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The Old School House

Cottage in Strathcarron with kitchen and fireplace

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Fireplace
Interior
Interior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Applecross
  • Place, Applecross Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Applecross Heritage Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Torridon
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Strathcarron

At this cottage, you'll be 9.6 km (6 mi) from Loch Torridon and 10.4 km (6.5 mi) from Applecross Beach. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. A kitchen and a fireplace are also available.

What's nearby

  • Applecross Beach - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Applecross Heritage Centre - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Loch Torridon - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Applecross Community Hall - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Bealach na Ba - 22 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Strathcarron Station - 36 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 161 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Applecross Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Walled Garden & Potting Shed Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Junction - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Big Grill Society - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Applecross Walled Garden Cafe & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Old School House

Relax and unwind in this former School House which has been tastefully extended and renovated in 2022. The property offers accommodation for up to five guests. Secluded, yet within a wonderful location to explore.. This gorgeous cottage, within its own walled garden, enjoys a gloriously sunny position on the seashore with spectacular views from most rooms towards the islands of Raasay, Rona and Skye. Reached via a quarter-mile track, the house was originally converted in the 1980s, whilst retaining interesting original features and has been extended and renovated in 2022. Formerly classrooms, the part-panelled living room and well-equipped modern kitchen feature lovely high ceilings, and there is a large picture window in the sitting room, ideal for viewing wonderful sunsets and abundant wildlife.

Sandy beaches are to be found at Sand Beach (3 miles) and Applecross Bay (7 miles); the village of Applecross itself is home to a couple of great restaurants, including a multi-award winning restaurant serving fresh seafood dishes, as well as a Post Office/local store. The sheltered, fertile coast around the village is idyllic, you can wander along lanes banked with wild iris and orchids and explore beaches and rock pools on the shore.

Several National Trust for Scotland properties make for good days out, including Strome Castle, and the Countryside Centre at Torridon (open May to September), the latter providing an insight into local flora, fauna and geology. From Torridon village, a scenic drive takes in the shoreline before winding past cliffs and gorges up to Diabaig, whilst 8 miles to the north, Lake Maree is dotted with Caledonian pine clad islands and lies as a scenic gem. The surrounding area also offers some of Scotland’s best deer-sighting country. This property is in an excellent location for outdoor pursuits including hill-walking, climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding and cycling. Fishing and golf are also both within driving distance. Shop 9 miles. Beach 3 miles.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner, Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

Living room 2: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Bluray Player, DVDs, Books, Games, Multi-Fuel Burner

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Bluray Player, Multi-Fuel Burner

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Corner Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for multi-fuel burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Stairgate. Telephone. Large, enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring.



The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

EPC Rating = F

Letting licence no.: HI10759F

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number HI10759F

Property is also known as

su-STN-STN
3 Bedroom Accommodation in Lonbain, by Applecross Strathcarron

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Old School House?

The closest beach to The Old School House is Applecross Beach (8.6 km).

Does The Old School House have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is The Old School House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that The Old School House is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old School House?

No, The Old School House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old School House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Old School House Reviews

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10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

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