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A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.

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Interieur
Vlak bij het strand
Interieur
3 slaapkamers, een strijkplank/strijkijzer, reisbedje, gratis wifi
Exterieur

Beoordelingen

9,8 op 10 –
Uitzonderlijk

Gehele woning

3 slaapkamers2 badkamersMax. aantal: 6111 m²

Populaire voorzieningen

  • Huisdiervriendelijk
  • Gratis wifi
  • Parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar
  • Wasmachine
  • Open haard
  • Keuken

Over deze accommodatie

Een plek voor jezelf

Je hebt de gehele woning helemaal voor jezelf en hoeft dus alleen met je reisgezelschap te delen.

A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.

Set on the shores of Loch Duich, this delightful cottage is one of two, hundred-year-old, forester's cottages and plus a cabin standing in isolation and accessed by a single track road four miles from the A87. Enjoying a high degree of privacy, Saraig offers the best of both worlds basking in peace and quiet yards away from the water's edge, yet is only 25 minutes from the Kyle of Lochalsh which has a supermarket, medical centre, swimming pool and train station.

Within easy driving distance are a couple of restaurants, a welcoming bar, cafés and Kintail Crafts, which apart from being a craft shop, is well stocked with groceries.

Surrounded by mountain and loch, the ever-changing views from this cottage are truly spectacular making it a perfect retreat for those who want to get away from it all. On a clear night, the milky way is visible and in the distance, far enough away not to cause light pollution, the illuminated Eilean Donan Castle shimmers in the dark.

Saraig is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. It's wildlife-orientated gardens host a huge array of birds, including housemartins and swallows who revisit their nests in the eaves year after year. We supply birdfood and peanuts for all the birds and occasionally fatballs. There are pine martens and badgers, who regularly visit the back garden and are a delight to see. Peanuts are supplied for them. The pine martens also like peanut butter. Their food has to be put on the windowledge the other side of the kitchen table otherwise the badgers eat it all. Any contributions in the form of fatballs and peanut butter sandwiches are gratefully received. Seals, porpoises and otters are sometimes spotted from the lounge window along with a variety of seabirds, herons, divers and waders. Loch Duich is a sea loch and permission to fish it is not needed.

With 22 Munros in the area and miles of coastline, Saraig is perfect for hillwalking and rambling. It is also ideal for cycling, sailing, and touring. Whatever your passion, returning to this warm, welcoming, homely cottage is the perfect end to a perfect day.

There is so much to see and do in the area a week is hardly long enough. Within easy reach is Eilean Donan Castle, the iron age brochs of Glenelg, Attadale and Armadale gardens, the dramatic Falls of Glomach, plus boat trips galore including a glass-bottomed boat trip in Kyle of Lochalsh and Calum's seal trips in Plockton. At certain times of the year there are also whalewatching trips. There is a wide variety of walks from the challenging Five Sisters of Kintail and Saddle to a gentle stroll along the shores of Loch Duich right outside the front gate. Wander through deserted glens, alongside bubbling burns, through dense forest, past cascading waterfalls (numerous after heavy rainfall). The township road Saraig stands on is a very quiet, single track lane which gradually peters out. The walk along the lochside is wonderful, with stunning views, lapping waves and the chance of spotting otters and seals. Herons frequent the area and from time to time eagles, deer and dolphins can be seen.

The interior of this cottage is charming with a log burning stove at its heart. This spacious yet cosy cottage sleeps 6 people over 3 bedrooms - 2 king and 1 twin, two bathrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen and pantry. The beds are wonderfully comfortable with good quality bedding. All bedrooms enjoy views of the loch.

All in all if you want a relaxing, tranquil holiday then Saraig is ideal for your needs; if you want a holiday packed full of outdoor activities then Saraig is perfect for the job; if you want to visit castles, historic sites, gardens, and tour much of the northwest highlands and islands, then Saraig is the base for you. Finally, if you love wildlife and nature, then Saraig is perfect.

One last note - it is possible to get married anywhere in Scotland including on the beach, and this is precisely what two of Saraig's guests did. With a piper piping the bride from the cottage, it was a fairytale wedding as the sound of the bagpipes echoed around the mountains. The bride herself described it as magical.

