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Reviews of Hillside Camping Pods and Shepherd's Hut

Ceol Na Mara Hillside Auckengill, Wick, KW1 4XP, United Kingdom

#1 of 7 hotels in Wick

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Review score

Based on 503 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing cosy accommodation had everything we needed!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Very cosy & comfortable pod. Everything you require for a nights stay. Lots of extras.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Self catering.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Amazing, must stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Everything. The hut was really clean, very nicely presented and filled with lovely little touches like dvds to watch, snacks and even porridge and cereal for breakfast! There was a pint of milk provided along with a microwave, kettle and air fryer. Debbie was a fantastic host, great communication and a lovely welcome making sure we had everything we needed. Beautiful sunset and clear skies to see the stars at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful accommodation and host, great place to stay, particularly for NC500
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike

    The Shepherd’s Hut was such a stunning property, small but perfectly formed! Such a clever use of space to make it incredibly cosy, comfortable and welcoming. Debbie as host has clearly put a lot of care and attention into making it feel so special and was a great host, both with pre-stay communication and in welcoming us at the accommodation. Could not recommend this place highly enough, it would be a pleasure to be able to stay there again.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For me the bed was too soft

    Loved the large separate shower toilet facilities and the roomy pod

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Great pods
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only reason for 9 stars and not 10 was due to the fact the door to Morven appears to have dropped which made opening and closing a little more difficult and felt like we were having to slam it, which later in the evening and earlier in the morning, being considerate campers, we felt a little uncomfortable about. Minor adjustment would be all that it requires.

    The pod was clean and cozy. The milk in the fridge was a lovely touch. Although we sourced our own breakfast prior to arrival, we really appreciated the added bonus of the cereal and porridge sachets, provided. The private shower room was a great addition and was in clean order. We liked the fact that shower gel and shampoo were provided too. Overall we had a really lovely stay, thank you!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    10
    Excellent experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    The whole experience was great just one night did not do it-justice

    The location was excellent the host even left bottle of milk and cereal which was not expected excellent all round highly recommended

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Perfect 👌 thoroughly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely location and so cosy and everything you need in the shepherds hut. We loved it 😊 A great nights sleep 😴

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Shepherds nook
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water didn't get hot enough for a shower.

    The shepards nook was a lovely little spot for a relaxing break for two. Very quiet spot. Amazed at the amount of stars visible at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    10
    Amazing stop off for our NC500 trip, coomunication with Debbie was great and the book was everything we wanted. Highly r
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Road leading up has some big pot holes

    Views, Debbie, Nook, facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    We had a great time and would stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful property with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Despite the weather, it was warm and cozy. The bed was very comfortable so we both slept really well.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pod & shower facilities were immaculate, we had best nite sleep ever .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    8.0
    A perfect overnight stop
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road on approach is a bit bumpy, not really an issue as it is only a track, but just to be mindful if arriving in the dark as we did. It's very ( very ) dark, the sensor lighting is great on return back from the bathroom cubicle but not on the way. It doesn't pick you up until you've almost got to the door. However, there is a torch provided, so I advise anyone use it. Not really a complaint, just advise. It was a great place.

    Our hostess, Debbie, was lovely and although the pod was ready for us to self check in, she came out in the cold to greet us. My husband had never stayed in a pod before, but he loved it, as did I. The shower/ bathroom were obviously separate being pod accommodation but we had our own unit and it was spotless. The pod had everything we could need. Debbie recommended a lovely pub in Keiss where we enjoyed a nice meal in good company, before chilling back at the pod. Great overnight stay on our road trip, but would stay longer if we ever returned. Ideal spot for touring John O' Grouts, Thurso, Dunnet's Head etc. Amazing for the Dark Skies/Northern Lights enthusiast. We got a few snaps.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    10
    Home from home
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a bit lopsided - I think previous guests had regularly sat on the edge of the bed, making the mattress more worn on one side than the other. Comfy enough otherwise, though.

    The place felt like a home from home, which was what I needed when working away from home for the week. Debbie made it known she was available if I needed anything, but I didn't. Everything you'd reasonably expect to need had been provided. Despite it being a stormy week, the hut felt cosy and secure. Would stay again, for work or leisure!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    10
    Compact accommodation but with everything you need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location. Great host. Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    10
    Shepherds Nook definitely exceeded expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic accommodation and friendly host. Would definitely book again and highly recommend to others.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Porridge in the microwave was just the job before sailing to Orkney

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    It was a very comfortable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Did not like the toilet and shower separate. But they were very clean, our fault that i didn’t check that they were separate, on. The pictures they are clearly shown, my mistake

    Location good

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    V. Friendly, Cosy and v. Clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to go out to toilet in the night in the rain but that’s glamping!

    Never stayed in a pod before so it was a new experience. Cost and comfortable and very clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    8.0
    Ok for a night but wouldn’t stay any longer than this myself
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite a bit off road away from shops, pubs and eateries not close by where you can walk to them.

    It served a purpose on a road trip and was clean and tidy

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Cosey pod in a lovely location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It had everything you needed.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    10
    Loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really cosy and well thought out.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    10
    Great value for money and fantastic location
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Debbie went over and above for us as we were running late.

    Stayed in September 2023

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