Holiday Cottages & Retreats in Wester Ross

Applecross, Loch Kishorn and Loch Carron, Achiltibuie and Poolewe, plus getting there.

Hand-picked holiday cottages and retreats in Wester Ross, from a contemporary eco lodge on the Applecross peninsula and a Finnish lodge overlooking Loch Kishorn to turf-roofed brochs at Achiltibuie. Every place to stay is chosen by us, and you book direct with the owner, with no booking fees.

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Seawinds Cottage Applecross

Strathcarron, Wester Ross

A detached four-bedroom house near Applecross in an elevated coastal spot, with views across the Inner Sound to the Cuillin, Skye and Raasay.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests
From £254 a night

Stonehouses Ullapool

Ullapool, Sutherland & Caithness

Two turf-roofed stone lodges near Ullapool, each with a private sauna and views over Loch Broom, designed by Hebridean architects and built by local craftsmen.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £995 a week

Tigh Ruaraidh

Applecross, Wester Ross

A house in Lonbain, one of only five homes in the township, on the north coast of the Applecross peninsula.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests
From £280 a night

Onnela Lodge

Kishorn, Wester Ross

A Finnish Honka eco lodge overlooking Loch Kishorn, with four bedrooms for 10, two living spaces, a games room and a private gin bar.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 10 Guests
From £141 a night

The Brochs

Achiltibuie, Wester Ross

Two turf-roofed roundhouse brochs at Achiltibuie, filled with art, with mountain views, sunsets over the sea and their own sauna.

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests

Holiday cottages and retreats in Wester Ross

Wester Ross is one of the most dramatic parts of the Scottish Highlands: sea lochs, big mountains, empty beaches and views across the water to Skye and the Outer Hebrides. It sits on the North Coast 500, and has some of the route's best driving, including the Bealach na Bà pass over to Applecross.

Where to stay

The Applecross peninsula is wild and remote, with views over the Inner Sound to Skye and Raasay, and the Applecross Inn a famous stop for seafood. Loch Kishorn and Loch Carron are sheltered sea lochs, good for kayaking, wildlife and wild swimming. Further north, Achiltibuie looks out over the Summer Isles, and Poolewe has Inverewe Garden and the shore of Loch Ewe.

Getting there

From Inverness, take the A835 and A832 west to Garve and on to Achnasheen, then the road to Loch Carron and Kishorn. Applecross is reached by the Bealach na Bà, one of Britain's highest roads, or by the longer, gentler coast road via Shieldaig and Torridon. The nearest train station is Strathcarron, on the Kyle of Lochalsh line.

Questions and answers

Where should I stay in Wester Ross?

For the wild peninsula and Skye views, stay at Applecross, where Tigh Ruaraidh and Eagle Rock look across the Inner Sound. For a sheltered sea loch, Onnela Lodge overlooks Loch Kishorn and Craigton Croft House sits on the shore of Loch Carron. For the far north, The Brochs at Achiltibuie have views of mountains and sea.

Are there retreats in Wester Ross?

Yes. Eagle Rock is an eco lodge on its own land on the Applecross peninsula, The Brochs are two turf-roofed roundhouses filled with art, with a private sauna each, and Onnela Lodge is a Finnish eco lodge with a private gin bar.

Are there luxury cottages in Wester Ross?

Eagle Rock has seven bedrooms for up to 14, with uninterrupted views to the Cuillin and the Outer Hebrides. Onnela Lodge sleeps 10, with two living spaces, a games room and a private gin bar. Poolewe Beach House is a new build on the shore of Loch Ewe.

Are there family holidays in Wester Ross?

Yes. Seawinds Cottage sleeps six, with a garden and views over the Inner Sound, and Tigh Ruaraidh sleeps six with four bedrooms. For bigger groups, Eagle Rock sleeps 14 and Onnela Lodge 10.

Is there self-catering on the Applecross peninsula?

Yes. Seawinds Cottage, Tigh Ruaraidh and Eagle Rock are all on or near the Applecross peninsula, with views to Skye and Raasay.

Are dogs welcome in Wester Ross cottages?

At most of them, including Eagle Rock, Onnela Lodge, Tigh Ruaraidh and The Brochs. Check each listing for the number of dogs allowed and any charges.

How do I get to Wester Ross and Applecross?

From Inverness, take the A835 and A832 to Achnasheen, then the road via Loch Carron to Kishorn. Applecross is reached over the Bealach na Bà, one of Britain's highest roads, or by the longer coast road via Shieldaig and Torridon. The nearest train station is Strathcarron.

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