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 £680 per week inclusive of electricity, WiFi, bedlinen and towels. 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. £720-£820 per week. STL licence number: HI-00184-F. Tel: 0131 661 2304.
E-mail: mail@elig-a-bhrodan.co.uk
WWW: www.elig-a-bhrodan.co.uk

An Tigh Earna, 54 Scourie, Scourie, IV27 4TE. 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 £400-£600 per week. WiFi included. Contact William Nicoll. Tel: 01382 580358.
E-mail: william.nicoll@scourie-selfcatering.co.uk
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 Choille has a garden which overlooks the harbour. Seating is provided. Pets welcome. Open all year. 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

Blar Na Leisg Self Catering Retreat, Drumbeg, IV27 4NW. On the NC 500, but hidden away in a world of its own on the edge of the friendly crofting community of Drumbeg, Blar Na Leisg Lodges offer unique self catering accommodation in Assynt, Sutherland. They stand in 5 acres of their own secluded, tranquil and naturally wooded private grounds above Eddrachillis Bay. Both lodges are open plan and have mezzanine sleeping areas with superking beds. The mezzanines overlook the living spaces through to large fully glazed gable end windows. The kitchens are fully equipped, there are high powered showers in the wet rooms and additional sofa beds in the open plan lounges. The lodges have underfloor heating, WiFi and Sky Freeview TV. Lodge 1 looks, out onto the loch, whilst Lodge 2 is set back a little. Open all year. Mimimum booking is 3 nights. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below or Contact Anne Strachan on Mobile: +44 (0)7483 231 467 (including Whatsapp).
E-mail: anne@blarnaleisg.net
WWW: www.blarnaleisg.net

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? STL licence number: HI-00465-F. Tel: 07702 048967.
E-mail: info@butnben.net WWW: www.butnben.net

Cathair Dhubh Estate Cottages, Lochinver, IV27 4JD. Enjoying superb panoramic views and easy access to Scotland's most secluded white sandy beaches, Cathair Dhubh Estate Cottages are set in 80 acres on the spectacular coastline of north west Scotland. Comprising four 2 bedroom cottages - Fern, Orchid, Myrtle and Thistle - and one 3 bedroom cottage, Heather, all come highly appointed with all modern appliances, cosy central heating, Freeview TV and WiFi. The 2 bed cottages have both double and twin rooms, an open plan kitchen, dining and living area plus a family bathroom with a shower over the bath. Heather Cottage is ideal for bigger groups. It has 2 twin upper floor bedrooms and a downstairs double. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and the kitchen, dining and living area is open plan. There is bench seating outside all of the cottages and Fern and Orchid cottage also have a decked area. There is also ample car parking space. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Open February to October. STL license number: HI-00010-F. Rates from £690 per week. Short breaks may be available from £125 per night. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below, send an email or Tel: 07815 056092.
E-mail: cathairdhubh@outlook.com
WWW: www.cathairdhubh.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: Cottages & Castles Web Site

Farthingworth, Near Dornoch. This substantial house is tucked away down a quiet lane deep in the Sutherland countryside, 4 miles from Dornoch. Originally a traditional, crofting cottage Farthingworth has been imaginatively extended and comprises a stunning, spacious open plan living area with glass doors opening out onto a patio which has atmospheric, feature lighting. There is a well equipped kitchen with a range cooker, a separate snug with wood burning stove and the house has the added luxury of oil-fired underfloor heating. Upstairs there is a delightful master bedroom in the glass gable end, plus attractive double and twin bedrooms and a family bathroom with a bath and separate shower. Downstairs there is a second shower room and a further single bedroom which can be made available for a small additional charge. Farthingworth sits in its own private garden overlooking farmland to Loch Fleet and has ample parking. Rates from £ 995-£1595 per week. All bed linen, towels, WiFi, electricity, oil for the heating and wood for the stove are included in the cost of the let. Up to two well behave dogs welcome. Sorry no smoking. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: Farthingworth Web Page

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 £680-£1215 per week. A maximum 3 dogs are welcome to the ground floor only. STL licence number: HI-00099-F.
E-mail: info@sinclairsbaycottage.com
WWW: sinclairsbaycottage.com

Holidays in Lochinver, Hillhead Caravans, Achmelvich, 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 6 berth caravans are ideal for an affordable family holiday, with the sands and safe sea right on your doorstep. Rates from £485 to £630 per week. Sorry but we cannot accept dogs. 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 all year for full week bookings. Short breaks may be available in low season. 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: achmelvich-holidays.co.uk

