Shiskine : self catering apartment with stunning views

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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Gairloch, Scotland

Rua Reidh Lighthouse

5 min drive

Big Sand Beach

24 min drive

Gairloch Beach

40 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Shiskine is a self catering holiday apartment in the small crofting community of Aultgrishan, 8 miles north of Gairloch, right on the coast, with stunning views over The Minch to the Isle of Skye, The Shiant Isles, and the Isles of Harris and Lewis in the Outer Hebrides.
It is entirely self-contained, occupying the first floor of the owner’s house, and is accessed via its own separate entrance. The apartment comprises lounge area, dining area, kitchen and 2 bedrooms each with ensuite facilities.
It's a great place for couples, solo adventurers, walkers, photographers. If you are wanting to be surrounded by nature, peace and tranquillity, this is the place for you.
More details and availability at shiskine.com

Property manager

Mark

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Similar properties

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please bear in mind that this is a very quiet and peaceful environment and we would ask all guests to respect that.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gairloch

Located in Gairloch, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Big Sand Beach and Gairloch Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gairloch Sitooterie and Perfume Studio. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gairloch, Scotland

What's nearby

Rua Reidh Lighthouse - 5 min drive
Inverewe Gardens - 20 min drive
Big Sand Beach - 24 min drive
Gairloch Beach - 40 min drive
Redpoint Beach - 67 min drive

Getting around

Inverness (INV) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Barn Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪The Mountain Coffee Co - ‬10 min drive
‪Malvaig Inn - ‬15 min walk
‪Melvaig Inn - ‬13 min walk
‪Crumbs - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shiskine : self catering apartment with stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shiskine : self catering apartment with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shiskine : self catering apartment with stunning views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shiskine : self catering apartment with stunning views located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Rua Reidh Lighthouse, Big Sand Beach and Gairloch Beach. Gairloch Sitooterie and Gairloch Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Valérie B.

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super

L'appartement a une vue magnifique. Il est situé en pleine nature, bien équipé et très confortable. Prévoir une voiture. Des randonnées et visites sont à faire. Les propriétaires sont très gentils. Merci pour ce beau séjour.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

lindsey d.

31 July 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

9 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helpful

Just to say property excellent 👍 Hosts kind. Smashing holiday !

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wes H.

1 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What is there not to love?

The pictures that accompany this listing do not begin to describe the stunning beauty of this place. The ocean and the surrounding mountains are breath-taking! The hike down to the secluded beach is moderately difficult but well worth the effort . The beach front hike provided more stunning views. The apartment is very modern with a comfortable living area, a kitchen with a stove top/oven, plenty of cooking utensils and modern appliances. There are 2 large bedrooms (one with a magnificent view of the ocean and surrounding mountains), each with a private toilet and shower. There are several restaurants in the area and dinner at the Badachro Inn is a must! Our lovely hosts, Mark and Maria, were most gracious and helpful. We will most definitely stay here again the next time we are in the Gairloch region.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

10 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location

A very enjoyable stay with everything we needed.Friendly hosts very peaceful and glorious weather

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent

Fabulous location, beautiful well appointed apartment with wonderful natural light. Sounds of the sea and the birds made our stay a delightful week. Mark was a friendly host who was on hand to help but gave us free rein to enjoy our stay. Beautiful flowers to welcome us too. Would love to return

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

13 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr n Mrs c Buckley

The loft conversion was lovely , very cosy . and lovely n warm .It had great facilities . Beds very comfy and lovely linen . It is 8 miles from the nearest village . Great views . Lovely place to chill . We traveled about the 2 full days we had , but enjoyed the relaxing evenings .Would definitely recommend .

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

We had a wonderful stay! The apartment was clean, comfortable, and well stocked. Mark and Maria were fantastic hosts, available when needed but gave us much privacy. We loved the views, cats, sheep, and many birds we saw during our stay. On clear nights we enjoyed looking up at the stars and Milky Way through the skylights and even saw some shooting stars. Gairloch is nearby and has several cute shops and restaurants. We enjoyed the gorgeous scenery when traveling to Inverewe Gardens and Ullapool. We had the best time and were able to relax and rest. We highly recommend staying at Shiskine!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Usha S.

23 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The apartment was bright, clean and spacious. We were looked after very well.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morag M.

13 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shiskine

Lovely apartment. Very clean and well laid out. Would recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gill R.

1 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property in lovely location

Excellent property which is very well presented with the most amazingly comfortable king size beds. Amazing location with stunning sea views. Mark was a very good and helpful host and replied promptly to any queries we had prior to arrival and was available on site should there have been any issues during stay (which there weren't). Would be very happy to stay at Shiskine again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suchita P.

13 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isolated, calm and fantastic

Beautiful cottage at a beautiful location. Isolated enough to be calm, yet easy to reach grocery shops and restaurants. The view from the cottage itself is priceless. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ross H.

27 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Amazing location, lovely apartment, clean, cosy, had everything we needed and perfect for a weekend away

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

29 June 2019

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We had a very short stay due to family emergency but the time we had there was amazing.

Very tranquil and a great getaway from life’s hustle and bustle. I would recommend this apartment to anyone who is looking for a great getaway. Lots to see and explore and the beaches and views are amazing

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mark

We live onsite and are available most of the time if you have any questions during your stay.

Why they chose this property

You won't need to ask this question once you get here!

What makes this property unique

The views are stunning, the area is remote, tranquil, surrounded by ocean and mountains, and abundant wildlife. Big dark skies for stargazing, spectacular sunsets, and perhaps even the Northern Lights! A real place to get away from it all and relax.