Cruary Applecross

Cruary is in Applecross. It's an old shepherd's cottage, extended a while back. The main thing is the view. You look straight out over the bay to the Isle of Skye. It's very quiet.

It sleeps four, in two bedrooms. There's one bathroom. It's got a 4 Star rating. The place is comfortable and clean, but it’s a cottage. The walls are thick, the floors are a bit uneven in places. That's just how it is.

You have your own garden to sit in. The conservatory and both bedrooms have that same view across the water.

The Applecross Inn is in the village, about a mile away. It's a proper pub, does good food. There's also a shop and post office there.

The beach is just down the hill. It's a long stretch of sand. You'll often see seals in the water. If you're lucky, you might spot an otter. For walking, you're right in the middle of it. The Torridon mountains are nearby. The National Trust for Scotland looks after a lot of the land around Torridon. There's a countryside centre there with information. Further on, near Kinlochewe, is the Beinn Eighe nature reserve.

In terms of things to do, it's all outdoors. Walking, cycling, kayaking. You can drive over the Bealach na Bà road if you want a trip, but it's a single-track pass with big drops.

For facilities: there's parking, a washing machine, dishwasher, WiFi, and TV. Bedding and towels are included. We can provide a cot, highchair, and stairgate if you need them. One well-behaved dog is allowed.

Useful links for planning: National Trust for Scotland Torridon and NatureScot Beinn Eighe.