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The Birdhouse

Applecross, Highland
Self-catering
+44 (0)1263 768440
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Per night
£180 - £220
Per week
£1000 - £1400

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Pets welcome

A perfectly romantic and gorgeously restored bothy in a garden on a hillside by the sea, with grand views over the mountains of Skye

Per night
£180 - £220
Per week
£1000 - £1400

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£180 - £220 per night

£1000 - £1400 per week

The Experience

Applecross is the Gaelic word for sanctuary and if you are in need of that, you’ll find it here. The views alone are enough to still your heart and let your spirit soar – the stunning Cuillin mountains on one side of you and the sea on the other. Step inside to a magical open-plan living room and kitchen with store cupboard basics plus a bottle of fizz, another of Applecross ale and good highland crackers.

Pack up a picnic and walk to a choice of beaches, stride hills and dales by rivers and lochs, sea kayak, fish or swim. There is wildlife everywhere, starting outside the cottage with wandering sheep, ducks, hens, geese and red deer. The Applecross Inn is two and a half miles, The Walled Garden restaurant another half mile – make sure you book.

Hunker down in a comfy sofa with the wood-burning stove doing its stuff, sleep under a beautiful canopy of branches, wake to birdsong, a sense of happiness and more sea views.

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We think you'll love

  • Walking down to the beach for a swim and back to the pub for a warm-up!
  • Getting here by train on one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world!
  • The magical effect of Applecross on your soul
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You should know

  • There are lots of animals wandering about
  • It's not good for those with mobility problems
  • One dog only, by arrangement, £30

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

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Pricing

Nightly price
from £180
Weekly price
from £1000
Damage deposit
£150
1 House for 2
From £1801 bed1 bedroom

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Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 3 nights on weekdays. 3 nights at weekends. 3 nights in high season. Short breaks available.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals
Pubs/restaurants 3 miles.

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Reviews

Mark, Pitsea

Just had a magical 2 nights at the Birdhouse, thankyou for having us. A lovely property for which to explore Applecross. It has everything you need and the shower is bliss. If you are lucky to be there on a clear night, the sky is breathtaking with clear views of the milky way.

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Tim, Newcastle upon Tyne

We had a wonderful 5 day stay in the Birdhouse. Such a cosy, comfortable bothy from where to explore the Applecross peninsula. The walks to the Coral beach and along the Applecross river were magical. We ate twice at the Applecross Inn, once at the InnSideOut and once at the Walled Garden. All were truly fantastic with great beer from the Applecross brewery. Our Golden Retriever had a wonderful time. Highly recommended.

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Michele, Derby

The Birdhouse is a tranquil bothy with views of The Cuillins and Raasay over breakfast, with birdsong from a huge array of birds. Lots of info about local walks, swimming and where to eat, all fabulous. We had the most wonderful week for our 30th wedding anniversary and we recommend highly.

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Richard, London

A wonderful stay in The Birdhouse. We loved the property, and it's location with views over Skye. The house itself has everything that you would need and is really cosy. Gregor and Kirsten were excellent hosts and available for any questions. We would recommend staying here in a heartbeat and look forward to coming back again soon.

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Alice, Penrith

We had a wonderful stay in the Birdhouse. It was so comfortable and warm and a great retreat from Storm Ashley. Very well equipped with a great shower and very comfy bed! Wonderful to walk from the door, both coastal and hill walks. Applecross itself also has a great pub and walled garden, both great places to eat.

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Location

The neighbourhood

The house sits in the owner's garden in the hamlet of Culduie with west-facing views over Skye and the Inner Sound. Apart from the wonderful pub in the village there is a good shop which will do holiday starter packs and deliver. You can also pre-order food from the House of Bruar and collect it packed in ice. Torrdian is 40 minutes in the car for more wonderful walks, a mighty loch and views.

Local points of interest from Val Woodhouse

  • Explore the Applecross Estate Walled Garden and eat in the gorgeous Walled Garden Restaurant - the food is divine and the atmosphere relaxing and peaceful.
  • Eat at the famous Applecross Inn. Fabulous range of seafood, excellent extensive menu. Bustling in summer and quieter and more snug in winter. Eat outside in summer at their Inside Out Fish 'n Chip Airstream, serving Ice-cream from Applecross Ices...Yum!
  • Applecross Heritage Centre is a haven for information on all the local history. Learn about the Monastic history and historical spots to visit in Applecross and the area. Lots of leaflets available. Great walking leaflet with lovely short and longer walks.
  • Bealach Na Ba / Pass of the Cattle - this is the famous route into Applecross. The Bealach is one of the highest mountain passes in Britain. Not for the faint hearted but stunning scenery at the top. This route forms part of the famous NC500.
  • Sands beach 4 miles along the coast road from the Applecross Inn. This beach is a well known very beautiful spot to walk, ponder, walk your dog or wild swim. Walk to and from Sand along the Sand path from behind Clachan Manse to build up an appetite!
  • Explore the numerous short and long walks weaving in and around Applecross Estate. Beautiful scenery, steeped in history. Find the quiet and attractive 'Lost Path' to wander along on amongst the leafy canopy of oak trees. Leaflets available for walks.

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Introducing

Val Woodhouse

Val and her husband are sailors and divide their time between Portugal and the Isle of Skye.

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