Title: The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands 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 # The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/f27a401d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/0687dc7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/7021de13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/69f70f3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/01f885f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Birdhouse, a charming self-catering retreat in Applecross, offers a serene escape for two. Enjoy west-facing views of the Cuillin Mountains and Inner Sound coastline from this light and airy cottage featuring natural wood elements, a log burner, and an abundance of unique charm. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands The Birdhouse is a charming self-catering retreat nestled in Applecross, near the renowned North Coast 500 route in the Scottish Highlands. This tranquil and intimate cottage is ideal for up to two guests, offering a perfect escape for those seeking a magical getaway. Here, you can leave the stresses of everyday life behind, allowing your body to relax and your mind to unwind in a serene and picturesque setting. Enjoying west-facing views over the Cuillin Mountains of Skye and the Inner Sound coastline, The Birdhouse is light and airy with a unique charm. The natural wood and stone elements, along with the warming log burner and the overarching canopy of rowan branches over the head of the bed, create a cozy, fairy-tale nest perfect for any time of year. The Birdhouse was lovingly restored and refurbished to an exceptional standard. It features a king-size bed, a beautiful shower room, a wood-burning stove, and an abundance of unique creative charm. The Birdhouse interiors seamlessly merge contemporary Scottish design with a touch of creative magic. Painted in calming Farrow and Ball colors, the space is adorned with beautiful tweeds, lovely linens, and sumptuous cushions, exuding an air of understated luxury. Dog-friendly, guests are permitted to bring one dog by prior arrangement. Pack up a picnic and walk to a choice of nearby beaches, or explore hills and dales by rivers and lochs. Enjoy activities like sea kayaking, fishing, or swimming. Wildlife is abundant, starting right outside the cottage with wandering sheep, ducks, hens, geese, and red deer. The Applecross Inn is just two and a half miles away, and The Walled Garden restaurant is another half mile—be sure to book ahead. Whether you're looking to explore nature on a walking holiday, try some water sports, or simply relax in the beautiful surroundings, there's something for everyone to enjoy at The Birdhouse. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load the dishwasher Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Note from host: One dog per stay by prior arrangement. ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=57.393112,-5.802208&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ani%7DIxflb%40%3F%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%40%5B%40%5D%40%5B%40%5D%40%5B%40%5BB%5DB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5BD%5BD%5BBYD%5BDYD%5BDYFYDYFYFYFWFYFWFYFWHWFWHUFWHUHUJWHSHUHUJSHSJSJSJSJQJSJQJOJQLQJOLOLOJMLOLMLMLMLKLKLKLKNKLILILININGLGLGNGNELENENENCLCNCNCNANALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40NBLBNBNBNDLDNDNDLFNFLFNFLHNHLHLHLJNJLJLJLLLJLLLLJNLLLNJNLPJNJPLNJRJPJPJRJRHRJRHRJTHTHTHTHTHTHVFTHVHVFVFXFVFXFVFXDXFXDXFZDXDXBZDXDZBZDZBZBZBZBZBZ%40%5C%40ZBZ%40%5C%40Z%40%5C%40Z%3F%5C%40Z%3F%5C%3FZ%3F%5C%3FZ%3F%5C%3FZA%5C%3FZA%5CAZA%5CAZC%5CAZAZCZC%5CCZCZCZEZCXEZEZCXEZEXGXEXGXEXGXGXGVGXGVGVIVIVGVITIVITITITITKRITKRIRKRKPKRKPKPMPKPKNMNKNMNMNKLMLMLMLMLMJMJOJMHMHMJOFMHOFMHOFMDOFODMDOBODOBMBO%40OBO%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOCOAOCMCOEOCOEMEOGOEMGMGOIOGMIMIMKOIMKMKMKMMMMMMMMMMKOMOMOKOMOKQKQKQKQKSKQKSKSISKUISIUIUKUIUIWGUIWGWIWGWGWGYGWGYGYGWEYG%5BEYEYE%5BEYC%5BE%5BEYC%5BC%5BC%5BC%5BC%5DC%5BC%5BA%5BA%5DA%5BA%5DA%5BA%5DA%5B%3F%5DA%5B%3F%5D%3F%5B&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BZDgaFuSc3T2nGZf3bLTrUNb8kk=) Applecross Strathcarron, Scotland #### What's nearby - Applecross Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles - Bealach na Ba - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles - Loch Carron - 36 min drive - 29.0 miles - Plockton Harbour - 58 min drive - 45.7 miles - Eilean Donan Castle - 63 min drive - 48.0 miles #### Getting around - Strathcarron Station - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - Applecross Inn - ‪The Walled Garden & Potting Shed Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Junction - ‬5 min drive - ‪Applecross Inn-side Out - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Big Grill Society - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands located? > Situated in Strathcarron, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Applecross Photographic Gallery and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Applecross Community Hall. Applecross Beach and Applecross Heritage Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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