Achiltibuie
Out of the way coastal village beyond Ullapool with staggering sunset views and a wonderful coastline to experience.
Achiltibuie is how I think a town in the Falklands or New Zealand's South Island might look like strung out over several miles and with no discernable centre to it.
It may be very exciting as an example of town planning, but it you wanted to site a village with startling views across the blissfully named Summer Isles to look even as far as Skye on a good day, then this is absolutely the place.
Achiltibuie is also located in one of Scotland's most beautiful areas with coast line and a number of mountains to walk that are ideal for anyone who loves walking but does not want to climb. This is the place for wonderful outdoor days and then sunsets and maybe close with a dram at the Summer Isle Hotel.
Eating Out
The main local place to dine is The Summer Isles hotel which has both formal and also informal bar dining.
Shopping
Most shopping is done at the Achiltibuie stores (T/F 01854 622496) which serves the local population and is also the only provider of fuel and diesel in 25 miles.
There is also a local store at Polbain.
Travel Directions to Achiltibuie
Travel by road is the only discernable way of getting to Achiltibuie. Leave the A385 a few miles north of Ullapool and follow the north shore of Loch Lurgann and under Stac Pollaidh and then keep following road as it traces the Coigach Peninsula and then at Achnahaird turn towards the village.
You can also travel south from Lochinver which offers views of Suilven.
Local Sights & Activities for Achiltibuie
This is not a land of castles and monuments. This is the place for walking across moorlands, beach combing and enjoying a Scotland of open wilderness.
Local Visitor Attractions
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Achiltibuie Hydroponics Garden
Home to the somewhat legendary hydroponicum (now closed) and a centre for growing plants out of soil. Very interesting, and you can buy kits as well.
Walks
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Achnahaird Beach
Lovely crescent of sand in Wester Ross that is considered one of Scotland's best beaches
Interesting Local Shops
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Polbain Store
Local store on Coigreach Peninsula providing local shopping and a delivery service.
Local Restaurants
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Summer Isles Hotel Restaurant
Award winning hotel restaurant with Michelin star and only serving the very delicious local produce
Bars & Clubs
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Am Fuaran Bar in Altandhu
Local bar annd restaurant in Altandhu, about five miles from Achiltibuie. Warm local welcome
Achiltibuie Hotels & Accommodation
There is quite a bit of self catering including some below. There is the Summer Isles Hotel which has excellent food and a welcoming bar and offers a range of accommodation from suites to log cabins. There are a lot of self-catering cottages. Notable are the new Locholly and Stac Polly Cottages and also the The Brochs of Coigach which use traditional Brochs as the start for two small cottages
Hotels near Achiltibuie
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Locholly Lodge, Achiltibuie with Sea Views - Sleeps 8
Locholly Lodge - luxury holiday accommodation with a hot tub in a beautiful setting on the Achiltibuie peninsula. Situated on the south side overlooking the Summer Isles. Sleeps up to 8.
- Sleeps: 8
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Stac Polly Cottage, Achiltibuie with Ocean Views - Sleeps 8
Stac Polly cottage is in a beautiful location on the Achiltibuie peninsula, with stunning sea views. Facilities include a hot tub. Awarded 5 stars by the AA! Sleeps 6 to 8.
- Sleeps: 6 to 8
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Windyhill Self Catering Cottage in Achiltibuie - Sleeps 6
Wonderful luxury self catering cottage with amazing views over the Summer Isles - fantastic living space. Now with a hot tub!
- Sleeps: 6
Achiltibuie Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Patagonia White Cottage near Achiltibuie - Sleeps 9
Whitewashed stone cottage with stunning sea views from elevated position near Achiltibuie. Sleeps nine people in four bedrooms.
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Stac Polly, Achiltibuie - Sleeps 6+2
These two magnificent, newly built properties, are set in a beautiful coastal peninsula, in an area of outstanding natural beauty within the famous North West Highlands Geopark. The scenery is .... -
Polbain Cottage, nr Achiltibuie - Sleeps 5
With stunning uninterrupted views over the sea, Summer Isles and Torridon Mountains, this lovely detached stone house was built by the owner\'s grandfather in 1923 and is a much-loved family holiday .... -
Stunning Lodge with Hot Tub - Sleeps 6+2
These two magnificent, newly built properties, are set in a beautiful coastal peninsula, in an area of outstanding natural beauty within the famous North West Highlands Geopark. The scenery is .... -
Conival, nr Ullapool - Sleeps 9
With one of the best locations in the area, this spacious and modern property commands stunning panoramic sea and island views and is ideal for a large group or for semi-independent use by two families hol... -
Badger's Den, Inverpolly - Sleeps 4
Situated on the edge of a hillside, amongst wild highland landscape with only the deer and foxes close by. This traditional highland cottage provides a perfect holiday retreat to relax and unwind from the ...