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Other places to stay in and around Gairloch
This traditional detached cottage is located in the quiet crofting community
of Melvaig, near Gairloch.
Situated about 300 yards from the shore, the cottage overlooks the sea, offering stunning sunsets and views of Skye, Harris, Lewis and the Shiants.
The Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve and The Torridon mountains are just a short distance away from the numerous sandy beaches, coves, caves and bays which are located around Melvaig, Gairloch and Red Point.
Freyja Accommodation
The ground floor accommodation comprises a fully fitted modern kitchen, with sea views, well-equipped with electric cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, toaster etc. plus a good range of crockery and utensils.
Comfortable lounge/dining area, with electric fire, colour TV, video, DVD player and CD/radio/cassette player. The lounge windows overlook the sea and islands. There is a pay-phone in the lounge.
The bathroom has a modern suite with electric over-bath shower and a wall heater .
The upper floor comprises of 2 bedrooms, with modern pine furniture, 1 with double bed and the other with twin beds. The house is double glazed throughout and heated by storage heaters. Sheets, pillowcases, bath towels and tea towels can be provided at an extra charge.
The porch has space for outdoor clothing, boots etc. There is parking available for 2 cars at the side of the house. Outdoor lights onto the spacious decking in front of the house.
Electricity is metered and the amount due will be deducted from your retainer. The meter will be read on arrival and departure. Internet access is available at a supplement.
Bookings are from Saturday 4.00pm to Saturday 9.30am.
Smoking Policy
No smoking
Pet Policy
Well behaved pets by arrangement
Attractions
Melvaig has a cafe bar/restaurant. The area's attractions include: a swimming
pool, whale-watching and marine-life trips, including visits to the puffin
colonies on the Shiant islands, salmon, trout and sea-fishing, golf course
and pony trekking.
Also, boat trips on Loch Maree to view Viking graves, bike hire, deer museum, guided hill walks and Inverewe Gardens, to name but a few.
The rugged coastline around Melvaig and to Rua Reidh Lighthouse (approx. 4 miles) is a haven for nesting birds, basking sharks, seals, whales and otters, and also offering wonderful coastal walks.
DIRECTIONS
Getting There by Car:
Gairloch 10 miles / Torridon 40 miles / Ullapool 65 miles / Inverness
80 miles.
Getting there by Aeroplane:
Inverness Airport: flights to Inverness with BMI, British Airways, Easyjet
and Flybe.
Email Freyja Self Catering enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
