Some changing views
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| “We think your cottages are really
first-class. The view from the dining area is spell-binding.
. . we had to keep reminding ourselves to eat.” Mr
& Mrs Tait of Durham on Kishorn Cottage |
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| “Jenny, Lachie & I would like
to thank you for our wonderful stay in October. We all agree
that Plockton was the highlight of our holiday. We plan to visit
Scotland in a couple of years and will certainly contact you
for accommodation.” Charlie
Butler, Australia |
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“We are looking forward to our
5th year at Plockton Cottages, where else can you enjoy home
comforts, unsurpassed and ever changing views, spending breakfast
time spotting otters, seals, deer, and numerous sea birds from
the dining table. (Don't forget the binoculars, they are more
important than the breakfast!)”
Roy
& Kate from Billingham |
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| Some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland is
close to Plockton. We've put together some suggestions, all within
a day's drive. |
| Isle of Skye |
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The Isle of Skye is within easy reach, only fifteen minutes by car,
and a circular tour can be made in a day. Scenic highlights include
the Red and Black Cuillin ranges, the cliffs of the Quiraing and the
Old Man of Storr in the north-east, and the sea-lochs of the south-west,
reaching into the mountains. Visit historic Dunvegan Castle, ancestral
home of the MacLeods, the Talisker whisky distillery, the Sleat peninsula,
known as the 'garden of Skye' which includes the Clan Donald Centre,
and the capital of Skye, Portree. |
| Applecross |
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The Applecross peninsula, familiar from your dining room window,
is reached by driving along the east shore of Loch Carron, and turning
back at the head of the loch to Lochcarron village on the west shore.
Head on past Kishorn, and ascend the formidable Bealach road, all
hairpin bends and steep drops. The view from the summit is worth the
effort. Then descend to the village of Applecross, from where you
can carry on north to Loch Torridon, with perhaps the most spectacular
peaks in the Highlands, and the picturesque village of Shieldaig.
From here you can return to Plockton by Kishorn and Lochcarron, or
push on to Torridon itself. |
| Eilean Donan Castle |
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Heading out of the village and driving straight on at the bridge
at Duirinish takes you over the hill and on to the A87. Turn left
and drive past Reraig, to Dornie. Stop off at Eilean
Donan Castle, an ancient clan stronghold, fully restored since
its fall in the Jacobite wars. You can explore most of the castle
by yourself, or with a Guide. There is an introductory exhibition
in the Visitors Centre. Highly recommended. (Eilean Donan Castle has
become well known as a favourite destination for weddings and Plockton
is the ideal spot as an accommodation provider. |
| Glenelg |
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Heading down the road from Eilean Donan by the side of Loch Duich
brings you to Shiel Bridge. Turn right here and you will head up the
famous Pass of Rattagan, with fabulous views at the top, including
the nearby Five Sisters of Kintail. Carry on down to remote Glenelg
and its ruined military barracks, built by General Wade after the
1745 Rebellion. A ferry operates in the summer for Skye, over the
short distance of the Kyle Rhea. Three miles outside Glenelg are a
set of brochs, the best preserved on the west coast. These prehistoric
forts were built by an unknown people, to protect their communities
from sea invaders. |
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