Accommodatiebeheerder

Paula Reynolds

Gesproken talen

Engels

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Accommodatie-voorzieningen

Strand

  • Strand in de buurt

Internet

  • Beschikbaar in de cottage: gratie wifi

Parkeren en vervoer

  • Auto aanbevolen
  • Parkeerplekken ter plaatse

Keuken

  • Afwasmachine
  • Blender
  • Broodrooster
  • Elektrische waterkoker
  • Koelkast
  • Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
  • Kookgerei, borden en bestek
  • Kookplaat
  • Magnetron
  • Oven

Eetopties

  • Eettafel

Slaapkamers

  • 3 slaapkamers
  • Beddengoed inbegrepen

Badkamer

  • 2 badkamers
  • Bad of douche
  • Douche
  • Haardroger
  • Handdoeken inbegrepen
  • Toiletpapier
  • Zeep

Woonruimtes

  • Apart eetgedeelte
  • Eettafel
  • Houtkachel
  • Open haard
  • Woonkamer

Entertainment

  • Boeken
  • Dvd-speler
  • Spellen
  • Stereo-installatie
  • Tv met kabel-/satellietzenders

Buiten

  • Tuin
  • Tuinmeubels

Wasvoorzieningen

  • Wasmachine
  • Wasserette

Comfort

  • Verwarming

Huisdieren

  • Huisdiervriendelijk
  • Alleen honden zijn welkom
  • 3 huisdieren in totaal

Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen

  • Rookvrije accommodatie

Diensten en faciliteiten

  • Strijkijzer/strijkplank
  • Telefoon

Uitgelichte locatiekenmerken

  • Aan een meer
  • Aan het water
  • Dicht bij de baai
  • Dicht bij de zee
  • Dicht bij een ziekenhuis
  • In de bergen
  • Op het platteland

Dingen om te doen

  • Bergbeklimmen in de buurt
  • Ecotours in de buurt
  • Jagen in de buurt
  • Motorbootverhuur in de buurt
  • Mountainbiken in de buurt
  • Natuurwandelingen in de buurt
  • Paardrijden in de buurt
  • Vismogelijkheid in de buurt
  • Vogelspotten in de buurt
  • Walvissen spotten in de buurt
  • Wandel-/fietsroutes in de buurt
  • Zeilen in de buurt
  • Zwemmogelijkheid in de buurt

Veiligheidsvoorzieningen

  • Koolmonoxidemelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
  • Rookmelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
  • Brandblusser
  • Veiligheidsslot

Algemeen

  • Tuin
  • Unitgrootte: 111 vierkante meter

Vergelijkbare accommodaties

Beleid

Inchecken

Inchecken vanaf 16.00 uur
In- en uitchecken zonder direct persoonlijk contact
Minimale leeftijd om in te checken: 20

Uitchecken

Uitchecken voor 10.00 uur
Contactloos uitchecken

Speciale incheckinstructies

Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies voor het in- en uitchecken

Huisdieren

Huisdieren toegestaan
Assistentiedieren zijn welkom en er wordt geen toeslag voor aangerekend
Alleen honden zijn welkom
3 in totaal
Beperkingen van toepassing. Neem voor meer informatie contact op met de accommodatie via het telefoonnummer in de boekingsbevestiging.
Opmerking van de eigenaar: Please don't allow them on beds or seats

Kinderen en extra bedden

Kinderen zijn van harte welkom.

Belangrijke informatie

Algemene info

Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een particuliere eigenaar (een partij die niet handelt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep). De consumentenwetgeving van de EU, met inbegrip van het herroepingsrecht, is niet van toepassing op je boeking. Je boeking wordt wel gedekt door het annuleringsbeleid van de particuliere eigenaar.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag in rekening worden gebracht.
Bij het inchecken dien je mogelijk een erkend identiteitsbewijs met foto en een creditcard, pinpas of borgsom in contanten te verstrekken voor incidentele kosten.
Speciale verzoeken worden onder voorbehoud van beschikbaarheid bij het inchecken ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten in rekening worden gebracht. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorzieningen: een brandblusser en een veiligheidsslot
Onze partner, Vrbo, beheert deze accommodatie. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.

