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This is a one bedroom top floor apartment, with lovely views from all windows over Loch Ewe in the North West Highlands of Scotland and the Torridon mountains, includes one double bed, open plan sittingroom / kitchen, toilet and shower room, fully equipped including bedding and towels,TV/DVD, oil central heating and water heater, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, microwave etc.
A washing machine and tumble dryer are available for use. smoking is Not allowed.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
Bedrooms
1 Full1 Twin1 Crib
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
Meet the host
Alexander M
Hosting since January 2012
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: i am mostly at home to show you into the apartment and give the keys to you,
you can visit the inverewe gardens mueseums and there is a perfume studio round about 15 min walk from apartment, golf and gymroom in Gairloch
Lovely apartment, very clean and had everything you need. Loads of space and the views are stunning from every window. The beach below is lovely. Alexander was a great host.
Visited March 2024
Written April 3, 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review, glad you enjoyed your stay and nice to have met you
Alexander
Written July 15, 2024. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sue W
26 contributions
Lovely apartment, great views, good location.
The apartment is a lovely place. Very well equipped and maintained. There is great triple aspect windows in the lounge giving views of the Loch, the little beach/cove is literally 3 mins walk. The apartment is well heated. Bedroom, bathroom and living area are all really good size. The owner is really nice and on hand if you need anything. It's a good location for exploring the area.
Visited March 2024
Written March 24, 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review glad you enjoyed your stay, it was nice meeting you
Alexander
Written July 15, 2024. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Carl
Manchester, United Kingdom3 contributions
Great place and host too!
We stayed in the Apartment and it's such a lovely place, bigger than it looks on the pictures and views from the windows kept us entertained with the ever-changing views.
Alexander is a great, helpful host who was a pleasure to liaise with both whilst booking and also whilst we were there. I have no hesitation about going back in future! Thank you very much Alexander.
Visited June 2021
Written July 6, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review it was nice having you maybe we will see you sometime then Thanks
Written July 25, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rosie S
1 contribution
Spacious accommodation in splendid surroundings
An excellent apartment, spacious, comfy with a large and well equipped kitchen. Stunning views the loch from all windows.
Visited July 2019
Written July 16, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review it was nice meeting you
Alexander
Written July 28, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Erik Y
Bunnik, The Netherlands249 contributions
A comfortable apartment on a unique spot
The first floor of Alexanders home was transformed a few years ago to a nice and very comfortable apartment for guests. The view in the apartment from the window facing the bay is special . An old quai has been taken over by a colony of arctic terns, which is quite a site. Furthermore we saw several black throated divers and other sea birds and even spotted an otter. During our walks and drives in the surrounding area we spotted a sea eagle and several golden eagles. A unique place for bird watchers and nature lovers.
And yes, there is also a sandy beach, if you want a swim. We did swim in the area but not for long in the water of ca 11 C..
Visited June 2018
Written June 18, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review glad you enjoyed it hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday Alexander
Written June 18, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
brunster10
Carlisle, United Kingdom2 contributions
Hidden Gem
This was was the first time doing a self catering of this type , and we weren't disappointed.
The apartment is spacious light and airy with windows facing all directions with amazing views,the apartment is well equipped and very comfortable (home from home) there is also a sandy beach 2 minutes away. There lots to do and see in the local area .
Thanks Alexander for a lovely stay up there. Thoroughly enjoyed it
Visited August 2017
Written August 14, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review it was nice meeting you and hope you got home safely Alexander
Written August 16, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gillian S
2 contributions
Perfect situation
Very comfortable clean homely apartment. Perfect situation and Alexander very helpful. Would recommend this accommmodation
Visited July 2017
Written August 1, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review, it was nice meeting you Alexander
Written August 14, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
travelmad-7
30 contributions
Very comfortable accommodation (shame about the weather!)
As others have said, the apartment was very well equipped with everything needed as a 'home from home'.(I did not realise that a hairdryer was included so took my own, an unnecessary weight from my sparse airline luggage allowance!). Although the weather was dire, the countryside is beautiful, the birds were amazing (barn owl swooping overhead at night), location extremely peaceful. Our only niggle was a smell of 'dog' that persisted in the lounge area; pets are welcomed so we should have realised, but we found this slightly unpleasant. We would also suggest that a facility for drying wet cagoules would have been a bonus.Otherwise, we could not fault the Taighali Apartment and would recommend it to others..
