Seahorses is located in a secluded position in the village of Nedd near Drumbeg. Its impressive coastline location offers panoramic views across the sea and towards the Quinag mountain range. The property offers spacious accommodation for a family or a group of friends looking to explore and enjoy all the activities that this scenic part of north-west Scotland has to offer.
At the heart of the property is an open-plan kitchen and dining room, with a utility area to the rear. The lounge which is spacious and light has an impressive fireplace and offers direct access to the garden. A bedroom is located on this level, this being a king with an en-suite shower room, it enjoys views to the garden and towards the sea. Completing the facilities on this level is a cloakroom. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms; a king and a twin; both have en-suite shower rooms and again enjoy impressive views to the sea and the mountains.
Seahorses is the perfect place if you’re looking for somewhere remote to escape from it all. Although Drumbeg is a small village, it is serviced by the Drumbeg stores (limited opening hours), where you can pick up essentials. At Assynt Aromas, you can buy candles that will instantly transport you back to the Highlands after you have returned home. For a bigger shop, stop in Ullapool, here you can find a supermarket, as well as restaurants, a museum and ferries over to the Western Isles.
At Seahorses, you can immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. Watch wildlife from the comfort of the garden, where you can spot many species, including seals, deer, eagles and owls. There is even a badger that comes to visit most evenings. Due to the absence of light pollution, the skies come alive at night with twinkling stars. Get a closer look at the heavens with the provided telescope.
The area of Assynt is rich in natural beauty, and there is no shortage of activities to enjoy. Fishing is available at Lagg Trout Fishery, or simply head to the shore with the fishing equipment provided in the house. Hikers are spoiled for choice with the range of trails in the area. Walk from Loch na Gainmhich to Eas a Chual Aluinn – Britain’s tallest waterfall and a whopping three times higher than Niagara Falls.
An abundance of beaches is found around Drumbeg, including Achmelvich beach and Clachtoll beach, also home to the remains of an Iron Age broch. For those looking to go a little further afield, there are many possible day trips. Head north to Durness, where you can find Smoo Cave and Cape Wrath, Britain’s most northwesterly point. Alternatively, take a boat trip over to Handa Island, where you can walk amongst the puffins.
Facilities - Downstairs
Facilities – Upstairs
Included in the rent
Other Facilities
Pet Policy
Two well behaved dogs are allowed, however the garden is not fully enclosed, a weekly charge of £25.00 for each pet applies. Please note that pets are not allowed in the bedrooms and must be kept on a lead whilst outside.
Mobile Phone Signal
Please note that mobile phone signal can be quite patchy in the area, however the house does have a phone with an honesty pot.
Good Housekeeping Deposit
A Good Housekeeping Deposit of £150.00 is required at the property.
Best Features
STL Licence No : HI00662-F EPC Rating - B
Guests rate Seahorses: Excellent from 20 reviews About Reviews
We have stayed in many cottages over the years, and this one really is quite exceptional. The location is outstanding and the views are awesome. The house itself has every possible comfort that you could want. It's beautifully designed and laid out. The house was immaculate when we arrived and our host had left a very generous welcome basket. All so much appreciated. The whole area is really stunning, and there was wonderful wildlife literally on the doorstep; the bird feeding station attracted a great variety of birds and we also had daily visits from red deer, badger and even a pine marten. In the bay below we saw dolphins and red throated divers through the binoculars. Every morning we were woken to the sound of the cuckoo. If you're not very confident about your bird, mammal or indeed plant identification then the house boasts the most incredible natural history library with books that cover every conceivable wildlife topic to engage the amateur and the expert alike! Seahorses is also dog friendly, enabling us to bring our two well-behaved dogs. This really is a very, very special place.
A truely lovely House, very tastefully furnished and more than comfortable. Great views and a visting Pinemartin included
The welcome basket contained so many delicious things, we could not eat them all - Thank you very much
We had a great week- just book and experience for yourself.
Wow!!! What an incredible place to stay, and as regular travellers around Scotland, this is the best place yet.
An amazing house, finished to such a high standard and with everything you could need.
The location though...that was something else, with dramatic views out to sea, and surrounded by mountains. We were regularly visited by a herd of deer, and had a nightly visit from the pinemarten and badger.
The immediate local area was fantastic for walks, and Drumbeg village a lovely spot.
All in, an absolutely incredible stay!
Great cottage in a great area. Fantastic views. Everything had been thought of.
We had a wonderful and unforgettable time there. I am still amazed by how beautiful the view is! I love the Scottish countryside, and this place has become one of my favourites. Everything was comfortable and convenient.
Over the years we gave stayed in a number of holiday rentals in Assynt, but Seahorses beats them all. Fantastic location and views, and incredibly well appointed. There was even a first aid kit for dogs! It is a real home from home, a house which, though relatively recent, has a soul. I could have spent hours simply contemplating the scenery or, in typical Assynt weather, working my through the extremely comprehensive choice of books and DVDs.
Our congratulations to the owners for their their attention to detail and to their guests' wellbeing. Thanks too to Rachel the caretaker for maintaing a high standard of cleanliness.
Simply the best.
