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Traditional cottage beside the beach

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Terrace/patio
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Sea view

Explore the area

Map
Lairg, Sutherland
  • Old Man of Stoer
    9 min drive
  • Stoer Beach
    12 min drive
  • Clashnessie Beach
    13 min drive

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Washer
Parking included
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (14)
The price is €171
for 1 cottage
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traditional cottage beside the beach

A traditional stone-built cottage adjoining the croft-house with stunning sea views of Culkein Bay and Handa Island. Situated on a working croft, it is just a stone’s throw away from Culkein beach.

Open plan living space with full self-catering facilities, kitchen, bathroom with shower, electric heating and a wood burning stove. Suitable for couples or solo travellers, it has a double bed mezzanine sleeping arrangement which is accessible by a ladder (there is also a pull-out sofa bed in the open plan area if required).
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Clashnessie Beach. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • 9 minutes by car from Old Man of Stoer and 10 minutes from Drumbeg Viewpoint
Traditional cottage beside the beach offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Caroline and David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number FS-Case-546493024

Traditional cottage beside the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Cosy
An outstanding area to visit. Real peace and quiet. Property was lovely and in a fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and clean cottage in stunning location
A perfect setting for a peaceful seaside getaway. The cottage was clean and comfortable and fully stocked. The hosts were friendly and helpful. The view from the cottage was stunning. The location was so quiet - we could only hear the birds, the sheep, and the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful place to stay. Everything about the place is superb. Fantastic place with everything you need. Lovely little touches throughout the property. The views are to die for as well. I cannot recommend this property enough. Thank you so much for a truly memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Enjoyed a great short break in Culkein with my husband. Perfect accommodation overlooking a beautiful beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of peace
For our trip, we were really into off the beatten path. This place is in the best way. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach and the sheep baaing in the fields. We took a couple of hikes and just rested from the rest of our hectic trip. It was exactly what we needed. Thank you so much for the wonderful accommodations and for helping us find the highland cows!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Such a lovel, cozy place and such a wonderful use of space! Caroline and David are a joy. And the location is outstanding. Perfect for an easy quiet get a way!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

June W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mythreyee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience at Lairg
Caroline and David were so welcoming. The property itself was extremely cosy, so clean and had everything we needed and more. Caroline messaged us of the activities we can do in the area and it was very helpful. There are also pamphlets in the living room regarding activities in the area. I loved the decor of the place it felt so homely. It was a first experience driving up to the highlands and we throughly enjoyed the stay! We wouldn’t fault anything! Thank you so much for the memorable experience! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gwyneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact but well thought out property with beautiful views. Only downside was the low roof upstairs which meant you couldn't stand up. Knew about this in advance and happy to tolerate it. Owners friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonja K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Unterkunft und Gastgeber
Wir haben uns in dem Cottage sehr wohl gefühlt und die Zeit dort sehr genossen. Caroline und David sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Lage des Cottage ist grandios und wir kommen sehr gerne wieder. Herzlichst Sonja und Jo
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toller Aufenthalt in sehr gepflegter Ferienwohnung
Kleine gemütliche Ferienwohnung mit viel Liebe fürs Detail! Besonders hervorzuheben ist der grandiose Blick aufs Meer von der Schlafnische, aber auch aus dem Erdgeschoss! Abgerundet wird diese sehr positive Erfahrung durch den ausgesprochen freundlichen Umgang mit den Vermietern der Ferienwohnung, die für Rückfragen oder Tipps für Ausflugsziele gerne zur Verfügung standen! Sollten wir nochmal in diese Gegend Schottlands reisen, kommen wir sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
"living on the edge"
Caroline and David are fantastic hosts. I can recommend a stay 100% and would choose this apartment again at any time. The furnishings are top quality. The apartment is furnished with love for detail and even though the space is small, everything and more is available.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr sauber, tolle Vermieter, irre Umgebung.
Das Häuschen ist zwar sehr klein, aber wahnsinnig liebevoll und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Es fehlt an nichts. Einziger kleiner Nachteil ist, dass kein Kleiderschrank vorhanden ist. Nur wenige Regalfächer zur Ablage von Kleidung. Wir waren eine Woche da und trotzdem standen unsere Taschen mitten im Raum. Für 14 Tage hätte der Platz gar nicht gereicht. Die Gastgeber sind unglaublich nett, wir haben uns lange mit ihnen unterhalten. Das Häuschen ist direkt gegenüber vom Strand. Vom Bett aus kann man den Strand und auch den Himmel sehen.Einfach irre. War eine tolle Erfahrung immer wieder gerne!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eintauchen in die nordwestlichen Highlands - im perfekten Cottage mit warmherzigen Gastgebern
Entschleunigung und Natur pur - und die Erkenntnis Schottland ist überall wunderschön - man muss nicht alle Sehenswürdigkeiten abhetzen, um Schottland zu erleben. David und Caroline haben uns sehr warmherzig begrüßt. Während des Aufenthaltes haben wir sehr wertvolle Ausflugstipps erhalten und freundliche Gespräche geführt. Das Wohl der Gäste liegt beiden am Herzen, dabei sind sie überhaupt nicht aufdringlich. Vielen Dank noch einmal für alles! Das Cottage selbst ist sehr sauber, sehr geschmackvoll und dabei äußerst praktisch eingerichtet: der Raum wird optimal genutzt. Es ist alles sehr gepflegt und neuwertig. Wir haben hier eine sehr gemütliche und heimelige Zeit verbracht. Es fehlt wirklich an nichts. Culkein erreicht man über einige kurvige Meilen Singletrack-Roads, incl. "Schaf- und Kuhverkehr". Das Cottage liegt unmittelbar an einer wunderschönen Bucht und man könnte auch einfach nur stundenlang schauen und genießen. Die herrliche Luft und Ruhe gibt es gratis dazu. Direkt vom Cottage aus, kann man schon einen wunderschönen Spaziergang zum Old Man of Stoer starten. Im Dorf Culkein selbst gibt es die Jammery (Kuchen, Marmelade, Chutney und freitags Pizza - alles sehr lecker!) Der nächste Supermarkt, Tankstelle, Cafes, Restaurants etc. findet sich in Lochinver. (10 Meilen) Tipp: Lebensmittel gleich mitbringen und mit Automatik-Auto anreisen extra Tipp: Besuch Secret Tea Garden Drumbeg, Beach Clachtoll (mit Flossie`s), Clashnessi
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Damien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'hébergement est très propre et bien équipé pour se faire à manger. Le lieu est calme, les moutons, vaches, oiseaux sont les voisins. Prévoir entre 2 et 3 nuits pour en profiter au mieux. L'endoit est assez reculé de tout, donc pour profiter au mieux de la plage, ballades autour et de se couper du monde, il est préférable de prevoir son essence et nourriture a l'avance. Nous recommandons vivement ce lieux magique pour souffler au milieu d'un tour de l'Écosse.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armin S., Altdorf, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderschön!
Es war ein schönes und gemütliches Häuschen, mit allem, was man braucht. Der Blick auf die Bucht und das Meer waren wunderschön. Es war sehr ruhig und friedlich!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023