Scotland Crofts in the Highlands of Scotland and Wester Ross
Wester Ross for Holidays in the Highlands of Scotland 
Scotland Crofts and Cottages
Scotland Croft larger photographCrofts and CottagesThe pictures shown on this page are from crofts, old cottages and an animal barn on the road to North Erradale, Peterburn, Melvaig and Rue Reidh Lighthouse. In this area of Wester Ross these old building are becoming more difficult to find as they are often being converted into holiday accommodation - cottages. There are a number of books on crofting life, with one of the most popular being Crofting Life by Katharine Stewart.
Grass roofed uninhabited croft in the HighlandsThis old croft with its grass (turf) roof is a very traditional building. You do not need to worry, we have luxurious holiday accommodation and self catering cottages to rent in Scotland, you will not end up in one of these delightful old buildings - unless you buy one. Larger Online Map of ScotlandOld Barn near Melvaig in Wester Ross
Old BarnThroughout Scotland and especially the Highlands and Islands you will still see old buildings, hundreds of years old, many of these buildings are still being used for keeping cows or other animals. The old barn shown above is probably not being used except for the odd sheep or two who shelter out of the bad weather. Read more about Scotland with some of the best books available on Scotland, the Scottish Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Amazon UK Camping and Hiking Outdoor StoreIf you would like your accommodation or travel business listed on our travel websites please e-mail us with your contact details. |
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Wester Ross Scenery
Wester Ross
Larger picture of Gruinard Bay
Larger picture of Wester Ross
Scotland - Loch Kishorn
Scenery in Wester Ross
Wild Goats in the Highlands
Melvaig, Wester Ross in early morningShoppingBooks, maps, travel guides and lots more available from Amazon UK. |
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