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Cosy, remote crofter's cottage overlooking Loch Torridon, Idyllic, Pet-friendly

Cosy, remote crofter's cottage overlooking Loch Torridon, Idyllic, Pet-friendly

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Achbeag
Masterbedroom
Twin bedroom
kitchen dining room
kitchen dining room

Overview of Cosy, remote crofter's cottage overlooking Loch Torridon, Idyllic, Pet-friendly

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Arrina, SCT
  • Popular LocationLoch Torridon9 min walk
  • Popular LocationApplecross Beach14 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortree Harbour99 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cosy, remote crofter's cottage overlooking Loch Torridon, Idyllic, Pet-friendly

Achbeag is a traditional croft house in a remote wilderness that has been converted into a very comfortable holiday cottage. It retains many of its original features, with exposed stonework in the sitting room and a multi-fuel stove. It has one en-suite double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Satellite broadband has recently been installed. The small, remote village of Fearnmore is approximately 25 minutes' drive from Applecross village and 25 minutes' drive from Shielding. Achbeag has stunning views across Loch Torridon towards the Torridonian mountains and the Western Isles, with beautiful beaches nearby. The surrounding landscapes are breathtaking. Achbeag is a perfect base for exploring the Applecross peninsula, which offers a beautiful coastline, mountaineering, sea kayaking, fishing, ancient woodlands with rare species of mosses and lichens, wildlife, and excellent local food.

Please note that the cottage is in a remote wilderness and as a result we do inevitably share it with wildlife from time to time. Bats roost in the attic in the summer and mice may sometimes be heard in the attic. The house is very old and it is not possible to seal up every single tiny gap to stop mice getting into the attic (we've tried this!). Bats and their habitats (including our house) are also protected under UK law, so we are not allowed to remove them- nor would we wish to: they do no harm and they eat the midges!

Please note that because of the Covid situation, to reduce the risks of transmitting Covid between guests, and to our cleaner, we are leaving 24 hours between guests leaving and the next guests arriving. Please build this 24-hour gap in if you make an instant booking. We really appreciate your understanding for everyone's benefit.

Property manager

Alison Wilkie

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs must stay downstairs and off the furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Satellite broadband is provided for light use only (emails, surfing & shopping, [Tesco delivery]). Streaming music & video is not permitted.
Bookings can be any day to any day, but please leave 24h between bookings during the post-COVID period for the safety of our cleaners and our guests.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Strathcarron

Located in Strathcarron, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Portree Harbour and Plockton Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Torridon and Applecross Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider The Brother's Point and Skyelight Candles. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, mountain climbing, and hiking.
Map
Arrina, SCT

What's nearby

  • Loch Torridon - 9 min walk
  • Applecross Beach - 14 min drive
  • Loch Maree - 48 min drive
  • Portree Harbour - 99 min drive
  • Old Man of Storr - 109 min drive

Getting around

  • Strathcarron Station - 33 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 168 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gille Brighde Restaurant - 33 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dom Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully peaceful.
A wonderful few days of peace and quiet spent in the most breathtaking natural surroundings. I highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rudolf B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable cosy house
Beautiful, quiet house on the road from Shieldag to Applecross, ideally positioned for excursions in that area and beyond. Inside, all modcons you would wish for. On cloudless nights, don't forget to take a good look at the starlit sky, and watch out for the bats. Shops in Shieldag and Applecross quite sufficient.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrystele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in Applecross peninsula
Very cosy and comfortable cottage in beautiful remote location, ideal for resting and mountaineering (gorgeous walks on Munroes near Torridon).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming stay at a very nice house in a nice location.
We had a lovely stay at this location. The house was very clean! This makes the welcome very pleasant. The pictures on bro don't do justice to the house. It's really so much better. The location is very of from the world so ideal for a week of. It has all the need you have, you can cook (fully equipped kitchen), you can watch some old school DVD's ore read a book ore play some board games its all there. Internet is present but don't expect 2 much of it. 4G if you need just need to take drive 3 min further down the road. Still enjoy your family time, and leave the phone on the side! Top house and the environment around is sooo nice to make an evening walk or try to do down to the water side. Kind regards,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

victor c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
Geweldig gelegen cottage met 2 badkamers, alles aanwezig, vriendelijke buurvrouw, prachtige omgeving, een echte aanrader
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alison Wilkie

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I live in East Lothian, Scotland, with my husband and 2 boys. As a family, we love the outdoors and we bought Achbeag so that we could all enjoy spending time in one of our favourite parts of Scotland. The children love to go down to the little natural harbour at Fearnmore to potter around in the bay and on the rocks. We love swimming with the seals, paddleboarding, mountain biking on the fantastic local routes, road biking, and boating on the loch, as well as taking the boys up the odd mountain when they can be persuaded!

Why they chose this property

We love Achbeag because it is hidden away and nestled in a sheltered part of Fearnmore, and it has wonderful sea views from every room. It is very cosy with its multi-fuel stove in the sitting room. It is the perfect size for a small family and it is warm and comfortable all year round. At Achbeag, we can be thoroughly disconnected from the rest of the world, and have a truly restful time.

Languages:

English
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