Croft 103 - Award Winning Eco-Cottage Durness

Experience the elemental power of an ancient landscape. Enjoy uninterrupted views of sea loch and mountain. Indulge in sensuous luxury at the very heart of wilderness. Croft 103 incorporates two five-star self-catering properties, Hill Cottage and Shore Cottage, set in an area of unparalleled natural beauty on the shores of magnificent Loch Eriboll in the Far North of Scotland. Fiona & Robbie Mackay have created the ultimate escape for couples who want to be a world away from it all. The space Featuring a stunning fan-shaped design, The Hill Cottage perfectly complements the contours of the surrounding glacial landscape. Constructed from Croft 103’s honey-coloured stone and benefiting from a south-facing aspect, this property strikes the ideal balance between spaciousness and intimacy. A substantial 7ft feather-topped bed made of lacquered steel and leather is the centre piece of Hill Cottage’s bedroom. The unique design is complimented throughout by a range of specially commissioned fixtures and fittings. Adjacent to the bedroom, the bathroom area has a walk-in double shower lined with polished Caithness stone. There are two baths – both designed to accommodate two people – one of which is outdoors on the secluded patio area overlooking the sea. The lounge and dining area includes beautifully upholstered furniture and floor coverings in world-famous Anta tweed and a specially commissioned dining table. Effortlessly combining traditional and contemporary, Hill Cottage offers a wood-burning stove, a state-of-the-art home entertainment system and Wi-Fi. The kitchen provides everything you need to prepare locally sourced shellfish, high quality Scottish meats or to store ample wine for the duration of your stay. It is fully equipped with a modern cooker, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Sink and worktops are hand-finished in Caithness stone and a separate laundry room has washing, drying and storage facilities. Guest access Guests have full private access to all areas of the cottage. There are no hidden extras - all fuel for fire etc. is supplied. The only rules are to look after the house and have a great time. Other things to note Creating the unique properties at Croft 103 has been a labour of love. Using their combined expertise as owner/managers of Mackay’s Hotel in Durness, they have established a completely new type of visitor experience on the family croft, one they are hugely proud of delighted to share with you. Their approach has always been about quality, sustainability and the creation of an experience fully in tune with the natural environment. Hill Cottage and Shore Cottage are stunning low impact buildings which benefit from the very best in traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge contemporary design. Registration Details 546619606