Visited June 2017
Written June 20, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review nice to have you stay Alexander
Written August 14, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Whistleman2
222 contributions
Most enjoyable stay
We spent last week here and had a thoroughly enjoyable time despite mediocre weather. Alexander’s directions were excellent and he was there to greet us and show us the features of the apartment. We were surprised by how spacious it is, especially the bedroom. With windows on all sides and plenty of light, the apartment is a very pleasant environment in which to relax. Although the weather was cool, it was warm in the apartment and we never felt the need to turn on the heating. There was always plenty of hot water and the shower was consistent. The kitchen is practical and adequately equipped, with plenty of workspace. Chairs rather than stools would have been appreciated at the dining table.
The WiFi worked well and was reasonably fast; the radio reception was surprisingly good, given the remote location; FreeView TV was fine though the television is unusually small by today’s standards; a 32” at least (with integral DVD player) would be more appropriate for the size of the lounge.
One of the attractions of the apartment is the lovely views from all windows and we spent some time looking out and bird-watching with binoculars. One evening we saw a barn owl flying slowly over the fields; it came very close to the house at one point and was visible for some minutes as it hunted. Also interesting was the way in which the hundreds of terns which nest and roost on the old jetty rose into the air en masse every so often for no apparent reason. Wheatears, wagtails, pipits and oystercatchers in the garden and nearby fields and black-throated divers, red-breasted mergansers and gannets on the loch, so plenty of interest for birders.
We did some short local walks; the area at the end of the track beyond the Aroma Café is interesting due to its rock formations and the remains of WW2 fortifications; we saw a seal not far from the shore there a number of times.
We had coffee at the Aroma Café but found it very expensive and dinner at the Aultbea Hotel; that too was expensive (especially the wine) but good, with friendly service. Nice visit to Inverewe Gardens (free admission with our National Trust cards) but the midges were a nuisance, as they were during a pleasant walk on the way-marked trails at Laide Wood!
Overall a great stay and we would certainly recommend the accommodation.
Visited June 2017
Written June 13, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you for your review, glad you enjoyed your stay i will think about a bigger TV glad you got home safely
Alexander
Written June 13, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
twillardo
Dundee, United Kingdom27 contributions
Mr
The booking process and communication with Alexander was 1st class, the apartment is set in a quiet rural area and was just what we were looking for, we found the drive to the apartment extremely relaxing due to the fantastic scenery.
We were met by the very pleasant Alexander upon our arrival, he let us into the apartment which is entered by the front door and up a flight of stairs to a landing, immediately to the right was the double bedroom where Alexander had kindly put in a single bed for our 10 year old son, there was a comfortable & very cost double bed with a double wardrobe and dressing table with plenty of storage space for clothes.
Across the hall is the nice, clean & bright shower & toilet, no bath but a roomy shower enclosure with a handbasin & toilet.
Leaving the toilet/shower room you take a right into the bright spacious open plan kitchen/dining & living room, the large and clean fitted kitchen area has an electric hob with a fan assisted oven, good sized fridge & freezer, there is lots of cupboard space along with cooking utensils, cutlery, dishware along with pots & pans, there is also a dining table that seats 4 if you fancy cooking in the apartment which we did on a few occasions.
Walking through the kitchen/dining area you are in the large living room, there are three windows offering fantastic views over Loch Ewe & the Torridon range which were absolutely breathtaking, there is gas central heating throughout the spartment for colder days & nights, Freeview TV & WiFi.
Our stay consisted of mainly hill walking due to the many and varied walks in the area, visiting the surrounding town's & villages, historical sites & sampling the local cuisine.
There are lots and varied places of interest to visit so it's a good idea to brush up on the local knowledge prior to visiting.
The Perfume Studio/Aroma cafe is a walkable distance (20 min) and the closest place for a drink or a bite to eat but has limited opening times, there is also the Aultbea Hotel which is a short drive (10 min) back to Aultbea serving fantastic food with two great hosts, I have left reviews for both these establishments on TripAdvisor.
One definite recommendation is whilst heading to the apartment watch out for the house on the left with a large iron work lady in the garden, slow down and look in the clear honest box for fresh eggs, leave £1.40 and help yourself to six of the best eggs you will taste.
Visited April 2016
Written May 20, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sightseer619920
Thank you very much for your review it was nice meeting.
Alexander
Written May 21, 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The area has lots to do museum, golf, gymroom, inverewe gardens, perfume studio, craft shops.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
There is a wester bus daily except Sundays
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilities
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 AM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
A deposit of £100 per week and remainder paid 4 weeks before holiday starts
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