Title: The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 Cottage in Gairloch with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 ![Private kitchen - The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 (Gairloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100860000/100856900/100856870/18a408a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 (Gairloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100860000/100856900/100856870/b8536bec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 (Gairloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100860000/100856900/100856870/626cc0d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 (Gairloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100860000/100856900/100856870/57eb6f29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 (Gairloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100860000/100856900/100856870/b640d4fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a hillside above Skye and the Outer Hebrides, The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut offers warm and peaceful accommodation in its own croft land setting. Enjoy an open plan living space with Freeview TV, Electric Fire, and Wi-Fi or unwind in the gravelled patio with garden furniture. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut is a bijou handcrafted shepherd’s hut situated in a stunning location with incredible views across the sea.. 4 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Gravelled patio with garden furniture. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 1 car, bottom of access road. No smoking. Please note: Access to the property is by rough track.. The Drift, Shepherd’s Hut has been inspired by a traditional, original design, and has been cleverly conceived by the owners to provide every amenity in a small but beautifully contained space. Perched on the hillside above Skye and the Outer Hebrides, in its own croft land setting, it provides warm, cosy, peaceful accommodation in a totally undisturbed setting. Ideal for couples and singles who truly want to get away from it all. The living, dining, kitchen and bedroom areas are all heated by a cosy wood burner, and the wet room completes this lovely shepherds hut. The renowned west coast village of Gairloch is just a short 5-mile drive away, which has an excellent selection of amenities, including a good selection of shops, small supermarket, restaurants, bars and cafes. Fishing and sightseeing boat trips run from Gairloch throughout the season, along with hill-walking, climbing, sailing, kayaking all available locally. There are wonderful walks direct from the hut, along with numerous spectacular sandy beaches all along this unspoilt coastline. There are many places to visit, including the Inverewe Gardens near Poolewe, Loch Maree and the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve near Kinlochewe, and to the south, Torridon and the outstanding mountain scenery in this area as well as the pretty village of Lochcarron. A trip to Ullapool is within a day trip from Gairloch and you will pass several highland villages and crofting communities along the way, including Poolewe, Aultbea, Laide, Camusnagaul, Dundonnell. Beach 170 yards. Free WiFi Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track. There are steps to the property. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. Letting licence no.: HI10008F Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105850000/105842100/105842016/f27a401d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Birdhouse - a luxurious cottage with log burner in the Highlands Applecross Strathcarron - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=105842016&PinnedHotelID=105842016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32924000/32923910/154e84c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Melvaig, near Gairloch Melvaig, near Gairloch - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=32923910&PinnedHotelID=32923910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113555900/113555826/a280e6a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcome to Bramble Cottage. 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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 HI10008F ### Property is also known as su-UKC6878-UKC6878 ## 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%7C57.78184%2C-5.79922&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tVc73CPoqRSPhIFlAN31WH6eRjc=) Gairloch #### What's nearby - Big Sand Beach \- 8 min drive \- 7.8 km - Rua Reidh Lighthouse \- 10 min drive \- 11.9 km - Gairloch Heritage Museum \- 15 min drive \- 15.0 km - Gairloch Sitooterie \- 17 min drive \- 16.7 km - Gairloch Beach \- 20 min drive \- 16.3 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬9 min drive - ‪Melvaig Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hai Yang - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Sheiling Resteraunt - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878? ### What time is check-out at The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878? ### Where is The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Drift Shepherd's Hut - UKC6878 Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona Jones Jun 7, 2025 #### Wonderful location and an amazing wee place to stay. Wonderful location and an amazing wee place to stay. The hut had everything you need for a stay and was perfect for my stay. The only minor drawback was the steep gravel hill you had to negotiate to get to the hut, so be prepared for that. Beautiful location which is one of the best I’ve stayed in. ##### Fiona Jones This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John Mckinlay May 7, 2025 #### Only downside is that the wet room/toilet does get very damp everywhere even on the washbasin and to Only downside is that the wet room/toilet does get very damp everywhere even on the washbasin and toilet itself, might help if window opened more easily.. In saying that a great wee place to stay and would book again. ##### John Mckinlay ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Course Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-Old-Course-Hotel.h522846.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [The Green Hotel Golf & Leisure Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kinross-Hotels-The-Green-Hotel-Golf-Leisure-Resort.h1130671.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Uig Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Portree-Hotels-Uig-Hotel.h2261957.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Hamilton.h3924670.Hotel-Information) > > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Atholl Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitlochry-Hotels-Atholl-Palace-Hotel.h63637.Hotel-Information) > > [Perle Oban Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Perle-Oban-Hotel-Spa.h993007.Hotel-Information) > > [The Garrison](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Garrison.h24101351.Hotel-Information)