Cottages in Durness, Scourie, Kinlochbervie & Tongue

Transvaal House    Durness

Situated on the outskirts of the ancient crofting village of Durness lies this large holiday home. With simple, no-nonsense accommodation, the property is comfortable and minimal, though well equipped throughout. Able to sleep nine people in two double rooms, a family room with three single beds and a room containing adult bunks, this home is a great location for anyone looking to go on holiday with a large group of friends or their extended family.

The Cottage    Rispond, near Durness

Perched on the hillside within a 300-acre Scottish Highland estate is The Cottage. This traditional detached stone cottage enjoys panoramic views across to the picturesque harbour and hills beyond. It has been thoughtfully arranged so that the main living area is on the first floor, making the most of the views. It runs the whole length of the cottage and has a warm and welcoming wood burner and deep leather sofas providing a very good level of comfort. The large sofa bed converts to a double bed.

The Old School House    Oldshoremore, near Kinlochbervie

Originally the village school that served a small rural community in north west Sutherland, The Old School House has been transformed into a delightful stone cottage surrounded by its own enclosed landscaped cottage gardens. The lounge runs the length of the cottage. With the original high ceilings, large windows and Victorian fireplace, this superb room has a warm, welcoming ambience and provides plenty of space for guests to sit and admire the view whilst enjoying a wee dram or two in front of the open fire.

Eddrachillis Cottage    near Scourie

A beautiful secluded location close to Scourie in North West Sutherland. Ideally located for exploring the glorious landscape of this area with its stunning mountains and beaches.

This historic, spacious and cosy cottage is set on ground level with a double, a twin and a single bedroom. There are two living rooms and a central kitchen.

Roslyn    Bettyhill, near Thurso

Roslyn is a detached cottage, set into the hillside above Torrisdale Bay, one of the most spectacular beaches to be found in the British Isles. Built by the owner’s father fifty years ago to maximise the views across the bay, the cottage enjoys the most amazing seascapes from every aspect. Roslyn has been renovated to provide bright contemporary accommodation throughout, thoughtfully furnished with your comfort in mind. The fully fitted kitchen has an oil Rayburn as well as an electric cooker.

Cor An Easan    Melness

Cor an Easan is a traditional croft cottage, situated in a stunning location with superb sea views. This detached two storey holiday cottage is accessed via a short track in the pretty hamlet of Melness. Overlooking a superb sandy bay and surrounded by majestic mountain ranges, the cottage provides peace and tranquillity and is an ideal base from which to explore this wonderful and totally unspoilt region.

An Tigh Earna    Scourie

Why not come and stay at An Tigh Earna, a recently built house situated in the beautiful crofting village of Scourie. In its own grounds, with delightful views out over the Atlantic Ocean, it has been awarded Four Stars by the Scottish Tourist Board. The house is fully equipped with all modern amenities, including central heating, and is furnished to a high standard. Sleeping 6 in 3 bedrooms (1 en-suite), it has a comfortable lounge with real fire, dining room, well equipped kitchen, utility, and bathroom. Perfect for enjoying the fabulous scenery, beaches, wildlife, walking, fishing, boat trips in the area.

Bydand Cottage    Melness, near Tongue

Bydand Cottage is a traditional detached stone croft cottage situated in a quiet hamlet and enjoys superb uninterrupted sea views. Forming part of a working croft, this pretty cottage has been in the same family for over 100 years. Set back from the lane, the cottage is entered through the pretty tended gardens which overlook the spectacular sweeping bay below. The cosy living room has the same wonderful views. The bright kitchen/dining room looks out across the generously proportioned back garden.

Scourie Cottage    Scourie

Our beautiful Scourie Cottage has been recently renovated to a high standard, it's lovely and cosy and has stunning views. Stylish open plan living with leather sofas and wood burning stove, two bedrooms, luxury bathroom, separate shower room.

Scourie is a village on the North West coast of Scotland, located about halfway between Ullapool and Durness. It's an excellent getaway location to remove yourself from all the hustle and bustle and relax in peace, with idyllic views, great walks, fishing and plenty more.

Balnakeil House    near Durness

Balnakeil House is an A listed nine bedroom Highland lodge sleeping up to 17. A large, luxurious, historic home on a beautiful sandy beach in the far north west Highlands near Durness, Sutherland.

Fully restored and sympathetically refurbished to provide a unique and luxurious experience. Step into a timeless décor in sympathy with the surroundings, solid wooden furniture and heated slate floors, lovely Anta furnishings. When you stay, you will not want to leave. Awarded 5 stars by Visit Scotland. Balnakeil House is an ideal base for a holiday in the Highlands.

Skipaflotta    Kinlochbervie

Skipaflotta is an architecturally designed house in the remote North of Scotland. Nearby is the famous Sandwood Bay Beach backed by sand dunes and a loch. Heading North you will find Durness the most Northerly point in Scotland home of the spectacular Smoo Cave. Skipalotta has two bedrooms sleeping four people and a family sized bathroom. The ground floor is open plan, with kitchen and sitting area with a wood-burning stove. Outside you can find a private balcony with wonderful views of the surrounding area.

