Cairn Shiel
About the home
This modern bungalow stands in a private and prime location with uninterrupted views and within the Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve, which is renowned for its variety of wildlife, magnificent scenery and mountain trails; an ideal base for touring the North West Highlands.
The house has commanding views on all sides, including two of Scotland's greatest mountains; Slioch and Beinn Eighe and just a short distance from Torridon and Loch Maree.
Pine Martens visit the house regularly (especially if you feed them!) and deer and eagles are often seen.
The house is a short distance from the numerous sandy beaches and bays around Gairloch, Red Point and Torridon.
This is a perfect location for wildlife including trips to see whales, Basking Sharks, Seals, walking/climbing, touring, and enjoying the magnificent scenery. Other quality cottages by the sea, near Gairloch.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 3 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Sea view |
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| General: | TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (5), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, Private fishing lake / river |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Storage heaters act in place of central heating and other mod-cons, such as tumble drier, filter coffee maker and satellite TV are also supplied.
Further details outdoors:
Cairn Shiel faces onto the mountain of Beinn Eighe, and there is a track beside the house that leads up to the mountain. Magnificent views from various points along the way. Wildlife lovers will be enchanted by our visitng pine martens which come most evenings if food is put out for them.
Conditions
Well behaved pets by arrangement.
Sheets, pillow case, bath and handtowels and tea towels can be provided at an extra charge. Electricity is metered and the amount will be deducted from your retainer. The meter will be read on arrival and departure.
A deposit of £100 per week is requested in advance, together with a retainer of £40. The balance is payable 6 weeks prior to the commencement of your holiday. Bookings are from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 9.30am
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The Scottish Highlands region


The Scottish Highlands include the rugged and mountainous regions of Scotland north and west of the Highland Boundary Fault. The Highlands are popularly described as one of the most scenic regions of Europe. The area is generally sparsely populated, with many mountain ranges dominating the region.
The Kinlochewe area
Kinlochewe is a small village near Loch Maree and Torridon in northwest Scotland.
Fishermen will be pleased to hear that there is a choice of salmon, sea trout, brown trout, pike, and sea fishing. You can also take falconry courses, or go and visit the deer museum after some deerstalking! For the adventurous, there are plenty of opportunities for climbing, kayaking, pony trekking, whale-watching trips or even boat trips to view Viking graves on Loch Maree or the puffin colony on the Shiant Islands. Alternatively visit the famous Inverewe Gardens.
Shopping and petrol are available in Kinlochewe Village, approx. half a mile.The Kinlochewe Hotel is open most of the year, providing bar meals etc. There are also 2 tearooms in the village.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Inverness: 100 km |
| Railway: | Achnasheen: 15 km |
| Ferry: | Ullapool: 80 km |
LOCATION:
Torridon: 10 miles / Gairloch: 20 miles
Inverness: 50 miles / Ullapool: 55 miles
CAR HIRE:
Preferential rates available from Arnold Clark in Inverness. Prices from £19.99 per day or £99 per week. Please ask us for further details.
BY AIR:
Inverness Airport: Budget flights to Inverness with FlyBe and Easyjet.
Activities near Kinlochewe
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 23 Nov 2011 |
As a mountaineer i can honestly say if i could buy a cottage in any location Torridon's Ciarn Sheil would be it. Beinn Eighe is basically in the backgarden, with Liathach & Beinn Alligin five minutes drive down the road. If you head in the other direction you come (via the lovely cosy climber's pub at Kinlochewe Hotel within easy walking distance!) to the base of Slioch... what more could you want? Actually if the answer to that is comfortable accommodation with some resident pine martens and an accesible selection of non-challenging but still stunning walks (in case your muscles need a chance to recover between Munroes) then stay here - you will not regret anything but leaving! |
Rental prices
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| Low Season | 30 Oct 11 | 17 Dec 11 | £ 225 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 7 Jan 12 | 28 Jan 12 | £ 245 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jan 12 | 11 Feb 12 | £ 325 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 11 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 22 Sep 12 | £ 465 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 20 Oct 12 | £ 395 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 385 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 15 Dec 12 | £ 245 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Dec 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 275 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 475 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
PLEASE NOTE. Off season tariffs do vary and short breaks are available subject to vacancies. High season rates are applicable for Easter.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 5 years listed You are contacting Frank & Dianne Buckley
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This bungalow has received 1 review from previous guests. ![]() |
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