Selkie Cabin Achmelvich, Lochinver

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.6

Property highlights

Sea view apartment near Achmelvich Bay Beach

Sun Terrace and Garden: Selkie Cabin Achmelvich in Lochinver offers a sun terrace and a garden. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Modern Amenities: The apartment features a kitchenette, balcony, and streaming services. Additional amenities include a dining table, outdoor furniture, and a private entrance. Free on-site private parking is provided. Scenic Views: Sea, lake, and mountain views enhance the living space. The ground-floor unit provides easy access to the terrace and garden. Local Attractions: Vestey's Beach is an 18-minute walk away. Stornoway Airport is 143 km from the property. Activities such as fishing and hiking are available nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Jennifer
Australia Australia
“Fantastic view, clean, comfortable bed, quiet, could park the car close to the cabin,could turn the heating off at night, good to be able to self cater”
Alderman
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The accomodation resembles an upturned boat and is much more spacious than the "usual" arched roof glamping pods that are now commonplace on the NC500. We stayed in one of these in both Brora and Inverlochy. The ability to walk around the double...”
Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic Location! Close to the beach- walkable distance. shop just down the road although this isn't walkable, it's very easy to get to if you need supplies. The house itself was well stocked with condiments, toiletries and cleaning products. ...”
Ankur
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Host were very responsive and directed well.to the premises. Check in was easy and smooth. Pod was tidy and clean, the amenities were good, location was perfect, pod size was good. Views were awesome and proximity to Achmelvic beach was a plus....”
Cheryl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view was amazing, the bed was very comfortable and ideal having a microwave fridge and stove top. My partner who i surprised with this trip was wowed especially with the view.”
Sean
Ireland Ireland
“Location.......stunning. Beautiful place, would have loved to stay a few nights.”
Shirley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were in the self catering house, and it had absolutely everything we could need. They thankfully had tea, coffee and sugar. The views were outstanding and the short walk to Achmelvich beach, which was beautiful. Small single track road for a...”
Leroy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brilliant place, clean and staff were lovely and friendly”
Tony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view was amazing and the pod was beautifully clean.”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This Pod was in great location with good views, unfortunately the satnav does not take you to it directly, so need to rely on google maps and the signal is not great in this area. Great accommodation though with everything you cold need for 1...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Dorothy Macleod, Neil Cameron

8.4
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Dorothy Macleod, Neil Cameron
Selkie Cabin is ground floor apartment, sitting in its own grounds is open plan with a king size bed, kitchenette area, wet room and sitting room area . It also has a BBQ and elevated decking area . The Cabin has recently been fitted with 4g Broadband. Selkie Cabin is situated overlooking a beautiful sea loch, Loch Roe with its resident seal colony , with the most stunning view out towards the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.
Your hosts are Neil and Dorothy, we live at Achmelvich and are on hand to help with any information or problems, we have a number of different hobbies including Sailing, Diving, fishing and walking, and love living in Assynt, we will do our best to make sure you enjoy your holiday.
Selkie Cabin is situated, a short distance (5 mins walk) from one of the finest beaches in Scotland, Achmelvich with its pristine white sand, and turquoise waters, it gives you access to the beach and this beautiful area with the bonus of being set away from the camp sites in its own fenced off garden, its elevated position gives you glorious views over Loch Roe and the stunning mountains of Assynt. Selkie is roughly four miles drive from the Village of Lochinver where a selection of restaurants and two local stores and local shops for you to spend some time browsing around them. It is truly a magical place.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Selkie Cabin Achmelvich, Lochinver takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £251 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the Studio Apartment has free WiFi.

Please inform Selkie Cabin Achmelvich, Lochinver in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £251 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: HI-00293-F