Shiskine, Aultgrishan, Gairloch, Ross-Shire

Shiskine, Aultgrishan, Gairloch, Ross-Shire

Nestled along the captivating and secluded North West coast of Scotland, Shiskine offers a serene retreat with its self-catering apartment and luxurious pod for hire. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking views across the Minch to Skye, Harris, and Lewis, with the majestic Torridon mountains towering in the distance, Shiskine's location in the crofting township of Aultgrishan, merely 8 miles from Gairloch, promises exceptional scenery and abundant wildlife.

**The Apartment - Sleeps 2**

The apartment features two king-size ensuite bedrooms, a spacious living area, kitchen, and dining area, all adorned with awe-inspiring views. Situated on the first floor of the house, with its separate entrance door and parking outside, guests are greeted with a private hallway leading to the living space. The open-plan living area boasts a 48" Freeview TV, DVD player, pine dining table & chairs, and panoramic views of the sea towards northern Skye, the Cuillin mountains, Harris, and Lewis. The well-equipped kitchen includes essential amenities such as an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, Tassimo coffee machine, and all necessary cutlery, crockery, glassware & utensils. Each ensuite bedroom, named Skye and Harris, is furnished with handmade reclaimed wood furniture, a king-size bed draped in luxurious white Egyptian cotton bedding, LED mood lighting, Freeview TV, and ensuite facilities comprising a shower, WC, washbasin, and heated towel rail. Towels, toilet rolls, and complimentary travel-sized shower gel and shampoo are provided for guests' convenience.

**The Pod - Sleeps 2**

Offering uninterrupted panoramic views across the Minch to northern Skye, the pod features double-glazed French doors that open to reveal stunning vistas of the Cuillins on Skye, the distant Quiraing, The Shiant Islands, Harris, and Lewis. Inside, guests will find a full-size double bed adorned with luxury Egyptian cotton bedding, along with ensuite facilities including a full-size electric shower, washbasin, and WC. Bedding, towels, toilet roll, hand soap, and complimentary toiletries are all provided. The pod is equipped with a sofa, a flatscreen TV with Freeview, Wi-Fi, and a folding table with chairs. A kitchen area features a small fridge, a microwave with grill for simple meals, a kettle, toaster, and an electric toastie maker. Please note there is no oven/hob, but a fridge/freezer is available for use in the neighbouring outbuilding. Guests can enjoy the stunning views and tranquility from the decking area or the picnic table at any time of day or night. Additionally, a small patio area alongside the pod features a BBQ and a secure bike store.

**The Area**

Plenty of activities await in the area surrounding Shiskine. Overlooking a beach and located just 8 miles from Gairloch, the region is nestled within the Wester Ross UNESCO Biosphere and holds the designation of a National Scenic Area. Guests can embark on walks right from their doorstep, surrounded by ever-changing hues in the sky and sea, accompanied by the soothing sounds of nature. It's challenging not to relax in this serene environment. Indulge in activities like walking, reading, observing the sea and sky, or capturing photographs—whatever brings you joy.

In summary, Shiskine offers a tranquil escape amidst stunning natural beauty, where guests can unwind and immerse themselves in the wonders of the Scottish Highlands.

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Cairns Cottage, Gairloch, Wester Ross

Cairns Cottage, Gairloch, Wester Ross

Situated in the serene hamlet of Port Henderson on the South shore of Gairloch in the North West of Scotland, Cairns Cottage stands as a retreat amidst breathtaking scenery, offering a true taste of Highland living. This self-catering haven, ideal for couples and small families, spans two storeys with a double and twin bedroom, a living room equipped with a TV, DVD player, Bose sound system, and Bluetooth speaker, and a fully fitted modern kitchen.

The holiday cottage is surrounded by an enclosed garden, providing captivating views of the surrounding landscapes. Cairns Cottage is located on a quiet country road tracing the coastline, revealing small bays, fishing harbours, sweeping sands, and culminating at the renowned beauty spot, Redpoint Bay, boasting a wide sandy beach.

Port Henderson, a small crofting hamlet near Gairloch in Wester Ross, offers tranquillity and a true escape to nature. While the best way to explore the Highlands is by car, given the limited public transportation options, the city of Inverness serves as the main access hub with a national airport, bus and rail links, and trunk roads connecting to Aberdeen in the East and Perth to the South.

