Title: Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19450000/19448800/19448707/f092e1b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19450000/19448800/19448707/cdf91f9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19450000/19448800/19448707/w1484h1000x0y0-a6b2c13f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19450000/19448800/19448707/113dd0ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19450000/19448800/19448707/a560f88e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Imagine waking up to panoramic views of Loch Ewe at Shore Croft. This beautifully designed house boasts a large enclosed garden with seating areas perfect for wildlife viewing, an open fire in the sitting room, and a fully-equipped kitchen/dining area with French doors leading onto wide decking. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81023 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach Shore Croft was built to take full advantage of its unique situation, facing south with direct access onto a pebble beach on Loch Ewe, with panoramic views out to sea. The house has a very large enclosed garden with various seating areas which allow for superb wildlife viewing. The whole interior is beautifully designed, arranged and maintained. It is light, modern and luxurious. The sitting room and dining room/kitchen open onto wide decking from which a path leads to the garden gate which opens directly on to the beach. The house is extremely well equipped with an open fire in the sitting room. There are 4 bedrooms. A master bedroom with an en suite wet room and either 3 twin bedrooms or 2 twin and a king. There is a full bathroom / wet room upstairs as well as a downstairs loo. The kitchen / dining room is extremely large and very well equipped with a large modern range cooker and American fridge freezer. There is an extremely large (approx 1 acre), fenced garden which has a wonderful wildlife viewing area. The wildlife sightings from this viewing area are exceptional and include otters, common dolphin, harbour porpoise and several different rare sea birds. There is also a seating area around a fire pit. This is a romantic retreat for couples or a holiday home for up to 8 people. Stunning Location: A twenty-minute drive over the headland from Gairloch takes you to the little village of Poolewe on the sheltered south side of Loch Ewe where the River Ewe rushes down from Loch Maree. Across the bay from Poolewe are the famous Inverewe Gardens, designed and planted by Osgood Mackenzie. Carry on along the coast for another 5 miles and you will come to the small village of Aultbea and then onto Mellon Charles at the head of the loch. From Shore Croft there are views to the Torridon mountains and out to the open sea, where on a clear day you can see the outer Hebrides. Shore Croft and the small bungalow next door share the pebbly beach, and are on the furthest edge of the settlement. Superb Facilities: The house is fully centrally heated with under floor heating in both bathrooms. Open fire in the sitting room. Washing machine, tumble drier, large American fridge freezer with ice maker. Range cooker, microwave, dishwasher, music system, large LCD television with full Sky package including all film channels and sport. Also there is a DVD player with surround sound and broadband internet connection for your own lap top is available. Books, games and a selection of CDs and DVDs. Easy access to the beach and fishing. A high chair and cot are available. accommodation: Please note that Shore Croft is a non smoking house. Interior Design: The house sleeps up to 8 people in 4 bedrooms with 1 bathroom (with bath and shower) and 1 en suite shower room. There is a very large kitchen diner and a large sitting room. Downstairs: Large vestibule with coat hooks. Inner hall. Utility room with washing machine and tumble drier. Space for boots and drying cupboard. Very large kitchen / dining room with American fridge freezer, range cooker, dishwasher, microwave and music system. Table seating 8 people. French doors open onto decking with beautiful loch and sea views.Sitting room with open fire and French windows leading to decking area. Views out to open sea. TV, DVD player with surround sound. Downstairs loo. Upstairs: Master bedroom with en suite shower room and separate dressing room. Additional 3 twin bedrooms or 2 twin plus a double, all with built in wardrobes. Bathroom with bath and separate walk in shower. Beautiful views from 3 bedrooms. Outside: Large decking area with garden furniture and barbecue. Enclosed fenced garden with gate down to the beach. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the bay - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 1,023 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31800000/31797300/31797221/5a02dbc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mellon Udrigle "Heaven on Earth",Luxury 6 bed Beach House, sea views Scottish Highlands - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=31797221&PinnedHotelID=31797221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37270000/37266800/37266740/637207e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom accommodation in Dundonnell Dundonnell - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=37266740&PinnedHotelID=37266740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33738300/33738211/180-18be5336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable Split Level 4 Bedroom House With Lovely Sea Views Out To Skye Gairloch Charlestown - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=33738211&PinnedHotelID=33738211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70970000/70961400/70961388/2613f1db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Langridge Highland Home Badcaul - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=70961388&PinnedHotelID=70961388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927300/32927270/fa3ddeb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A generously sized property with stunning views across Loch Ewe. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HI-10007-F ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Shore Croft Luxury House Beach Mellon Charles Shore Croft Luxury Beach Mellon Charles Shore Croft A House On The Shore Croft a Luxury House on the Beach Achnasheen Shore Croft a Luxury House on the Beach Private vacation home Shore Croft A House On The Shore Croft a Luxury House on the Beach Achnasheen Shore Croft a Luxury House on the Beach Private vacation home 10073 ## About the area Located in Achnasheen, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Perfume Studio and Gairloch Sitooterie. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Achnasheen travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Achnasheen.dx7624) [View more Holiday homes in Achnasheen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Achnasheen-Private-Holiday-Homes.d7624-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.85887%2C-5.64092&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-rUzWdtpKa1ZNqUp0Am4UAodGPs=) Mellon Charles, SCT ### What's nearby - Perfume Studio - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Gruinard Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles - Mellon Udrigle Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles - Loch Maree - 17 min drive - 13.6 miles - Inverewe Gardens - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles ### Getting around - Inverness (INV) - 147 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oran - Na - Mara - ‬5 min drive - ‪Osgood’s Café - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Aroma Cafe - ‬20 min walk - ‪Aromasciences - ‬12 min walk - ‪Convoy Tavern - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shore Croft a luxury house on the beach located? > This Achnasheen holiday home is on the beach, 0.6 mi (1 km) from Perfume Studio, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Gruinard Bay Beach and Mellon Udrigle Beach. Little Gruinard Beach and Inverewe Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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