The Old Bull Pen

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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

North Strome in Lochcarron

from £47 / night

£325–£450 / week

Short stays welcome

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

7 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

The Old Bull Pen is in the secluded hamlet of North Strome, two miles from the village of Loch Carron. The cottage has an enclosed garden and is on the quiet single track road that only leads to the hamlet of Ardeneaskin.
The old ferry slipway is close by, which is frequently used for fishing, without any anticipation of a large catch. Close to the slipway are the ruins of Strome Castle which offers fantastic views down the loch to Plockton and the Isle of skye.
The area is very central to some of the grandest and wildest mountainous areas of Scotland, and so the location is an excellent centre for walking and hill climbing. There is a small golf course in Loch Carron and fishing, sailing and horse riding can all be done locally.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, modern toilet with shower, lounge/dinning room and two bedrooms. One room has a king size bed with the other bedroom a double bed with a single bunk above it. The lounge is equipped with a very cosy wood burning stove.

There is a television/ DVD/ video player with a good selection of videos DVD's and books.

The cottage is also equipped with a telescope and fishing rod which guests are welcome to make use of. During the winter the lack of light pollution means that the sky on a clear night is stunning.

There is a good sized enclosed garden and an area for the BBQ and garden table etc.

Further details outdoors:
Large fenced grassed garden with hill to the immediate rear.

Further details

Bedding is supplied as is one bath and one handtowel per person.

Conditions

Smoking is not permitted inside the cottage. Please only smoke outside.

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The Old Bull Pen

 

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Another view of the cottage (centre)

 

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View of the cottage from across the loch

 

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View over to Skye from 100 meters across the road.

The Scottish Highlands region

This is central to the stunning and wild mountain regions of Skye and Torridon. The Applecross peninsular is close by with its dramatic Bealach Na Ba road. To the south is Eilean Donan castle and Glen Shiel.

There are both gentle walks through the Glens and forrests as well as many more challenging hills and climbing for the serious walkers and climbers. The cottage is central for a huge range of Munros. The scenic villages of Plockton to the south and Shieldaig to the north are close by.

The panoramic photos are taken from the hill behind the cottage - Bad a'Chremha. Although this hill is only 395 metres high there is no easy path to the top, but the views are superb from there. These photos were taken ona rather dull winters day.

The Lochcarron / North Strome area

The village of Loch Carron has two hotels with restaurants, a bistro and a cafe as well as an excellent grocer, butcher and garage.

How to get there

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Driving - 1 1/2 hours from Inverness, 2 hours from Fort William
Nearest railway station is Strathcarron 8 miles from the cottage. There is a taxi service available in Loch Carron.

Activities near Lochcarron

Reviews

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10 Jul 2012

“Excellent” Loved this cottage, full of books, videos and games to keep you entertained. Clean, all mod cons and in a perfect setting. The shop in Lochcarron is brilliant as is the food both at the bistro and... more

27 May 2012

“Couldn't have wished for more” This cottage overlooks the Loch in an glorious setting. The house is bang up to date with all mod cons and I'm choosy. The heating works well and the wood buring stove works perfectly. I... more

11 Mar 2012

“Excellent cottage with all the facilities you could wish for” The cottage was very comfortable and included everything you could wish for, as it had been used by the owners before so included a full DVD library, useful books and tips. Would fully recommend the... more

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30 Oct 2011

“chill out week” Very peacefull spot if you want an away from all holiday. Could not fault cottage. Good food and ale at lochcarron hotel. Local shop has everthing you need Plenty of good walks with great scenery. A visit to Applecross is a must via th.e highest road in UK.

30 Oct 2011

“A delight in every way.” Old Bull Pen is a delight. Warm, homely,with all you require down to the finest detail. Its location together with all that the area and its people offer will not disapoint. Thank You Ewen, Barry

30 Oct 2011

“Great place for a Scottish holiday” Lovely place - house very well equipped with everything you could want - even bikes and a BBQ. The fire is lovely in the evenings. Highly recommended!

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30 Oct 2011

“Fantastic retreat that provided everything you could want whilst on holiday” A fantastic cottage that was warm, comfortable and secluded. Everything had been thought of in all of the rooms and the welcome guidance was clear and thorough. There was also a good pile of things to do and places to visit. I would recommend it whole-heartedly to anyone wanting a break from the hurly-burly of every day life!

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	30 Mar 13	1 Jun 13	350£ 350	-	-	1 Week
	1 Jun 13	30 Jun 13	400£ 400	-	-	1 Week
	30 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	425£ 425	-	-	1 Week
	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	375£ 375	-	-	1 Week
	28 Sep 13	22 Dec 13	325£ 325	-	-	1 Week
	22 Dec 13	5 Jan 14	450£ 450	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

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