Shellach Cottage
Shellach Cottage is well equipped, homely and comfortable. Lochcarron itself is an extremely pleasant village with a good range of local facilities in comparison with much of the Highlands so it makes a very good base to stay in, offering opportunities for both serious walkers with transport and less energetic visitors who can walk from the cottage or after a very short drive. Plockton, Sheildaig and Applecross all offer scenic (and in Applecross's case dramatic) outings and Skye is also in easy reach within an hour by car. We enjoyed a wonderful holiday at Shellach, and when we had one random glitch we found the local caretaker and the owner to be very helpful and proactive. We recommend the cottage unreservedly.
Upper Folds
Amazing place, been there 6 times now and will definitely go again and again
Ardbeg
What a beautiful house with stunning views. We stayed a week and could not find fault. The view out to see is unspoiled and luckily the weather was great. We will certainly return.
The Coltsfoots
Another wonderful stay at the amazing Coltsfoots log cabin, stayed for a week with our 2 friends from Bavaria Germany. The Coltsfoot is absolutely fully equipped with everything it's like home from home, just need to take food & drink and that's it your ready to holiday & relax. We all had a great time sitting on the verandah relaxing in the sunshine, we also had 2 thunderstorms which were amazing to watch while still sat on the verandah, remaining dry undercover from the high roof. The area of the gardens and stream are also beautiful, and listening and watching to all the different birds and sounds from them all is so relaxing. There is also so much to do and see in the nearby area, sitting in the beer garden at the pub by the side of the Caledonian canal is lovely. Can't wait to return hopefully next year. The owners are so welcoming and friendly nothing is too much trouble for them to help you out.
The Orchids
The Orchids is a superb house in a wonderful location with everything you could need for a fabulous holiday. We had great weather which made it extra special but I can also imagine being tucked up warm and comfortable in the house in a howling gale. We were very fortunate to see a sea eagle circling above for some time on our last evening. There's lots to do in the area and lovely places to eat. Thoroughly recommended.
Coorie
Had a fantastic holiday at Coorie in Skye. Beautiful house with amazing views and definitely with a bit of luxury. Had seven days of sunshine on Skye in a wonderful location. Idyllic.
Sixgeary
Lovely cottage, very well equipped with wonderful views over Loch Snizort Excellent kitchen with panoramic window leading to small decking area Ideally situated for touring the north west of Skye
Oak Cottage
I can confirm the many positive comments. The house is immaculate, in presentation, cleanliness and equipment. The best bit however is the constant wildlife show out of the living room window. We had daily visits from the red squirrels, red deer and many birds, with lovely views of the siskins. A family of roe deer, couple plus youngster, showed up once as did a pine marten and a crazy gang of hungry weasels which caused enormous consternation. Finally, the house has many beautiful walks within a half-hour's drive. Fully recommended.
Ardbeg
My husband, dog and I had the pleasure of staying in a beautiful house called Ardbeg in Gairloch and had an absolutely wonderful time. From our initial booking to our arrival the process was smooth and trouble free. The house is elevated and has uninterrupted views over the bay from the open plan lounge/ dining room / kitchen, snug room and master bedroom. It was well equipped with superior furniture and soft furnishings. Everything had been thought of to make our stay as comfortable and pleasurable as possible. I would have no hesitation in recommending Wilderness Cottages to anyone and Ardbeg too. I didn't want to leave!
The Granary
Our second visit to this lovely cottage and first time with our dog. Mairi and Paul were friendly and accommodating hosts (especially when our car broke down!) and the cottage was as welcoming and ideally situated as we remembered it. Had some fabulous walks from the door in Urquhart Bay Woods and further afield at Rogie Falls and saw dolphins at Chanonry Point. For dog friendly places to eat can recommend Fiddlers Fish and Chip Van, the Loch Ness Inn and the Snow Goose in Inverness ( dog friendly spaces need to be pre-booked at the latter two). A wonderful break with glorious weather . Definitely on our list of places to return to one day!
Braehead Steading
superb week at Breahead Steading, the weather was so kind to us, wall to wall sunshine and hot for 7 days. The cottage is spacious and very clean, the garden was super and our boxer dog really enjoyed the secure and large grassed garden. The surrounding area and Ballater Village are truly special, and a visit to Braemar was also brilliant. Dependant on the time of the year we managed to visit Balmoral Castle which was excellent. cottage has everything you could need for catering, there were only 2 of us and our dog, but the house is massive and has a lot of bedrooms and bathrooms. Lovely sitting out every evening having a craft beer and a dram. Thanks
Shore Cottage
Our 3rd visit to Shore Cottage, and we will be back! The bed is super comfortable and the cottage is spotless and has everything you need for a week's stay.
Plodda Falls Lodge
Plodda Lodge has been lovingly restored to create a perfect holiday cottage in an idyllic setting away from it all. On arrival we were met by the owner, Jenny- who gave us a guided tour around the spotlessly clean cottage. The cottage is very well equipped with all that you need, and even a delicious homemade cake by Jenny. Our 2 golden retrievers made full use of the enclosed gardens. The cottage is in a great location, with numerous fine walks straight from the door. Jenny has excellent knowledge of the area and is more than happy to give her advice. We would definitely recommend this cottage and will no doubt be returning.