The Byre    Rispond, near Durness

Situated on a 300-acre Scottish Highland estate, these two historic properties, The Fish House and The Byre, lie close to a picturesque, natural harbour and enjoy stunning views across this wild and unspoilt area. The Fish House is set over three floors, whilst The Byre is a stone barn conversion. Both stand detached on the Rispond Lodge Estate, which is accessed via a short lane off the spectacular route known as the North Coast 500 in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Cnoclochan    Scourie

With spectacular panoramic sea views out to Handa Island, Cnoclochan is a large detached bungalow set amidst the dramatic Sutherland scenery in the lovely village of Scourie. Renowned for its walking, fishing and bird watching, Cnoclochan is the perfect base to explore this magical area. Read a book in front of the cosy fire or try and spot a puffin down at the beach, this welcoming cottage promises a relaxing holiday for everyone.

Ben Loyal View    Tongue

Ben Loyal View is a detached cottage near the village of Tongue in the Northern Highlands of Scotland. The cottage sleeps six people with one ground floor king-size double with en-suite, two doubles one with en-suite bath and one with en-suite shower. Also in the cottage are a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room. Outside is ample off road parking and garden with furniture. Situated in the centre of the Northern Highlands of Scotland, Ben Loyal View is a lovely family home all year round.

Croft 103    near Durness

Croft 103 incorporates two five-star, award winning self-catering properties, Hill and Shore Cottage. Located on the shores of Loch Eriboll, in North West Sutherland, Croft 103 is set in an area of unparalleled natural beauty. These stunning low impact buildings benefit from the very best in traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge contemporary design. At Croft 103, Fiona and Robbie Mackay have created the ultimate escape for couples who want to be a world away from it all - together. An idyllic completely bespoke bolthole this has always been about quality, sustainability and the creation of an experience fully in tune with the natural environment

Balnakeil Bothy    near Durness

A fabulous little beachside bothy. Waken in the morning and step out the door onto the beach, walk along amazing white sands, through spectacular dunes surrounded by an abundance of wildlife and wild plants.

With an open plan living area and Anta furnishings this is a sumptuous and welcoming spot to return to. Although compact, much thought has gone into providing all the essentials and more. A new window allows you to gaze across the sea whilst enjoying your meals. The perfect place for solitude, romance and to enjoy the fabulous scenery.

Eddrachillis Byre    near Scourie

A beautiful secluded location close to Scourie in North West Sutherland. Ideally located for exploring the glorious landscape of this area with its stunning mountains and beaches.

This newly refurbished stable has a light, double-height, open living area with exposed beams and original stonework, a double bedroom, bathroom and utility room.

Christies    Scourie

Christies is a traditional style property situated in a quiet location in the village of Scourie in North West Sutherland. The property sits in an elevated coastal position overlooking Scourie Bay and its beach, both of which are just a few minutes walk down from the property. The coastline of this part of Sutherland is rugged and the scenery ever changing. The property is an ideal base to explore the area further and benefits from having village amenities close to hand.

Mountain View    Oldshorebeg

Mountain View is a detached cottage in the small hamlet of Oldshore Beg near Kinlochbervie in the Highlands. The cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms which include a double with an en-suite shower room, a second double and a family room. There is also a bathroom, a kitchen with a breakfast bar and a dining area, a utility and a sitting room with a multi-fuel stove. Outside there is ample off road parking and a decked terrace with furniture.

Northern Lights    Skinnet, near Tongue

This detached, former fisherman/crofter’s cottage has been tastefully restored to provide very comfortable holiday accommodation. The property overlooks the Kyles of Tongue, a dramatic expanse of pristine golden sand, and the many skerries that create this fabulous coastline. The ever-changing seascape and light make this area a truly get-away-from-it-all holiday experience. The area has much to offer, with Ben Hope and Ben Loyal for the serious climber and low level coastal walks.

The View    Achriesgill, near Kinlochbervie

Located in the very north west of Scotland, near Kinlochbervie. Our warm and comfortable one level semi-detached house includes 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room and level access shower room. Self contained garden and patio area. With spectacular views in a very peaceful location this is the ideal accommodation for your holiday in the Highlands.

The View is only a short drive from all the beauty spots of the North West Sutherland: Sandwood bay; Smoo Cave in Durness; Handa Island near Scourie; the breath-taking beaches near Kinlochbervie and much more.

The Poor House    near Tongue

Built in the last decade of the 19th century, The Poor House is a fine example of a corrugated iron longhouse. The Poor House is now a 6 berth self-catering cottage that sits alongside the A836, approximately 4 miles east of the village of Tongue. We provide comfortable, spacious accommodation for weary travellers of all kinds. Centrally located alongside the famous North Coast 500 our cosy highland hideaway is ideally situated for those looking to explore The Highlands, and particularly Sutherland, up close. Individual, single night occupancies available!

The Cottage    Durness

The fabulous Cottage at Mackays in Durness is quite a find. A holiday house should be as good if not much better than your own house. You should never want to leave! This is our ethos!