Overige info

Het wordt aanbevolen om per auto van en naar deze accommodatie te reizen.

Over deze buurt

Kaart
Kyle, SCT

In de buurt

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 19 min. rijden - 18.4 km
  • Loch Carron - 26 min. rijden - 34.2 km
  • Skye Bridge - 30 min. rijden - 36.9 km
  • Plockton Harbour - 31 min. rijden - 38.8 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 58 min. rijden - 65.3 km

Lokaal vervoer

  • Station Strathcarron - 27 min. rijden
  • Inverness (INV) - 110 min. rijden

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬12 min. rijden
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬12 min. rijden
  • ‪Shielshop & FiveSisters Restaurant - ‬3 min. rijden
  • ‪Manuela's Wee Bakery - ‬12 min. rijden
  • ‪Chocolates of Glenshiel - ‬3 min. rijden

Veelgestelde vragen

Zijn huisdieren welkom bij A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.?

Ja, bij deze accommodatie zijn honden toegestaan (maximaal 3 in totaal).

Hoe laat kan ik inchecken bij A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.?

Je kunt vanaf 16.00 uur inchecken.

Tot hoe laat kan ik bij A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly. uitchecken?

Je dient uiterlijk om 10.00 uur uit te checken.

Waar ligt A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.?

Deze cottage ligt aan het water, op 1,8 km van Glen Shiel en binnen 15 km afstand van Five Sisters of Kintail en Eilean Donan Castle. Ook Bright Water Visitor Centre en Caisteal Maol liggen binnen 32 km afstand.

Beoordelingen over A tranquil, wildlife haven with stunning loch and mountain views - pet friendly.

Beoordelingen

9,8

Uitzonderlijk

Gastenscore: 10 - Uitstekend. 98 van 106 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 8 - Goed. 5 van 106 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 6 - Redelijk. 2 van 106 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 4 - Matig. 1 van 106 beoordelingen
Gastenscore: 2 - Ontzettend slecht. 0 van 106 beoordelingen

9,6/10

Netheid

10/10

Voorzieningen

8,0/10

Staat van de accommodatie en faciliteiten

Beoordelingen

10/10

Wauw, this is an amazing property with atmospheric home furnishings, beautiful paintings, cosy bedrooms with stunning views (Every morning was a new surprise how Loch Duich was showing itself through the bedroom window!) and the property is very quiet and beautiful situated! When we arrived all was decently and perfectly cleaned. From the house you can see all kinds of wildlife, we saw pine martens and many different birds and woodpeckers every day! A perfect start for day trips. We went to Skye by ferry (a valuable experience), made beautiful walks through the hills, we were lucky to see purpoises, many seals and deer. Also a trip to Loch Ness and Inverness is to do well. We will certainly book this property again.
7 nachten verbleven in augustus 2018

10/10

Paula and Rob were the perfect hosts ensuring our stay was as comfortable as possible. The cottage is essentially in two sections, each with its own bathroom & meeting in the kitchen which allows plenty of space for everyone. It was very clean & peaceful with the sound of the birds & loch heard when the windows were open. We were so lucky with the weather, perfect sunshine and clear blue skies for 2 weeks (we have never experienced this in Scotland before!) so we could explore the area from the Brochs in Glenelg to Dunvegan Castle on Skye. Sandaig bay was stunning with white sands and turquoise sea, and from the top of Sgurr an Airgid we could see the Cuillins and 360 clear views of the mountain tops. This is a wonderful place to stay for a fabulous holiday, I would certainly recommend it.
The cottage from the beach
The back garden
The view to the Five Sisters from the cottage beach
14 nachten verbleven in mei 2025

10/10

Great location for excursions to different parts of the Highlands.Great view over the loch to magnificent mountains.
14 nachten verbleven in april 2025

10/10

Very comfortable house with everything we needed and wildlife in the garden and the loch. Owners were super friendly
7 nachten verbleven in april 2025

