Title: 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56510000/56501400/56501377/66323ddb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56510000/56501400/56501377/1ced7394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56510000/56501400/56501377/a36e7301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, highchair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56510000/56501400/56501377/4d6f971e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56510000/56501400/56501377/6290db2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the serene charm of The Old Smiddy, a 19th-century stone cottage nestled by River Ewe. Relax in the spacious living room with wood burner or unwind in the courtyard garden with garden furniture. With WiFi included and private parking for two cars, this detached home offers comfort and tranquility. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch The Old Smiddy is a characterful, 19th-century stone cottage sitting along the River Ewe, with the gentle sound of the water running past a constant.. Ground Floor: Living room: 32" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge (Small Freezer Compartment), Dishwasher, Washing Machine Living room 2: Open Fire Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire and wood burner included. Highchair.. Enclosed front garden with courtyard and garden furniture. 2 dogs welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The rear garden is steep and not really usable for guests.. The Old Smiddy is a charming old blacksmith’s cottage, built in the late 19th century, around 1880. The owners have restored the property incredibly well and have created a wonderful holiday cottage, lovingly furnished with guests’ comfort in mind. This detached home being situated beside the river is truly magical, and being only a short walk away from the coast (a couple of minutes at most), the property has the best of both worlds. River and sea are right on your doorstep, offering both adventure and relaxation depending on your preference. Upon entering the property through the courtyard garden at the front, you are greeted by a large hallway with a spacious double bedroom off to the right, which boasts a river view and is the ideal choice for the less mobile. The bathroom is at the back of the property and has a shower over the bath, great for a hot soak after a busy day. The kitchen is spacious with a table and a great place to cook up hearty meals after long days exploring coast and country. Also leading off from the hallway is a small living room/snug with an open fire, leading through to the main living room, with its vaulted ceiling and cosy wood burner with door leading into the garden. The large living room is a fantastic space for the family to gather and enjoy some downtime together. Upstairs are two further comfortable and spacious bedrooms, a king size bed and a twin room, each boasting views out across the River Ewe. Staying at The Old Smiddy you will immediately know you have made the right choice. It’s exactly what you want from a Scottish Highlands holiday cottage. You will find the National Trust Inverewe Gardens just a mile away, or if swimming is your choice of leisure, the swimming pool is only 600 yards away. Being based in Poolewe is a gift, it is such a wonderful area rich in flora and fauna, landscapes, history, and a warm and welcoming community. Beach 5 miles. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards Free WiFi Only dogs allowed at the property. There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property. EPC Rating = F Letting licence no.: HI19353F ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HI19353F ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Poolewe Near Gairloch 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Poolewe, Near Gairloch Cottage 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Poolewe, Near Gairloch Achnasheen su-UK31178-UK31178 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.76459%2C-5.60114&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_6pNTUBw7e5uxJ_sr_TMCdUmAHU=) Poolewe, near Gairloch #### What's nearby - Inverewe Garden - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Loch Maree - 3 min drive - 3.7 km - Inverewe Gardens - 6 min drive - 2.0 km - Gairloch Beach - 14 min drive - 12.3 km - Big Sand Beach - 16 min drive - 17.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪Hai Yang - ‬7 min drive - ‪Oran - Na - Mara - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bridge Cottage Art Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Old Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪Osgood’s Café - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Inverewe Gardens and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Loch Maree. Gairloch Heritage Museum and Gairloch Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 3 bedroom accommodation in Poolewe, near Gairloch Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John Speid Jul 6, 2025 #### Lovely cottage in ideal situation with everything u need for an escape to the country and base for e Lovely cottage in ideal situation with everything u need for an escape to the country and base for exploring the area including the munros. Lovely setting and everything available that u would need for a week away. ##### John Speid This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### David Marks Aug 5, 2025 #### Great location and very comfortable place. Great location and very comfortable place. On the negative, a second bathroom would have helped. Worth mentioning that although there’s no drying machine for clothes there’s a drying area outside sheltered from rain but not the wind - very effective. ##### David Marks ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C. Aug 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Old Smiddy Great location. Great sunny and cosy lounge ##### Susan C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Robin Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Lovely, quiet three bedroom cottage in Poolewe. The cottage was clean and well kept. The front garden overlooking the river is particularly nice. Because Poolewe is tiny and does not have a local shop, it would have been helpful to have some basics such as salt, pepper, dried herbs, coffee, or tea provided. If not, then please tell future guests not to expect these basics so they can better prepare in advance. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable but beds are getting very soft. Kitchen is well equipped for basic cooking/dining (although see above). We loved the CD movie colllection and had a James Bond movie festival! ##### Robin Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Golden-Kicking Horse by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Golden-Kicking-Horse.h6539129.Hotel-Information) > > [HiltonHotels Hotels in Abbotsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Abbotsford-Hotels-Hilton-Hotels.0-0-d4128--bHiltonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sligachan Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Skye-Hotels-Sligachan-Hotel.h14705327.Hotel-Information) > > [Shepody Bay Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Shepody-Bay-Inn.h75864635.Hotel-Information) > > [Heidi Korea](https://www.expedia.ca/Hongcheon-Hotels-Heidi-Haus.h20481666.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Great Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Falls-Hotels.d1392.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [NoMad Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-NoMad-Las-Vegas.h29832065.Hotel-Information) > > [Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Carberry-Tower-Mansion-House-And-Estate.h1411895.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Tyrolean Village Resort Blue Mountain](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Tyrolean-Village-Resort-Blue-Mountain.h27318977.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Fort St. James](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-St-James-Hotels.d6223451.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Moon-Palace-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h428588.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterslides in Abbotsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Abbotsford-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d4128-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Varadero](https://www.expedia.ca/Varadero-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d3735-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Kraków (KRK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/krk/calgary-to-krakow) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yyz/delhi-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/180002/flights-from-edmonton) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/lhr/regina-to-london) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Kansas City (MCI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/mci/seattle-to-kansas-city) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Prague (PRG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dub/prg/dublin-to-prague) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to St. Petersburg - Clearwater (PIE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/pie/buffalo-to-st-petersburg) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Arang (RPR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/rpr/toronto-to-raipur) ### Cars > [Car rentals in France](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-France.d59.Car-Rental-Destinations) ### Packages > [Central Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Central.d10503.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Elkwater Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Elkwater-Vacation-Rentals.d6143672.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) > > [Bucerías Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Bucerias-Vacation-Rentals.d6051566.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Caye Caulker](https://www.expedia.ca/Caye-Caulker.dx6034920)