Vacation Home
Highland Retreat, Loch Views & Open Fires
- 18 Guests
- 7 Bedrooms
- 10 Beds
- 6 Bathrooms
Highland Loch-Side Mansion | Sleeps 18 | Cinema & Snooker | NC500
ABOUT THIS SPACE
At Overscaig House, the world goes quiet.
The loch opens beside you, the hills rise around you, and deer wander through the garden. Inside, open fires, a cinema room and cosy spaces offer warmth while the Highland weather moves outside.
Remote, peaceful and unforgettable, this former fishing hotel is now a lochside retreat for families, friends and anyone needing calm, nature and true Highland magic.
Wake to deer grazing at dawn. Fall asleep to absolute silence. Live at the pace the Highlands intended.
THE HOUSE
SEVEN BEDROOMS. EIGHTEEN GUESTS. ENDLESS VIEWS.
This beautifully restored Highland home sleeps up to 18 across seven thoughtfully designed bedrooms, each with its own character and comfort.
Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1: 2 king-size beds
Bedroom 2: 2 single beds + 1 king-size bed
Bedroom 3: 1 double bed
Bedroom 4: 1 double bed
Bedroom 5: 1 king-size bed
Bedroom 6: 1 double bed
Bedroom 7: 1 king-size bed
All beds come with quality linen. All rooms share the same gift: loch views that never get old.
THE LOCH & WATER ADVENTURES
Step from your door to the water's edge. Loch Shin is yours to explore.
INCLUDED:
Direct private loch access
Fishing boat for guest use
Perfect launch point for your own equipment
BRING OR PURCHASE LOCALLY: Kayaks, canoes, paddleboards (SUP), fishing gear, wild swimming kit — everything is available to buy or rent in Lairg (25 minutes away). We have secure storage for all your adventure gear.
The loch is calm, clear and waiting. Whether you're casting for salmon, paddling at sunrise, or floating under endless sky, the water here feels different. Wilder. Purer. Yours.
WHAT'S PROVIDED
We want you to arrive and exhale. Everything's ready.
ESSENTIALS:
Fresh linen for all beds
Towels for everyone
Toilet paper, hand soap, basics
Welcome essentials (tea, coffee)
Firewood for cosy nights
Washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets
COMFORT & CONNECTION:
Fast WiFi throughout (because sometimes you need it)
Smart TV + cinema projector
Full snooker table with cues and balls
Board games and books
Outdoor furniture
Ample parking
Secure equipment storage
THE LOCATION
LOCH SHIN, SUTHERLAND, SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
Remote enough to feel like the edge of the world. Accessible enough to reach without drama.
GETTING HERE:
Inverness: 1 hour 15 minutes
Nearest village (Lairg): 25 minutes
On the NC500 route
NEARBY:
Shin Falls (20 mins) — Watch salmon leap upstream. Forest walks. River magic.
The Abandoned House — A hauntingly beautiful ruin across the loch. Photographers dream of this place.
Highland Beaches (45 mins) — Yes, beaches. Achmelvich, Clachtoll, Scourie. White sand, turquoise water, nobody there.
Endless Walks — Marked trails and wild roaming across moors, hills and glens
NC500 — The iconic road trip passes right by
Ullapool (1 hour) — Harbour town, seafood, ferries, life
Dunrobin Castle, Smoo Cave, distilleries, golf — All within reach
WILDLIFE: Deer at dawn. Golden eagles overhead. Pine martens in the woods. Otters on the loch. Red grouse calling across the moor. Nature doesn't perform here — it just lives. And you get to witness it.
PERFECT FOR
Family reunions where everyone actually talks
Multi-generational gatherings (Annexe gives space)
Friends who've been planning this trip for years
Milestone birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations
NC500 base camp (day trips, return to comfort)
Fishing enthusiasts (boat + loch access included)
Anyone who needs to remember what quiet sounds like
QUICK SPECS
🏠 Sleeps: 18 (22 with Annexe)
🛏️ Bedrooms: 7 (+ 1 in Annexe)
🚿 Bathrooms: [Your number]
📍 Location: Loch Shin, Sutherland, Highlands
🎣 Unique features: Cinema, snooker, loch access, fishing boat
🚗 Parking: Multiple vehicles
📶 WiFi: Fast & reliable
🔥 Heating: Central heating + open fires
Highlights
Parking
Wireless Broadband Internet
Pictures
Amenities
Parking & facilities
Parking, Parking option included, Private garden, Shared garden
Policies
Accept credit card, Accessible 24/7, Children welcome, Pets not allowed, Smoking not allowed
Entertainment
Boat, Pool table, TV antenna, TV cable
Kitchen & dining
BBQ charcoal grill, Blender, Baby high chair, Coffee machine, Cooking utensils, Dishwasher, Grill, Kitchen stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Toaster, Vacuum cleaner
Location features
Lake, Mountain, Rural, Waterfront
Bathroom & laundry
Bed linen, Shower, Towel set, Bathtub, Washbasin, Washing machine
Heating & cooling
Central heating, Fireplace, General heating, Wood tiled stove
Internet & office
Computer, Wireless Broadband Internet wireless
Home Safety
Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, First aid kit, Smoke detector
House Rules
Credit cards accepted
Children welcome
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
Check-in: 05:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Location
Driving Directions to Overscaig House (IV27 4NY)
From Inverness / Inverness Airport
- Leave Inverness heading north on the A9 towards Wick/Thurso.
- Continue on the A9 for around 30 miles.
- At The Mound, turn left onto the A839 signposted for Lairg.
- Follow the A839 for approx. 16 miles into Lairg.
- In Lairg, take the A836 heading northwest, signposted for Tongue.
- After 6 miles, turn left onto the A838 towards Laxo / Overscaig / Lairg Dam.
- Continue on the A838 for around 8 miles, driving along the shoreline of Loch Shin.
- Overscaig House is on your Left, clearly visible from the road with the loch behind it.
You’ll know you’re close when the views open wide, the loch stretches out below you, and you see the traditional white building facing the water.
From Ullapool
- Take the A835 east towards Inverness for approx. 19 miles.
- Turn left onto the A837 towards Ledmore / Lochinver.
- At Ledmore Junction, turn right onto the A837 towards Oykel Bridge.
- Continue until you meet the A839, then turn left towards Lairg.
- In Lairg, follow signs onto the A836, then turn left onto the A838 after 6 miles.
- Continue along Loch Shin for around 8 miles — Overscaig House will be on your Left.
From the North (Tongue)
- Follow the A838 south along the lochs and moorland.
- Continue past Lairg Dam and stay on the A838.
- Overscaig House will appear on your Right, facing the water.
Important Notes for Guests
• Mobile signal improves as you approach the house and is generally reliable.
• The property sits directly on the A838, easy to find and accessible year-round.
• The final stretch runs along the loch — take your time; the scenery is spectacular.
• Parking is available directly at the property.
Rates
Policy and notes
Payment Schedule
50% of the total amount is due at time of reservation.
The remaining amount is to be paid 7 day(s) before arrival.
Cancellation Policy
All paid prepayments are non-refundable.
Security deposit
No security deposit is due.
Availability
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