This superb, detached cottage near Melvich sleeps five people in three bedrooms.
The Space:
The Auld Kirk is a wonderful, detached cottage set four miles from Melvich in the Scottish Highlands. Originally a church, this superb holiday property has two bedrooms, each with an en-suite, including a ground floor king-size double and a first floor family room. There's also a family bathroom, a mezzanine sitting area on the first floor and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is a patio garden with furniture along with ample off road parking. The Auld Kirk is a superb, unique holiday home in a remote and beautiful part of Scotland.
The Neighborhood:
The village of Melvich is located on the north coast of Scotland near the mouth of the River Halladale and is set in the rolling and open space of Sutherland known as 'Mackay Country'. Melvich has a village shop and post office as well as a village inn with a restaurant. The village attracts many visitors, especially during the summer months, as it is an ideal base for touring the north coast of Scotland.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Forsinard
Located in Forsinard, this holiday home is on a river. Strathnaver Museum and North Coast Visitor Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include North Coast Leisure Centre and Thurso Leisure Centre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Forsinard Flows Visitor Centre - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
Strathy Bay - 34 min drive - 25.5 km
Swordly Loch - 53 min drive - 43.6 km
Farr Beach - 54 min drive - 45.4 km
Thurso Beach - 58 min drive - 50.0 km
Getting around
Forsinard Station - 10 min drive
Wick (WIC) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
Forsinard Lodge Tea Room - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Auld Kirk, Melvich pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Auld Kirk, Melvich?
As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Auld Kirk, Melvich on 4 July 2026 start from AU$1,356, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Auld Kirk, Melvich?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Auld Kirk, Melvich?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Auld Kirk, Melvich?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Auld Kirk, Melvich located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Forsinard Flows Visitor Centre and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Strathy Bay. Sgeir Bhagain and Sgeir an Eilean are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
What a beautiful house, what a beautiful landscape, we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our stay. The directions on how to get there could be a tad more precise. But that's less than a minor nitpick, and once you arrive you wouldn't want to be anywhere else anyway. If you plan on staying here do consider that it takes time to get from here to literally _anywhere_. It wasn't a problem for us, on the contrary, because we relished the relaxing drives through glorious landscapes. But if you have impatient kids in the backseats or don't like driving, The Auld Kirk might not be the best fitting option for you.
Jonas Benedikt D.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
28 July 2018
Perfektes Domizil zum absoluten Abschalten!!!!
Absolute Ruhe inmitten von Schafweiden in einem perfekt ausgestatteten Haus .....von uns gibt es 5 Sterne 💪🏴👍