Kirkaig Chalets, Inverkirkaig, Lochinver, IV27 4LR. Kirkaig Chalets consist of 2 'A' frame chalets set in the middle of the village of Inverkirkaig, near Lochinver. They offer stunning views over Kirkaig Bay. The chalets are identical in terms of style and layout, each having a kitchen with adjoining living room, two bedrooms - one double and one twin - and a bathroom. Each chalet also has a terrace, a picnic bench and private parking. The chalets are thoughtfully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Both chalets are pet friendly and benefit from recently upgraded broadband. Kirkaig Chalets offer the ideal base for exploring everything that Assynt has to offer, including the potential to climb the iconic Suilven straight from your front door! The chalets are open all year. Rates start from £500 per week. Bed linen and towels are included. STL licence number: HI-00403-F. For more information please contact Andrew on Tel: 07739 904810.
E-mail: Andrew.brown@acuitynet.co.uk
WWW: www.kirkaig-chalets.co.uk

The Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage, Noss Head, Wick, KW1 4QT. AA 4 Gold Star Self Catering. Have you always wanted to stay at a Lighthouse? Just off the NC500 route, Noss Head Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage is a hidden gem, ideal for stopovers as well as longer, more leisurely breaks. If you want to relax and reset, the cottage is the perfect place to reconnect. Sleeping up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms, the well appointed accommodation comprises a well equipped kitchen, a separate family dining room, a comfortable living room. one superking bedroom, one twin room and a room with adult size bunk beds, plus a family bathroom with an extra large shower. The cottage is a light and cosy home from home, furnished with accessibility and neurodiversity in mind. Rates from £250 for two people for two nights in off season. Weekly and other short break rates available all year. For further information, contact: Joy on Mobile: 07733 443037.
E-mail: via our online form or chat option
WWW: www.lighthousekeeperscottage.co.uk

Meall Dubh Holiday Cottage, 224 Raffin, Stoer, Lochinver, IV27 4JH. Located 300m from the sea, Meall Dubh has stunning panoramic views of the coastal and mountain scenery of Assynt and is an ideal location for walking and enjoying the local beaches and wildife. Ideal for up to 4 guests, Meall Dubh is a traditional stone built croft cottage, which has been renovated to modern standards. Its name translates from Scottish gaelic to 'Black Hill', a direct reference to the hill of the same name just opposite. In between the cottage and the hill is Alltan na Fithriach, a pretty burn leading to Raffin Beach. This well appointed property comprises a kitchen/dining room with a wood burning stove and all modern appliances, a lounge with a second wood burning stove, TV, DVD and WiFi, two bedrooms, one a double, the other a twin, plus two bathrooms, one downstairs with a shower and one upstairs with a bath. Good quality, all-cotton bed linen and towels are provided. Additional heating is by storage and convection heaters, ensuring Meall Dubh is cosy even in the coldest months. There is parking adjacent to the property. Sorry no smoking and no pets. Open all year. Rates from £700 per week. Short breaks (minimum 3 nights) may be available. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below, send an email or Tel: 07866 533787.
E-mail: 224raffin@gmail.com
WWW: www.mealldubh.net

Mountview Self Catering, 70 Badidarrach, Lochinver, IV27 4LP. 4 & 5 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. 5 Star Muir-làn and 4 Star Saorsa are two self catering log cabin lodges sleeping 2 guests. Both have a spacious kitchen area, a comfortable living area with luxurious furnishings and 50" smart TV, a king size bedroom, a large bathroom (Muir-làn has a roll top bath and walk in shower, Saorsa has a walk in shower) a balcony at the waters edge and private parking. Saorsa is wheelchair friendly. Both properties are sited to make the most of the amazing views and boast outdoor hot tubs. Open all year. Rates from £950 per week, including all fuel, linen and towels. Short breaks available during the winter months, including single night stays. Tel: 01571 844648. Mobile: 07775 273558 or 07506 401526.
E-mail: stay@mountview-lochinver.co.uk
WWW: www.mountview-lochinver.co.uk

North Bank House, Main Street, Lybster, KW3 6AQ. Built in 1883, North Bank House was an historic former bank, then Free Church Manse in the heart of Lybster. Now beautifully renovated by the current owner, this spacious property sleeps up to 9 guests. Ideal for groups, families and small events, the well appointed accommodation comprises, on the ground floor, a spacious living/TV room, a large games room with full size snooker table and gym equipment, and a separate shower room. On the first floor is the kitchen and dining room, a reading room, four bedrooms, including one with a four poster bed and free standing bath, and a second, large, shower room. The public rooms can easily be adapted to provide excellent function spaces for small gaterings, with the games room having its own separate entrance/exit. North Bank House sits in its own secure garden and has private parking to the rear. There are local shops and restaurants within a short walk of the house. Lybster is on the North Coast 500, just a short drive from Wick, Thurso and John O'Groats and provides an excellent base from which to explore the north and east coastline of Caithness and Sutherland. Open all year. Rates from £235 per night with a minimum 3 night stay. Contact Donald on Tel: 07851 386317.
E-mail: northbankhouse@aol.com
WWW: www.northbankhouse.co.uk

