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Kinlochewe and the Torridon area is situated approximately 50 miles west of Inverness and placed amidst the magnificent scenery of the Torridon Hills , the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, bordered by Loch Maree and Loch Torridon . The spectacular mountains in the Torridon area, including the Munro's Beinn Alligan, Beinn Eighe, Slioch and Liathach offer excellent climbing, and there are many easier beautiful scenic walks for those who like a more leisurely pace. As well as hill walking and climbing the area is ideally situated for both loch and sea fishing, birdwatching or simply relaxing.
Further to the west their are many idyllic coastal towns, such as Gairloch and Ullapool where
unspoilt sandy beaches and coastline are in abundance. With an excellent choice of hotels, self
catering, B&B's, log cabins, holiday cottages and apartments , Wester Ross offers a top quality range of accommodation to
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The Old Inn - traditional Highland Coaching Inn, overlooking
Gairloch harbour  |
| Gairloch Highland Lodge - "value for money has not been
achieved at the expense of quality" |
| Ledgowan Hotel - small
Hotel in Achnasheen. |
| Aultbea Hotel - small
Hotel in Aultbea |
Shieldaig Lodge - hospitality and comfort reminiscent of
Victorian times in this shooting lodge in Badachro |
The Ceilidh Place - Voted best hotel in the "Good for the Soul" category in 2005, the Ceilidh Place hotel in Ullapool |
The Ferry Boat Inn - built in the 18th century and is perfectly situated on the shore of Loch Broom on the north-west coast of Scotland |
Kinlochewe Hotel - Set in the heart of the Torridon Mountains and at the foot of Beinn Eighe, the Kinlochewe Hotel is ideally situated for exploring the Western Highlands of Scotland. |
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| Rona &
Raasay - two 4 star modern self catering detached bungalows, 80 yards
from the seashore with private beach access. Each 2 bedroomed,
sleeping 4 in Melvaig by Gairloch |
| Cairn
Shiel - Modern 4 star 3 bedroom bungalow in Kinlochewe
with views of Slioch and Beinn Eighe near Kinlochewe & Loch
Maree. |
| Minch
View - traditional 2 bedroom detached cottage
overlooking the sea in Peterburn by Gairloch. |
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Croft & Sea Croft - Sea Croft sleeps 2 people in 1
twin bedroom (Scottish Tourist Board 4 Stars). The Croft sleeps
4 in 1 double and 1 twin room. In Melvaig by Gairloch |
| Seaside Croft - detached
self catering seaside cottage at Midtown Inverasdale, near Poolewe. Situated on the shores of Loch Ewe. Accommodation for six. |
Rua Reidh
Lighthouse - Choice of B&B Accommodation
Hostel (Scottish Tourist Board 4 Stars) or rent the whole
keepers house as self catering for groups of 20+. 12 miles from
Gairloch |
2 Big Sand -
Traditional 150 year old cottage in Big Sand, near Gairloch.
Sleeps 4. Available from Jan 2008. |
| Freyja - 2 bedroom traditional style detached house about 300 yards
from the shore, in the quiet crofting community of Melvaig by
Gairloch |
| Staffa
Cottage - newly built, modern, 4 star detached cottage
in Aultgrishan near Gairloch. Sleeps 4 |
| Heather Apartment & Rhododendron Apartment - 2
beautifully furnished apartments each sleeping 2-4 people 10
miles from Gairloch |
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Pentagon - modern 4 bedroom detached house in small
hamlet of Cove near Gairloch, sleeps 6 |
| Badachro
Self Catering - 2 semi-detached houses, 1 double and 2
twin bedrooms property and 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single
property. |
| Tigh Na
Mara - 4 bedroom house sleeping up to 7 in Sheildaig.
Recently refurbished to high standard. |
| Windyhill - 3 bedroom architected designed
self catering cottage
sleeping 6 close to Achiltibuie. |
| Stone Ewe
Croft - 2 bedroomed newly renovated secluded croft house
in Inverasdale over looking Loch Ewe. |
| Lapwings - 1 bedroom sophisticated and spacious apartment sleeping up to
4 people in Inverasdale. |
| Coille
Bheag - 3 bedroomed renovated crofter's cottage
sleeping up to 6 people and timber Lodge House sleeping 4 on a
6-acre croft near Poolewe. |
| Glenview Cottage - 3 bedroom modern cottage near Stromeferry on Lochcarron.
Disabled and wheelchair-friendly facilities. |
| Ewe View
Holidays - Choice of 3 star 1 bedroom apartments
with views over Aultbea, Loch Ewe and the surrounding
mountains. Also a ground floor studio flat sleeps 2
people. |
| GlenCarron Estate - 3 properties - Victorian shooting
lodge sleeping up to 20 in 11 bedrooms, lodge house sleeping
8-10 in 4 bedrooms and cottage sleeping 5 in 2 bedrooms.
situated between Achnasheen and Strathcarron. |
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Sheiling - choice of 4 star self catering, 4 star B&B or
caravan near Laide, overlooking Gruinard Bay |
| Tigh Na
Sith - Spacious holiday bungalow sleeping 8 in Aultbea.
