The Steading

ID: S1330277

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets 3

Guests say

The Steading is a highly recommended cottage for a peaceful retreat amidst nature. Guests praise its fantastic location, abundant wildlife, and cosy comfort. The property offers a chance to unwind and reconnect with nature, with sightings of deer, pine martens, and other animals being a highlight. The cottage is well-equipped for self-catering, though some minor maintenance like knife sharpening is noted.

There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided.

The location is consistently praised for its fantastic scenery and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and nature watching.

Guests find the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, suggesting a high level of satisfaction with the overall comfort of the property.

The cottage is described as well-equipped for a self-catering holiday, but a minor issue with kitchen knives needing sharpening slightly lowers the score.

While guests express high satisfaction with their stay, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches, so a score cannot be provided. It should be noted that while such gestures may occur, they are not guaranteed.

About this property

An outstanding holiday home for up to six people, a truly exceptional location on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, which is the most westerly point of mainland Britain.. Located in the small settlement of Camas Inas a few miles west from Salen, The Steading has the most glorious situation with its own beach fronting and fabulous views across Loch Sunart. There isn’t a jetty or slip here, but you can get your boat down across the stones and into the water. There are also moorings in the bay if you arrive by boat. It really is a superb spot to take the kayaks, or your boat and explore the miles of deserted coastline, or even nip round to Tobermory on the Isle of Mull for a bite to eat (only 30 minutes by speedboat!). There’s wildlife all around with dolphins, porpoises, seals and otters all regular visitors to your very own bay. The wildlife doesn’t stop there, you’ll see many species visiting the garden, red deer and pine martens feed in the garden and there is a most amazing array of birdlife, including golden and sea eagles.

The garden is large and runs right down to your own beach. There is a lovely patio area by the house and lots of mature flower beds and lawn for children and pets to explore. A highlight though is a wee footpath that leads off to the south-western edge of the plot, and you traverse a boardwalk to reach a promontory where there is a spectacular seating-area, it most be one of the best pre-dinner drink spots in Scotland, just mountains and sea with all the wildlife to spot.

Entering the property through the patio doors you come into the open plan living/dining/kitchen space, with the living and dining area having floor to ceiling windows with extraordinary views and also with a large wood burner and TV. The kitchen area has an enormous island and everything you want and need to cook up meals to suit any occasion. Off the kitchen there is a drying room and utility space, through which there is a great gym room with views of the loch. The master double bedroom with en-suite bathroom has a freestanding bath and walk-in shower and the view from the bath is very special. The master bedroom also has a private balcony with chairs to soak up the setting at any time of the day. There are another two bedrooms, a double room and twin room, as well as a beautiful walk-in shower room.

The Steading is a fantastic holiday home that upon arrival you will not want to leave, it’s a great house for families, groups of friends and especially those with dogs as it is a luxury property that is also very dog friendly. Close to the property you have some interesting places to visit including the local Ardnamurchan distillery and famous lighthouse at the UK mainland’s most westerly point. The peninsula has many deserted beaches to explore, mountains to climb, and lochs to swim and fish. It’s a truly untouched area that you will want to keep exploring. Beach 100 yards. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 6 miles.. All on the

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 40" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner

Dining area: Patio Doors Leading To Garden

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Sliding Doors Leading To Balcony

Ensuite: Slipper Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Heated Towel Rail, Walk-In Shower, Toilet.

Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and broadband internet included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Lawned 1 acre garden with patio and garden furniture. Balcony with outdoor furniture. Fishing on-site. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. There is an unfenced beach with tidal reach, 100 yards away.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Suitable for up to 3 pets

Reviews (7)

  • Anna Heyes

    A great property in a fantastic location. I would highly recommend researching foods that will attract local wildlife, you won't be disappointed.Our stay over new year enabled us to completely shutdown and relax. Better than therapy.Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

  • Terry Sheen

    Absolutely beautiful place and amazing scenery, we had a December stay , but I would imagine a summer stay would be absolutely amazing

  • Jane

    If you like busy bustling places then The Steading and the Ardnamurchan Peninsula is not for you.It's a peaceful haven with a garden bustling with wildlife. Between us We saw a wide variety of garden birds, pine marten and deer. The deer visted morning and evening with the number in the group varying from 2 to 12. We even saw a fawn suckling It's mother. The stag walked his group through on our last morning which was a perfect end to our week.The cottage has everything you need from a cooking equipment view. The only thing we missed was a hair dryer - having short hair I do use a hair dryer at home but managed without and it certainly spoil the holiday.

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