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Set at the foot of Ben Nevis in the midst of spectacular Highland scenery. Pitches with fantastic mountain views, for caravans, motorhomes and tents with EHU option, or choose a cosy camping pod or self catering lodge. Showers and toilets, dishwashing, small shop, WiFi, and children`s play park. Explore over 1,000 acres, including woodland, roaming Highland Cattle, fishing rights to the River Nevis, and a multitude of walks and cycle tracks. And afterwards relax in the onsite restaurant and bar! Find out more here
Upon arrival was a bit disconcerted that was a 'pitch where you like' policy; therefore a little congested around the EHU points; also that the touring site is not adjacent to (the amazing white sand and turquoise sea) Achmelvich Beach.
That said the location is still stunning and everyone on site was pleasant and friendly.
The site became busy, however even with Covid 19 rules in place, there were enough toilets, 2 showers and 3 basins so that never seemed to be queuing. On my first visit the basins were non too clean; that was down to the people using them and not wiping after themselves though as they were absolutely spotless after the Site Cleaning Team had been in.
Plenty of hot water in the washing up areas, again well managed re Covid19 rules.
Ah, the road in. On the one hand stunning as it tracks alongside the "river" inviting you to get on there in your kyaks, but with no access to do so directly; on the other hand twisty, turny and steep, with plenty of passing places. Be aware that the latest departure time is by 12 mid-day, as is the earliest arrival time! Not sure how two towed caravans meeting in the opposite direction would manage.
In summary a relatively quiet, very remote site; some good walking to be done directly from the site; and my first time out on the sea kyaking (once from the sandy Achmelvich Beach, the other from the rocky cove at the site).
NB I was not there with a child so unable to give a true Child Friendliness score as required to complete the review. via mobile
This is a lovely site for adults, with plenty of opportunity to walk over the hills and appreciate the spectacular views. The grass pitches were gently sloping with areas of very soft ground not suitable for larger or heavier vehicles.
If you are able to go without an electric hook up for a night or two I would recommend a site right On the grass edge in front of the small natural harbour
Sadly the site was unable to open the shower and toilet facilities due to pandemic precautions but laundry, dishwashing and chemical toilet facilities were open and safe.
The nearby beach with it’s white sands is an amazing spot to sit back and relax, there is a second more secluded beach further along the coast, the walk there is a bit precarious and definitely not suitable for children but what a view, we were entertained for over half an hour by a large pod of dolphins leaping high out of the water, the group of kayakers coming across the bay had a close encounter as the dolphins came in to investigate.
I last stayed here eight years ago in a tent and not much has changed. The site is accessed via a narrow single track road which only adds to the charm and remote feel of the place (unless you're driving a huge winnebago I suppose!)
The reception was staffed by a couple of youngsters who were friendly and helpful)
The site comprises of a central area with EHU's but no hard standings so it's first come first served and a little chaotic. We parked in the general camping area to the east where a few other vans were parked as it's fairly flat.
The facilities were basic but adequate. There were no queues that we saw even though the site was busy and given the the very reasonable site fees the location is good value.
The sandy bay next to the site is sheltered and perfect for families and water-sports (weather permitting)
It's hard to over emphasise just how beautiful the location is!
Shore Caravan Site at Achmelvich is quite a long drive down a single track lane (in total, just over 4 miles from Lochinver village), but that’s part of the attraction, and if you go during the summer season the site has its own chip shop. However, on an October evening, it didn’t seem worth going out again in dismal weather. When we visited (mid-week), it was very quiet, with just a couple of tiny caravans and a few campervans. With strong winds forecast, and the site facing West into the cove, we chose to park nose into the wind to reduce buffeting.
The facilities were basic but plentiful. Four showers for each gender (though some were marked out of order). Behind each shower door there is a very small changing area (just enough space for the outer door to push inwards without hitting the fully-sealed shower cubicles within. BUT as the inner shower cubicles have doors that swing out into the changing area, you need to open the cubicle before changing… or you get trapped and need to wrap up and step out into the corridor to get the doors right. Complicated? Well, you won’t make the mistake of not opening the cubicle before changing more than once! The showers are reasonable electric ones, so no problem getting hot water, but the drains in the ladies were blocked so very soon stood in water – that kept the shower VERY short. The shower units also smelled like they needed a good scrub with anti-bacterial cleaner.
Given that the beach is popular for watersports in better weather (and despite the website’s warnings about jellyfish, weaver fish and other potential nasties), it’s nice to see that the management ask campers not to enter the facilities in wet suits, presumably for the comfort of others.
There are washing up facilities provided inside and outside (though the later gave the sheep somewhere to shelter from the wind). But all round, the facilities seem old and tired. This is site for units and campers that are fairly self-reliant, and attracted to the natural beauty of the shoreline, not for needy holiday makers, who will find holiday parks elsewhere more to their taste.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming On Site 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
Beach On Site 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Coastside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
Great location next to the beach, 
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