An Sealladh Studio
on
Taigh Sonais Croft

Holiday with us for a breath of fresh air

Welcome to Taigh Sonais Croft, situated in Naast (a small hamlet 3 miles from Poolewe) in  beautiful Wester Ross. We over look Loch Ewe to the east. It was this view that caught our imagination and made us fall in love with the area.  We chose to build our home on the croft and named it Taigh Sonais, which  which roughly translates to Home of Contentment.  Above our garage is a comfortable studio flat (An Sealledh) which is now a holiday let.

We hope you  too experience the serenity that the area has to offer.
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We're Gary and Elaine Jack and originally came from the Scottish Borders where we had a small holding, keeping bees, chickens, ducks and grew many of our own vegetables, developing a more sustainable lifestyle. We moved to Wester Ross in 2017, with every intention of further developing our sustainable lifestyle, with the added benefit of the amazing scenery and community spirit.

Our ethos at Taigh Sonais:

We strive to keep our carbon footprint as low as possible, using renewable energy and sustainable materials to build and run the house.

Free natural flowing energy comes from the river at the back of our croft, this powers our micro-hydro turbine, which in turns powers a Ground Source Heat Pump.

We have recently planted around 3,500 trees to create a mixed woodland on our croft. Not only will this look amazing, but will provide free food and board to many birds, animals and insects.

We harvest rainwater for flushing the w.c. We would be grateful if guests use the cleaning products provided. Use of these products also keeps our septic tank sewage system in good working order!

Off course, not forgetting recycling. designated containers are provided for waste and recycling together with directions for disposal.

We also have an electrical vehicle charger (7KW/3.4KW) which guests can use and will be charged at cost.


















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TAIGH SONAIS CROFT- BOOKING, PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY

AS WE ARE A SMALL BUSINESS, CANCELLATONS CAN REALLY AFFECT US, THEREFORE WE DRAW YOUR ATTENTION TO OUR BOOKING, PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY.

THERE IS A 4 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY AT AN SEALLADH STUDIO

Booking:

Booking requests by emailing us at TaighSonaisCroft @hotmail.com

Pets:

Pets maybe allowed only on request.

Payment:

The full amount should be paid at time of booking confirmation. £75 per night or £475 per week.

Rate of Cancellation Refund:
Cancellations really affects us, as it may not be possible to get your slot re-booked. The cancellation refund is 50% if you cancel up to 2 weeks before your scheduled arrival date and 25% if cancelled 1 week, or less, prior to your scheduled arrival.


Bank Details:

Bank : Bank of Scotland

Name on account: Mr G Jack

Sort code: 80-46-84

Account Number  01036898





Self-Catering Studio Flat

Built in 2017, An Sealladh Studio is the perfect base to start your Wester Ross adventure. The studio is located above our detached garage next to the house, both of which are set within the croft.

The good sized studio is bright and airy and has stunning views over Loch Ewe and the mountains. The studio comprises an open plan kitchen/lounge/bedroom with separate wc/shower room and can comfortably accommodate up to 2 adults and 1 toddler—camping cot is available at no extra cost. You will find the kitchen area fully equipped. We have a washing machine in the garage, just ask if you wish to use it.

You do not need to bring any cleaning materials with you. We supply eco friendly washing up liquid and laundry detergent.

Some provisions can be arranged for you if you let us know a week in advance. A modest amount of tea, coffee and sugar is supplied to get you started.

The bed is an Ikea pull out bed. Pretty straightforward to assemble.

The Studio has central heating and hot water, both being provided by an air source heat pump.

There is a TV with freesat box and a DVD player provided.

Mobile phone reception is not great. This is a get away from it all holiday destination, right?


Price

£75 per night or £475 per week (7 days) for the studio including electricity. Minimum stay 4 nights.

Towels, tea-towels and bedding are provided.
AVAILABILITY OF AN SEALLADH STUDIO
 

Should you have any queries or would like to place a booking please contact us by filling in your details below.



 

OS  LANDRANGER 19:  NG 82558 83361

EXPLORER  434:    

Satnav: IV22 2LL

Google Maps: Naast


Direction by Car

Travel: By far the easiest way to find us is by car, but we’ve included links to train and bus timetables.


Directions by Rail or Bus

Trains run from Inverness to Achnasheen. From Achnasheen you can get a bus to Poolewe, which is 3 miles from Taigh Sonais. We may be able to pick you up at the Post Office.

Please plan your travel itinerary carefully, as this is a rural area and public transport isn’t always interconnecting. We find that’s part of the charm in living in the north west Highlands. A real get away from it all place.

Here are some useful links for planning your journey:

Trains:

https://www.scotrail.co.uk/sites/default/files/assets/download_ct/sr1812_12295_north_highlands.pdf

Buses: 

https://bustimes.org/services/700-laide-or-gairloch-inverness








 

 

There are numerous sandy beaches and plentiful walks which, combined with clear seas and ever changing light, make Wester Ross unforgettable.

Rich in wildlife and steeped in history, Poolewe and the surrounding area will provide you with an abundance of things to see and do: From Archaeology to Geology and from adventurous activities, to sitting back and watching the world go by, we’re convinced there’s something for everyone.

At the furthest end of the 8 mile stretch of the Western side of Loch Ewe, you will find Cove with it’s relics and remnants of the Russian Artic Convoy, Firemore Beach, with a stunning view of Loch Ewe and the Mountains. You may even be lucky enough to see an otter!

There is a folder in the studio highlighting just some of the stunning walks in the area, also some great day out suggestions.

PLACES TO VISIT

Inverewe Gardens, Poolewe

Perfume Studio, Mellon Charles

Gairloch Heritage Museum, Gairloch

Artic Convoy Exhibition, Aultbea

Poolewe market (Every Tuesday from April-October)

GALE centre and Tourist Information

Poolewe Ceilidhs, once a week throughout the summer months. TBC

Wester Ross Biosphere

Beinne Eighe National Nature Reserve

Corrieshalloch Gorge

Ullapool

Torridon

Applecross



BEACHES

Firemore, near Inverasdale

Gruinard Bay,  near Laide

Mellon Udrigle, near Laide

Melvaig, near Gairloch

Red Point, near Big Sands