Ice House - Self-catering in Highland
Ice House, Laide, IV22 2NP, Highland
Scotland,
Regno Unito
This is a marvellous spot for those who desire to retreat from the modern world, enjoy some calm in nature or to walk, swim, sail. The upstairs sitting room has an enormous window overlooking sea and sky, with window seats for spotting wildlife, and a Danish wood-burner to keep you warm on the coolest days. The house is highly insulated, sheltered from the west wind, and tucked into the cliff with views that soar for 40 miles on clear days.
Spotless bedrooms are downstairs: two doubles with sliding glass doors opening onto a wooden deck for delightful early morning swims, or simply tea in bed spotting otters and seals. You'll drop off to the sound of the waves – very romantic. Two bathrooms, one with a bath and the other a shower, are scented with Sea Kelp handwash from Scottish Fine Soaps.
The swish open-plan kitchen has all the most demanding cook could want, but you're a short drive from good cafés and restaurants in Poolewe or Gairloch.
Caratteristiche
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from James Will:
Punti d'interesse locali da
James Will:
- Perched at the edge of the sea in North West Scotland, the Ice House offers stunning views of the sea, mountains and islands of Sutherland and Wester Ross.
- Explore some of the best beaches in the world, hike to Slaggan's ruined village or enjoy activities like fishing, kayaking, mountain biking and wildlife cruises.
- A recent guest wrote: "Location like being in a wildlife documentary. Seen from the house - otters, pine marten, white tailed sea eagle, herons, seals, cormoronts, gulls, oystercatchers etc From nearby - red deer, buzzards, golden eagles."
- Ice House was shortlisted for the HIAA 2024 Building of the Year in the 'New Life for Existing Buildings' category.
- Visit nearby attractions like the Arctic Convoy Museum, Gairloch Museum and Inverewe Gardens.
- Some of the best walking and hiking in Scotland. Routes of a range of walks are in the Ice House.
Details
- 1 House for 4
Minimum stay: 4 nights, 7 nights in high season. Extra bunk room available on request if you would like a single bed (max. capacity of Ice House is 4 guests). STL licence number: HI-10382-F.
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Ice House, Laide, IV22 2NP, Highland
