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SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION in Designated National Scenic Area Melvaig near Gairloch Wester Ross - Scottish Highlands |
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This traditional detached cottage
is located in the quiet crofting
community of Melvaig, near Gairloch.
Situated about 300 yards from the shore, the cottage overlooks the sea, offering stunning sunsets and views of Skye, Harris, Lewis and the Shiants. The Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve and The Torridon mountains are just a short distance away from the numerous sandy beaches, coves, caves and bays which are located around Melvaig, Gairloch and Red Point. |
 'Freyja', Melvaig, Gairloch Wester Ross 1V21 2EA |
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Melvaig has a cafe bar/restaurant.
The area's attractions include: a swimming pool, whale-watching
and marine-life trips, including visits to
the puffin colonies on the Shiant islands, salmon, trout and sea-fishing, golf course and pony trekking. Also, boat trips on Loch Maree to view Viking graves, bike hire, deer museum, guided hill walks and Inverewe Gardens, to name but a few.
The rugged coastline around Melvaig and to Rua Reidh Lighthouse (approx. 4 miles) is a haven for nesting birds, basking sharks, seals, whales and otters, and also offering wonderful coastal walks. |
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Comfortable lounge/dining area, with electric fire, colour TV, video, DVD player and CD/radio/cassette player. The lounge windows overlook the sea and islands. |
The ground floor accommodation comprises a fully fitted modern kitchen, with sea views, well-equipped with electric cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, toaster etc. plus a good range of crockery and utensils.  |
The bathroom has a modern suite with electric over-bath shower and a wall heater
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The house is double glazed throughout and heated by storage heaters.
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LOCATION
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Gairloch 10 miles / Torridon 40 miles / Ullapool 65 miles / Inverness 80 miles
Click here for a map indicating the exact location of the house
Preferential car hire rates are available from Arnold Clark who have branches in Inverness. They operate one of the UK's largest car rental and van rental fleets, with coverage in every major town and city in Scotland. Book a car online.
Inverness Airport: flights to Inverness with BMI, British Airways, Easyjet and Flybe
Cost Effective Holiday Insurance
TARIFF
£175 - £385 per week
A deposit £100 per week is requested in advance, together with a retainer.
The balance is payable 6 weeks prior to the commencement of your holiday.
Bookings are from Saturday 4pm to Saturday 9.30am.
Sheets, pillowcases, bath towels and tea towels can be provided at an extra charge.
Electricity is metered and the amount due will be deducted from your retainer.
The meter will be read on arrival and departure.
Internet access is available at a supplement.
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