview Cottage is surrounded by a small garden laid to lawn and shrubs, partly fenced and partly walled with Caithness slab, plus a main field area which is managed for wildlife and includes two wild ponds. There is seating placed within the grounds. The cosy accommodation sleeps up to 4 guests and comprises a fully fitted kitchen-dining room with electric Rangemaster cooker, a separate living room with a cast iron solid fuel stove, a TV with Freeview and integrated DVD/CD player and a Bose iPod dock, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a family bathroom with both bath and separate shower. There is unlimited Wi-Fi and a telephone should you lose your mobile signal. Open all year. Rates from £250-£500 per week. Short breaks may be available. All solid fuel is supplied.
E-mail: info@nossheadcottage.com
WWW: www.nossheadcottage.com

Starbank Cottage, Scarfskerry, By Thurso, KW14 8XN. Midway between Thurso and John O'Groats, the village of Scarfskerry sits on the shores of the Pentland Firth and is an ideal location for a holiday in the far north of Scotland. Starbank Cottage enjoys a rural setting in the village with panoramic views of Dunnet Head, the most northerly point on the UK mainland, and across the Pentland Firth to Orkney. This traditional stone-built three-bedroom croft offers comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests in three bedrooms: two doubles and a twin. Public rooms include a well fitted kitchen, a separate dining room, a spacious lounge and a family bathroom. Outside is an ample walled and fenced lawned garden suitable for children and dogs and off-road parking for two cars. Open all year. Rates from £425-£500 per week including all electricity, central heating, WiFi, bed linen, and towels. Please note Starbank Cottage is strictly non-smoking. Contact: Mr and Mrs Dixon. Tel: 01476 561239.
E-mail: starbank@caithness-cottage.scot
WWW: www.caithness-cottage.scot

Tigh Nuilt, Inverkirkaig, Lochinver, IV27 4LR. Set 20 yards from the shore of Inverkirkaig bay, with a large south west facing sun-lounge which enjoys uninterrupted views of the beach and bay, Tigh Nuilt is only two and a half miles from Lochinver village, with its busy harbour, shops, pubs and restaurants. The well appointed accommodation has been completely and tastefully refurbished and re-equipped with a blend of traditional and contemporary styling. It includes a new fully fitted kitchen with all new appliances and a free standing range cooker, a separate dining area with seating for 8 and wall-mounted TV, a comfortable living room with two large sofas, an armchair, log burner, TV with Freeview, 5:1 HiFi system, board games and lots of books, a conservatory with cosy seating and a separate dining area from which to enjoy the views (incuding wonderful sunsets, weather permitting) and another high end HiFi system. There are 3 bedrooms - one with a superking bed and two with doubles - a family bathroom and an additional shower room (both all new). All bedrooms have plenty of space and can easily accommodate extra cots or blow up beds for children. WiFi is available throughout the house. There are extensive and exotic gardens at both front and rear with a small stream running through the front garden down to the bay and outdoor seating including tables and seating for eating al fresco. Tigh Nuilt is an ideal base for a range of activities including hill walking, loch, river and sea-fishing, cycling, wildlife and bird watching, boating and kayaking and for touring this beautiful part of Scotland. Open all year. Prices from £495-£975 per week. Short breaks, of minimum 3 nights, are available from October through April (excepting public holidays). Sorry no smoking or pets. Contact Caroline on Tel: 07715 475717.
E-mail: caroline@metcalfeadvisory.com
WWW: tighnuilt.wordpress.com