For avid walkers, Gairloch lies on the Western fringe of the "Wilderness," with Torridon to the South and Coigach and Assynt by Ullapool to the North. These regions boast some of Scotland's best mountains, including numerous Munros (mountains over 3,000 feet), offering a playground for rock climbers and walkers alike. On lower ground, the area presents picturesque walks around lochs and glens, offering panoramic views to the hills and across the sea to Skye.

Beyond walking, the region offers various activities such as watersports at Badachrobay and Sheildaig bay, fishing in the rivers (Ewe, Badachro, and Kerry), or salmon fishing in the Lochs. Cairns Cottage, in its idyllic setting, becomes the perfect base for those seeking to explore the natural wonders and outdoor activities that define the North West of Scotland.

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Rose Cottage, Badachro, Gairloch, Ross-shire (Sleeps 1-6)

Rose Cottage offers superb self catering accommodation in the picturesque village of Badachro. Our traditional stone-built cottage boasts incredible views across the sea to the Gairloch hills beyond. We are perfect for an idyllic holiday in this beautiful part of Ross-shire

Accommodation:

Our wonderful cottage is brimming with charm and character, whilst offering high-quality accommodation.

A cosy sitting room comes with an open fire, comfortable seating and a smart TV/DVD player. A great space to unwind after a day sightseeing. A spacious and well-equipped kitchen comes with a microwave, slow cooker, large chest freezer and dishwasher. The elegant dining room has a wood burner to keep you toasty and enjoys stunning views over the loch. Outside there is a large fenced garden to unwind in.

Three warm and beautifully furnished bedrooms are available. The double and one of the twin rooms enjoys spectacular sea views. If your lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of otters, seals or sea birds. The third bedroom overlooks the rear garden and up the hill. A glorious bathroom includes a Victorian cast-iron claw tooth bath.

Visiting Badachro & Exploring Ross-shire:

The area is a haven for outdoor lovers. You can take to the hills to savour the breathtaking coastline of rugged terrain. Head to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world or hire a boat and navigate the beautiful waters around Gairloch. You can explore the astonishing gardens at Inverewe containing plants and trees from across the world, and visit the home of its founder, Osgood Mackenzie. Excellent attractions/activities in the area include:

Gairloch Museum

Beinn Eighe Reserve.

Pony trekking.

Whale watching.

Fly fishing.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Ross-Shire/4432

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Cairns Cottage, Gairloch, Wester Ross (Sleeps 1-4)

Cairns Cottage is situated in the rural hamlet of Port Henderson on the South shore of Gairloch, in the North West of Scotland. Set amongst stunning scenery our self-catering cottage offers a taste of Highland living and provides an ideal base for exploring this picturesque region.

Built over two storeys, it is ideal for couples and small families. The holiday cottage has a double and twin bedroom. There is a living room which includes a TV, DVD player, Bose sound system and Bluetooth speaker. The modern kitchen is fully fitted.

Outside there is an enclosed garden which has wonderful views.

Cairns Cottage is situated on a quiet country road that follows the contours of the coastline, with small bays, little fishing harbours, sweeping sands and stunning scenery. It finishes at Redpoint Bay, a renowned beauty spot, with a wide sandy beach.

For walkers not only does Gairloch lie just on the Western fringe of the infamous “Wilderness” tract of unspoilt mountainous land, it can also boast Torridon just to the South and Coigach and Assynt by Ullapool to the North. These areas have some of the best mountains in Scotland, with a large number of Munro’s (mountains over 3,000 feet) and many other great climbs of lesser heights to attract rock climbers and walkers. On lower ground, there are many great walks around the many lochs and glens that offer panoramic views to the hills and across the sea to Skye. Other activities to undertake include watersports at Badachrobay and Sheildaig bay, fishing in the rivers, Ewe, Badachro and Kerry, or salmon fishing in one of the Lochs.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/WesterRoss/10730

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Rose Cottage, Badachro, Gairloch, Ross-shire (Sleeps 1-6)

Rose Cottage offers superb self-catering accommodation in the picturesque village of Badachro. Our traditional stone-built cottage boasts incredible views across the sea to the Gairloch hills beyond. We are perfect for an idyllic holiday in this beautiful part of Ross-shire

Our wonderful cottage is brimming with charm and character, whilst offering high-quality accommodation.

Three warm and beautifully furnished bedrooms are available. The double and one of the twin rooms enjoys spectacular sea views. If your lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of otters, seals or sea birds. The third bedroom overlooks the rear garden and up the hill. A glorious bathroom includes a Victorian cast-iron claw tooth bath.

