Scottish Highlands & Islands holiday cottage: Shiel Bridge

Luxury Large Holiday Cottage to sleep 10/12 + 2

Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Woodlands and river in autumn
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Description Cottage, 2000 sq. ft.,
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12, 4 Bathrooms
Facilities mountain, near the sea, garden, pets considered, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property (GBP)
£720 - £950/week 
Miss Paula Reynolds
01189 462214
Speaks: English
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Photos and Description of this Scottish Highlands & Islands holiday cottage Lovely, warm and comfortable, large cottage surrounded by mountains.

Situated at the head of the awesome Glenshiel in the shadow of the five sisters of Kintail, Woodlands is a spacious and extremely comfortable, self-catering, large, holiday cottage. With 21 Munros in its vicinity (the Five Sisters and Saddle being accessed direct from the house!), it is perfect for hillwalkers and ramblers. It is also ideal for families with children. With pool, table and basketball on offer plus many board games, children love the house and what it has to offer (happy, occupied children = happy parents!). Of course, many adults enjoy these pastimes too. For those wishing to tour by car or by motorbike it is extremely well-located for touring most of the Highlands and Islands. Finally, Woodlands' atmosphere, size and layout is great for large get-togethers.
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Woodlands and river in autumn

Woodlands and river in autumn
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Exterior shot

Exterior shot
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Bedroom

Bedroom
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - View of Five Sisters from front garden

View of Five Sisters from front garden
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Lounge

Lounge
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Kitchen

Kitchen
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - glenshiel

glenshiel
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - View from lounge window

View from lounge window
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Area shot showing Woodlands' location

Area shot showing Woodlands' location
Scottish Highlands & Islands cottage rental - Twin bedroom front

Twin bedroom front

Location: Scottish Highlands & Islands in United Kingdom

Nearest Airport: Inverness at 75 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Armadale at 25 Miles
Nearest Beach: rocky at 0.2 Miles
Nearest Golf: Lochcarron at 18 Miles
Car: not necessary
Other attractions include the nearby Falls of Glomach, Eilean Donan Castle, the Iron Age Brochs of Glenelg and, of course, the abundance of wildlife the area has to offer. Golden eagles, pine martens, seals, porpoises, otters, wild goats and red deer have all been spotted in the vicinity. There was even a whale in nearby Loch Duich once! Woodlands is on the A87 to Skye at Shiel Bridge. To pinpoint its exact location see the OS Landranger map 33 Grid Ref 937189. Buses from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness and Skye all stop just over a hundred yards from the house. Alternatively, there is a spectacular train journey from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh.

Availability for this holiday cottage rental in Scottish Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom

Updated:
Nov 20, 2009
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Rental Rates for this holiday cottage in Scottish Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
Low Season 01 November 2009 - 31 March 2010 £720 - - 4 Nights
Mid Season 01 April 2010 - 30 June 2010 £820 - - 1 Week
High Season 01 July 2010 - 31 August 2010 £950 - - 1 Week
Mid Season 01 September 2010 - 31 October 2010 £820 - - 1 Week

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (British Pounds), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Woodlands is rented out Saturday to Saturday (with the exception of Xmas and New Year). In order to have time to clean the house in between changeovers, holidaymakers are asked to leave by 10am of the morning of departure and not arrive earlier than 4pm. During quiet periods this may be altered on request.
  • Please note that special rates apply to Easter, Whit, Christmas and New Year

