Forge End Holiday Cottage, Applecross, Scotland

Entire cottage in Applecross, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Alea
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

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Set in the scenic heart of the west coast of Scotland, Forge End provides the perfect base to relax and enjoy the surrounding hills, beaches, winding coastal roads and abundant wildlife the Applecross peninsula has to offer. With a private enclosed garden, this generously appointed two bedroom holiday cottage includes a modern kitchen with breakfast bar, dining space, a cosy lounge, and large bathroom with couples Jacuzzi bath. Forge End is centrally located close to local pubs and restaurants.

The space
The modern and well appointed open plan kitchen and dining area provide guests with a breakfast bar, dining table, a wood burning stove, convection oven, large induction hob, free standing Smeg fridge/freezer, Smeg toaster, Smeg percolator coffee machine and Smeg kettle, Robertson digital radio, dishwasher and washer/dryer. The large family bathroom includes a spacious rainfall shower and large Jacuzzi bath with mood lighting. The bedrooms are fitted with Sensaform Airstream memory foam mattresses, and a Smart TV with Netflix is available in the snug lounge room with complimentary WiFi available throughout the cottage and private parking on site. A glass door opens from the kitchen/dining room onto a spacious patio with outdoor seating for guests to enjoy the enclosed garden with views of local woodlands and the hills surrounding Applecross bay.

Forge End is conveniently located within walking distance of Applecross bay and facilities. Forge End is 0.2 miles (5 min walk) from The Junction Bar; 0.5 miles (11 min walk) from the award winning Applecross Inn; 1.1 miles (24 min walk) from the Walled Garden Cafe & Restaurant and 1.6 miles (7 min drive) from the community General Store and Post Office in Camusteil. All distances (and times) based on online map data.

This traditionally designed cottage with modern appointments offers guests the perfect way to relax and unwind in a private and picturesque setting. Applecross offers a mixture of pristine coastline with views to Skye and Raasay, abundant wildlife, historic sites, award winning seafood and the most famous mountain pass and driving route in the UK. Forge End is located on the North Coast 500 driving route and we welcome NC500 guests to our cottage and this special and unique area.

Guest access
Private access to entire property and garden.

Other things to note
Initial fuel for wood burning stove is included, thereafter this is available at the village store.

Please be aware that broadband connection outages and occasional power cuts do occur from time to time in Applecross. This is beyond our control and a function of being located in a remote part of the Highlands.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Private hot tub

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 86 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Applecross, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Neighbourhood highlights

Located along this most famous section of the North Coast 500 driving route, Forge End offers its visitors a chance to experience life in one of the most remote locations of the western coastline of Scotland. Surrounded by stunning mountainous coastal scenery and an abundance of wildlife and beautiful beaches of Applecross, Forge End is also an excellent base to further explore Gairloch, Torridon, Shieldaig, Lochcarron and the Isle of Skye.

Conveniently located within easy walking distance of the famous Applecross Bay and the multi award-winning Applecross Inn on the idylic row of coastal cottages that make up Shore Street. The Inn is open year round offering lunch and evening meals daily. Enjoy stunning views out towards Rassay and Skye and dishes created from fresh local seafood and Scottish produce in an authentic pub setting with wonderfully friendly service.

The Junction Cafe Bar and Bistro is also within the same short walking distance, just along from the Inn offering breakfast, lunch, and evening meals.

A short distance from Applecross Bay is the Applecross historic Walled Garden, Potting Shed Cafe and Restaurant also offering breakfast, lunches and evening meals among a beautiful natural setting of the old Applecross Estate house.

Directly from the cottage you can drive or cycle over the Bealach na Ba pass. This is a historic route, formally drove road and is the highest road in Britain. Spanning six miles and reaching a height of 626 m (2,054 ft) above sea level at its summit. The route offers sensational views and Alpine like hairpin bends with a fantastic rest stop once you reach the The Bealach Cafe and Gallery at Tornapress near Kishorn. Alternatively, drive along the endlessly scenic winding coastal road towards Sheildaig and spot some highland cows, sheep, eagles and more!

Visit the Applecross Photographic Gallery which showcases the works of Jack Marris has wonderful views of the Cuillin ridge on the Isle of Skye, this is 1.4 miles from the property.

The Applecross Community General Store and Post Office is located 1.6 miles from the property in Camusteil and can assist you with all basic needs. Supermarket deliveries are available in the area (by Tesco), however we encourage you to buy locally where possible.

Meet your host

Superhost
86 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Marketing Manager
Lives in Scotland, United Kingdom
I live in Scotland with my husband and our little girl, but I grew up in Canada. I have worked in the hospitality industry managing housekeeping, promotions and events for over 15 years so I simply love to travel, share and create memorable holiday experiences. We love the outdoors. In Scotland we do a lot of running, hillwalking, cycling, camping and kayaking whenever we can. We fell in love with Applecross over ten years ago and have created a holiday home at Forge End that we absolutely adore. If you haven’t been to this part of the world before, you will almost certainly return - as soon as you can!

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 16:00 – 22:00
Checkout before 11:00
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm