Muckle Howf

The Muckle Howf is a traditional Scottish stone-built steading converted into a luxury holiday cottage, it is the result of a long-term project undertaken at Craighead by Ian, Heather and family. 

What makes it special is the setting combined with the very high standard achieved in the conversion of the steading, a key aim being to offer something special for visitors, a place to enjoy and relax, with access to the gardens and a personal family welcome which has been awarded 5 stars* by the Scottish Tourist Board.

With that in mind the design offers complete privacy but easy access. It optimises the wonderful views with its glazed gable end in the upstairs lounge and the master bedroom. Visitors are always welcome to call in at our own home for any help or advice they need.
Open all year round with children welcomed during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Availability & Book
Click an available start date highlighted to check availability and book.

Check in - Please arrive  from 3pm and depart by 10.am. If you do have an idea of your arrival time do let us know - as it helps us greatly.  Please use the comments box on the booking form to let us know.
If you have stayed with us before we always like to know that too!

Please note: All dates highlighted red are booked. If you are interested in dates that our on line booking will not accommodate i.e short breaks etc please do give us a ring and we will see if we can help.
If you are interested in the Muckle Howf for Christmas or New Year 2019/20 and would like to bring children along please just email.

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Muckle Howf Facilities 

  • Three double bedrooms all with their own en-suite.
  • The ‘whisky lounge’ which is on the upper floor 
  • Sitting room with a library and wood-burning stove
  • A large kitchen/dining room which is fully equipped 
  • A utility room with washing machine/dryer, freezer, additional fridge and ironing facilities 
  • The sauna room with an invigorating shower and infra-red sauna. 
  • Outdoor hot tub which is completely secluded
  • A private garden, patio and firepit
You are surrounded by wildlife but should you wish to wander down to the pond, through the woodlands or up to the main garden you will come across our many animals such as our miniature donkeys or soay and ryeland sheep and our pygmy goats. Our two highland cows enjoy a titbit of bread in exchange for photo opportunities. 

There is plenty to do in the area with great access to main roads and railway, but if you don’t feel like leaving the Muckle Howf you can just enjoy the grounds and gardens of Craighead.

Dogs - Sorry but we can not accommodate dogs.

Pricing

Cost per week £1380  inclusive of VAT with the exception of Christmas and New Year, please enquire.   

​We also offer short breaks at certain times of year. Please check our availability calendar below to see if your desired dates are available.

​For short breaks please contact us directly to book (our online booking system doesn't accept short breaks).