The area is a haven for outdoor lovers. You can take to the hills to savour the breathtaking coastline of rugged terrain. Head to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world or hire a boat and navigate the beautiful waters around Gairloch. You can explore the astonishing gardens at Inverewe containing plants and trees from across the world, and visit the home of its founder, Osgood Mackenzie. Excellent attractions/activities in the area include:

Gairloch Museum
Beinn Eighe Reserve.
Pony trekking.
Whale watching.
Fly fishing.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Ross-shire/4432

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Rona, Melvaig, Gairloch, Ross-Shire, The Highlands (Sleeps 1-4)

Rona is in a stunning position with uninterrupted sea views in a Designated National Scenic Area. The cottage is only 80 yards from the seashore which has private beach access, set in the quiet crofting community of Melvaig, near Gairloch. You can whale watch and view the Northern Lights from Raasay & Rona, a Designated Dark Skies Area. There is also accommodation available in Sealoch on the Isle of Lewis.

Rona
The contemporary bungalow sleeps up to 4 people and enjoys breathtaking views of the sea. The fully equipped kitchen comes with an electric cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer, washer, tumble dryer, toaster and food mixer. The cosy lounge is perfect for relaxing in and comes with an L shaped lounge/dining room with picture windows which boasts views of Skye, Harris and Lewis. Facilities include an electric fire, two large settees, Sky Freeview satellite TV and a DVD player.

Two bedrooms are available: a twin and a double. Both rooms share a bathroom with a bath, separate walk-in shower and heated towel rail.

Sealoch
Across the water, on the Isle of Lewis, is our traditional croft cottage, Sealoch. Around a 5/6 hour journey away from Rona, this property sleeps up to 2 people and comes with a terrace overlooking Loch Odhairn. Ideal for watching the weather change and the fishing boats go past. You can relax in the cosy lounge and the conservatory. The former comes with satellite TV. A bedroom has a comfortable double bed and there is a bathroom with a bath and WC. A separate shower room is also available. The property benefits from having a sauna.

Melvaig has a cafe bar/restaurant nearby. The area's attractions include whale watching and marine trips, including visits to the puffin colonies on the Shiant Islands, salmon, sea trout, brown trout, pike and sea fishing, Bird watching, falconry courses golf course and pony trekking. The coastline around Melvaig and to the Rua Reidh Lighthouse (approx.4 miles) is rugged, a haven for nesting birds, seals, whales and otters.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Rossshire/2383

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Aultbea Caravans, Gairloch, Ross-shire, Wester Ross

Aultbea Caravans offers peaceful and quiet holiday accommodation in Gairloch near Ross-shire, Wester Ross. Our self catering holiday homes are set in superb idyllic surroundings making them the ideal choice for any holiday in the picturesque Scottish Highlands. 

Willerby - Rio:

This 2 bedroomed is a fully equipped and serviced for a comfortable stay with a spacious lounge area boasting panoramic views of the stunning scenic surroundings, TV with Freeview and a comfortable sofa that can be converted into an additional single bed if needed. The two bedrooms consist of one double and one twin bedroom with all linen provided. The well-equipped kitchen areas have everything needed for an enjoyable and stress-free stay with gas cooker, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. The lighting is all electric and all services are included in the rent and there is also a cot and a high chair available if needed.

Willerby - Summer:

Our is 2 bedroomed, 6 berth caravan is a fully equipped and serviced for a comfortable stay with a large lounge area and dining area with beautiful panoramic views of the tranquil countryside surroundings. There is a TV with Freeview and sofa that can be converted into an additional double bed if required. The two bedrooms consist of one double and one twin bedroom with all linen provided. The well-equipped kitchen areas have everything needed for an enjoyable and stress-free stay with gas cooker, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. The lighting is all electric and all services are included in the rent and there is also a cot and a high chair available if needed.

Both caravans have outside decking to relax and watch the sun go down over the hills after a day’s exploring the North West Scottish Highlands.

Situated in North West Scottish Highlands in a beautiful and tranquil setting Aultbea lies on the beautiful coast of Wester Ross overlooking the shores of Loch Ewe. Aultbea has various craft & gift shops, perfume factory, tea rooms, well stocked general store, butcher, post office, doctor’s surgery, and several churches. There are also two hotels in the area. For the golfers among you, there is an 18 hole course in Gairloch. We are also within 10 miles are some of the most spectacular beaches in the Highlands.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/WesterRoss/10691

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