Craiglea is a 4 star Scottish Highlands retreat comprising three listed guest houses, sleeping 15-20 guests and an indoor leisure area with heated pool, sauna and relaxed seating to overlook the stunning scenery. Craiglea offers its guests luxury accommodation in one of the last unspoilt locations in the British Isles boasting unparalleled natural beauty and seclusion, breathtaking landscape views, pure air, centuries of history and heritage, friendly locals and privacy. Nestled in a picturesque hillside in Latheronwheel, Caithness, Craiglea is the perfect place to escape from it all and where the only stress is to choose between the thrills of the many outdoor pursuits on offer or the tranquility of stunning natural surroundings.
Whether renting the entire facility exclusively or just one dwelling, Craiglea is the perfect location for corporate events, celebrations and special occasions. Craiglea opens its doors for exclusive or partial use to enjoy the wild and turbulent or calm and isolated Highland treasures. Guests can enjoy a range of activities including quad biking, off-road driving, mountain biking, guided walks and hikes, wildlife tours, falconry, deep sea fishing, shark fishing, game fishing and game shooting, whisk trails and tasting, golf and clay pigeon shooting to name a few.
Craiglea comprises of 3 guest house:
- GH1 sleeps 5-8 people - there is one single room and two twin rooms. To sleep 7 or 8 of your party in this guest house, the sofa in the large lounge opens into a double bed and the single bed in the single room has a bed underneath that can be drawn out (i.e. a fold out bed).
- GH2 sleeps 5-7 people - again, there is one single room and two twin rooms To sleep 7 or 8 of your party in this guest house, the sofa in the large lounge opens into a double bed and the single bed in the single room has a bed underneath that can be drawn out (i.e. a fold out bed).
Note: Please note that GH1 + GH2 have an inter-connecting door between the two lounges.
- GH3 (the Barn Cottage ) sleeps 4-6 people - there are two twin rooms. This guest house can sleep a further two persons as the lounge sofa can open up into a double bed.
Property amenities:
The Craiglea leisure area, fronting the development with open, uninterrupted views over the Latheron cliffs and Moray Firth is unique to the North. Compensating for the vagaries of the Scottish Highland weather, this comprehensively appointed complex offers a heated indoor swimming pool which contributes to Craiglea reputation that rivals exclusive North American retreats and Alpine lodges.
Each guest house has its own kitchen with modern built-in appliances and lounge with sofas, full working coal fires, high-speed wireless internet access, plasma screen and Sky TV to relax after an activity filled Scottish Highland day. Guests are free to use the acres of gardens which offer a designated area for summer barbecues.
Craiglea can be hired on a self-catering basis or, if requested, catering or personal local top ranking chef’s can be provided during your stay. Craiglea also has an in-house full laundry service which also provides fresh bed linen everyday. Craiglea also owns 3 quad-bikes, a Land Rover, boat and 150 acres of mountainous terrain with cliffs and rivers running down to the harbor.
Craiglea guests can take use of all facilities such as the leisure area, heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, table tennis, BBQ, internet access, laundry service and daily room service.
Nearby attractions and activities:
We would be delighted to prepare and cost a tailor made activities programme for you. Just tell us your visiting dates, which activities are of interest to you and your party and we will put together an activity itinerary and price plan to suit your requirements.
All activities are within 1 hours distance from Craiglea, for example:
- We can organise an Orkney Island day trip for your party.
- Boat/Fishing trips around Latheronwheel and Scrabster.
- We can organise for a specialist chef to come to Craiglea to cook the fish you caught that day.
- Why not try some clay pigeon shooting (his and her guns and training/guide provided).
Policy:
- There are no check-in, check-out time restrictions
- There is no minimum time policy
- There is a no smoking policy inside the Craiglea premises
- There is a no pets policy inside the Craiglea premises
- Children are welcome and childcare (baby sitting service, cots supplied) can be arranged.
Cancellation Policy: A cancellation notice period of 4 week prior to your arrival date is required otherwise a penalty cancellation fee of 70% will be incurred. A courtesy cancellation notice period (for any of the planned activities), of 4 weeks prior to your arrival date is required.
Payment Terms:
- A 30% non-refundable confirmation of booking deposit to be paid upon your booking.
- The balance sum to be paid six weeks prior to your arrival date
- All cheques payable to City Centre Estates (Leisure) Ltd and sent to: City Centre Estates (Leisure) Ltd.
Packages:
We can also arrange a variety of activities and adventures to satisfy your party’s tastes. All activities are within 1 hours travel time of Latheronwheel:
- Adventure:
* Guided Walks and Hikes,
* Bird Watching and Wildlife Tours,
* Orkney Island Trips.
- Rest and recreation:
* Falconry, Golf,
* Whisk Trails and Tasting,
* Exploring the Places of Interest,
* Delving into local History, Art (gallery visits and art workshops), Cookery (lessons).
- On the edge:
* Fishing,
* Shooting,
* Off-road Driving,
* Quad-biking,
* Surfing,
* Windsurfing,
* Sailing,
* Horse Riding,
* Mountain Biking.
Notes:
Prices:
- Craiglea GH1 to Sleep(5/8 people plus baby):
* Easter, May + Oct: £858
* Whit, Jun, Sep + Xmas: £910
* Jul+Aug: £1013
* New Year: £1167
* All other dates: £549.
- Craiglea GH2 to Sleep(5/7 people plus baby):
* Easter, May + Oct: £858
* Whit, Jun, Sep + Xmas: £910
* Jul+Aug: £1013
* New Year: £1167
* All other dates: £549.
- Craiglea Barn to Sleep(4/6 people plus baby):
* Easter, May + Oct: £755
* Whit, Jun, Sep + Xmas: £807
* Jul+Aug: £910
* New Year: £1064
* All other dates: £446.
Price Includes:
- Continental breakfast.
Price Excludes:
- Air transfers.
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Location: England
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We are a property development company which owns a beautiful venue in the Scottish Highlands called Craiglea. It has been given a 4 star rating by Visit Scotland, Craiglea can accommodate up to 15-20 guests and offers privacy and seclusion, whilst contemplating the abundance of unique and thrilling entertainment on...
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