Portnancon

Ard Neakie Lime Kilns

Good for Relax

6.6

/ 10 Good

#283 out of 298
in Scotland

About

Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 105th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and rocks cover, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Ard Neakie Lime Kilns coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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+12 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

5.1 M/S

Wind

+9 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Portnancon, Scotland, Highland

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1.3/10

Cleanliness

Very good

7.5/10

Amenities

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1/10

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Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is located in Highland within Portnancon, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"A small promontory with a strong personality, wonderfully positioned on the northern shore of Scotland on Loch Eribol, abundant in history. Luckily, we arrived in fantastic weather, despite the biting cold and wind chill, it is definitely worth taking a stroll around. No amenities available."

Peter Sutcliffe

"Recently had a fantastic camping adventure with friends in a tranquil setting surrounded by stunning landscapes. I highly suggest bringing insect nets to protect yourself from midges if you're considering a summer visit."

Jamie Anders

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22.3km from the beach

7.7

Very good

125 Kinlochbervie B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Portnancon

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20.5km from center

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23.7km from the beach

8.1

Very good

Eco Crofters Wagon by the Beach

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

Portnancon

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21.8km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Loch Eriboll Lightho...• 2.5km

Transport

DOC• 79.5km
Post Office• 9.2km
Kinbrace• 50.1km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

The Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns for swimming is very positive.

Is the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with rocks and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ard Neakie Lime Kilns.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

There are 1 places to stay in the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Ard Neakie Lime Kilns include:

125 Kinlochbervie B&B

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

Eco Crofters Wagon by the Beach

How far is the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns from parking?

The Ard Neakie Lime Kilns has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

There are 1 attractions near Ard Neakie Lime Kilns that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Loch Eriboll Lighthouse located in 2.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Ard Neakie Lime Kilns?

The month with the highest temperature in Ard Neakie Lime Kilns is August. Its average value reaches 15°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 14°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ard Neakie Lime Kilns (Highland) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Ard Neakie Lime Kilns (Highland) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Ard Neakie Lime Kilns for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.