Guests say
Hill Cottage in Ullapool receives high praise for its beautiful presentation, cleanliness, and comfortable furnishings. Guests appreciate the peaceful, scenic location with walks from the door and easy access to Ullapool. The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, offering a cosy retreat with stunning views and opportunities to observe local wildlife. Minor issues such as a non-working oven, some lights, and a tumble dryer were noted but did not detract from guests’ enjoyment. Overall, visitors found their stays relaxing and memorable, with many expressing a desire to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean and very well presented, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the peaceful, scenic setting and proximity to Ullapool, as well as the beautiful countryside and beaches nearby.
The cottage is described as exceptionally comfortable, with high-quality beds and seating. One guest mentioned a mattress being less comfortable than expected, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The property is well-equipped and in excellent repair, though a few minor maintenance issues were mentioned, such as a non-working oven, some kitchen lights, and the tumble dryer.
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
A restored Highland croft house set high in unspoiled Highland landscape, where shifting skies and ancient hills shape every view..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Corner Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Garden with lawn area, sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Looking out across hills and river below, this detached former croft offers the rare combination of complete rural seclusion and carefully restored comfort. Step straight from the door into wild landscape, or simply pause and take in the stillness — this is a place to slow down and breathe properly.
Painstakingly renovated by its Highland owners, the cottage blends traditional character with thoughtful modern living. Downstairs, the open-plan living space combines exposed stonework, deep-silled windows and solid wood floors with the warmth of leather sofas and a stove-effect fire. The modern kitchen, complete with range-style cooker, makes long, relaxed suppers after a day outdoors a pleasure rather than a chore.
Upstairs, two beautifully presented bedrooms echo the tones of the surrounding hills, with calming natural colours and quality furnishings designed for proper rest. A spacious bathroom with corner bath and separate shower completes the first floor.
Outside, the enclosed garden offers uninterrupted views across the strath, with garden furniture and BBQ for long evenings under open skies. A path meanders gently down through the hillside to the river Kanaird — perfect for a quiet stroll, a picnic, or simply sitting beside the water.
With private parking for three cars and secure bike storage, Hill Cottage makes an ideal base for walkers, cyclists and those seeking a true Highland escape. Despite its peaceful setting, it remains well placed for exploring the dramatic coastline, mountains and villages of the northwest Highlands.
This is not simply a place to stay, it’s a place to feel the landscape.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
EPC Rating = C
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
HI-10386-F
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (8)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable well equipped and clean cottage. Amazing views and we loved watching the animals. We hade a fantastic time loved every minute.Just for information Two lights in the kitchen and the tumble dryer not working but this didn’t bother us.
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Christian Fielder
Great place from which to explore north and south of the west coast of Scotland. Very peaceful location. Cottage was equipped ok with all we needed. Two small niggles- the temperature of the shower was warm rather than hot and the mattress in the double room was not as comfortable as we are used to. But overall a great place to stay
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Tracey White
We absolutely loved our week at Hill Cottage, it was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for us, remote enough to feel like we could forget about everything, but close enough to Ullapool to get what we needed. The scenery around the cottage is breath taking, we loved having sheep and lambs for neighbours, and loved watching the wildlife. In fact, we didn’t want to leave.