Mellon Croft

The scent of peat smoke drifts across the croft on a clear Highland morning, with nothing but moorland and big sky stretching toward the coast.

Mellon Croft suits those after something between camping and a full roof — there are camping pods for couples or small families wanting a snug base after a day on the hills, plus guest house rooms if the weather turns or you fancy proper sheets. It's Highland territory, so walkers and coast-seekers are in their element here, and dog owners should ask ahead to see what's possible. The year-round opening makes it rare for this part of Scotland — most places batten down the hatches come October.

Facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so it's worth checking what's onsite when you book, and campfires are one to confirm on arrival rather than assume. The vibe feels like a working croft that's opened its doors to guests — authentic, low-fuss, with the kind of quiet you only get this far north. If you want solitude and hill country on your doorstep, this ticks the box.