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The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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2 Peterburn Melvaig, Gairloch, IV21 2DX
  • Big Sand Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gairloch Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gairloch

Oceanside stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Gairloch cottage, you'll find Big Sand Beach and Rua Reidh Lighthouse. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Gairloch Heritage Museum and Gairloch Beach.

What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Gairloch Beach - 19 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Inverewe Gardens - 28 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Redpoint Beach - 39 min drive - 22.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Coffee Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sheiling Resteraunt - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Am Bard Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Malvaig Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878

The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut is a bijou handcrafted shepherd’s hut situated in a stunning location with incredible views across the sea.. 4 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Gravelled patio with garden furniture. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 1 car, bottom of access road. No smoking. Please note: Access to the property is by rough track.. The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut has been inspired by a traditional, original design, and has been cleverly conceived by the owners to provide every amenity in a small but beautifully contained space. Perched on the hillside above Skye and the Outer Hebrides, in its own croft land setting, it provides warm, cosy, peaceful accommodation in a totally undisturbed setting. Ideal for couples and singles who truly want to get away from it all. The living, dining, kitchen and bedroom areas are all heated by a cosy wood burner, and the wet room completes this lovely shepherds hut.

The renowned west coast village of Gairloch is just a short 5-mile drive away, which has an excellent selection of amenities, including a good selection of shops, small supermarket, restaurants, bars and cafes. Fishing and sightseeing boat trips run from Gairloch throughout the season, along with hill-walking, climbing, sailing, kayaking all available locally. There are wonderful walks direct from the hut, along with numerous spectacular sandy beaches all along this unspoilt coastline. There are many places to visit, including the Inverewe Gardens near Poolewe, Loch Maree and the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve near Kinlochewe, and to the south, Torridon and the outstanding mountain scenery in this area as well as the pretty village of Lochcarron. A trip to Ullapool is within a day trip from Gairloch and you will pass several highland villages and crofting communities along the way, including Poolewe, Aultbea, Laide, Camusnagaul, Dundonnell. Beach 170 yards.

Free WiFi



Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.

There are steps to the property.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

Letting licence no.: HI10008F

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number HI10008F

Property is also known as

su-UKC6878-UKC6878

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 to the airport?

This cottage is 118.1 mi (288-min drive) away from the Stornoway (SYY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 to the beach?

This cottage is 4 mi (20-min drive) from Big Sand Beach and 7.9 mi (27-min drive) from Gairloch Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 to downtown Gairloch?

This cottage is 5.4 mi away from Gairloch.

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