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The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878

Cottage in Gairloch with kitchen

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Private kitchen
Living area
Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Perched on a hillside above Skye and the Outer Hebrides, The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut offers warm and peaceful accommodation in its own croft land setting. Enjoy an open plan living space with Freeview TV, Electric Fire, and Wi-Fi or unwind in the gravelled patio with garden furniture.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878

The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut is a bijou handcrafted shepherd’s hut situated in a stunning location with incredible views across the sea.. 4 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Gravelled patio with garden furniture. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 1 car, bottom of access road. No smoking. Please note: Access to the property is by rough track.. The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut has been inspired by a traditional, original design, and has been cleverly conceived by the owners to provide every amenity in a small but beautifully contained space. Perched on the hillside above Skye and the Outer Hebrides, in its own croft land setting, it provides warm, cosy, peaceful accommodation in a totally undisturbed setting. Ideal for couples and singles who truly want to get away from it all. The living, dining, kitchen and bedroom areas are all heated by a cosy wood burner, and the wet room completes this lovely shepherds hut.

The renowned west coast village of Gairloch is just a short 5-mile drive away, which has an excellent selection of amenities, including a good selection of shops, small supermarket, restaurants, bars and cafes. Fishing and sightseeing boat trips run from Gairloch throughout the season, along with hill-walking, climbing, sailing, kayaking all available locally. There are wonderful walks direct from the hut, along with numerous spectacular sandy beaches all along this unspoilt coastline. There are many places to visit, including the Inverewe Gardens near Poolewe, Loch Maree and the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve near Kinlochewe, and to the south, Torridon and the outstanding mountain scenery in this area as well as the pretty village of Lochcarron. A trip to Ullapool is within a day trip from Gairloch and you will pass several highland villages and crofting communities along the way, including Poolewe, Aultbea, Laide, Camusnagaul, Dundonnell. Beach 170 yards.

Free WiFi



Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.

There are steps to the property.

Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

Letting licence no.: HI10008F

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI10008F

Property is also known as

su-UKC6878-UKC6878

About the neighborhood

Located in Gairloch, this cottage is in a rural area. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gairloch Sitooterie and Perfume Studio.
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What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Gairloch Beach - 19 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Inverewe Gardens - 28 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Redpoint Beach - 39 min drive - 22.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Melvaig Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hai Yang - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sheiling Resteraunt - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Big Sand Beach, Rua Reidh Lighthouse, and Gairloch Heritage Museum. Gairloch Beach and Gairloch Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona Jones

Wonderful location and an amazing wee place to stay.

Wonderful location and an amazing wee place to stay. The hut had everything you need for a stay and was perfect for my stay. The only minor drawback was the steep gravel hill you had to negotiate to get to the hut, so be prepared for that. Beautiful location which is one of the best I’ve stayed in.
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8/10 Good

John Mckinlay

Only downside is that the wet room/toilet does get very damp everywhere even on the washbasin and to

Only downside is that the wet room/toilet does get very damp everywhere even on the washbasin and toilet itself, might help if window opened more easily.. In saying that a great wee place to stay and would book again.