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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Other places to stay in and around
Ullapool
Get away from it all and relax in the beauty of the North-west
Highlands. Taigh a' Bhraoin (Gaelic for 'Broom Cottage'), a luxury self-catering
cottage situated on the left just as you come into Letters, a tiny village
(or more accurately, a small scattering of houses) situated on the west
side of Loch Broom, about 10 miles south of Ullapool.
Taigh a' Bhraoin Accommodation
The cottage, which sleeps up to 8 people plus a baby, comprises four bedrooms; 1 king size en-suite, 1 double and 2 twins, a lounge/dining room with patio doors, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, washer/dryer and dishwasher, upstairs bathroom and luxury bathroom downstairs complete with sauna.
With magnificent views across Loch Broom and towards Inverlael Forest, Beinn Dearg and the mountains beyond, the cottage is tastefully furnished to a high standard and has a south-facing patio where the panoramic views can be enjoyed.
Location
· Coastal Location
· Lochside Location
· Rural Location
· Village Location
· Waterfront Location
Services
· Fuel Charge
· Laundry Facilities on Complex
Recreation
· Garden
Additional Facilities
· Ironing Facilities
· Linen & Towels Supplied
· Parking
· Payphones Available
Pets
· No Pets Allowed
Children and Infants
· Children Welcome
· Highchair Available
· Cot Available
Smoking Policy
· No Smoking Permitted
Credit Cards
· Delta Card
· JCB Card
· Mastercard
· VISA Card
Activities and Attractions
Guests have access to the hills and lochans above, and the pebble shore
below (although care is required as the descent is steep). Hillwalking
and forest trails as well as more serious climbing can be enjoyed in the
area including Inverlael Forest, Beinn Dearg, An Teallach, Stac Pollaidh
and Ben Mor Coigach.
The North-west of Scotland has an abundance of wildlife including Golden eagles, buzzards, puffins, otters, pine martens, red deer, seals, dolphins and porpoises, many of which can be seen in the vicinity of Taigh a' Bhraoin.
Ullapool, the ferry port for the Outer Hebrides, is only ten miles away with its restaurants, bars and shops. There is also a nine-hole golf course, leisure centre with swimming pool and tennis courts.
Sea-fishing trips are available from Achiltibuie and boat hire from Ardmair. Permits for local rivers and lochs can be obtained in Ullapool.
Come to Taigh a' Bhraoin and find out the secrets of the North-west Highlands of Scotland. We hope to exceed your expectations.
DIRECTIONS
Getting There by Railway:
From Garve take A835 west for about 24 miles then turn left along minor
road for Letters and Loggie. Follow the signs for Letters. Taigh A' Bhraoin
is about 2 miles along this road on the left just at the sign for Letters.
Getting there by Aeroplane:
From Inverness airport travel west towards Inverness. Take A9 north signposted
for Wick. Go over Kessock Bridge to roundabout. At Tain (6 miles) take
A835 heading for Ullapool. Stay on A835 at next roundabout at Conon Bridge.
Follow A835 through Contin, Tarvie and Garve and on towards Ullapool. About 24 miles west of Garve take a minor road to the left signposted for Letters and Loggie. Follow the signs for Letters. Taigh A' Bhraoin is about 2 miles along this road on he left.
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