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For those who really do like to get away from it all, Gorteneorn Bothy has an excellent situation just a few hundred yards from the shores of Kentra Bay, near Acharacle on the beautiful Ardnamurchan peninsula in the west of Scotland.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sun | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
Reached by about a mile of private rough track (4 x 4 required) it stands alone, through the trees from Gorteneorn House which is its only neighbour.
Once a tumbledown ruin, it has now been rebuilt and completely refurbished and transformed into a characterful and comfortable holiday home for two people. It is easy to see why it has become such a popular destination for honeymoon couples and anyone seeking peace and relaxation. The hallway, which runs across the front of the house, would not disgrace a much larger dwelling and serves as a worthy introduction to the delights to come.
The enormous living area is truly impressive with its polished wooden floor, rafters and panelled roof with spot lights and roof windows that let in plenty of light. At one end of the room is the original exposed stone wall with its inset wood-burning stove. Two comfortable sofas flank the stove and in the centre of the room the dining table is set against one of the windows overlooking the loch, meaning that you can have a meal with a view! At the other end of the room is the stylishly well-equipped kitchen, with traditional Belfast sink.
Across the hall, at the far end of the house, is the double bedroom with king-size bed and plentiful wardrobe storage and next to it is the modern shower room.
Outside, there is plenty of parking and a rough garden (with furniture) with the rocky beach just a few minutes' walk away. Gorteneorn Bothy really does offer so much more than you would normally expect from a one bedroom cottage!
Ardnamurchan is one of the wildest and most scenically rewarding parts of Scotland and there is no lack of things to do here.
Walking is a given and there is a good path along the shore, to say nothing of the surrounding hills - Ben Laga and Ben Resipol are probably the closest mountains of any size. The quiet roads along the coast are not hilly and also make for good cycling.
Whether on two feet or on two wheels, you are likely to see plenty of wildlife - deer, otters, buzzards, wading birds of all kinds, even the occasional eagle - all may be spotted. The romantic ruin of Castle Tioram, just up the coast at Dorlin, is a very pleasant short excursion.
In fact, those who do like to do a bit of exploring when they are on holiday will find no lack of interesting places to visit. Once back at Acharacle (4 miles, with hotel and shops) you can head north towards Arisaig and Morar with its glorious silver sands, and on to Mallaig, where you can catch the ferry for a trip to the Isle of Skye.
If you turn along the Road to the Isles in the other direction you will come to Loch Shiel and Glenfinnan, where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard for the Jacobite rebellion of 1745.
Alternatively, from Acharacle you can head south to Loch Sunart, where, at Salen (with hotel) the road divides. One way takes you west to Kilchoan, where in summer a ferry plies across to Tobermory on the Isle of Mull. You can carry on to the fabulous sands at Sanna and to the very tip of the British mainland at Ardnamurchan Point, with its Stevenson lighthouse. The other road takes you east along the lochside to Strontian and on to the Corran Ferry and Fort William. Or from Strontian, you can head across Morvern to Lochaline and another ferry to Mull.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Single Storey
Open plan living room/kitchen with wood-burning stove, TV (no reception)/DVD, gas cooker, washing machine, microwave, etc
Double bedroom (king-size)
Shower room with shower, WC and wash basin.
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Sorry bed linen and towels are not available to hire. The first £20 of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by oil central heating (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). Water is from a private source which is UV filtered and regularly tested; however (as is typical in many parts of Scotland) it can become discoloured, particularly after heavy rainfall. Guests may therefore prefer to bring bottled water to drink. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
Changeover Day: Sun
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 06 Jan 2021 - 06 Feb 2021 | £450.00 |
| 07 Feb 2021 - 03 Apr 2021 | £495.00 |
| 04 Apr 2021 - 24 Apr 2021 | £550.00 |
| 25 Apr 2021 - 08 May 2021 | £495.00 |
| 09 May 2021 - 22 May 2021 | £550.00 |
| 23 May 2021 - 05 Jun 2021 | £650.00 |
| 06 Jun 2021 - 26 Jun 2021 | £550.00 |
| 27 Jun 2021 - 28 Aug 2021 | £650.00 |
| 29 Aug 2021 - 18 Sep 2021 | £550.00 |
| 19 Sep 2021 - 09 Oct 2021 | £495.00 |
| 10 Oct 2021 - 30 Oct 2021 | £550.00 |
| 31 Oct 2021 - 18 Dec 2021 | £450.00 |
| 19 Dec 2021 - 27 Dec 2021 | £650.00 |
| 28 Dec 2021 - 05 Jan 2022 | £650.00 |
| 06 Jan 2022 - 05 Jan 2023 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2023 - 05 Jan 2024 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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The cottage was beautiful and well cared for. The owner allowed us to take wood from the shed and we had some very cosy ...
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The Bothy is in a fantastic location and very well kept. The wildlife is just incredible and plenty of walks from the d...
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Fantastic place and location second to none. Lovely clean homely and very well equipped. A great place to get away from ...
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Stunning house in a beautiful setting.
Beautiful cottage and a perfect location. Just what we needed.
Guest Comments
‘We have had a wonderful week with lots of sun. The walk to the singing sands is a must. Wildlife all around in abundance - red deer, pine martens, otters, owls and buzzards.’
Burrell party
‘Beautiful cottage in a fantastic remote setting. We have loved exploring the peninsula with all the lovely walks and wildlife. The week has just flown past too quickly.’
Campbell party
‘This is our third time here in the bothy, we just love it and so do the dogs! Always lovely and clean and warm and the shower is fantastic!’
Golding party
‘Had a fantastic time - the perfect place to totally unwind. Breathtaking views, lots of nature, cottage - perfect.’
Matthews party
‘Fantastic bothy, the warmest and best-equipped we have ever stayed in. We really enjoyed the peace and quiet, no phones, no TV, a real escape from it all.’
Mullin party
‘What a lovely stay. The bothy was the height of comfort and perfectly situated to make the most of what this stunning area has to offer.’
Henniker-Major party
‘Very enjoyable week in a perfect location.’
Bratton party
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Guest Comments
‘We have had a wonderful week with lots of sun. The walk to the singing sands is a must. Wildlife all around in abundance - red deer, pine martens, otters, owls and buzzards.’
Burrell party
‘Beautiful cottage in a fantastic remote setting. We have loved exploring the peninsula with all the lovely walks and wildlife. The week has just flown past too quickly.’
Campbell party
‘This is our third time here in the bothy, we just love it and so do the dogs! Always lovely and clean and warm and the shower is fantastic!’
Golding party
‘Had a fantastic time - the perfect place to totally unwind. Breathtaking views, lots of nature, cottage - perfect.’
Matthews party
‘Fantastic bothy, the warmest and best-equipped we have ever stayed in. We really enjoyed the peace and quiet, no phones, no TV, a real escape from it all.’
Mullin party
‘What a lovely stay. The bothy was the height of comfort and perfectly situated to make the most of what this stunning area has to offer.’
Henniker-Major party
‘Very enjoyable week in a perfect location.’
Bratton party