Old Schoolhouse | House in Altnaharra, Scotland

Positive: The house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. In a beautiful, remote location about 25 minutes drive to the nearest shop so make sure you stock up whilst you’re out and about. It’s along way to go if you run out of milk ! We loved the remoteness

Negative: A few more matches and fire lighters to light the fire perhaps ?

Positive: We stayed at this beautifully renovated old-school house in Altnaharra. Inside, you can see photos showing how the house looked before and after the renovation, which gives you a real sense of its history and transformation. The house had everything you could possibly need for both a short and longer stay. It was extremely comfortable, and every detail had clearly been thought through. The sleeping arrangements were cozy and relaxing, and the open-plan living area - with a kitchen, dining space, and living room - made it feel spacious and welcoming. The large smart TV was a great touch, but the real highlight for us was the fireplace. Logs were provided, along with clear instructions on how to use the burner, which made our evenings by the fire really special. The views are simply breathtaking - visible from every window, overlooking the Munros and the lush, green landscape. We were even lucky enough to see deer at sunset, which made our stay unforgettable. Although the house is located in a quiet, remote hamlet, it’s still conveniently positioned - within 30 minutes to an hour you can reach nearby towns, whether for sightseeing or shopping for essentials. Our host was fantastic - very communicative and welcoming. He even came by to greet us on the day we arrived, and we had a lovely chat about the history of the house and the area. The house was renovated by the owner and his work partner, who are co-owners, and their care and dedication are evident in every corner. Overall, Altnaharra is a beautiful, comfortable, and peaceful retreat, perfect for anyone wanting to relax and disconnect from the rush of daily life. We had an absolutely wonderful stay and highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the stunning Highlands.

Negative: Everything was perfect.

Positive: Everything, the house is amazing with all you need

Negative: Nothing

Positive: Lovely remote location - very quiet. It was a terrific base for us to travel from. The house itself was very comfortable, laid out well and had all the facilities needed. The shower was fabulous which was needed at the end of the day!

Positive: Everything was fabulous!

Negative: Nothing

Positive: Beautiful house in an amazing setting; the owner was very friendly and helpful…a cool guy it would have been nice to get to know better.

Negative: That we didn’t get to stay longer 😉

Positive: Spotlessly clean with a good assortment of kitchen cookware and mod cons

Negative: The mattresses were a little soft and noisy

Positive: Beautiful decor. Lovely location.

Negative: Loved everything!!

Positive: The property is perfectly located to access all parts of the Highlands. Communication with the owners was just right before and during our stay. The Old School House is extrememly well appointed and finished to a wonderfuly high standard. The presentation is perfect, the owners made sure that all the little details were just so. There were no hidden surprises, what you see in the pictures is exactly what you get. We adored the remoteness and the seclusion that Altnaharra offers as a Hamlet. If it's well apointed privacy and seclusion you are after, The Old School House delivers in spades. We will be returning.