Ceol-na-Mara

Ceol-na-Mara is a self-catering cottage in Durness, Sutherland.

Ceol-na-Mara, or 'song of the sea', sits high on the coast of north-west Scotland, in the ancient village of Durness, and has spectacular views over the waters of the Pentland Firth. The accommodation on offer here is attractive and comfortable, including a double, a twin and a single bedroom, which offers infinite scope for the type of party who may enjoy a stay here, from families with young children or a grown up getaway, everyone will make full use of the well-equipped, clean and tidy kitchen, dining room and sitting room. Outside there is a large enclosed garden, and excellent walking, cycling, fishing and wildlife-spotting can be enjoyed from the doorstep.

Full electric central heating with additional heating from electric fire in sitting room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer dryer, 2 x colour TV, DVD, telephone (incoming calls only). All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Off road parking for 3 cars. Covered lockable bike storage. Enclosed lawned area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, hotel and pub 10 mins walk. Note: No children under 3 years please.

Sitting as far north in mainland Scotland as it is possible for a village to go is ancient Durness, set amidst wild natural landscapes in an unspoilt area, with evidence of early Christian settlements, Viking invasions and even early cave dwellings. Explore the rocky coastline, imposing cliffs, sand covered beaches and enjoy the fantastic birdlife including some rarer species, as well as a colony of puffins at Faraid Head. The village also allows visitors easy access to Britain's most northerly golf course, the Highlands and a craft village on the site of an old RAF base.