Flora's House, Applecross Peninsula, Wester Ross, Highlands

Flora's House is a renovated cottage, situated in a spectacular location - with wonderful views over the Sea Loch of Torridon & over towards the Torridon mountains. The cottage will sleep from two to five people Maximum. Ideal for two couples with a child. There are three bedrooms in the house

(1-double, 1 twin & 1 Single). The very small single bedroom is accessed through the main double bedroom. ( ideal for a child ). There are two bathrooms, (one being en-suite). Downstairs in the sitting room there is an open fire & a wood- burning stove in the dining room. Coal is provided for the open fire in the sitting room.

Flora's House is set back from the other houses - in an elevated and private position. It is a comfortable & cosy cottage - making for an ideal retreat.

Kenmore is one of a number townships dotted along the coast of the Peninsula. The townships typically comprised 6 – 10 croft dwellings clustered around a sheltered inlet or bay on Loch Shieldaig with the residents depending on in-shore fishing and crofting as their only means of income and food.

The general area is a Hillwalker's & Fisherman's paradise & renowned for it's scenic beauty and abundance of wild life. Kenmore is approx 7 miles from Shieldaig.

Excellent food can be had at Applecross - which is approx 25 minutes glorious drive along the coast road.
A butchers and a fish mongers van make weekly journeys around the coast road stopping off at each of the townships along the way

Flora’s House is on the West coast in the Highlands of Scotland and is approximately two hours drive from Inverness.

If flying, then car hire will be essential.
Flights to Inverness Airport include return trips from Luton, Gatwick, Bristol, Belfast and East Midlands with either ’Easyjet’ /or ’Ryan Air’

If you wish to use Satellite Navigation to guide you to Kenmore, the full Post code is as follows: - IV54 8XH

The Applecross Peninsula in Wester Ross only became accessible to road traffic in the mid 1970’s. Prior to that, the small coastal communities could only be reached by sea. Although single track roads now run around the edge of the Peninsula, it remains one of the most unspoilt areas in Scotland.

A835 to Garve

A832 – Achnasheen

A890 – Lochcarron

A896 – Kishorn & towards Shieldaig –

The Gulf Stream flows along the west side of the Peninsula and in addition to moderating the climate adds to the enjoyment of water sports and fishing.

The spectacular topography of the area and the stunning views may be fully appreciated on the Bealach nam Bo. This was a former drove road and now single track public road running from Tornapress west to Applecross. The route crosses the highest pass in Scotland at 626 metres above sea level. On a clear day the views are inspiring and include a unique perspective of the Cuillin on Skye although the car driver will be fully occupied negotiating the series of blind summits and hairpin bends on the road.

Price Range From £350 to £675 Per Week -Depending On The Season & Occupancy.**Please e-mail the owner for a quote.**

**25% PRICE REDUCTION FOR MARCH, APRIL & MAY 2010 - **
***NEW REDUCED PRICES SHOWN***

For example - Easter Good Friday week - 27th March to 3rd April =
Was £600 // **New reduced price =£450**

**Rental rates are inclusive of electricity plus coal & peat for the open fire in the sitting room. ** SATURDAY to SATURDAY bookings.

Early SPRING 27 Feb - 27 Mar £375 - 1 Week
**EASTER WEEKS 2010** 27 Mar - 10 Apr £450 - 1 Week
**SPRING** 10 Apr - 30 Apr £ 375 - 1 Week
BANK HOLIDAY**MAY** 1 May - 8 May £450 - 1 Week
***MID MAY*** 8 May - 29 May £395 - 1 Week
***MAY*** BANK HOLIDAY 29 May - 5 Jun £ 675 - 1 Week
***JUNE 2010*** 5 Jun - 26 Jun - £ 575 - 1 Week
***SUMMER 2010*** 26 Jun - 4 Sep -£ 675 - 1 Week
SEPTEMBER 2010 4 Sep - 25 Sep £ 575 - 1 Week

VISITOR COMMENTS:-
Mr & Mrs Ready (4th July - 11th July 2009)
Thanks very much for such a lovely holiday. We really enjoyed the use of your cottage and the views were spectacular.
We were very lucky to see the Pine Marten every night and he has certainly got into the habit of coming for an evening snack. He seemed to enjoy the Hob Nobs we put out!
Thanks again we hope to be in touch in the future as we loved the cottage and the area.

Mr & Mrs Barrett (23rd May - 30th June 2009)
We have just got back (sadly) from a great week and wanted to thank you.

Flora's House in Kenmore is a sheep farming community & the cottage stands amid the communal grazing grounds –
Dogs are allowed in the cottage with Prior arrangement and on the understanding that they are "very well housetrained".
(a maximum of two average sized well trained dogs allowed).

Because of the above - We ask dog owners to be extra vigilant.

Please note that bedding is provided in the cottage (Blankets & Duvets), -but not linen.

We ask guests to bring their own Sheets, duvet covers, Pillow cases, / Towels & Tea Towels.

The cottage is let on a weekly basis from 3.00 PM on Saturday and expires at 10.00 am on the last Saturday of the period.

The maximum number of persons allowed is five.

A non returnable deposit of 25% will be made for each booking and must be forwarded at the time of confirming the booking. A returnable deposit of £50-00 will be charged with the initial 25% non returnable deposit to cover possible breakage's or damage to the property or excessive consumption of electricity or fuel.

The township of Kenmore consists of 10 Houses. The cottage is set back from the other houses - in an elevated and private position. It is a comfortable & cosy cottage - making for an ideal retreat.

There are numerous Munros to challenge hill climbers – Slioch, Liathach, Ben Alligan and Sgorr Ruadh to name a few. Less demanding walking may be found on the Applecross Peninsula itself following the numerous paths which linked the townships before road traffic.