THE GREY HOUSE is an attractive 18th century property which has been recently restored and completely modernised to a high standard. It is in fact a whitewashed building and stands alone in a magnificent position on the Inverlael Estate, seven miles south of Ullapool, up a gravel track off the main A835.
Steeped in legend and history, the cottage retains all its original charm and character with the emphases on comfort, practicality and trouble-free self catering.
Light floods the house from dawn until dusk through large windows on both sides of most rooms. The views down Loch Broom from the west face are stunning, particularly at sunset, and those up towards Ben Dearg from the east face are truly breathtaking.
Take to the hills among the eagles and the deer – the path to Ben Dearg begins just across the field – picnic by the river or in the forest, paddle at the head of the loch or go fishing (Inverlael lets fishing on two rivers) – all this is literally on your doorstep, no driving required. Then head home to the welcoming blaze of a log fire and watch the sun going down over Loch Broom.
ACCOMMODATION
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance hall
Fitted kitchen (windows to east and west): Amtico floor, electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, coffee machine, breakfast bar
Utility room: ceramic tiled floor, freezer, combi boiler, washing machine/tumble dryer, ample storage for coats, wellies, fishing rods plus heated drying cupboard
Sitting room (widows to east and west): stripped, varnished pine floor, sofa and three armchairs, open fire, Sky TV, video, hi-fi/radio/CD player
FIRST FLOOR
(carpeted throughout, pine-clad ceilings, exposed original stone wall in hall)
Master bedroom (looks east to Ben Dearg): king-size four-poster bed, bedside tables, dressing table, plenty of drawer and wardrobe space
Second bedroom (sleeps two or three and enjoys views east to Ben Dearg and west down Loch Broom): two solid pine single beds plus divan bed/sofa, bedside tables, dressing table, plenty of drawer and wardrobe space.
Bathroom (constant hot water from combi boiler): power shower, bath, WC – and the bathroom has a marine theme, which will remain a surprise until you visit.
The house is double glazed and has oil-fired central heating throughout. There is a telephone for incoming calls.
The garden area is fenced off from the fields and is therefore safe for children and animals. There is also a grassed area suitable for barbeques.
There is ample parking for two cars.
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TRAVEL INFORMATION
The Grey House is 40 miles north west of Inverness and seven miles south of Ullapool on the A835; one hour by car or bus
Trains: direct to Inverness from most UK cities (including sleeper from London, Euston); for timetable and fare information contact National Rail Enquiry Service (24hr) 08457 484950
Buses: Inverness bus station (next to railway station) 01463 233371
Rapsons (01463 710555) and Citylink (08705 505050) run Monday to Saturday services from Inverness to Ullapool
Flights: Inverness Airport 01667 464000 The following airlines fly to Inverness:
British Airways (from London, Gatwick) 0845 7733377; Eastern Airways (from Manchester) 01652 680600; Easyjet (from London, Gatwick and Luton) 0870 6000000
Ferries: links to the outer and inner Hebrides with crossings Monday to Saturday from Ullapool to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis; contact Caledonian MacBrayne booking office 01463 717680/Ullapool office 01854 612358
