Cottage Description
Conival is a 5 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 9 and is located in Ullapool, Scotland. This property is pet friendly allowing for 3 pets. Local to Ardmair, Leckmelm, Ardcharnich, Badrallach
- Bike Store
- Cot Available
- Detached Property
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Main Fuel or Power incl.
- Gold Award
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair
- Sea View
- Open Fire
- Rural Location
- Shower
- Satellite TV
- Telephone
- Television
- Wifi
- Car Parking Available
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
- Green Scheme
With one of the best locations in the area, this spacious and modern property commands stunning panoramic sea and island views and is ideal for a large group or for semi-independent use by two families holidaying together. It has a very well equipped kitchen and large extremely comfortable living room with the gaze-compelling sea always in sight. Large sliding glass doors open out to a natural stone-clad patio area. It further enjoys a first floor sitting room and kitchen, also with large glass doors opening onto a balcony, again with the sea view, and boasts a garden which leads to heather-clad moorland and the coast beyond (200 yards). Just 3 miles from Achiltibuie, it lies on the Coigach Peninsula, with excellent walking around coastal paths or to the huge Ben More Coigach – nearly 2500ft and dominating the skyline. As the main settlement on the peninsula, Achiltibuie began as a crofting village, but now attracts a good number of holidaymakers who come for the excellent trout and salmon fishing or to eat at the Summer Isles Hotel or at the Am Fuaran Bar. Also of gastronomic interest is the Achiltibuie Smokehouse a few miles from the hotel, where traditional methods of smoking food can be seen and where the meat, fish and game can be bought afterwards. Founded at the height of the herring boom at the end of the 18th century, the popular holiday centre of Ullapool is 25 miles distant, jutting out into Loch Broom, the longest sea loch in the north-west Highlands. Several hiking trails begin at Conival, catering for all abilities - from shore side walks to strenuous ascents; whilst mountain biking and climbing are also enjoyed. To the north the hills round Lochinver are worth the effort, as is the geological centre at Knockan Crag and incredible limestone caves at Elphin which have recently yielded a bear skeleton. Trips to the Summer Isles – a cluster of uninhabited islets offshore – can be taken from Ullapool and from Achiltibuie pier at Bardentarbet to view the dolphins and porpoises. Trout, salmon and deep-sea fishing is available just 3 miles from the property, with sandy beaches ½ mile and 6 miles. Coastal fishing is good close to Conival or at the pier at Badentarbet which yielded the British record rod caught skate. Shop 3 miles.
Spacious living room with open fire and sliding doors to natural Caithness stone patio. Dining room. Spacious, well-equipped modern fitted kitchen with tiled floor and door to garden. Utility with slate floor. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower cubicle and toilet. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: Open-plan living/dining room with kitchen area with large patio doors leading to upstairs balcony. Double bedroom with sea views and shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom. Single bedroom. All first floor bedrooms with high sloping ceilings.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
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.
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.
Fun Days Out
Gairloch Marine Life Centre and Cruises offer scenic and wildlife cruises, aboard 'MV Starquest'. Visitors are often rewarded with a glimpse of whales, dolphins or porpoise and may even catch sight of an eagle in flight.
Beach
Big Sand Beach - 22.8 Miles (36.5 KM)
Accessed through extensive sand dunes and sheltered from the onshore wind by Longa Island, this beach is a wonderful place to sit and watch a magical sunset over the Hebrides.
Biking & Hiking
This 32 acre island, a breeding place for Grey heron, is almost entirely covered in Scots pine, which once formed vast forests covering much of the Scottish Highlands. The Trust acquired it in 1970 and no one may land without permission.
Voted one of the top 10 walks by the forestry commission, this spectacular route through Raven's rock gorge runs under the canopy of fir, beech and spruce. This 0.75 mile trail should take you approximately 45 minutes.
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.
A gem of a place to visit, tucked away in Poolewe with a whole host of exotic plantlife. Encompassing 20 hectares, this lovely garden sits on the peninsula at the shore of Loch Ewe. The Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift currents both contribute in providing this little oasis with a great deal of what it needs to flourish.
Local Attractions
Loch Ewe Distillery is the smallest distillery in Scotland and the only one to produce single malt from an illicit sized small still. As well as short tours, visitors can enjoy a 5 day distilling package whereby they will produce spirit and take it away to mature in their own home.
Sealife Glass Bottom Boat Cruises offer a unique way to to see the seas, wildlife and stunning scenery of Gairloch Bay. The waters here are crystal clear offering the best opportunity to see up close and in their natural habitat the wonderful marine life in this area. The region is rich and diverse in wildlife with many sea birds having their homes here including, Golden and Sea eagles, puffins, black throated divers and many more. Also to be seen on your cruise are common and grey seals, porpoises and if you are lucky an otter or basking shark, as well as a magical underworld where you can see crabs, stunning sea anemones, sea urchins, scallops and seaweed and at particular tide times freshwater oysters can be seen. Cruises are operated by Ric an experienced and professional guide who has so much knowledge and passion it is infectious. Ric is extremely friendly and jovial and gives the most interesting and enthralling tours that everyone will enjoy. The cruise affords the maximum opportunity to see as much wildlife as possible aboard the boat, in a relaxed and friendly setting. Young passengers are given a activity sheet along with pictures of what they will see, it really keeps them entertained. The cruise lasts about two hours and the prices are very reasonable for the quality of the trip and experience. Sealife Glass Bottom Cruises offer an amazing opportunity to see the wonderful marine life and scenery of this stunning area with the benefit of a charming and knowledgeable host, highly recommended.
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.
Learn about the people of Gairloch, their lives and their work throughout the ages. Take some time out in the croft house, browse the items at the village shop and compare your childhoods in the school room.
