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Achnacroish Cottage Balvicar - Seil
Achnacroish is a historic cottage set on the beautiful island of Seil near
Oban in Argyllshire. It is a wonderful location, which is perfect for
walking, bird watching, and wildlife study, or for simply relaxing. The
surrounding area has an abundance of wildlife and there is a nearby nature
reserve.
Achnacroish is an original croft cottage, said to be the oldest surviving on
the island; which dates back to the 18th century.
Seil was once an important slate quarrying area and a museum commemorates
this. The island is connected to the mainland by the "Bridge over the
Atlantic", and is 12 miles south of Oban.
The cottage, which was restored and modernised in 1975 and has been kept in
excellent condition since retains its original character with thick external
walls, a local slate roof and small windows. It stands in a field on a
working croft containing sheep and other livestock. Facing east, Achnacroish
cottage enjoys lovely views over to the Degnish peninsula. Behind the
cottage is Barr Mor; and there are wonderful views of the islands of Easdale,
Mull, Luing and Seil from the top.
The cottage is connected to the road by a short track which can be muddy
after rain.
Interior of Cottage
Accomodation: The inside has been comfortably furnished by
the owner who has spent many holidays in it over the years, and in all
seasons.
The interior is divided into three areas; living room, shower room, and
bedroom.
Living Room
This is an open plan room with a stone flag floor, wood burning stove, and
two Velux roof windows. In the room are easy chairs, a single divan bed and a
single folding sofa bed. Also there is a pine chest of drawers, a
bookcase, a CD player/radio, and a TV with a DVD player.
Kitchen
The kitchen area contains modern fitted units, and incorporates a sink, an
electric cooker with oven, a microwave, fridge, electric kettle and coffee
maker.
A dining table and chairs is provided and there is a full complement
of crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils.
Bedroom
Off the corridor is the bedroom. This contains a double bed, fitted
wardrobes, pine chest of drawers and a chair.There is a mirror and
light, a hair dryer, an iron and board, and a Velux window.
Bathroom
At the end of the carpeted corridor is the shower room which contains a
modern shower cubicle, a W.C. and wash basin, a radiant heater, heated towel
rail, shaver socket and clothes drier.
Heating
In addition to the log burning stove, there are wall mounted dimplex
panel heaters and a fan heater.
Water is heated by an immersion heater and the cottage is fully double
glazed.
Bed linen and towels are included and a supply of logs for the wood
burning stove is usually maintained.
Prices
Prices for the 2010 season range from £180 - £350 per week. Bed linen
and a supply of logs are included. Electricity is extra and is calculated
by the guest on a meter reading basis. For more information click here
Contact Us
Please use the contact us page if you have any questions - Alternatively
Bookings/General Enquiries:
Clint Trigg
18 The Avenue
Liphook
Hants
GU30
7QD
Cottage Owner:
Will Lindsay
26 Wingfield Court
Banstead
Surrey
SM7
2GD
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