Shellach Cottage is a charming property, situated in a quiet position in the pretty village of Lochcarron. Traditionally furnished throughout, the property offers a perfect base for exploring the west coast and the Isle of Skye, or simply relaxing and enjoying the facilities of the village which are just a short distance away.
The property has a traditional cottage layout inside with the sitting room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor, and the two bedrooms, a double and a twin on the upper.
The sitting room has comfortable seating and an open fire for those colder nights. The kitchen is equipped with all the usual appliances and the dining room has a dining table, wood burner and seating for four.
The bathroom has a bath with shower over and this completes the accommodation on this level.
On the upper level both bedrooms have traditional coombed ceilings and enjoy views to the sea. To the rear of the property the garden has furniture and is an ideal place to sit and relax after a day exploring.
Lochcarron itself has everything that the visitor needs for their stay. A well stocked supermarket, a butchers shop, a petrol station and a few restaurants including the Lochcarron Hotel.
Further afield at Attadale you will find the Carron Pottery and the Attadale Gardens, and for the more adventurous a drive over the Bealach na Ba to the village of Applecross is well worth the trip. The pass offers some of the best scenery in the area and the renowned Applecross Inn always serves the best of the days catch.
Applecross is without doubt one of the most remote and beautiful wilderness areas on the west coast of Scotland. The Gaelic name for Applecross is “a Chomraich” which means “The Sanctuary”. You will realise after arriving why it was given this name.
Facilities
Downstairs
Upstairs
Included in the rent
Other Facilities
Pets Welcome
A maximum of one pet is welcome at the property, there is a £15.00 pet fee per week.
Good Housekeeping Deposit
A Good Housekeeping Deposit of £75.00 is required at the property.
Best Features
STL Licence Application No: FS-CASE-550078988 EPC Rating: G
Guests rate Shellach Cottage: Very Good from 20 reviews About Reviews
Unfortunately we found Shellach Cottage to be very disappointing. There was a strong acrid small of soot in the living room which did not dissipate during the week despite leaving the door open and opening the window. The bathroom was shabby with mould around the bath and tiles and stained Lino on the floor. The beds were hard and uncomfortably with poor quality duvets. Other smaller things such as run down batteries in all the clocks also indicate that the property is poorly maintained. This is not the standard one should expect from a holiday cottage these days. The worst of it was a leak through the bathroom ceiling when a plumber had to be called out immediately. Wilderness Cottages have taken little notice of our comments so we will not be booking through them again.
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Update - November 2024 Double bed and mattress has been replaced and maintenance work has been completed. Thank you for taking the time to leave your review and feedback on Shellach Cottage. As Wilderness Cottages are the booking agents, we contacted the owner to discuss your feedback at the earliest opportunity. The owner acknowledged that there may be a smell of soot, that this is occasional and that it is common in older properties in the summer months if humidity levels are high outside. The chimney is checked & swept annually. The owner thanks you for your comments regarding the bathroom and bedding and apologies that you found them to be unsatisfactory. We understand that a leak from the water tank caused upset during your stay and we sincerely apologise for this. The owner contacted Wilderness Cottages at the time and alternative accommodation was offered to you in a nearby hotel whilst the leak was being appraised. We understand that you chose to continue with you stay at the cottage. We are disappointed to hear that you feel Wilderness Cottages have not addressed your comments with a more satisfactory outcome.
Nice cottage located at the outskirts of Lochcarron village, where you find supermarket, fuel station, cafes and restaurants, a small clinic and the famous Lochcarron Weavers at the other end. The house is large enough for 3 couples and has a well equipped kitchen, a sitting room and a dining room with a small table, with fireplaces in both. The cottage looks out over Loch Carron and the mountains on the other side. There are many places to visit, from Applecross and Ullapool to the isle of Skye. Private parking and a little brook coming down behind the house. 8-15 June 2024
A lovely traditional cottage of great character in a quiet location on the outskirts of Lochcarron but only a few minutes from the amenities of the village. The cottage itself was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. Highly recommended.
We really enjoyed staying at Shellach Cottage situated in a very beautiful part of Scotland. The cottage is well equipped and Lochcarron has good amenities.
2nd time we have stayed here. Location is brilliant just outside Lochcarron so easy walking distance to the shop and cafe/eateries. Property has everything we needed, very comfortable. Even saw a deer in the garden. Would recommend staying here. Only negative was the mattress which could do with changing, but no other fault at all.
Enjoyable week staying in a lovely old cottage. Views to the front are beautiful overlooking Loch Carron (and the occasional dear). 15 minute walk to the village with a selection of cafes and restaurants. The cottage itself is oldy-worldy with a few quirks but everything you need is there.
Shellach Cottage
