Stayed here for one night as part of the NC500. It is quite difficult to find - even the description in the brochure doesn't make it easy.. We had to ring Mrs Strang to assist and she was very helpful. We were made to feel very welcomed and were offered a book from their studio. The camping area is a small field with a mix of grass and hard standing pitches. Electric hookup provided. Incredible peaceful and stunning views. We found it easy enough to get in with our VW T6 camper, but I can see how others may struggle with larger outfits. Toilet is basic but clean, and it's nice to have a toilet so close to the camping area so you don't have to trudge for ages in the dark to find it. I personally really liked the old farm touch, but can see how this may not be for everyone. Just whatever you do, don't follow the postcode! Go to the south end of Elphin as if you're approaching from the south, and it's on your right as you approach a left hand bend going over a bridge. Look for a sign saying studio and a blue postbox and you'll see the CAMHC sign.
Stayed here for a single night stopover on the NC500. Good points - the area is spectacular.
Bad points - access is awful with no warning on site details; we only just got in with our 7.6m motorhome due to the tight gates, steep track approach and overhang trees. Pitch area resembles a disused sheep pen complete with wandering sheep - although admittedly a working farm. Toilet was grim. Water access away from pitch area in not the cleanest area. Chemical waste apparently in a drum in a further field. Poor value at £18 compared to Morvich CAMC site previous night at £31. We’d avoid in future. Needs re-inspecting. Overall scoring system for reviews weights towards area attributes rather than site.
Having just spent 5 days at Birchbank, I can confirm that atrocious weather did not dampen our enjoyment of this place. Yes, the location of water and chemical disposal could be better and yes, access is tight but , with care, it is far from impossible for our pretty long outfit. Otherwise scores are very high indeed for friendliness, location,views and some interesting walks direct from site. Raucous sports cars and motor cycles can be seen on the NC500 but they fail dismally to spoil the tranquility . We are already plotting a return .
I have read some of the other review and agree with a lot of the things said. I chose this site as it was in the location I wanted and the directions were a good help when arriving. Access to the site is tricky and as stated in one of the other review, would be more difficult for someone towing a large caravan. I went into the site and rang the owner's number and after saying I was there, the wife turned up promptly and confirmed my pitch. When asked she told us where the water supply was which is not in the field where pitches are and the best was of getting my motorhome around to it. I had to drive out of the field and then reverse up to the water supply. At this point I would add a word of caution to the drivers of other motorhomes. The track is narrow and there is a lot of shrubbery to the side and overhang tree branches. They were scrapping along the side and roof of my motorhome causing my aerial (a single stem antenna) to be ripped off (and is unrepairable)..
Also as stated in other reviews, the facilities are of poor standard and seriously need updating.
It is up to the individual camper to decided weather the excellent location outweighs the tricky access and poor facilities. Don't forget, if you do visit this site, be careful of the shrubs and overhanging branches
Lovely little site just above the NC500 and although you can see all the other motorhomes zooming along, you can't hear them. The views are lovely. Mrs Strang arrived on her off road vehicle and was happy to sell us some of her eggs - delicious. Facilities a little antiquated but worth it for the tranquillity.
Stayed here in good weather. Superb, and we agree with the previous review. Just be careful of access, we suffered a scuffed wheel arch to our long caravan which was driver's fault. There are two sets of gates, turns in the drive and a steep incline to negotiate before you reach the camping field. No trouble for motorhomes but caravanners be warned. The first house is private and the owners farm house is some meters along the drive. The owners leave your name on the allocated pitch and see you when they are free and able. All very relaxed and pleasant.
Beautiful position, elevated above the road. Fabulous views from site across the valley to Suilven and cul mor.
Pitches all neatly layed out and numbered, hardstanding and level and with 16amp electric. Clean and tidy toilet in farm outbuilding. I really don't understand previous bad comments on loo. There is also an art room with book loan/exchange. We had a long chat with the owner Tom, really lovely man, fascinating to hear stories of mountaineering.
Love this little CL. Been here a few times and keep coming back. Views are incredible to Col Mor and Suilven. In the heart of Assynt with good access to both Ullapool and Lochinver. Walks from the site. Fishing just down the road. Sunsets to die for. Lots to do.
This visit, filling my water barrel I turned to see two White Tailed Eagles circling the valley at same height, just 75 yards away.
Not bothered that the toilet isn’t much cop - we use our on-board facilities. Access looks tighter than it is - no problem for our 24’ van and Land Rover. And yes the toilet empty is rudimentary but this site’s positives easily outweigh the negatives. And if you want manicured facilities then dare I suggest you’re in the wrong area.
Owners are friendly and welcoming. We’ll keep coming back.
Firstly, If you have a large motorhome or caravan such as a big twin axle be aware that the entrance to the drive is tight when turning off the road.
Having read previous reviews before arriving I made sure our toilet was freshly made up and as we were only staying 1 night I decided not to empty it before we left as the chemical toilet waste disposal is exactly as described by previous reviews. I am surprised that the owners have not had to provide something a little more suitable. What has not been said is that the field in which it is located is sloping. The signage was also in need of replacing as it was all very badly faded and I could not find anywhere to empty the grey waste.
On a positive note the views are great and the site is ideal when your doing the NC500 and the owners are very friendly.
The fact that this is pretty much the only CL site in this area on the NC500 route means that you have to either take it or leave it as there is no other choice.