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Glaick
Balmacara
Kyle of Lochalsh
Ross-shire
IV40 8DN

Regional Information

Northern Isles: From wild, spectacular scenery to a deep sense of history and a life defined by the sea, the Northern Isles offer a chance to really get away from it all.

Highlands & Western Isles: Dramatic peaks, often capped with snow well into the summer, reflected in serene lochans; along the jagged coastline, a panorama of blue Hebridean islands;all combine to make this a holiday destination you will never forget.

Craggan Cottage, Balmacara Estate

RatingVery Good
AreaHighlands, Western Isles & Northern Isles
Sleeps4Bedrooms2

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A traditional property situated in the small village of Glaick on the north shore of Loch Alsh, this most attractive cottage has outstanding coastal views and stands in its own secluded garden. The garden leads down to a stony beach. The property is furnished with high quality period pieces in keeping with the character of the cottage.
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Accommodation details:

Sitting room, large kitchen with dining table and bathroom with bath and shower on the ground floor. One double and one twin bedroom on the first floor.

Services : oli-fired central heating, multi-fuel stove in sitting room, water heated by immersion.

Additional information:

Parking is available immediately outside the cottage, which is accessed by a narrow track. It is very difficult to turn vehicles outside the cottage, so some reversing is usually required and this needs to be done with great care. Alternative parking is available at the start of the track, about 50 metres from the cottage. Public transport accessible.

Craggan Cottage is only available for full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) throughout the year.

Guests who are interested in booking a larger family/group stay at Balmacara, will be pleased to hear that additional accommodation is available at Ferry Cottage. This single-storey cottage, which was once the waiting room for ferry passengers travelling by steamer and sailing boat to and from Balmacara, offers comfortable accommodation for 4 guests with the added bonus of magnificent coastal views.

About the property:

A crofting estate of 2,550 hectares (6,300 acres) with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross, Balmacara includes the village of Plockton, an Outstanding Conservation Area. Visitors can discover more about this area at the interpretation centre at Balmacara Square.

From here easy access is now possible by road bridge to the Isle of Skye.

About the area:

Lochalsh House Policies offer quiet sheltered walks by the lochside among mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches.

Both cottages are approximately 1 mile from Balmacara village where visitors will be able to obtain basic supplies. In Kyle, approximately 3 miles away, a wider variety of shops can be found: butchers, chemist, banks, supermarket, eating out places, etc.

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