Ullapool, an appealing port and resort in Wester Ross, the fishing port of Ullapool in Wester Ross comes alive in summer when it receives a large influx of holidaymakers. Many move on by ferry to Stornoway on Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, but it is a good base for exploring the area, and has a marvellous setting jutting out into Loch Broom. Attractions include the award-winning Ullapool Museum and a multitude of craft shops and galleries.
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Ullapool
Welcome - Failte!
Benwell House is a charming, spacious house situated right in the centre of the picturesque coastal village of Ullapool on the stunning North-West coast of Scotland.
Benwell House is situated in an enviable location, only a one minute’s walk from interesting shops, fair trade cafes, cosy bars and fine restaurants.
A vibrant local fishing fleet with daily catches of prawns, lobsters and white fish and the Calmac passenger ferry to the Outer Hebrides using the harbour daily mean there is plenty to see and do.
Perfect for relaxing, walking, climbing, golf, tennis, fishing, stalking, painting, nature watching, sailing and excursions to the North coast, Orkney and Hebridean Islands. Inverness city is only one hours drive away with its mainline railway station and international airport.
Benwell House Accommodation
With views from all four bedrooms of beautiful Loch Broom and the mountains beyond Benwell House has recently been refurbished to high modern standards and has a new full central heating system and plentiful hot water providing a warm, comfortable stay.
Parking for three cars is available right in front of the house. There is fast wireless broadband available and pets are welcome by arrangement.
Once through the front door you enter a hallway with plenty of space to put boots and hang up coats and there is also a separate toilet under the stairs.
To the right there is a large living room with an inviting open fire and comfortable seating allowing for games, computers or TV or a quieter space near the open fire for reading or chatting over a glass of wine or a wee dram of whisky. There is a bose iPod speaker system and a DVD with an impressive library of films. There is also a double sofa bed in this room.
To the left of the hall there is a smart dining room with seating for up to 10 which leads conveniently onto the large modern kitchen. The kitchen is new and well equipped and includes a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier, large fridge freezer (70/30) an electric oven and easy clean ceramic hob. It looks out onto the attractive, fully enclosed, rear garden and the backdrop of the mountains beyond.
There is a large flat lawn for ball games or just relaxing surrounded with interesting shrubs roses and perennials. For the men to show off their cooking skills there is a great barbecue area.
Bedrooms sleep up to 10 in comfort. A family room sleeps two in king
size bed and has one additional single bed/cot.
The upper double room sleeps two and has a additional bed/cot. A lower
double room sleeps two plus a cot if required. A twin room sleeps two
in single beds.
First Floor
On the first floor there are two large comfortable bedrooms. The first
is a double bedroom with a wash hand basin, plenty of wardrobe space and
has a large sash window.
In the second family bedroom there is a king-size bed and a single bed with a partition wall neatly dividing them whilst still giving ample space to each part of the bedroom, with a wash hand basin, wardrobe space and a large sash window.
On this floor there is a very impressive wet room with a large chrome shower head and heated tiled floor plus a toilet and wash hand basin.
There is also a separate relaxing bathroom with a full sized bath, toilet and wash hand basin.
Second Floor
On the top floor there are further two bedrooms. The first is a twin bedroom
with a wash hand basin. The second is a double bedroom with a wash hand
basin. Both have lovely views over Loch Broom from their large windows.
There is also a separate room with toilet and wash hand basin on this
floor.
Pets
To keep any pets, where allowed, under strict control at all times and
accept liability for any damage caused. Animal hairs to be removed from
carpets and dogs are not allowed onto the furniture. Any fouling in the
gardens should be cleared.
To vacate the property by 10.00am latest on the final day of let, unless otherwise agreed with the owners. New Guest arrival time is from 4.00pm onwards.
Ullapool
Approximately 60 miles or one hours drive north of Inverness, the fishing
village of Ullapool is ideally placed for you to explore the Highlands
and many Islands of the west coast of Scotland.
Ullapool village was designed by famous architect Thomas Telford and has a great feeling of space and history in a beautiful relaxed setting. Benwell house is one of the original Ullapool houses, built in the late 18th century, now a conservation area and retains its traditional elegance.
Ullapool itself was built by the British Fisheries Society in 1788,
the main part of the village around the sea loch.
Whilst retaining the charm of its original design and purpose, Ullapool
now offers a range of facilities for visitors and locals. We have modern
shopping outlets along with a vast range of craft and local shops. We
also have a considerable number of bars and restaurants, many of which
serve great food made from award winning local produce.
The village is nestled on a sheltered natural harbour in Loch Broom. The location has had settlements dating back thousands of years - the view across the loch is to Dun Lagaidh, a Pictish fort - and the name Ullapool is derived from the Norse ‘Ulla-Bolstadr’ meaning ‘Ulla's steading’, evidence of the Viking influence.
Music and Art
Ullapool hosts a local music festival in the village campsite which attracts
music fans from far and wide. It is a great weekend and is gaining international
fame for fun and talent. Also very popular and much more mellow is the
Ullapool Guitar Festival which takes place throughout
the village pubs and halls. Many of the local bars have live music performing
during the evenings throughout the year.
There is also an arts centre in the village along with a good number of craft shops offering quality local handmade products.
Ullapool Leisure Centre
Ullapool has a leisure centre with a gym and heated pool and a range of
activities available for children and adults alike. Also a museum, art
gallery, theatre, library and fabulous bookshops.
Ullapool Museum
Award Winning Ullapool Museum & Visitor Centre. Housed within a restored
Thomas Telford Parliamentary Church, originally built in 1829, the Museum
tells the story of Lochbroom - the land and its people, through a blend
of traditional and multimedia displays.
Ullapool Golf Course
A nine-hole course on the banks of Loch Broom. Take in views of the loch
and Summer Isles whilst enjoying a round of golf.
Exploring the Islands
The ferry to the Outer Hebrides leaves the harbour daily.
This can be taken for trips and excursions to the islands of Lewis and
Harris better known as the Outer Hebrides. There are also two local boats
running short trips from Ullapool to the Summer Islands.
Highland Stoneware Pottery
Internationally famous stoneware pottery with an outlet in the village
where you can see designs being made.
Walks and exploring
The coastline is surrounded by some stunning beaches beaches and walks.
Within a few miles drive there are also attractions such as Corrieshalloch
Gorge (the highest waterfall in Scotland), Leckmelm Gardens, Lael Forest
and Ardmair Bay.
Take a day trip to Lochinver and have an elegant lunch in it's Michelin starred hotel and restaurant, The Albanach or try an award winning homemade pie and a glass of beer at the Conservatory, taking in the picturesque Ardvreck Castle ruins on your way.
DIRECTIONS
Benwell House is approximately 60 miles north of Inverness, where there
are good bus, rail and air links. Inverness also offers self-drive hire
cars. Whilst we are centrally positioned in Ullapool, people wishing to
explore the Highlands will find their own car invaluable for finding remote
sites and communities.
. BMI - flights from London Heathrow to Inverness
. EasyJet - flights from throughout the UK to Inverness
. BA - flights from Gatwick to Inverness
. Flybe - flight from throughout the UK and Europe to Inverness
. Inverness Airport
. National Rail - links from throughout the UK to Inverness
. Hertz Car Hire
. AVIS Car Hire
. CityLink - bus links between Inverness and Ullapool
. Rapsons - bus links between Inverness and Ullapool
. Tim Dearman Coaches - can organise private mini-bus hire and also operate
to Ullapool and further north, as well as providing cycle transport.
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