Guests say
Kildonan cottage offers a truly memorable stay in a breathtaking, remote location with spectacular views and abundant wildlife, including deer and dolphins. Guests consistently praise the spacious, comfortable house, well-equipped games room, and peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for families and those seeking a tranquil retreat. While some mention minor maintenance and cleanliness issues, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return. The property is best suited to those who appreciate seclusion and natural beauty, and who are prepared for a drive to local shops.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, but a few reviews noted issues such as dog hair on sofas, dirty walls, and some kitchen appliances needing attention. These concerns were not universal but were mentioned enough to warrant consideration.
The location is widely celebrated for its stunning scenery, wildlife, and tranquillity. Its remoteness is a highlight for most, though guests should be prepared for longer drives to shops and amenities.
Guests frequently describe the house as warm, spacious, and comfortable, with plenty of room for families and groups. Beds and showers receive positive mentions, and the property is well-suited for relaxation.
The games room, secure garden, and ample parking are appreciated, and the house is generally well-equipped. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as sealed windows, minor appliance faults, and the need for a little TLC, but these did not detract significantly from most stays.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This simple, basic rural getaway is set in a stunning location on the North Coast 500. It offers some of the best views in Scotland and is a great starting point for nature lovers to explore incredible places.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Sky, Netflix, Sound System, Table Football, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Games Room: Pool Table, Dartboard
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Fast Broadband included- for checking emails/browsing only- strictly no streaming. Initial coal for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. . 3 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden.. Set in private grounds on the stunning Little Loch Broom, Kildonan is a bright, spacious, and modern detached house with uninterrupted views across the loch to the Summer Isles, surrounded by hills and mountains. Tucked away down a quiet track, it’s ideal for a peaceful getaway with family or friends. The large kitchen/dining room features a modern farmhouse style with flagstone floors and built-in units. Opposite is a spacious living room with soft leather sofas and a wood burner. The ground floor games room is a great bonus, with a central pool table, dart board, and other games. Rural gardens surround the house, perfect for evening relaxation. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms include one en-suite, all attractively presented with coordinated soft furnishings and high-quality furniture. A family bathroom includes a deep roll-top bath and separate shower.
Kildonan sits on a promontory near the head of Little Loch Broom, ideal for swimming in summer. Badluarach jetty at the lane’s end gives easy water access. The small crofting hamlet features scattered cottages, livestock, and access to open moorland. Walkers and climbers will love the nearby trails, with the famous An Teallach just 5 minutes away. It’s equidistant from Ullapool and Gairloch, and part of the North Coast 500, known for its dramatic, unspoilt scenery. Sandy beaches, coves, rivers, and mountains abound. The nearby village of Dundonnell offers a seasonal restaurant and bar.
Both Ullapool and Gairloch, just 30 minutes’ drive away, have excellent facilities, including a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as visitor attractions. Beach 4 miles. Shop 13 miles, pub and restaurant 8 miles.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (16)
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Peter
We have stayed here before. The house is perfect for what we require. Always lovely and warm, loads of hot water for showers. Once we get the next trip organised we will definitely be booking again!
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Louise
What a stunning location.If youre looking for shops and cafes within 5 mins, its the wrong place for you.If youre looking for peace, wildlife and boat spotting its a defo! Gailoch and Ullapool are a good 30 mins away but through some beautiful scenery! Gairloch has a Co-op and Morrisons local and Ullapool a Tesco. There is a garage at Laide about 10 mins from property that supposedly sells lots of things. But if you go prepared like us, always with 2/3 days worth of food youll be fine! The house has views from every window and you could never get bored of if.We saw dolphins everyday in the loch right infront of us. Deer and sheep surrounding us. The garden is enclosed with lots of parking and a picnic bench.We saw the ferry to Lewis and even a cruise ship and always fishing boats or the odd tug going down loch to the fish farm. Kildonan has pretty much all you need except maybe a nespresso coffee machine, but we always take our own if not listed! It does have a caffteire.TV signal was bad at times when weather not great, and couldnt work out how to do our own netflixs etc, didnt have a guest icon, but we arent tech people and we didnt go to watch tv, but maybe a DVD player and some films would come in handy for the winter months.The games room was great and also has the best view! We are already missing our little haven and would love to return if possible one day.
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Confirmed Guest
Location was stunning and cottage very comfortable for our party of 7. Although fairly isolated the drives to nearby "tourist" spots such as Ullapool, Mellon Udrigle and Inverewe Gardens were through some wonderful scenery.Games room great for the grandchildren and everyone was comfortable.We all enjoyed our stay.