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Letterfearn Cottage

Loch Duich, Letterfearn, Kyle of Lochalsh

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Letterfearn Cottage has a truly fabulous position right on the shore of Loch Duich with direct access to it, looking across to that most iconic of Scottish landmarks, Eilean Donan Castle. It is also a haven for wildlife with pine martens, red deer and otters to keep an eye out for.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 4 Bedrooms: 2
Changeover Day: Sun Pets Allowed: No
No smoking Bathrooms: 1
Licence No: HI-10036-F
  • No Smoking
  • Open Fire/Solid Fuel Stove
  • WiFi
Overview

For scenic beauty, peace and tranquillity, its setting could hardly be bettered. It is one of a small enclave of houses on an unclassified road leading to Totaig. This continues on an old drovers' road which passes a Broch and through a forest to Glenelg, perfect for forest walks and cycling. At the same time, it is just a few miles from the high road to Skye at Shiel Bridge.

From the outside, the cottage itself is a bit of a Cinderella. From the front you could be forgiven for thinking it is a typical whitewashed wee Highland But 'n' Ben. This simple exterior, however, conceals a wonderful extension at the back with patio doors just a few yards from the lochside, so that the views can be enjoyed in all weathers.

Inside, the cottage is comfortable and full of character and with two attractive sitting rooms guests will be spoilt for choice as to where to relax. The main sitting room is split level with the dining area and has plenty of comfortable seating, patio doors out to the garden and a wood-burning stove to keep it cosy. The second smaller sitting room has an electric stove and makes a great space for guests to spread out.

As well as the spacious dining area for more formal meals, the very well-appointed kitchen has stools at the breakfast bar for impromptu snacks. There is a separate utility room that houses some of the appliances, leaving plenty of room in the kitchen for food storage and preparation.

All on one level, there are two bedrooms, a double (with queen-size bed) and a twin, both of which are most elegantly furnished, with neat blinds at the windows. The bathroom has a bath and separate shower, though there is a hand shower in the bath as well.

The cottage is also well-insulated and fully double-glazed. It is hard to think of anything more you could wish for and harder still to think of any party to whom such a superb holiday home would not appeal.

Outside the pretty grassed garden leads down to the loch shore where from which there is a breathtaking view of the Five Sisters of Kintail beyond the head of the loch. It is fascinating to watch the otters playing in the bay and give the pine martens one of their favourite treats of peanut butter. A little stream also runs through the garden - quite idyllic then, but care may be required with young children.


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Map & Local

Climbers and hill walkers will find so many challenges right on the doorstep, from the Five Sisters to the Cuillins across the Skye Bridge. 

Those interested in wildlife will find there are two nearby otter centres. One is the Bright Water centre on the island of Eilean Ban under the Bridge (open in the summer - there is a Visitor Centre at Kyleakin) while the other at Kylerhea on Skye is perhaps best accessed by the little turntable ferry which operates from Easter to October from Glenelg.

For a great day out, go over the Bridge, perhaps taking in Eilean Donan on the way, then head down to Kylerhea from just before Broadford - the scenery on the little hill road is spectacular - and you can return via the ferry.

Then, too, all the delights of Skye await you. As befits what is perhaps Scotland's most popular holiday isle they are too numerous to mention. Suffice it to say you can be there in under an hour or continue on the mainland to the lovely village of Plockton with its palm tree-lined street and excellent eating places.

There is much to do during a stay at Letterfearn, but the immediate surroundings are such that you may well prefer to use your time there simply to completly recharge your batteries. Whatever you choose to do or not to do, it is a great place to be!

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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.

Facilities

Accommodation

Single Storey

Split level sitting room-dining room with wood-burning stove and TV/DVD
Second sitting room with electric stove
Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, etc
Utility area with washing machine, tumble dryer, and fridge/freezer
Double bedroom (5 foot bed)
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin.

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)
Free
Linen (Single Bed)
Free
Sets of towels (per person)
Free
WiFi
Free

Services

Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £25 of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by coin meter (£1 or £2 coins) during your stay. Heating is by electric panel heaters, electric stove and wood-burning stove (starter pack of coal is INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED for email checking and general web browsing. Not suitable for large downloads or high bandwidth applications (such as Skype, YouTube, Netflix, iPlayer/video streaming, etc). Sorry, pets are not accepted. No smoking.

Availability

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the Book Now menu above to select your desired holiday dates.

Changeover Day: Sun

Booked Available
2024
Price

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 4
04 Feb 2024 - 30 Mar 2024 £695.00
31 Mar 2024 - 20 Apr 2024 £795.00
21 Apr 2024 - 04 May 2024 £695.00
05 May 2024 - 25 May 2024 £795.00
26 May 2024 - 01 Jun 2024 £895.00
02 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024 £795.00
23 Jun 2024 - 20 Jul 2024 £895.00
21 Jul 2024 - 24 Aug 2024 £950.00
25 Aug 2024 - 14 Sep 2024 £795.00
15 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024 £695.00
06 Oct 2024 - 26 Oct 2024 £795.00
27 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 £550.00
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 £895.00
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 £895.00
06 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 POA
06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 POA
06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 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

Reviews
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10-Sep-2023

As above, clean comfortable. Suited us as we like peace and quiet away from hustle and bustle. Would probably not suit ...

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24-Jul-2023

My second visit to Letterfearn. It is in a stunning position and there is so much wildlife to see, literally on the door...

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07-Jul-2023

A lovely cottage equipped with all the facilities you could want.
The views over Loch Duich are stunning, it is dif...

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24-Nov-2022

great location, very well equipped, great views and wildlife around, we have stayed many times and look forward to our n...

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07-Oct-2022

A perfect cottage in a splendid and peaceful location with quick access to Isle of Skye and other more well known touris...

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