A little Highland hideaway | Apartment in Garve
2 Bedroom Apartment in Mainland, Garve
This ground floor flat sits at the right hand end of a building that was originally a hunting lodge built by the laird who lived in Strathpeffer in 1850. The current owners purchased the property in 2004 since when it has retained much of its original charm, the two cottages were guest accommodation..
The property has extensive rear grounds that go down to the River Black Water, there is free fishing but very little salmon, Scottish Fisheries catch the Salmon as they jump Rogie Falls, however, Brown Trout is frequently caught in the River.
Some of the smallest birds in the UK can be seen in the grounds, with a good selection of Raptors, Stags, Pine Martens, Badgers.
There are beautiful views of the mountains and hills, the property sits within a 'basin' and is surrounded by mountains, & can be seen all the way to Ullapool, great for guests who are both social walkers & more serious Munro baggers.
The property is perfectly placed for travelling the NC500, for going out & about to visit the sights or just a quick stop over before travelling to the outer Hebrides or the Orkneys
Locally there are a number of Waterfalls, the Falls at Rogie Falls, 15 minutes away, were made famous by Robert Louis Stevenson who sat and drew the falls and put the picture in his book, Kidnapped, the main stone is still there to be seen. There is the Corrieshalloch Gorge along the road at 200 feet deep, Falls of Measach 15 minutes away, Castle Leod as seen in the TV series Outlander 20 minutes away, Blackmuir Wood 14 miles away, The visitor centre at Culloden Moor is well worth a visit, just to name a few local visitor attractions.
If you like 'scary' then you can visit Applecross with its most scary high roads, if you like remote landscapes then we are in the middle of moon like landscapes and scenery.
If you are on motorbike, then we sit on the third most popular European road for bikers.
This property sits in one of the most exciting, diverse and beautiful places i
The property sits 6 miles to the west of Garve, it is advised to have transport as the property is very rural with only two buses a day & the nearest train station is at Garve. Please look at the drone video which shows exactly where we are are the surrounding countryside. The accommodation sleeps 3 people in 2 bedrooms & has one shower bathrooms. one of which is ensuite to the master bedroom. The beds are either 5ft King-sized beds or 3ft single beds. All the beds have coverless duvets that are washed after every guest ensuring we provide the most fresh & clean experience possible. There are a selection of bath toiletries supplied along with a bathrobe & slippers for your enjoyment. There are rear grounds that go down to the banks of the River Black Water where guests can sit & enjoy the peaceful clam of the river & the beauty of the surrounding mountains, or be served a meal from the bar. The accommodation is self-catering but breakfast is provided (selection of cereals, bread, jam or marmalade, teas, coffee, butter and milk) with an open plan kitchen lounge/diner with lounge seating. A Smart TV is in the lounge with access to Netflix and Disney+, guests can load their own accounts onto the smart TV. The kitchen is fully equipped with coffee machine, air fryer, cooker, kettle, microwave and dishwasher. There is electric heating in the property ensuring a snug experience even in the coldest of months. There is a laundrette with coin operated washing machines & tumble dryers to deal with the heaviest of demands.
The Property sits in the very heart of the Highlands & is an excellent based from where to go & see all the sights, to visit all the attractions, from fairytale castles or the castle of that 'Scottish Play', battlefields, waterfalls, the gorge, walk the Munros, cycle or drive the scary roads round Applecross or travel round & see the places where films and TV programmes
A little Highland hideaway is located in Mainland. A little Highland hideaway provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Apartment features Pet Friendly, TV, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.
A little Highland hideaway has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 3 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Mainland has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Mainland, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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1 bathroom
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Bed sheets provided
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2 bedrooms
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Living room
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Microwave
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Oven
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Washing machine
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Near laundromat
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Car recommended
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Hiking nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Rock climbing nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Fishing nearby
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TV
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In the mountains
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In a rural location
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On the river
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
