Ullapool Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Ullapool

Nestled on the east shore of Loch Broom and originally a herring port, the picturesque fishing village of Ullapool was founded in 1788.  Today, Ullapool is still busy with fishing boats, as well as yachts, pleasure boats and ferries making regular trips to the Outer Hebrides and Stornoway.  It’s the perfect place for cruises to visit the rare and exciting bird and sea life that frequents the Highland shores, visiting the beautiful Summer Isles or for fishing in the fertile waters of the Loch.

Despite its small size, Ullapool is full of bars and restaurants with a surprisingly diverse selection of live events and festivals happening throughout the year.  The town is an excellent base for exploring, with sea lochs, mountain scenery and deserted golden sands all close by your holiday cottage.

Things to do in Ullapool

A wealth of outdoor activities from sea and loch fishing to mountain biking, climbing and golf can be found in the Wester Ross area and a wide choice of boat trips including wildlife cruises and visits to the seabird sanctuary on Handa Island from Ullapool itself.  There’s yet more fishing and even Deer Stalking on the nearby Langwell Estate, and of course there is a huge variety of routes for the walkers from rocky coastlines to mountain peaks.  Further afield, visit the beautiful and exotic plants at Inverewe Gardens and Inverpolly National Nature Reserve.

In the town itself, the multi award-wining Ullapool Museum and Visitor Centre is a must while you can enjoy the huge variety of annual festivals including the Book Festival, Guitar Festival and top bands on the bill at the Loopallu Festival offering great entertainment for all the family.