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Larach Sithe, Glenelg, Ross-shire

The area is a perfect example of dramatic Scottish highland landscape and it is a paradise for those who wish to walk or climb. Several of the surrounding peaks exceed 3000ft and are thus classified as Munros. The area is also rich in history. The ruins of two ancient brochs 'Dun Telve' and 'Dun Trodden' are the best preserved of these structures on the Scottish mainland and the ruined barracks built by General Wade are on the edge of the village of Glenelg.

There are many visitor attractions in the area. Kyle of Lochalsh (24 miles away) with a small swimming pool and leisure centre, glass bottom boat trips and seal viewing trips. Closer by at Shiel Bridge (7 miles) is the opportunity for horse riding and nearby at Kintail, a hotel for excellent pub food or dining out. Glenelg itself has a flourishing local community and has always been a haven for writers, painters, musicians and craftspeople. For centuries Glenelg has been the site for the shortest and most romantic crossing to Skye and was used by drovers taking their cattle south to the markets in Falkirk and Crieff. Today the Glenelg Ferry still makes the crossing to Kylerhea on Skye from Easter to October. In Glenelg there is a convivial inn, which is a focal point, which welcomes all visitors and locals alike. Daily provisions and newspapers can be purchased in the local village shop.

It is not surprising that families return to this beautiful part of the world year after year to enjoy a range of different activities in this relaxed and rural setting. This large holiday house is perfect for a large family gathering or for two or more families wishing to go on holiday together in Scotland.

 

Accommodation:
The hall opens into a bright and spacious sitting room, which enjoys open views across and down Glen More. Centrally heated, this comfortable room also features an open fire, three leather settees, a small bed settee, a piano, a flat screen TV and access to satellite with the opportunity to use your own SKY card. At the opposite end of the hall there are two bedrooms with king size beds and generous built in wardrobes. The bedroom facing the front of the house has an en-suite bathroom. Next to these two bedrooms there is a large shower room with WC. At the front entrance door there is a convenient cloakroom with space for boots. Guests are encouraged to leave any outdoor footwear here.

To the rear of the house, again with stunning views down the valley, there is a large well equipped dining kitchen, with fridge, microwave gas cooker and oil fired Rayburn. The large table can be extended to seat guests in a relaxed atmosphere. Adjoining the kitchen, there is a large warm utility room with clothes drying facilities, which houses the oil-fired boiler, a washing machine and a second fridge. Outside the rear entrance door, which leads from this room, there is a coal store, a washing line and a picnic table.

On the upper floor of the house there are three bedrooms and the second shower room with WC. The first of these bedrooms, with a king size bed, is situated at the top of the stairs facing the rear of the house. At either end of the upstairs landing are two large Family Rooms. Each has one super king size bed (which can be split into two singles), and a set of bunk beds (one set of these has a small double bed at the lower level). Both of these rooms have large mirror fronted fitted wardrobes. One of the family rooms is equipped with a writing desk.

Mobile phones have patchy reception in Glenelg but there is a spot close to the War Memorial where reception is reasonable. Visitors and locals alike are often found here!

Directions:
Take the A87 and at Shiel Bridge take the road signposted to Glenelg. This road will take you over the Beallach (“pass”) called Mam Ratagan and on towards Glenelg. It is a dramatic single-track road with passing places, which affords stunning views over Loch Duich and The Five Sisters Mountain range. The viewpoint near the top is well worth a stop. Continue on towards Glenelg down Glen More. Pass the turn off on the left to Moyle, and 1˝ miles further on you will see Scallasaig signposted again on the left. Take this road, cross the metal bridge and follow the road around the garden of Scallasaig Lodge house to a gate on the right. Proceed through the gate follow the track through the field and go through the next gate. Larach Sithe is on the left through the garden gate. Please leave all gates as you find them.

What's included:
Heating gas and electricity are included. Solid fuel is available for the open fire. All bed linen is included, other than for the cot.

Cost and availability.
Holiday house rental periods are generally from Saturday to Saturday with check in at 16.00 and check out 10.00. Short breaks are available during low season nearer the time. The house is available for rental all year round.

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