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage rental in Scottish Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • mountain
  • near the sea
Theme:
  • family
  • activity
General:
  • central heating
  • linen provided
  • local maps
  • telephone
Kitchen:
  • oven
  • dish washer
  • freezer
  • fridge
  • hob
  • iron & board
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath (no shower), Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath (no shower)
    Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
    Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
  • There are 3 showers, 2 baths and 4 toilets arranged over the four rooms.
Bedrooms:
  • 5 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 12 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double Bed, sleeps 2
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Double Bed, sleeps 2
    Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon, sleeps 3
    Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed, sleeps 2
    Bedroom 5 - 2 Single Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon, sleeps 3
  • Two of the bedrooms are en-suite. Together the bedrooms sleep 10. There are two single futons and a bed settee in the spacious lounge which would sleep an additional 2 adults or 4 children.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • books
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • game room
  • games - all ages
  • pool table
  • video library
  • games - kids
  • CD
  • DVD
  • satellite or cable
  • video player
  • radio
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • garden
  • parking
  • 2 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
  • wheelchair inaccessible
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horse riding
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering
Attractions:
  • botanical garden
  • eco tourism
  • forests
  • groceries
  • recreation centre
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • mountain climbing
  • sight seeing
  • bay fishing
  • whale watching
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • reefs
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • waterfalls
Nearby Services:
  • medical services

Further details for this holiday cottage rental in Scottish Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom

Woodlands is a fantastic base for climbers, walkers and tourers. Apart from the multitude of Munros in Glenshiel itself, many other mountain ranges are reachable from Woodlands - the Cuillen hills, Knoydart, Glenelg, Torridon, the Ben Nevis range and Glen Affric. In addition, Glencoe is less than two hours away. For those who prefer to not go to such heights, there are countless mid and low level walks. Ramble through forests and isolated glens, wander alongside tumbling burns and cascading waterfalls, stroll along the banks of tranquil mountain lochs, or explore the miles of coastline the North West is famous for - all virtually on the doorstep! Woodlands is also extremely well-placed for touring the Highlands and Islands. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Applecross (made famous by Monte Hall's documentary series) accessed via the highest road in Scotland or take a cruise along Loch Ness and visit Urquhart Castle.

Closer to home there is the dramatic Eilean Donan Castle, the glorious Glenelg peninsular, the delightful Plockton or you may fancy going over the sea to Skye. Take a seal trip, sail in a glass-bottomed boat, go boating, pony trekking, mackarel fishing or just relax in the house and enjoy the views. As mentioned before, children love Woodlands. Apart from pool, table football, basketball and many board games, there is half an acre for them to run around in plus woodland to explore behind the house (please note that small children will need supervising as one third of the garden is steep and a small spring flows down the hillside). When they are finally tired at the end of a hard day's playing, there is a TV, Video and DVD player. Lastly, the 12-seater dining table attracts adults like moths to a flame and the huge lounge is perfect for socialising. Families scattered to the four corners of the earth have reunited under Woodlands' welcoming roof.

Reviews for this holiday cottage rental in Scottish Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom

Rating
5 out of 5

Fantastic holiday

althie warwick
Review Submitted: November 12, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2009
I was quite unprepared for the size and the sheer comfort of Woodlands as it is so modestly priced. Definitely a lot of house for your money. The views from the house are what I go to Scotland for which doesn't always go down well with the children who normally moan at us wanting to go somewhere more commercialised. However, on this holiday they had a whale at a time and are pestering us to book the house again. There was so much to do both at the house and in the area. The best thing as far as we parents were concerened (we were two families) is that we could have an evening sitting around the kitchen table (very inviting) knowing that the children were just next door in the lounge and happy! They rarely came in to us.

I'm not a big walker myself but the scenery around the house had me going out on many walks (much to the pleasure of my husband who is always wanting me to join him). The kids loved scrambling through the Woodland at the back of the house and adored the wild goats.

I definitely recommend Woodlands to friends and relatives, in fact to all families - it was perfect.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Back once more

BordersBagger Peebles
Review Submitted: October 14, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2008
We first visited Woodlands in 2002 and have been back several times since, either with the family or as a group of walkers. The scenery is fantastic as you travel up from the south, and just gets better and better the closer you get to the house. The views from the house of the Five Sisters and surrounding hills are stunning - whatever the weather. The location is great for Munro bagging, but if some in the party want something a little less strenuous, we have found plenty of lower level walks in the immediate neighbourhood that are just as scenic.

