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APPLECROSS ESTATE,
The Highlands
Location:
Applecross Peninsula, Wester Ross
Clachan
Manse Photos
Faoilinn Photos
Bramble Lodge Photos
Jam Factory Photos
Situated in Wester Ross, the
village of Applecross is approached by the spectacular Bealach-na-Ba, the
Pass of the Cattle. A breathtaking panorama awaits at the top of the pass
-- layers of misty peaks rise majestically in the distance with the Isle
of Skye and the mountains and sea spread out below.
In Gaelic, Applecross is known as A'Chomraich, or "the sanctuary,"
a name derived from the area's early Christian heritage. The village of
Applecross is beautiful with an air of peace that is hard to equal. Its
broad bay stretches across the Inner Sound to the island of Raasay.
Applecross Estate is unique and stunningly beautiful, with five separate
rental properties spread throughout. Each has been renovated within the
past few years to provide very comfortable lodgings that can accommodate
from two to a dozen people.
The estate is a superb base for birdwatchers, walkers and those who simply
wish to relax. Highland cattle and wild deer graze in the fields, and there
are many birds and wild mammals to observe. The grounds are covered with
beautiful trees and colorful flowers. Several long beaches nearby provide
the perfect place to walk, relax or wade.
Applecross Estate is the very essence of tranquillity. This is a place you
can truly relax and experience the wildness that is Scotland.
Clachan Manse
Clachan, which means “hamlet” in Gaelic, is a traditional Scottish manse situated across the bay from Applecross Village and 300 yards from the sea. It is adjacent to historic Clachan Church, an important religious and archeological site.
Beds and Baths: Sleeps eight in one double and one twin bedroom on second floor, two twin bedrooms on third floor. Two full baths on second floor (tub only), half bath on ground floor. Adjacent to the manse is a simple but comfortable annex that sleeps four in two bunk beds. It has a bath with shower and a woodburning stove.
Living Space: House has three full floors, wide stairways and a spacious feeling. Living room with open fireplace. Front windows look toward the sea.
Essentials: Large eat-in kitchen with table seating eight. Electric stove, Rayburn stove, freezer. Utility room with dishwasher and washing machine. Full electric central heating.
Faoilinn
Faoilinn — “field by the sea” in Gaelic — is located at the heart of the estate.
Beds and Baths: Sleeps four in two twin bedrooms on second floor. Full bath (tub only) on second floor. Half-bath on ground floor.
Living Space: Living room with woodburning stove. Dining alcove in bay window with views of the sea.
Essentials: Kitchen with oak cabinets, dishwasher, Rayburn stove. Washing machine. Full electric central heating.
Bramble Lodge
Bramble Lodge offers very comfortable, traditionally styled accommodation.
Beds and Baths: Sleeps seven. One twin and one single bedroom, each with ensuite bath with shower, plus a half bath on ground floor. Two twin bedrooms, full bath and half bath on second floor.
Living Space: Living room with woodburning stove. Dining room.
Essentials: Kitchen with oak cabinets, dishwasher, Rayburn stove. Utility room with washing machine. Full electric central heating.
Note: Faoilinn and Bramble Lodge together form the west wing of the main estate house. Although each unit is completely self-contained and separate, a connecting passage allows use of the two properties as one for a large party.
Jam Factory
A stone building dating from early Victorian times, the Jam Factory was renovated and extended in 1995 to form a charming one-room house.
Beds and Baths: Sleeps two in twin beds. Bath with shower.
Living Space: Comfortable and cheerful living/bedroom area with woodburning stove. Quarry-tiled throughout with scatter rugs. The entire building measures 15’x26’ and its secluded location at the top of a wooded ridge, with its own private drive, ensures privacy.
Essentials: Spacious and attractive kitchen with electric stove and oak cabinets. Washing machine. Full electric central heating.
For All Houses
Details: Children welcome. Some of the properties are handicapped accessible – please inquire about specifics. Smoking permitted. Pay phone in each house for renters’ use. There are no TVs in any of the houses.
Nearby:
- All groceries, including
wine and spirits, may be purchased at the Applecross Post Office and
General Store in the village. Fresh bread and rolls are available daily
in the village.
- The excellent hotel restaurant
in the village is renowned for its seafood menu.
- When the tide is out in Applecross Bay, there are several mile-long beaches, where the ocean water can reach 70° in the summer. When the tide is in, the ocean is shallow a long way out and therefore is suitable for young children.
On Applecross Estate:
- A once-derelict Victorian
walled garden is currently undergoing restoration.
- Flowers and fresh organic
produce are for sale and there is much to interest the avid gardener.
- One of the oldest pedigree
herds of Highland Cattle in Scotland resides on the estate.
- Estate staff will be happy
to point visitors to various short and long walks.
- Many types of wildlife
may be observed.
- Hill loch fishing for small but tasty trout is available on the estate May through July.
- Inverness and its airport
2 1/2 hours away. Glasgow and its airport 5 hours.
- Kyle of Lochalsh and the bridge to the Isle of Skye are 1 1/2 hours away.
- Rates include linens and towels, all firewood, and cleaning after departure.
- Electricity is extra: There
are coin meters in Jam Factory and Coillie Mhuiridh. In Clachan, Bramble
Lodge and Faoilinn, electricity payment is based on meter reading calculated
on departure (average cost approximately $25/week).
- Security deposit required.
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