Local Area
Clachtoll takes its name from the iconic Split Rock which dominates the beach area. It is situated in a small and very rural township surrounded by beautiful scenery offering everything for those wishing to explore the great outdoors.
The house is close to the beach where the Highland Council Ranger Service have a base and where the local Countryside Rangers offer a varied program of events throughout the summer. There are many secluded bays and coves round about which are great for family days out, water sports or exploring or secluded tranquillity. For the more adventurous the remote beach at Sandwood Bay promises a great day out. There are regular sightings of whales and dolphins in the area.
North West Sutherland is a bird watchers paradise with Skylarks to wake you with their song in the mornings to Wagtails and Wheatears. Sea eagles have been spotted recently in the area.
Artists and landscape photographers will find lots of inspiration.
Our inky dark skies offer one of the best places in Europe to view the Northern Lights.
There are all grades of walking in the area, from easy low level walks to the majestic mountains of Suilven, Canisp, Quinag and many others. Some of these mountains require a fair level of fitness while the low level walks following coastal paths or through some of the local woodlands are a lot easier.
The main village is six miles south of us at Lochinver where you will find shops and restaurants. Close by there is Flossie’s, possibly the smallest shop in the Highlands for essentials, which also does breakfast rolls and light lunches and has free WiFi. Six miles to the north of us is the tiny village of Drumbeg which has a small village store and a small craft shop and tearoom called The Little Soap and Candle Company. This is a very popular spot for buying gifts or enjoying a cup of coffee.
