Cottage Description
Achd is a 3 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 6 and is located in Lairg, Scotland. This property is pet friendly allowing for 2 pets. Prices range from £555 to £2417 per week. Local to Salachadh, Achany, Achinduich, Inveran
- Detached Property
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Fuel and Power Included
- Enclosed Garden / Patio
- Pub within 1 mile
- Free Pets
- Rural Location
- Television
- Car Parking Available
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
Achd is a traditional, detached, croft holiday cottage, standing alone within its own fenced garden area, with many original features, whitewashed stone walls, sloping ceilings and wood panelled walls in the bedrooms imparting much comfort and charm, and located just ½-mile from the village. There is much to do for the outdoor enthusiast (a free slipway for small boat landing is available) with several munros, low level walks, kayaking, sea angling and pony trekking. The sunrise and sunsets are truly stunning and Handa Island, Eas a’ Chual Aluinn and the pristine sandy beaches of Achmelvich, Clachnessie and Sandwood Bay are all within driving distance. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Ground floor: Living/dining room with beams. Kitchen. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Open-tread stairs to first floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin.
Electricity coal-effect fire in living room included. Electricity CH, elec, bed linen and towels included. Freeview TV. DVD. CD. Electric Cooker. Washing Machine. T/dryer. Dishwasher. Tel-incoming calls only. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and furniture. Parking (2 cars). Natural water supply from borehole. Pets free of charge. No smoking.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
A restaurant that offers superb food cooked fresh and to order from the best local produce. With magnificent views of the river, it offers the perfect setting for a romantic meal.
Summer Isles Foods is a small, family-run smokehouse in Achiltibuie, dedicated to producing the finest smoked salmon, smoked fish, smoked meats, organic food and cheeses from across Scotland. There is a small viewing gallery for observing the smokehouse and a small shop.
Sample award winning fresh, local seafood and music whilst savouring views over the pier and Loch Broom. The Seaforth's style is informal and the atmosphere lively and buzzing in the evenings. Set in the heart of the village, it caters for families, locals and tourists.
Fun Days Out
No recommended Fun Days Out found within 30 miles of this property.
Beach
No recommended Beach found within 30 miles of this property.
Biking & Hiking
No recommended Cycling & Hiking found within 30 miles of this property.
Golf & Sports
No recommended Golf & Sporting Activities found within 30 miles of this property.
Nature Reserves
No recommended Nature Reserves found within 30 miles of this property.
Gardens & Woodlands
Set amid spectacular scenery on Scotland's West Coast, The Hydroponicum at Achiltibuie is a unique attraction, where you can see a magnificent array of tropical flowers and luscious fruits — all growing without soil. Access to the growing areas is by guided tour only.
Local Attractions
Ben Stack - 25.3 Miles (40.5 KM)
Ben Stack mountain is located between Lairg and Laxford Bridge in Sutherland. It offers fantastic views out across the Sutherland coastline and surrounding countryside. There is parking at the foot of the mountain by the track located by the A838. The climb is pretty tough going and it is quite steep particularly close to the top, it will take about four hours or more to walk this route. There is no clear pathway it is mainly grass and heather and the ground is fairly boggy underfoot. There are magnificent views from the summit and you may get to see deer as well as eagles.
Cairn House Gallery is located between Durness Village and Smoo and can be found across from Durness Village Hall. This modern gallery is home to a collection of works by Kevin Arrowsmith who specialises in photographing the gorgeous natural scenery of the this stunning area. His works include the most amazing seascapes, landscapes as well as capturing a beautiful aurora borealis. The gallery is bright and airy with lots of natural light and showcases his work perfectly in this natural setting, it also has gorgeous views out to the coast. On sale in addition to his his work are gift cards and he also offers a bespoke framing service. The gallery is open from May through to September and outside of these dates it is by appointment only. Kevin is really friendly and helpful as well as being a talented photographer, you will be enthralled by the quality of his work. The photographs are well priced and you are sure to see something that catches your eye, a lovely space to visit and see some wonderful work, as well as the many great places to visit whilst in Durness.
Smoo Cave - 28.1 Miles (45 KM)
Smoo Cave is located in Durness at the eastern edge of the village, and is found along the A838 being the main road here in the area. The cave is situated in limestone cliffs and is quite substantial, it is 200 feet long, 130 feet wide and at the entrance is 50 feet high but lowers as you go deeper into the cave. The cave can be accessed by steps or there is a steep path leading to it depending on where you park and enter from. It is an amazing natural attraction with three chambers the main chamber opens from a sea inlet, the second smaller chamber has a hole above where the river Allt Smoo cascades down about eighty feet, if you cross over the river via the footbridge and climb up to the ledge you get good views of the waterfall, which makes quite a thunderous noise. The third chamber is accessed by a small boat trip across the pool of water in front of the waterfall and then you continue by foot, this area can only be accessed during the summer months. Thee is no charge to access the caves but there is a small charge to take the boat. You can explore the caves by yourself or take a guided tour, tours are informative and the guides are friendly and passionate and will happily answer your questions. Smoo Cave is atmospheric and an interesting cave with amazing rock formations and a breath taking waterfall. Once you have finished exploring the caves take a walk up the cliffs and enjoy the scenery from here and see where the waterfall enters the cave. Smoo Cave is a must if you are in the area, a fantastic free attraction.
Historical & Heritage Sites
This fascinating museum lives in a beautifully restored Thomas Telford Parliamentary Church which was built originally in 1829. Skillfully navigating the visitor through the history of Lock Broom, the museum also tells of its people, their lives and their experiences. The wonderful multimedia displays provide real insight into the local area.
