Shieldaig is a 5 star village only 1 & 1/2 hours from Inverness (single track the last 1/2 hour). A hidden gem in the Highlands, with a truly spectacular location nestled amongst the Torridon Mountains, sitting right on the West Coast. A perfect base (with shop & pub) for exploring the Applecross peninsular, Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, Eilean Donan Castle, Plockton, Inverewe Gardens, Glen Elg and the rest of Wester Ross.
At the top of a 4 star Visit Scotland award the emphasis here is not so much on hedonistic luxury, more on thoughtful, consistent comfort & quality throughout. Be that the very comfortable, inviting large beds, relaxing guest lounge, hand made soap or the locally sourced, fresh cooked "Slow Food". Sustainability is a key part of the philosophy and recognised in Sawday's ethical collection with a Green Tourism awward pending.
The house has a restful contemporary decor with tasteful art & crafts - much local. All 3 guest bedrooms are ensuite with king or superking sized (zip & link) beds and have mountain & sea views. Meals are in the architect designed, floor to ceiling glazed dining room with its communal table, where you can enjoy good company, the island view & maybe catch a glimpse of the white-tailed sea-eagles or pine marten.
Guest facilities include wireless internet access, drying room, mini library - local books, laptop with broadband access, folder of walks and bikes for loan. The 1st floor guest living room has a "to die for" panoramic view with a large TV and a good DVD collection for wet days. Great care is taken to ensure guests enjoy the area with daily detailed weather forecasts and judicious help selecting activities.
We are non-smoking, do not accept pets into the house or take children under 12 years old. To create & maintain a relaxed, peaceful atmosphere and be gentler on the environment we rarely accommodate 1 night stays. Around 70% of guest stays are for 3 or more nights - very much in the spirit of Slow Travel.
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