Old School Byre, Stoer Peninsula, Lochinver. Located on the Stoer Peninsula with spectacular views of the Quinag and the Assynt coastline, Old School Byre has been tastefully renovated to provide a cosy, modern retreat for up to three guests. The well appointed accommodation comprises an open plan living area with a kitchenette, dining area and sitting room with wood burning stove, a bedroom with king size bed and a bathroom with a large walk in shower. There is an additional single chair sofa bed in the sitting room. A separate work area includes a height-adjustable desk and external display for laptops which can also be used for streaming as there is no TV in the property. Outside is an enclosed garden with a picnic bench and barbeque pit. Old School Byre also has off road parking. Open all year. Rates from £1050 per week including all bed linen and towels, firewood, kindling and fire lighters for the stove, toiletries and complementary WiFi. Up to two well behaved pets are welcome for a small additional charge. STL Licence No: HI-50579-F. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below or Tel: Wilderness Cottages on 01463 719219.
E-mail: enquiries@wildernesscottages.co.uk
WWW: www.wildernesscottages.co.uk

Polin Croft, 161B Drumnaguie, Rhiconich, Kinlochbervie, IV27 4RT. Overlooking the beautiful white sands of Polin beach, Polin Croft sits close to the shoreline in a stunning location 3 miles from Kinlochbervie. The perfect hideaway just for two, the cosy accommodation comprises a fully fitted dining/kitchen, a separate lounge with wood burning stove, a double bedroom and a bathroom with shower. Polin Croft sits in its own secure garden and has on site parking. There are fine walks along the rugged coastline to Oldshoremore, Sheigra and to the famous beach at Sandwood Bay. Polin beach is just a 5 minute walk away down a grassy path. Open all year. Rates from £380- £580 per week, including all bed linen, towels, WiFi and electricity for both power and heating. One dog is welcome. Please note this is a no smoking house. For further information, contact Dearg and Marion Stobie.
E-mail: polinbeach@gmail.com
WWW: www.polinbeach.com

Seafield Cottage, Culkein, IV27 4JG. With stunning views of the sea and mountains, and the beautiful white sandy beach at Culkein Bay, Seafield is a beautifully restored, traditional Highland Croft House dating from the 1880s. Offering comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms, Seafield simply oozes character with its flagstone floors, exposed stonework and beamed ceilings. There is a well equipped kitch/dining room, a separate living room with wood burning stove, a conservatory, one king bedroom, one queensize room and a twin, plus two bathrooms. The house sits in its own private garden just 50m from the sea. Assynt is a fabulous location for those who enjoy the great outdoors and a quieter pace of life. This beautifully scenic area offers endless walking, botanising, bird-watching, fly-fishing, sea-angling and kayaking opportunities. Open all year. Weekly rates from £486. Bookings are Sunday to Sunday. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below or use the email link.
E-mail: x.lambin@gmail.com
WWW: seafield-culkein.lodgify.com

Seaview Cottage, Noss Head, KW1 4QT. Sitting within twoacres 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 Smart TV and separate DVD player, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a family bathroom with a bath and separate shower. There is unlimited Wi-Fi and a telephone should you lose your mobile signal. Open all year. Rates from £395-£695 per week. All solid fuel is supplied. Well behaved dogs are welcome, up to a maximum of two. STL licence number: HI-00098-F.
E-mail: info@nossheadcottage.com
WWW: www.nossheadcottage.com

Secret Glamping, Wick. With a location just off the NC500 and only 5 miles from the bustling town of Wick, Secret Glamping offers you your own plot of farm land in crofting countryside, with all the comforts you need and magnificent views. A number of Secret Glamping options are available, all of them just for 2. The Secret Bell Tent is a 5m tent with a double bed, cooking stove, table and chairs, and a settee. Carpeted for comfort. Outside is a fire pit, bench seating, table and chairs. Toilet/shower available. The Secret Location offers complete privacy. It is set in its own field and is positioned to make the best of the magnificent summer sunsets. In addition, we have Glamping Stone Cottage, which allows guests to enjoy a visit to the past whilst enjoying the comforts of today. The cottage comprises a spacious kitchen/sitting/dining area with cooking stove and sink, plus a large bedroom with a cast iron bed and open fire. Guests can enjoy crofting activities during their stay if they wish and are welcome to join in with the day to day running of the croft. Open June to early September. Tel: +44 (0)7375 201260.
E-mail: stay@glampingbelltent.scot
WWW: www.glampingbelltent.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 for up to 6 guests, has been completely and tastefully refurbished and re-equipped with a blend of traditional and contemporary styling. It includes a fully fitted kitchen with a free standing range cooker, dishwasher and washing machine, a separate dining area with large dining table 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 (including 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 a travel cot or a blow up bed 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 £600 - £1185 per week. Short breaks of minimum 3 nights, are available by special request, from November through March (excepting Christmas, New Year and public holidays). Sorry no smoking or pets. STL licence number: HI-00086-F. Contact Caroline on Tel: 07715 475717.
E-mail: caroline@metcalfeadvisory.com
WWW: tighnuilt.wordpress.com