Guests say
Eleven Diabaig Cottage receives glowing praise for its breathtaking location, stunning views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped kitchen, making it ideal for walkers and nature lovers. The rural setting offers peace, dark skies, and access to beautiful walks and wildlife. While the drive to the cottage is challenging, it is well worth it for the scenery. Some guests mention the shower could be improved, but this does not detract from the overall experience. The local harbour restaurant and thoughtful touches from the owners add to a memorable stay.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the cottage being very clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as stunning, beautiful, and offering spectacular views. The remote setting and access to walks and wildlife are highly praised, though the drive is noted as challenging.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable and spacious, with particular mention of comfy beds and a relaxing atmosphere. No significant comfort issues are raised.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, especially the kitchen. The only recurring suggestion is to improve the shower, which is reportedly planned.
Guests mention friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable hosts, as well as a fantastic welcome basket. Please note that gifts such as welcome baskets are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Arriving at Eleven Diabaig Cottage is one of those moments that you’ll remember forever.. The best location in the Scottish Highlands if you want to be between coast and mountains, and simply get away from it all. Diabaig is relatively little known, which is surprising because it’s arguably one of the best little places in the whole of Scotland. This crofting community is at the road end, 9 miles west of Torridon and its magnificent mountain range. The road to Diabaig is otherworldly, like a rollercoaster in places, and it’s honestly one of the best drives in Europe. When you arrive after such a decent drive the place itself surpasses already lofty expectations. Diabaig Cottage is in an elevated position looking down across the other small collection of attractive houses in the village to its charming and historical harbour where a fantastic restaurant and bar awaits. Sheep stroll freely around and which are owned by the property’s owner who lives nearby, so if you visit in the spring and want to hold a lamb, just ask.
The house is a great holiday home for six people, whether it’s family or group of friends. Originally a croft house, built in the 19th century, it has been lovingly extended over the years to provide an excellent sized property. You enter the house and immediately find yourself in a sun room perfect for that morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine. The view is to die for and as well as the local sheep and chickens strolling past, you’ll see red deer, pine marten and eagles passing by too. The binoculars are there for the dolphins and whales. From the sun room the hallway leads to the living room which is spacious and comfortable, and again has an unrivalled view. The living room has a wood burner (kindling and logs are supplied and more can be purchased locally), TV, DVD player and a selection of books. Beyond the living room the enormous kitchen/dining room awaits. It’s a modern extension on the rear of this heritage property. There’s a utility room off of the kitchen and the large family bathroom beyond. Back to the hallway, the master bedroom is on the ground floor and has the most incredible view down to the natural harbour of Diabaig. Shop 8 miles, pub 11 miles and restaurant ½ mile.. Step to entrance (level access at side).
Ground Floor:
Living room: 26" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Books, Games, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room.
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.
Free WiFi
There is level access via a side door.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Reviews (11)
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Thomas
We had a great week in Eleven Diabaig Cottage. Everything was wonderful. Diabaig is very rural, but stunning. Marianne is a wonderful landlady.
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Iain
We absolutely loved our stay! The cottage is spacious for our family of 4, very comfy including beds, well equipped, and has the best views imaginable. We love walking and being outdoors so there were plenty of options close by for a weeks stay. A strong recommendation is the coastal hike to Wester Alligin - especially if you can arrange transport back.
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Margaret Gibson
Had a wonderful week in this beautiful cottage. The long mountain drive from Kinlochewe is worth it for the beautiful scenery, dark sky and everything else that this place has to offer. Helpful and friendly hosts and the lovely harbour restaurant was a delight. A week wasn't long enough to see everything around the area.The only thing I would change would be the shower as it wasn't very strong but I know this is on the cards to be done soon. I love this area of Scotland and I am sure I will be back. Thank you Marianne and Wilma x