8/10

Nice holiday in this older style property on the loch shore. Easy access to hillwalking and only a short drive to beautiful Plockton and across to Skye. Parking was easy right at the front door.
7 nachten verbleven in februari 2025

10/10

Lovely stay over christmas and new year. Great location and plenty of quiet walks with our dog.Hosts went above and beyond even putting up a christmas tree for our stay and providing welcome gifts. Great places to visit nearby and lovely walks with great views we would highly recommend anyone to visit .
14 nachten verbleven in december 2024

10/10

A truly wonderful getaway with great hosts and such stunningly beautiful surroundings, a real tonic to the stresses of everyday life.
7 nachten verbleven in november 2024

10/10

If Carlsberg did Holiday lets this would be it. Simply wonderful.
7 nachten verbleven in oktober 2024

8/10

We were absolutely delighted when we arrived at the cottage. It delivered on wildlife and peace and quiet. The views were absolutely beautiful; we had a great week .
7 nachten verbleven in september 2024

10/10

11 nachten verbleven in augustus 2024

10/10

unser Urlaub in Saraig 3 war wunderschön. Das Haus liegt sehr ruhig am Loch Duich. Phänomenaler Ausblick auf das Loch. Viele Vögel und ein Marder kamen jeden Tag ans Haus zum fressen. Paula hat das Haus im passenden Stil eingerichtet. Das Haus ist groß und war sehr sauber. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt, wären auch gerne noch länger geblieben. Im Vorfeld hat uns Paula auch mit sehr guten Informationen zum Haus und der Umgebung versorgt. Schade das wir Paula nicht persönlich kennen lernen konnten. Auf diesem Weg noch einmal Vielen Lieben Dank an Paula für einen wunderschönen Urlaub und die Begrüßunggeschenke.
7 nachten verbleven in juli 2024

10/10

A superb week exploring the local area and Skye. What made it was the huge array of wildlife on our doorstep and back garden! Porpoises and Sea Otters in the Loch, all manner of shore wading birds, plus loads of garden birds. The best bit is definitely the Pine Martens and Badgers who visit every evening! And keep an eye out for the gorgeous bats who pay a visit too. The house is absolutely perfect, everything you can possibly need, plus a wee bottle of Whisky to enjoy. 10/10 for us, thank you for everything Paula!
7 nachten verbleven in juli 2024

10/10

This cottage is in a stunning located, surrounded by mountains and next to a sea Loch. Only stayed for a week but I wish it had been for longer. Brilliant place for wildlife, seeing Pine marten, badgers, bats, porpoise and seal and many birds. The cottage was very clean, cosy and spacious with plenty of windows for natural lighting. Paula, the owner was such a lovely person and made sure we had everything we needed. I will be returning next year.
7 nachten verbleven in juni 2024

10/10

The cottage has everything you need and the views with are stunning! The evening arrival of a Pine Marten and a badger added to its magic and there are so many garden birds to watch from the kitchen window. The cottage is placed so that you can access a great latte at Chocolates of Glenshiel or drive to Glenelg and experience a great pub but it is quiet and remote. We enjoyed plenty of walking despite mixed weather and loved discovering the beauty of 'the Ring of Bright Water' Sandaig. Paula and her husband were responsive and helpful hosts even when the heating failed (one of those things that happens to us all!) They were great!
14 nachten verbleven in juni 2024

8/10

Spacious cottage with everything you need. Bedrooms spread apart which we liked. Small garden to the back which is enclosed but does have steps. Also steps up to the main entrance. Cottage was warm and inviting but a little tired in decoration. It overlooks a loch so fabulous location about a 30 minute drive from the Skye bridge. Owner good communicator and helpful.
7 nachten verbleven in juni 2024

10/10

Ein wunderschönes Cottage in unbeschreiblich schöner Umgebung! Die Vermieter: Paula und Rob wohnen direkt hinter dem Haus, sie sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit! Wir kommen bestimmt wieder !
16 nachten verbleven in mei 2024