Seascape Cottage
We had a fabulous week at Seascape cottage. It's clean and well equipped, providing everything we needed for an unforgettable holiday.
Stoer Lodge
We had a fabulous week - lovely cottage, great spot, and we were blessed with very sunny weather (end May to early June).
Cedar Cottage
Cedar Cottage is the most perfect cottage for those wanting a bit of isolation. It's up a forest track, only a handful of houses about 5 mins away. There is an abundance of Birdlife and DAILLY sightings in the garden of red squirrels. We had 3 at one time one morning. Forres only a few miles away. Large supermarket (Tesco) If required. The cottage is well equipped and VERY clean. It's quite simply perfect!
Plodda Falls Lodge
The house was amazing and as good as any we've stayed in. Jenny was a fantastic host, very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The location, the gardens, and the surrounding area are all stunningly beautiful. Access to The Hill, whether it be Munros, Corbetts or lower hills is almost unlimted and so many are only a few miles drive. We enjoyed the wildlife at the Lodge (Woodpecker being the highlight) and the on The Hill (Golden Plover and Ptarmigan the highlight there) with too many spiecies to mention. We hope to be back soon...
The Studio
This is a beautiful, light, modern studio in a secluded, quiet area of the island, ideally situated for reaching lots of different places. It is VERY hidden from the road. Views of the ever-changing Cuillins are great. It is well-resourced and there are walking poles & even a yoga mat (although a little short of food storage other than fridge & freezer as is common in holiday lets.) The outside deck is a complete sun trap on those days. ?? Would definitely rebook.
The Mill at Glenlivet
Ardbeg
What an excellent holiday home. The house was in a beautiful situation and very well- appointed. The booking process was straightforward and the contacts were friendly and welcoming.
Swallow Byre
Had a fabulous time at Swallow Byre. Comfy, well equipped cosy cottage in a beautiful spot. The area is perfect for a relaxing holiday.
Shore Cottage
Absolutely beautiful location. Rustic cottage which completely suited our needs. Seclusion was great and the beach was ours to roam alone. Cottage has everything you'll need. Views across to the Northern Irish coast are stunning along with the local beauty. Cannot rate the place highly enough. My family and I (we have 2 teenage daughters) loved every minute. Wilderness Cottages were amazing throughout, great communication and very helpful. Brilliant.
Seal Skerry Lodge
Seal Skerry Lodge is in a perfect setting and the wonderful architectural design and furnishings really make the most of its position. We enjoyed using the telescope watching the seals. All the appliances worked well although we thought there weren't enough kitchen utensils, cutlery, dishes, pots and pans etc. Given there's a dishwasher, we had to wash up regularly between dishwasher use. Regarding cleanliness within the property, we felt this slightly fell short of what we had expected for a holiday let of this standard. Perhaps the owners need to think about more time allocation for the housekeeper, and also allocating time for a deep clean every so often.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and feedback on Seal Skerry Lodge. We are glad you enjoyed your stay however disappointed to hear about the cleanliness within the property. As Wilderness Cottages are the booking agents we have contacted the owner to discuss your feedback. The owner has raised your issues with the housekeeper and this will be dealt with at the next changeover.
Plodda Falls Lodge
This is a lovely spacious cottage with great character and history, in a stunning location, set amongst lichen-hung birch trees and more extensive woodland. It is peaceful and beautiful, and provided me with many opportunities for painting and sketching, plus bird-watching from the breakfast table. The cottage is excellently equipped with very comfortable beds and bedding. We got a lovely warm friendly welcome from our host - thank you, Jenny.
Ceol na Mara
My son and I had a brilliant week at Ceol na Mara - what an amazing place to be on the banks of Loch Kishorn. We adored the venue and enjoyed lots of walks from the cottage. The cottage itself was perfect for us and very clean, welcoming and comfortable. Our host left us flowers, chocolates and shortbread too! It is a magical place and for us, totally wonderful.
White-Tail Croft
White Tail Croft is a special place. It is in the moorland outside Portree, Isle of Skye, providing stunning views of the countryside (including many sheep and lambs), with eagles, raptors and many other birds floating on the air currents. The cottage itself is quite lovely, modern and includes all the necessary amenities. If a peaceful holiday is what you desire, this is the place.
Glenara
The Studio
Excellent, nice peaceful location, well equipped
Plodda Falls Lodge
Plodda Falls Lodge is in an idyllic setting with the forest right out of your door, literally.The Lodge is very clean and comfortable and Jenny is a delight.The Glens in the surrounding area are. fantastic and worth a visit.If you have been thinking about booking Plodda Falls stop thinking and just book it you will not regret it...Thank you Jenny oh and thank you for the cake...
