Rhuroin - Self-catering cottage in Highland
Rhuroin, Shieldaig, IV54 8XR, Highland
Scotland,
Regno Unito
Stay here and you feel like you’re on the edge of the world. The restored stone house sits quietly on a wooded headland above Loch Shieldaig, with lovely views for miles around. Herons stalk the shallows, and if you’re lucky you’ll catch a glimpse of a shy otter or a dolphin as you sip coffee on the terrace.
Inside it’s light, peaceful and comfortable. The sitting room has maple floors, a cosy wood-burner, local art, plenty of books and games, and simple windows that frame stunning views. The kitchen – hand-built in the 70s in a now-fashionable Japanese style – is cleverly designed and well stocked: Skye coffee, oats, spices, and Scottish shortbread.
Upstairs, sleep deeply in one of two beautiful bedrooms (a double and a single) with Carron pottery lamps and wildflower prints by the owner’s grandmother on the wall. A comforting bath with views welcomes you from the bracing outdoors, and the only sound is the wind in the trees.
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 Iona & Gordon Drysdale:
Punti d'interesse locali da
Iona & Gordon Drysdale:
- You will be immersed in nature at Rhuroin - from the resident red squirrels, red deer and pine martens, to the seals singing on the nearby reefs or the birdlife, including sea eagles, herons and oyster catchers.
- The local area is not short of art galleries, like Cold Paradise, a contemporary seasonal gallery in Shieldaig, with which we collaborate to bring pottery and pictures into the house for guests to enjoy, rotating on an occasional basis.
- Drive over the Bealach na Ba (pass of the cattle) to Applecross, the biggest road ascent in the UK, with spectacular views over Kintail, the Isle of Skye, Outer Hebrides and Small Isles. Return on the coast road with views over the Inner Sound.
- Inverewe is a celebrated garden owned by the National Trust. It is located about 1.25 hours drive from Rhuroin. Much closer, the award winning Attadale Gardens offer a blend of history, beauty and artistic expression on the shores of Loch Carron.
- Guests shouldn't miss the Wee Whistlestop Cafe, within the Torridon Community Centre. It focusses on local and seasonal cooking and the regular Fish Friday early evening meal is not to be missed.
- There are so many beautiful and invigorating local walks. We recommend the Shieldaig peninsula walk but if you want a sandy beach, head to Cuaig on the Applecross coast road. Be sure to go at low tide to walk about 1km to the gorgeous expanse of sand.
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Details
- 1 Cottage for 3
Minimum stay: 7 nights. Shorter stays may be possible, please contact the owners. STL licence & EPC rating: HI-10352-F / F.
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Rhuroin, Shieldaig, IV54 8XR, Highland
