Welcome to Aultbea
Loch Ewe is calling — don't miss all there is to discover around you.
The Journey
Plan Your NC500 Adventure
516 Miles
The North Coast 500 loops roughly 516 miles (830 km) around Scotland's northern coast, starting and ending in Inverness.
Nearby
Inverewe Garden, Mellon Udrigle Beach, and the Arctic Convoy Museum are all a short drive from the cottage.
Further Afield
Ullapool, Gairloch, Torridon, and Applecross make for spectacular full-day adventures along the route.
Any Season
Every season transforms the Highlands — from spring wildflowers to golden autumn colours and dramatic winter skies.
Discover Aultbea
Aultbea is one of the Scottish Highlands' best-kept secrets. This small coastal village offers visitors the rare opportunity to experience authentic Highland life away from busy tourist destinations.
Surrounded by mountains, sea lochs, and open landscapes, Aultbea is known for its friendly atmosphere, spectacular scenery, and peaceful pace of life.
Authentic Highland Life
Away from the busy tourist routes, Aultbea offers a genuine taste of everyday life in the Highlands, with a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Things To Do
Near Scottish Highlands Cottage
Scenic Drives
Explore some of Scotland's most breathtaking roads as you travel along the NC500 through dramatic mountain landscapes, coastal villages, and panoramic viewpoints.
Hiking
Choose from gentle coastal walks to challenging mountain hikes across Wester Ross, one of Scotland's most spectacular hiking regions.
Wildlife Watching
Keep an eye out for red deer, seals, otters, dolphins, sea eagles, and countless native bird species that call this part of the Highlands home.
Photography
Capture unforgettable landscapes, colourful sunsets over Loch Ewe, ancient mountains, waterfalls, and some of Scotland's darkest night skies.
Beaches
Visit beautiful white-sand beaches such as Mellon Udrigle, Firemore Beach, and Gruinard Bay, all just a short drive from the cottage.
Local History
Discover fascinating stories of the Highlands by visiting museums, historic sites, and the area's important World War II heritage connected to Loch Ewe.
CYCLING
Explore quiet Highland roads and scenic routes by bike, from gentle coastal rides to more demanding climbs through the hills of Wester Ross.
KAYAKING
Paddle across the calm waters of Loch Ewe, taking in mountain views and wildlife from a completely different perspective.
SUNSET SPOTS
Catch some of Scotland's most spectacular sunsets over Loch Ewe, with the changing light transforming the landscape every evening.
Experience the Beauty of the Scottish Highlands
A stay at Scottish Cottage is about much more than simply finding a place to sleep—it’s about experiencing one of Scotland’s most spectacular and unspoilt regions.
Nestled in the peaceful village of Aultbea on the shores of Loch Ewe, the cottage places you in the heart of the Northwest Highlands, where dramatic mountains, quiet coastal roads, hidden beaches, and abundant wildlife create unforgettable memories in every season.
Whether you’re driving the famous North Coast 500, hiking through ancient landscapes, spotting red deer and sea eagles, kayaking across tranquil waters, or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon overlooking the loch, every day offers a new adventure.
The Highlands invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature. Here, breathtaking scenery isn’t something you travel to see—it’s all around you.
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
North Coast 500
- 4 Hours
- Max 14 Participants
- 45$ Per Participant
The North Coast 500 is Scotland’s answer to Route 66 — a 516-mile (830 km) loop around the northern Highlands starting and ending in Inverness.
The official website has the interactive map, suggested itineraries, and up-to-date travel advice for planning each leg of the route.
Inverewe Garden
- 8 Hours
- Max 16 Participants
- 75$ Per Participant
Created over a century ago on the shores of Loch Ewe, Inverewe is a world-famous subtropical garden where the Gulf Stream allows exotic plants — from Himalayan blue poppies to Californian redwoods — to thrive this far north.
The National Trust for Scotland page has opening times, garden highlights, and visitor information.
Arctic Convoy Museum
- 2 Days
- Max 10 Participants
- 120$ Per Participant
Loch Ewe played a crucial role in the Second World War as a gathering point for the Arctic Convoys that sailed to Russia.
This museum in the heart of Aultbea tells that story through ships’ logs, uniforms, photographs, and first-hand accounts — a short walk from the cottage.
Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve
- 3 Days
- Max 10 Participants
- 140$ Per Participant
The UK’s oldest National Nature Reserve, established in 1951, protects ancient Caledonian pinewoods and a dramatic mountain landscape near Kinlochewe.
NatureScot’s page covers trails for every fitness level, wildlife to spot, and how to plan your visit.
Book your stay
Experience authentic Highland living surrounded by dramatic mountains, quiet coastal scenery and unforgettable sunsets over Loch Ewe.
Whether you’re driving the NC500, hiking through Wester Ross or simply looking for a peaceful escape, our cottage is the ideal place to call home.