Welcome to Forest Way Bunkhouse.

++++COVID-19 LATEST NEWS (updated @ 17/04/2022)++++

Please note we are operating on a pre-covid normal basis.  So shared dormitory rooms are available again and public areas such as kitchen, lounge and drying room will now be fully open with no restrictions.  However, we appreciate some people will still prefer exclusive use of rooms so this option will continue.

Forest Way delivers quality Bunkhouse accommodation set in the stunningly beautiful area of the North West Highlands.

We are located nine miles south of the idyllic fishing village of Ullapool and offer a peaceful rural setting for guests.

The property is nestled between the Lael Forest Garden walks and the River Broom with an abundance of wildlife and delightful walks nearby.

The spectacular Corrieshalloch Gorge and the Falls of Measach are just two miles away as well as the vast number of mountains and lochs.

Our Accommodation

House Room

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The Bunkhouse

One of the two bedrooms in the Bunkhouse
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Why Visit Forest Way?

Hillwalking/
Mountaineering

Climb one or more of the 26 Munros, 19 Corbetts and 16 Grahams all on our doorstep. The area has some of the most iconic mountains in the UK such as Suilven, An Teallach and Stac Pollaidh.

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North Coast 500/Touring NW Highlands

Embark on one of the world’s most iconic coastal touring routes, and discover the breath-taking beauty of the North Highlands; a place where you’ll find white sand beaches, rugged mountains, hidden gems and a wealth of unforgettable experiences.

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Road Cycling/Mountain Biking

Enjoy the stunning scenery from your saddle. Road cyclists and mountain bikers are spoilt for choice in this area with a number of routes for all abilities.

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Cape Wrath Trail

Do the famous long distance walking route and immerse yourself in nature and some of the best landscapes in the country.

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Eating Out

Ullapool is the nearest place to eat and it is famed for its fabulous seafood.  You will find no finer place than the award winning Seafood Shack plus a number of good restaurants to choose from.

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Nature on our doorstep

See dolphins, seals, whales and many birds on a boat trip or take a walk in our wilderness and see deer, otters, red squirrels, eagles and many more birds.  The wonderful landscape is so diverse with mountain, forest, waterfall, loch, cliffs and beaches that this provides the perfect enviroment for a vast amount of wildlife and natural geological delights.

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Photography & Dark Skies

Whether you are an individual photographer or organising a group course, our area offers some of the best landscape photography in the UK. Throughout the whole year the changing light and landscape are what makes this area so magical to capture on lens.  Occasionally we get to see displays of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and our dark skies are perfect for night photography and astronomical viewing.

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Trip Advisor Reviews

star rating  Great hospitality and local knowledge. Lovely room and very friendly atmosphere. Lovely forest surroundings. It was a great stop during our nc 500 and Ian was a fantastic host. Thank... read more

Charlotte R
July 1, 2019

star rating  Drove past Forest Way after coming down from a three day wild camp. Had a room to ourselves. Each room has 4 beds & its own shower room. Warm, comfortable... read more

avatar thumb Sameelsausage1
September 18, 2017

star rating  Another great little bunkhouse with community kitchen. Host friendly and chatty, nice wildlife in the garden including a surprise Pied Flycatcher! Only stopped one night but would have liked... read more

Freybird
June 5, 2022

star rating  Iain is an excellent host, and does a mean breakfast, best porridge we had!! Excellent room with the forest view, hard standing to the front for bikes, bad gravel to... read more

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June 11, 2018

star rating  Outstanding bunkhouse- spacious and well equipped. Great drying room (with an effective dehumidifier!) for that occasional damp Scottish day. Iain, the host, has an encyclopaedic knowledge of current hiking and... read more

dheydeck
May 28, 2021

Facebook Reviews

    Great little bunkhouse in a very convenient location for bagging loads of Munros and Corbetts :). Comfortable beds, a decent kitchen and an effective drying room. I've stayed a couple of times and will certainly return. Iain (the owner) is also an invaluable source of advice on hill routes.

    David Pettit Avatar David Pettit
    April 1, 2017

    I've stayed here twice now. It's a fine wee bunkhouse, comfortable beds, good showers and ideally located for plenty of local hills, with the Fannichs, Deargs and An Teallach in easy reach, and not too long a drive to get into those lovely Assynt hills. The owner is a keen walker and has a lot of excellent local knowledge. You also get a free beer. Highly recommended 🙂

    John-Paul Bell Avatar John-Paul Bell
    March 29, 2017

    Top quality place to stay ....... Set in beautiful surroundings run by a real Gentleman with outstanding knowledge of surrounding area !! Highly recommended 😁

    Graham Young Avatar Graham Young
    March 29, 2017

    Great accommodation and base for exploring the hills around Ullapool.

    Robin Wallace Avatar Robin Wallace
    March 31, 2017

Google Reviews

    Great value for money, very clean and tidy. Recommended!!

    Caledonia Wanderer Avatar Caledonia Wanderer
    November 18, 2018

    I had just cycled DOWIS, Dover to Western Isles and this made a great change after a month in my tent. £20 was great with me. Comfy bed, good hot shower, nice kitchen and a warm welcome. Thank you

    John Boardman Avatar John Boardman
    August 2, 2018

    Me and 2 friends bunked here for 1 night. Lovely little place surrounded by forests, very peaceful. You can hear the water flowing nearby which creates a tranquil environment. The owner, Ian is a lovely man. His family is also on the site who are also lovely people. The communal area in the bunkhouse was spacious and offered everything you need. Each guest room has an en suite with 4 bunks in each room. You can also rent these rooms so if you're with a small group you can create a private area. If I ever do the nc500 again I will stay here!

    Zak Scutt Avatar Zak Scutt
    September 7, 2018

    Iain and his dad were some of the nicest people we met on our trip through and round Scotland we couldn't have asked for more! The room we stayed in we paid a little extra for to book it out, it was very clean and tidy with a lovely drive area to sit outside. The area around this site should be considered an area of outstanding natural beauty. I would highly recommend staying here if you are in the area!

    Nicholas Rudd Avatar Nicholas Rudd
    September 20, 2018

    It is a nice little place. The bunk house is well maintained and it’s neat and clean. Host is really warm and helpful in nature. The kitchen is also well equipped. I would suggest this place to everyone who wanna go up to grave or Ullapool.

    nichith ratheesh Avatar nichith ratheesh
    January 9, 2019

    Nice place, very quiet. Clean. Friendly owner. Highly reccomended!

    Gianni S. Avatar Gianni S.
    August 24, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is check in/check out?

Guests can check in anytime between 4pm and 8pm.  If you wish to arrive outside these time contact us to let us know.

Is breakfast included as standard with all rooms?

The Bunkhouse and house room are self catering with full kitchen facilities available which guests can use for evening meals and breakfast.

Is all linen and towels provided?

All linen is provided for all rooms.  You will need to bring your own towel or these can be hired for £2 each.

I am not travelling by car. Is a pick up service available?

We can do a pick up service from Ullapool and the surrounding area.  Minimal charges will apply to cover petrol costs.  If you require a pick up service please notify us as early as possible as this service has limited availablity.