Ceol na Mara
An absolute pleasure to stay in this exceptional cottage. Fully equipped kitchen and immaculately presented throughout. Deers strolled by in morning and evening often resting on the front lawn, Stunning views from the lounge onto the sea Loch where we saw seals, numerous birds and in the distance the Cuillin Hills on Skye. There are walking trails nearby, but if your after total relaxation therapy, this is the place for you,
Earth House
The location of the Earth House is exceptionally beautiful, so peaceful, we saw Minke Whales, Otters and a Sea Eagle all from the house. Externally the house was an amazing construction, sympathetically built to blend in with its surroundings. Internally the cottage was well equipped, but the furnishings were rather uncomfortable and the twin bedroom only had a roof light that you could not see out of or open. Because of the location I would rate this as Good overall.
Ardrannach
Nice holiday cottage, although a bit old. View from the living room is superb. Cottage is very good situated to discover Skye. Walking to Portee is approx. 20 minutes. The road to cottage is very bad with lots of holes, so look out!
Udrigle House
We stayed at Udrigle House near Laide. It is a beautiful old house, very well maintained and a lovely place to stay, being within a few yards of a quiet stretch of the seashore. We booked the house only a few weeks before our holiday. The booking process was simple and straightforward.
Ardbeg
Fantastic cottage and stunning views We had a fabulous time in this house and in beautiful Gairloch My daughter will be booking for next year,as will myself and my husband One of the best holiday homes I have had the privilege of staying in. I must also mention the extremely friendly and helpful staff at Wilderness Cottage, Lovely people
The Studio
Excellent accommodation, light and spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. Convenient for several of the popular places to visit on the island.
Ardbeg
Excellent cottage with wonderful views out to sea to Skye and beyond. The steep drive could prove a problem to some cars.
Plodda Falls Lodge
This house is very comfy, well equipped and immaculately clean. It is set in a wonderful position with forest walks from the doorstep which we and our dogs really enjoyed. The totally secure garden is a real plus for those with children and/or dogs and we enjoyed watching the huge variety of birds coming to the feeders. As advised, the access road is challenging and slow and be prepared to travel a distance for eating out. The house has Wifi, but it should be noted that this is limited and mobile reception in the area is patchy. We really enjoyed our week here, thank you Jenny.
Strone
Basic but nice cottage clean and comfortable in a good location for exploring the area. The track leading to the property is very uneven and may cause issues with people with mobility issues. Parking is also quite awkward.
Ardrannach
Ardrannach is a great place to stay views to remember Helpful owners. Everything you need in the cottage
Learag
The house is perfectly situated to explore the area. Having the very kind and helpful owners just next door was appreciated, however privacy was fully granted. We loved the spotlessly clean, new and proper house where nothing was missing and the furnishing with its personal touch. We can highly recommend this property.
South Lodge
From first enquiry to stepping through the door of the stunning holiday Cottage everything went perfectly! Great company to deal with ! Would definitely recommend to others and use again !
Leachachan Barn
Just back from a wonderful week near Skye, staying in a converted barn on the shores of a loch, overlooking the mountains. Wilderness Cottages has some really beautiful places to rent, and the people who run it are very helpful and attentive.
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Shellach Cottage
What a lovely setting and a lovely cottage. Everything you would or could need its a home from home. A welcoming stack of tummels and milk in the fridge. It was warm so I didn't need to light either the fire or log burner. There were instructions about all the utilities. Location over the Loch. When we arrived there were deer in the garden. So many birds and wildlife around. Very quiet, peaceful and a time to rest. I had never been to the Highlands before, I will definitely be coming back. The village is a short walk away with two petrol stations, a spar, a couple of eateries Lochcarron Hotel open all day lovely scones and coffee, waterside cafe also has nice food. Rock villa and Butchers not open all the time booking is needed for the Bistro. Plockton is a lovely village, you can go by train or drive there are boat trips with Calum to see the seals. . Kishorn has a lovely seafood bar. The roads are narrow and there are passing places.
Littlepark Cottage
Strone
Property is in a great location but access may be difficult for some especially with mobility issues. Parking is awkward due to a very uneven driveway with a sharp bend which is poorly lit. Property was very clean upon arrival with comfy beds and plenty of blankets and towels. Received a welcome pack of wine, flowers, bread and milk which was nice. Little details missing such as a shower caddy, one mirror in the entire house located in the bedroom. We have stayed in many properties through Wilderness Cottages, this one is by far the least equipped. Overall we enjoyed our stay, guess we just miss the comforts of home.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and feedback on Strone Cottage. We have discussed this with the owner who has now addressed these issues where required.
Log House
A wonderful secluded peaceful location, with many beautiful walks. Genuine log cabin with all the amenities you could ever need. Warm and cosy cabin, with extremely comfortable beds and hot shower. We'll definitely be back.
Tor Cottage
Quality accommodation!
Cedar Cottage
Had a lovely week here, the cottage was lovely and spotless. This is the first time ever we have not had to clean anything on arrival. The countryside is lovely peaceful and quiet. Close at hand beaches lovley towns and villages. Sitting outside Iin the garden being joined by the red squirrels and birds on the feeder tree. Going back next year.
Udrigle House
House is set in a lovely location, was clean on arrival, owners leave nearby and on hand to sort out any issues. On arrival we were told the sauna was not working, which was not an issue for us. Although there is WiFi the speed is very slow, I ended up using my phone network as it was faster. The house is full of character, but it's a big place and does take some warming up