3 double bedrooms (1 ensuite), 1 twin bedroom, 2 separate
bath/shower rooms. Disabled access. |
| Rocklea - modern 3 bedroom log house sleeping 5 set in 5 acres of
grounds above Gruinard Bay with private access to beach. |
| Caladh - 3 star modern house sleeping up to 9 people on Loch Torridon.
Adjoining one acre hillside plantation with a 'retreat house' |
| Innes-Maree Bungalows - choice of six 3 star modern
luxury self catering bungalows, one suitable for the disabled visitor,
situated in Poolewe. |
| Taigh A Bhraoin - luxury 4 star cottage accommodation
for 2 to 8 people close to Ullapool. |
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B&B's |
| Newton
House - 4-Star accommodation in Gairloch, featured in
the ‘Holiday Which 2005’, “Pristine rooms & Warm Host". 4 star
rated. |
| Strathlene - 3 star ensuite B&B situated on the west
side of the village of Gairloch. |
Kerrysdale House - 4 star accommodation in listed
farmhouse building by Gairloch. |
| Mellondale Guest House - family guest house, standing in
an acre of landscaped grounds in Aultbea. 4 star rated. |
| Tranquillity - small comfortable family home sitting on
the edge of Loch Ewe by Aultbea. 3 star rated. |
| Torran Loggie Guest House - located across the loch from
the fishing village of Ullapool, one hour drive from Inverness.
3 star rated. |
| Badralloch - A remote and romantic Highland loch shore
croft in Dundonnel offering B&B and self catering. 4 star rated. |
| Corriness House - newly refurbished Victorian house
offering Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Poolewe, Wester Ross. |
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 Where to Eat |
All the listed Hotels have fine dining available to non residents |
Carron Restaurant - specialising in home cooked quality food, using locally grown produce whenever possible. All the baking and sweets are made in house. |
The Applecross Inn - local produce including seafood from Applecross Bay itself, Prawns, Squat Lobster, Crab and Lobster, Local Scallops, Oysters, Mussels and Smoked Salmon. |
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Mariners Restaurant - a reputation for being one of the best fish & seafood restaurants in the North West Highlands, we have an extensive menu that is available in the Lounge bar and conservatory. In Ullapool. |
The Seaforth - pub by the peir - Publican Seafood Pub &
Publican Pub of the Year 2006, SFI awards The Seafood Pub of the Year 2007 |
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The Torridon - whether it's tradition, romance or a sociable dinner with friends or family, The Torridon Restaurant provides first class service. By Achnasheen. |
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Wester Ross Local plan - covers the area from Achiltibuie in the north to Lochcarron in the south and sets in place the land use planning framework for the area for the next five years. |
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Gairloch Heritage Musuem - Housed in a complex of old farm buildings, Gairloch Heritage Museum is a record of life in the area from pre-history to the present day. |
Gairloch Marine Life Centre and Cruises - seasonal daily boat cruises. Monitor and survey Hebridean wildlife including Harbour Porpoises, Whales, Grey and Common Seals and Dolphins, plus a huge variety of seabirds including White Tailed Eagles, Golden Eagles, Black-Throated Divers, Great Northern Divers to name but a few. |
Gairloch Trekking Centre - pony trekking in the beautiful Gairloch Estate, fully licensed centre with qualified instructors. All levels welcome. |
Go Further Scotland - climbing, mountain walking and scrambling. Whether you want to tackle something a little beyond your usual standard, climb with confidence in a new area, or simply lack a climbing partner for the day. Coaching and guides. |
Hebridean Whale Cruises - daily whale and wildlife cruises – Offshore, to whale and dolphin feeding grounds in the open waters of the North Minch; and Inshore, around Loch Gairloch, a natural wildlife haven. |
Ventura Sailing - the chance to sail a yacht or drive a powerboat or take a full Royal Yachting Association Certificate Course. All levels welcome, including passengers. |
Nelson watercolours - Original Watercolours, Prints and Cards
of the landscape of Wester Ross. Located near Ullapool |
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916- Guided walks and scrambles
in the Torridon Mountains. |
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Knochan Crag - renowned internationally as one of the most important sites for understanding how the landscape of Northern Britain was formed. |
Attadale - 30,000 acre estate on the North West of Scotland, stretching from the south shore of Loch Carron to Loch Monar. |
Lochcarron Golf Club - nine hole golf course, although there are actually eleven tees. It measures 3575 yards for eighteen holes and is an enjoyable challenge of accuracy. |
Wild Fishing Scotland - a celebration of what Scotland has to offer those who love the outdoors and real wild fishing. |
Creag Ard Charters - Boat charter service for scuba diving, sea fishing and scenic day trips around Ullapool and The Summer Isles. |
Dry Island - privately owned island, where the only other inhabitants are the owners themselves. Accessible at all times by a substantial floating bridge or on foot at low tide. You leave your car and your worries behind on the mainland (private car park) and prepare to relax amid your tranquil and beautiful surroundings. |
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