Please note that Eddrachilles Hotel has postponed our opening for the 2021 season. At present we plan to re-open on 17 May 2021 subject to Scottish and UK Government guidance. We will be operating as a residents' only hotel for 2021 ensuring tranquility, seclusion and a sense of space for all our guests.
The hotel is located approximately 2 miles south of the village of Scourie or 40 miles north of Ullapool with a driveway leading from the A894 - part of the NC500.
Overlooking an island studded bay, this former Church of Scotland manse and later genteel private home, was completely reconfigured in the later part of the 20th century as a small Highland hotel with 10 bedrooms. Owners Richard and Fiona Trevor have owned Eddrachilles since March 2016 and are steadily putting their own stamp on this hotel while still retaining its authentic charm.
The hotel has beautiful sea views and is set in several acres of tranquil grounds with an informal garden leading directly to the shore. All facilities are exclusively for resident guests. lt appeals equally to outdoor enthusiasts, North Coast 500 adventurers, and those simply seeking tranquility in Nature. Handa Island is nearby for bird watchers (April to early September), while some of the finest hillwalking and sailing are on our doorstep. The hotel is both close to the half way mark of the NC500 and also at the heart of the North West Highlands Geopark, a perfect point from which to explore the Pebble Routes, a collection of short trips which explore the region and the local communities. It's also lovely country for dogs and Eddrachilles welcomes well-behaved dogs (a small charge is made per visit for each dog).
With centuries of history, Eddrachilles provides traditional comfortable and cosy accommodation. All bedrooms have ensuite bath or shower rooms. Four ground floor rooms can be configured as either twin or superking double beds. The first floor rooms have King sized double beds. A few rooms can accommodate an infant cot but although children are very welcome, we are unable to offer family rooms. There are no rooms suitalble for an additonal bed.
The lounge and sun lounge have wood burning stoves making them snug places in which to relax, play board games, read books, or sample our well stocked Taste of the North bar. Our hospitality extends to standard teas and coffee being served free of charge on request in the lounges to resident guests throughout the day and complimentary cakes and scones from 4pm each day. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel but while is offers reasonable quality it is not as fast as you will find in city centres. There is also very little mobile phone connection in the hotel. We do not charge for UK calls to standard landlines or mobile numbers made from the hotel's bedroom phones and international calls are only charged at cost.
We are a pet friendly hotel with a special BowWOW offering for our visiting dogs. Please let us know in advance if you intend to bring your dog or dogs with you.
Breakfasts at the Eddrachilles typically offer a choice of cereals, fresh fruit salad, berry compote, yoghurts plus toast and muffins. The main feature is, however, our freshly cooked to order hot menu which includes smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, porridge with cream and Drambuie, the Laird's grill, and poached smoked haddock or French toast. Our vegan menu may include freshly prepared smoothies, nut butters, nut curd cheeses, cereals and speciality porridge. A takeaway breakfast option is available for those keen to make the very most of our long summer days.
Our chefs cook from fresh, and where possible, local ingredients and use both classic and modern techniques to produce a refined, modern Scottish Table d'Hôte menu which changes each day. However, recognising that many guests will use the long summer days of the North to explore far and wide, we offer a B&B rate with the option of booking dinner in our restaurant. Children under 12 will be invited to discuss their preferences with the chef and agree a personal menu each day.
As we cook from fresh we are able to cater for allergies, medical, religious and life choice diets but we do ask for notification in advance. In our remote locaiton, supplies can be impossible to arrange at short notice.
Eddrachiles is perfect setting for a relaxed vacation and we offer our guests significant discounts on multiple nights. We also provide a small discount for each return visit over a 10 year period and there are special offers advertised on our website and Facebook page. Single occupancy, group and exclusive use rates are also available. Please contact the hotel to discuss.
Fiona and Richard Trevor look forward to welcoming you to the Eddrachilles Hotel
