Vacation rental Holiday Home in North Highlands

Holiday Home #14733 from owner #8720
created on 03-Sep-2008

Heather Croft, Gairloch

Beautifully refurbished accommodation with spectacular views of mountains and sea. Close to gorgeous beaches.

Golf Course Nearby Pets Allowed No Air Conditioning Beach Nearby Credit Cards Not Accepted Non Smoking
Not Disabled Friendly Does Not Have Internet Access Near Public Transport Bars or Restaurants Close By Does Not Have A Pool Not Near Skiing Family Friendly
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Holiday Home in North Highlands
2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Sleeps 4 - 5 People
£180 - £350 Per Week

The small crofting 'township' of Big Sand has an enviable coastal location with panoramic views. A fine stretch of safe, sandy beach is within 10 minutes walk from the property. Heather Croft is situated on a five acre croft with immediate access to open countryside and local archaeological trails. It has its own enclosed garden area. A Calor gas BBQ, table and chairs are provided for your convenience. The village of Gairloch, three miles away, has additional attractions and activities. The award winning Old Inn is highly recommended for eating out. There is river and loch angling, sea fishing, whale watching trips and other excursions with local wildlife experts. Gairloch has an idyllic shoreline, golf course and pony trekking in the wooded Flowerdale. Instruction in mountaineering, rock climbing, sailing and canoeing are available for the intrepid. Local cycle hire, slipways and Inverewe Gardens may add further dimensions to your holiday. The property sleeps up to four guests and has been recently refurbished to a high standard. All rooms are centrally heated. Personal owner management ensures the highest standards of housekeeping and a warm welcome.

There are two spacious bedrooms, one king size and one twin-bedded. The former has views across the sea to Skye and of the Torridon hills; while the latter looks across the garden and croftland to the small hill at the rear of the property. A cot and baby sitting service are available on request.

The bathroom is fitted with a shower and bath, wash hand basin and wc.

The spacious, comfortable living room has picture windows offering views of the Torridon mountains, the sea and the Isle of Skye. As well as twin radiators, an LPG fire provides instant heat and a cosy ambience for cooler evenings. There is a flat screen television, DVD player and music centre.

Double doors from the living room lead into a modern fitted kitchen / dining area. The kitchen has a dish washer, ceramic electric cooker and microwave. Again picture windows offer dual aspects of the garden and hill to the rear of the property and a panorama of sea and Skye. The peat burning stove may be purely decorative or can add that special warmth to a winter evening.

There is an additional dining room for more relaxed eating. This room enjoys the fantastic views to the front of the property.

A porch, fitted with washing machine, freezer and coat hanging facilities, gives access to the rear enclosed garden. Guests have free range of the owner's croft and open access to the surrounding countryside.

One well-behaved dog is welcome.

Special out of season weekend breaks available at short notice.

"A very comfortable apartment in a great location. Fantastic views from sofa, bed and kitchen sink! This is a convenient base for tours around the best of Highland scenery, and has been home from home for us. We don't want to leave."
Jane and Bryan,
East Sussex,
September 2006


Heather Croft	Beach and Mountains

Beach, Biking, Boating, Fishing, Golf, Gym, Hiking, Horse Riding, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Restaurant, Shopping

The area is famous for its spectacular mountain and rock climbing.

Dishwasher, Cleaning Service, Cooking Utensils, Tumble Dryer, DVD Player, Heating, Kitchen, Linen Service, Microwave, Open Fire, Parking, Refrigerator, Stereo, TV, Washing Machine

Low Season Price : £180
High Season Price : £350 per Week

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A non refundable deposit of 15% is required to confirm a provisional booking. The balance is requested four weeks prior to the commencement of your holiday. Payments within the UK are by cheque, outwith the UK payments can be made by bank transfer.