10/10

Saraig is a hidden gem, in a lovely quiet part of the Highlands. The loch views are beyond description. Highly recommend a loch swim if you’re feeling brave (and have a wetsuit!). The house itself is full of character and with every possible home comfort. Plenty of places to visit nearby, easy to get to local amenities, restaurants etc. Top tip: if you can afford to buy a trail camera (around £50), you will capture some amazing footage of the pine martens and badgers in the garden at night! Thank you to our hosts, who were so welcoming and helpful. Can’t wait to come back!
7 nachten verbleven in mei 2024

10/10

We had the best week in Scotland and will definitely return. The location of the property is fabulous. The scenery and wildlife were amazing. The Pine Martens came every night for the jam butties and eggs we put out for them. We even saw a Golden Eagle flying overhead. Walk down the path towards the Castle and there are seals on the rocks. Paula could not have been more helpful and accommodating. Sorry we could only stay for a week .
7 nachten verbleven in april 2024

10/10

Absolut entspannend in einer traumhaften Umgebung! Das Haus war liebevoll und mit allem ausgestattet was das Urlauberherz begehrt! Der Kontakt mit der Vermieterin war unkompliziert und herzlich. Es war unser erster Urlaub in Schottland, aber definitiv nicht unser letzter! Danke an Paula und Rob für wundervolle Tage am Loch Duich!
7 nachten verbleven in maart 2024

10/10

Came here in 2019 & fell in love with the place, inside & out. Nothing has changed , still the beautiful place to forget all your worries & chill. Truely stunning scenery outside your door, which you would never tire of. Thank you Paula for letting us stay again in your beautiful place. Loved the open fire, the birds in the garden & the ease of it all ; I’m sure we will be back !
7 nachten verbleven in februari 2024

10/10

The property is lovely. A comfortable and spacious 3 bed semi detached chalet bungalow in a superb position directly overlooking Loch Duich and the surrounding mountains. Generous parking for two cars on the driveway. The direct views of the loch and mountains from the frontage (and particularly the main bedroom at first floor) are genuinely exceptional. We visited over Christmas and the central heating is very good complimented by an open fire in the living room. The kitchen and bathroom fittings are somewhat dated but this doesn't detract from the property as it has all required for a very comfortable stay. The property is approached from a single track road which runs along the waterside for a couple of miles but this is easy to navigate, surfaced and gritted and so did not cause any access problems for us in Winter. The property is set directly fronting this small access road and a few feet from the lochside and a small stoney beach. Whilst set apart from several other houses on this road it is a great balance of getting away from it all without feeling very isolated. Good access to Skye and surrounding mainland attractions. The owner is very friendly, kind and efficient and seemed to genuinely care about our stay. A week in this property for our family of six didn't disappoint, was good value and it lived up to and in several areas exceeded our expectations. The description is accurate. Thank you Paula.
7 nachten verbleven in december 2023

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay here. Nice and cozy. Perfect for us and the dogs. So great to have Pine Martins, a Badger and a vast array of birds outside the kitchen window. My eldest son loved sitting out the front on the bench next to the Loch gazing at the stars. Great stay.
7 nachten verbleven in december 2023

10/10

A perfect place for a few days of peace, wildlife and ever changing loch views. The cottage was very spacious, warm and comfortable and we enjoyed the special welcoming touches provided by the owners. A great location for walks and drives in the surrounding spectacular scenery.
7 nachten verbleven in oktober 2023

10/10

What a wonderful place! From the most fabulous setting and views, to the peaceful & cosy cottage. We had such a lovely stay after settling in with a very thoughtful welcome package and visits from our inquisitive neighbours the badgers, pine martens & birds. Countless lovely places to visit nearby & further afield on Skye. Great local walks including along the loch to the broch & woodland walks at Balmacara. We can recommend the Dornie Inn (& the Clachan in Summer) for good food locally. Thank you to Paula & Rob for a wonderfully relaxing stay. We hope to stay again.
7 nachten verbleven in november 2023

10/10

We had the most wonderful time at Saraig. Within an hour of our arrival we had a pinemarten on the kitchen window sill and two badgers outside the back door. The views over the loch were stunning and the cottage was warm and very well equipped. The beds were amazingly comfortable and the furniture so in keeping with a highland cottage. We will definitely return
7 nachten verbleven in oktober 2023