We have always found the house very clean and well-maintained. The pool table and table footy are a great idea, especially for the kids. Even with a big party, the lounge and kitchen are big enough that you don't feel crowded. The kitchen is pretty well equipped, but, when you are feeling lazy, the local pub/restaurant is just a short walk (as is the local craft shop - Kintail Crafts - which is well worth a visit).

Slightly further field, the Glenelg peninsula (for otters, seals, and a fantastically greedy half-tame stag who will eat out of your hand), Applecross (good food, beaches etc), and, of course, Skye (for everything) are all a short drive away.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Amazing Place

budgieboy Hastings
Review Submitted: October 7, 2009 Date of Stay: March 2009
This was our first visit to the North West Highlands and it did not disappoint ! The cottage was warm and inviting and the area it is set in is stunning. The choice of activities you can choose to do make this cottage an ideal base to start from whether it be mountain climbing, walking or visiting the local attractions nothing is very far away. The cottage was exceptionally clean and tidy with plenty to do for children and adults alike both day and night. The large map on the kitchen wall and all the maps and brochures were a great help and made finding places easier. Even the wettest days did not put us off as with a pool room, darts board and table football there was plenty to occupy us. From a walking perspective this cottage is ideal as just across the road is a testing climb and just 10 minutes down the road are more amazing climbs ranging from gentle to down right difficult !!! As a keen photographer I found this place exceptional as the varied wildlife from red deer to feral goats are right on your doorstep and it increases the further away from the roads you go. We visited in late March and had a fantastic time and will be returning again next year. I would recommend this cottage to friends and relatives without hesitation and to anyone who likes fresh air, nature, walking, climbing, photography and most of all peace and tranquility
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Rating
5 out of 5

Best Holiday Cottage

Captain Philosophy Oxford
Review Submitted: October 1, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
Woodlands is ideal for my purposes, and is the best holiday cottage I have found in Scotland.
Every year I take a party of final-year philosophy students for a week to get them refreshed and relaxed and to prepare them for the coming exams. So our wish-list is:

A large and well-equipped kitchen, with space for everyone round the table.
A large separate room for individual study during the day and more relaxed pursuits in the evening.
Internet access.
Plenty of bathrooms, so that queues do not delay us setting off on expeditions.
A central location, giving easy access to walks of varying seriousness to suit the varying abilities of our party.
A large display map of the region, so that we can show people where they are, what is available, and where they will be going.
Comfortable sleeping accommodation: my people need to sleep soundly, because they are going to have an exhausting week, one way or the other.
Easy access by rail/bus.
Off-road parking for up to 4 cars.
Ready access to petrol, the morning papers and fresh milk
And it has to be cheap. Students are poor.

Woodlands fits my wish-list to a T. The location could not be better. (Well, ideally, I would move the cottage 7 yards to the East to improve the view. But perhaps that's a little picky). As an old Kintail hand (I've been going there since 1960) I know that THE place to be in Kintail is at the Shiel Bridge junction, so that you can head East, West of South at will. And that is where Woodlands is. The Skye-Inverness coach stops outside the door. Shiel Bridge Filling Station (Petrol, papers, milk, and other stuff if you need it - though we don't, because we come stocked up for the week ) is 3 minutes on foot.

There are enough walks within 10 minutes by car to give the hard men 7 tough expeditions in a week, and the weaker souls 7 excellent rambles.

And it is CHEAP. Less than Youth Hostel prices for a much superior experience.

The owners have been unfailingly helpful. They keep the place clean and well-maintained. It is warm and cosy, even in the worst of weather. So I recommend Woodlands to anyone.

Last thoughts: Anyone with a sense of aesthetic taste, or a sense of Scottish history, or even just a preference for food that is not disgusting, will of course avoid the Jack O'Bite Restaurant. The Kintail Lodge Hotel is not the ornament it once was, nowadays being overpriced with poor food. But the pubs in Dornie are excellent.
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