THE SMITHY HOUSE
& COTTAGES
SELF CATERING COTTAGES ON THE ASSYNT COASTAL ROUTE OF THE NC500
Located alongside the winding single-track B869 (aka The Drumbeg Loop) of the NC500 route in stunning Assynt, on the north-west coast of the Scottish Highlands, The Smithy House & Cottages offer self-catering accomodation on our small working Croft on the North Assynt Estate. The orignal Blacksmiths on the Stoer peninsula dating back to the 1840's, we have two cottages available, both of which have been beautifully refurbished to provide you with everything you need during your stay with us. The Byre (formerly the barn used for housing animals on the croft) sleeps up to two in double bed accomodation. The Smithy cottage (the original blacksmith's workshop) sleeps up to two in twin bed accomodation.
ACCOMODATION
Set in 2 acres of enclosed garden on our Croft in Assynt, amidst stunning scenery in Europe's last great wilderness, our cottages make the ideal base for all the region has to offer, from walking, relaxing, sailing, fishing (both loch and sea), beach combing and geology (the rock in the area is up to 3,000 million years old) - all from your doorstep! Whether you're doing the NC500 route that passes right in front of the Croft, or spending time with us exploring the local area we're sure you'll enjoy your stay and the complete peace and tranquility it offers!
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Both our cottages have been renovated to a high standard and have log burners, free off-road parking and high speed Wifi. Towels and Linen are included. We supply a welcome tray
with tea, coffee, Borders biscuits and fresh milk as well as a wood basket with logs, kindling and firelighters for your log burner. Our complimentary toiletries are from the Highland Soap Company.
What our guests have said...
Jack, USA
This was one of our favorite stays on our NC500 trip. Paul was was a perfect host. The cottage was well equipped and very clean. Our only regret was we planned for just one night here
Norma, Malta
We did the NC500 route tour, changing accommodation daily and Smithy Cottage was amongst the best
Meriem, UK
A wonderful place, very cosy, comfortable and tastefully decorated. Paul is a great host, helpful, attentive, relaxed and hospitable. Highly recommend
Thomas, UK
Perfect location for NC500 goers. Couldn’t have asked for any more from Paul and his cottage. Although we weren’t there long, the stay was perfect and we would definitely return when in this part of Scotland!
LOCAL AREA
Often described as Europe's last remote wilderness, the stunning region of Assynt has iconic mountains, pristine beaches, an abundance of wildlife and some of the best views in Scotland.
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The Stoer peninsula is a haven for peace, tranquility and nature.
Stoer itself is a scatter of houses and crofts bisected by the
winding single-track B869 road (also known as the Assynt Coastal
Route or Drumbeg Loop) which runs alongside the coast from
Lochinver to Kylesku. Livestock and deer freely roam this stretch
of road, and indeed care should be taken whilst driving!
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The stunning views are plentiful with some of the best just a short walk
or drive from your cottage.
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Welcome to the North West Highlands of Scotland!