The ground floor is open plan, with heated stone floor throughout. The kitchen is well equipped, living room offers oversized sofas, television and gadgets galore, wifi etc. Large patio doors open onto the roofed deck with views out over the wild North Atlantic ocean. Three bedrooms with exquisite attention to detail deliver modern Highland style.

Hill Cottage    Fanagmore, near Scourie

Hill Cottage, Fanagmore, near Scourie, is a traditional stone built self catering cottage set in a stunning location overlooking Loch Laxford on the North west coast of Scotland, approximately 90 miles north of Inverness. This part of Western Scotland is a remote area of outstanding natural beauty, with island-studded bays, gleaming sandy beaches and towering cliffs, giving stunning views across the ocean towards the Western Isles. Irrespective of what you expect from a holiday here you cannot fail to be awestruck by the beauty of this place. It is an ideal location from which to explore the local area or as a centre to tour the North and West of Scotland.

The Cottage    Sheigra, Kinlochbervie

The Cottage at Sheigra is an ideal holiday base for outdoor enthusiasts, in a remote and tranquil area of the north west Highlands with views over the Atlantic. The rocky landscape, lochs and pristine sandy beaches are there to be explored. You can walk to Sandwood Bay from the cottage - there are several Munros to climb, sea/loch fishing, kayaking and pony trekking. Visit Handa Island with its spectacular seabird colonies,.Eas a’ Chual Aluinn - Britain’s highest waterfall, Smoo Cave and so much more.

Achriesgill Cottage    Achriesgill, near Kinlochbervie

Traditional former croft house based on the beautiful unspoilt north west cost, ideally situated for those wishing to explore this wonderful part of Scotland. The cottage has been modernised and is well equipped, with stunning elevated views looking over Loch Inchard. The area is renowned for its many majestic mountains, beautiful secluded sandy beaches, its unique geology and wildlife in abundance.

Lochinchard Cottages    Kinlochbervie

Just 50 yards from the sea, commanding superb views of Loch Inchard and the mountains beyond, this detached bungalow is located in this popular north west fishing village. There are excellent opportunities for hill walking and climbing, bird watching and fishing, plus boat trips to seal colonies, Cape Wrath Lighthouse and Handa Island Bird Sanctuary. There are two grocery shops and a few pubs and restaurants in the area.

Naver Cottage    near Kinbrace

Within easy walking distance of the beautiful River Naver and woodlands, this croft house which has been renovated to the highest standards offers very comfortable accommodation in a secluded setting. Visitors are welcome to explore the 60 acre fenced grounds of the croft, which is located close to the edge of the famous flow country, and offers an ideal base for touring the most northern areas of the Scottish mainland, John O’Groats and Orkney Islands.

Dunbuie    Talmine, near Tongue

Dunbuie is a large traditional, detached stone cottage situated in a rural location, just a stone’s throw from a stunning sandy bay in the far north west of Scotland. Dunbuie has been in the same family since it was built over a 100 years ago. The great grandfather of the current owner was a cabinet maker by trade and some of his workmanship can still be seen in the cottage.

Polin Croft    near Blairmore, near Kinlochbervie

Cosy cottage, located within the John Muir Sandwood Estate, with stunning views onto Polin Beach which is only a few minutes walk away. Polin Croft is fully equipped for a relaxing holiday in this beautiful part of Scotland. Prime location for many beautiful coastal and mountain walks.

The Auld Kirk    Melvich

The Auld Kirk is a wonderful, detached cottage set four miles from Melvich in the Scottish Highlands. Originally a church, this superb holiday property has two bedrooms, each with an en-suite, including a ground floor king-size double and a first floor family room. There's also a family bathroom, a mezzanine sitting area on the first floor and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is a patio garden with furniture along with ample off road parking.

The Fish House    Rispond, near Durness

Situated on a 300-acre Scottish Highland estate, these two historic properties, The Fish House and The Byre, lie close to a picturesque, natural harbour and enjoy stunning views across this wild and unspoilt area. The Fish House is set over three floors, whilst The Byre is a stone barn conversion. Both stand detached on the Rispond Lodge Estate, which is accessed via a short lane off the spectacular route known as the North Coast 500 in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Loch Inchard Holiday Cottages    Kinlochbervie

Superbly located in the north west fishing port just yards from the shore, this detached bungalow has a stunning view over Loch Inchard to Ben Arkle. There is a fish market most evenings and the village is surrounded by superb hills and mountains all suitable for walking and climbing. Of interest locally are Cape Wrath lighthouse, Handa Island Bird Sanctuary and spectacular white sandy beaches all of which are within easy reach. There are two grocery shops in the area with bread, milk and papers coming in daily.

Old Grumbeg Cottage    Bettyhill

Old Grumbeg Cottage is a charming, whitewashed cottage near the village of Bettyhill in the Scottish Highlands. The cottage can sleep four people in two bedrooms, which are made up of a double and a twin as well as a separate bathroom. The rest of the cottage is made up of a kitchen with dining area and woodburner and a sitting room with open fire. To the outside is ample off road parking and a lawned garden with furniture.