Aodann

17/06/2026

Some important advice here about watching seals from the water. Useful and important for for kayak and paddle board users.

Thank you Gairloch Marine Wildlife Centre & Cruises for sharing.

17/06/2026

Interesting article in the FT this month about architecture in Scotland with a focus on the "hobbity" houses designed by architect Stuart Bagshaw. At the end of the article it mentions Lewies Croft which is along the road from us, you can't see it from the road as it is set quite a way back.

We visited Mark, the owner, when it was under construction, he was doing it pretty much all himself and it was a real labour of love. To see it now finished, well, it is a real triumph! You can rent it for stays making another wonderful option in our corner of the Highlands. (I'll pop a link in the comments)

Some called it ‘a hobbit house’, but it replanted an architectural seed that is now blooming beautifully

31/05/2026

If you are in the area on one of these dates, this will be really interesting.
If you cant make it, then we strongly recommend a self guided walk using the map you can buy in the museum. Or, if available, booking a guided walk with Jeremy for a donation to the museum. We have done both and got a lot out of it each time.
There really is something very special about this historic site.

Highlife Highland Ranger Katie Grant will be leading a guided walk of the Achtercairn Archaeology Trail next month - and again in July - with Jeremy Fenton - what a team 😊

So as well as hearing about the Roundhouses and Archaeological remains, it is a chance to discover how plants were used by people in the past, to heal, to build and to produce what they needed. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers alike.

For more details and to book, see https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/plants-in-the-past-ethnobotanical-tales-on-the-archaeology-trail-tickets-1990100289538?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

29/05/2026

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29/05/2026

This is the most wonderful story to brighten Friday.

26/05/2026

Just a quick heads up that the booking engine we use - SuperControl Online Booking System - is presently out of action due to some server issue at their end.

They are working to fix it but if you are trying to book and can't drop us a message (best is WhatsApp via our website) and we'll let you know as soon as its back.

Unique luxury self catering on the North West Coast of Scotland near Poolewe and Gairloch and with unspoilt views across Loch Ewe.

21/05/2026

Just a quick post to say that we have opened up bookings for 2027 after getting a few enquiries.

As usual, we are staying closed over winter months in case we need to do any work etc but we're always happy to chat if you want to book in the winter.

2027 seems a long way off but will be on us before we know it!

Unique luxury self catering on the North West Coast of Scotland near Poolewe and Gairloch and with unspoilt views across Loch Ewe.

04/05/2026

Loving the current David Attenborough programme Secret Gardens, all about the wildlife in our gardens.

The latest episode was set in a garden on the Scottish West Coast, it didnt say exactly where.

We were amused to see the naturalist owner encouraging pine martens to live in his loft space. It reminded us of the time a family moved in under Aodann - everyone locally told us they would be trouble! In the end they seemed quite well behaved, although we never met them. Our guests sent some lovely pics.

They are protected so you cant move them. On advice we waited until they had "fledged" (or whatever the pine marten equivalent is) and then blocked up the hole, so they haven't returned. We would have loved to have had them back but one guest did remark that there was a touch of the "hot day at the zoo" wiff about the place!

Some lovely pics from our guest below and a link to the Attenborough programme too.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002tstj

30/04/2026

What a glorious week it has been up at Aodann! We've had four cruise ships in - two big ones, one tiny (just 12 passengers - hope they all get on OK!) and a not-very-tall tall ship the Flying Dutchman which was too small to see in a picture but I've popped a link to info in the comments.

The haar sea mist has been quite extra ordinary too.

30/04/2026

This is great news for Poolewe! Very much looking forward to the opening.

Ewebrew Tap-House Update

Nearly there.

Our new Tap House in Poolewe is ready and waiting, and we’re looking forward to opening the doors, pouring the first pints, and welcoming locals, visitors, and friends old and new.

At present we are still working through final approvals and statutory processes. For a small independent rural business, prolonged delay can be damaging, and we remain hopeful that common sense, when located, will be applied shortly.

We’ve put a lot into creating something positive for Poolewe — a place to gather, enjoy great beer, support local trade, and add to the village offer.

Thank you for all the encouragement so far. We’re ready when the green light comes. 🍻