It is set in a stunning location overloking Glenelg Bay and the Isle of Skye, just outside the village of Glenelg in Wester Ross. The property is privately owned and offers superior accommodation in one of the most picturesque settings in the Western Highlands.
Glenelg has a good village shop and post office for essentials, and the pub, the famous Glenelg Inn, serves delicious local produce. An Gearasdan sits with commanding views of the Sound of Sleat and is adjacent to the ruined Hanoverian 'red-coat' army barracks dating back to the early 1700s.
An Gearsdan is large enough to accommodate 2 families or a large groups of friends and can comfortably sleep up to 10 people. It is fitted with contemporary furnishings and has a fresh decor. Downstairs accommodation comprises of a large cloakroom, utility room, WC and shower room.
Four double bedrooms, and separare TV lounge (Sky television) with ample seating including a double sofa bed. There is a further family WC with large shower plus an en suite bathroom off the master bedroom. Upstairs is brigh and open-plan with fully equipped kitchen.
There is a well stocked library of interesting books and family games and a dining table to seat 10. Outside to the rear is a picnic table and a well stocked log shed. To the front is a large wooden veranda, an ideal spot to sit and watch the sea. There is also a large storage cupboard under the outside stairs.
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Welcome to the National Trust for Scotland Holiday Accommodation - 25th May 2012
Cottages
The National Trust for Scotand has a wonderful collection of cottages to choose from. Cottages full of character and traditional charm with many original features, cottages with stunning views and gardens. For a full list of all our cottages, please see the properties listed below.
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An Gearasdan (The Barracks), An Gearasdan, Glenelg, near Kyle of Lochalsh
- Dates Available
- None
- Highlands, Western Isles & Northern Isles
- 8
- 4
- Dogs allowed
An Gearasdan (The Barracks) is an architecturally award winning house - in 2008 it won the RIAS award for 'New Life for an Old Building'.
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Craggan Cottage, Balmacara Estate
- Dates Available
Very Good- Highlands, Western Isles & Northern Isles
- 4
- 2
- Dogs allowed
A traditional property situated in the small village of Glaick on the north shore of Loch Alsh, this most attractive cottage has outstanding coastal views and stands in its own secluded garden. The garden leads down to a stony beach. The property is furnished with high quality period pieces in keeping with the character of the cottage.
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Accommodation details:
Sitting room, large kitchen with dining table and bathroom with bath and shower on the ground floor. One double and one twin bedroom on the first floor.
Services : oli-fired central heating, multi-fuel stove in sitting room, water heated by immersion.
Additional information:
Parking is available immediately outside the cottage, which is accessed by a narrow track. It is very difficult to turn vehicles outside the cottage, so some reversing is usually required and this needs to be done with great care. Alternative parking is available at the start of the track, about 50 metres from the cottage. Public transport accessible.
Craggan Cottage is only available for full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) throughout the year.
Guests who are interested in booking a larger family/group stay at Balmacara, will be pleased to hear that additional accommodation is available at Ferry Cottage. This single-storey cottage, which was once the waiting room for ferry passengers travelling by steamer and sailing boat to and from Balmacara, offers comfortable accommodation for 4 guests with the added bonus of magnificent coastal views.
About the property:
A crofting estate of 2,550 hectares (6,300 acres) with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross, Balmacara includes the village of Plockton, an Outstanding Conservation Area. Visitors can discover more about this area at the interpretation centre at Balmacara Square.
From here easy access is now possible by road bridge to the Isle of Skye.
About the area:
Lochalsh House Policies offer quiet sheltered walks by the lochside among mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches.
Both cottages are approximately 1 mile from Balmacara village where visitors will be able to obtain basic supplies. In Kyle, approximately 3 miles away, a wider variety of shops can be found: butchers, chemist, banks, supermarket, eating out places, etc.
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Sitting room, large kitchen with dining table and bathroom with bath and shower on the ground floor. One double and one twin bedroom on the first floor.
Services : oli-fired central heating, multi-fuel stove in sitting room, water heated by immersion.
Additional information:
Parking is available immediately outside the cottage, which is accessed by a narrow track. It is very difficult to turn vehicles outside the cottage, so some reversing is usually required and this needs to be done with great care. Alternative parking is available at the start of the track, about 50 metres from the cottage. Public transport accessible.
Craggan Cottage is only available for full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) throughout the year.
Guests who are interested in booking a larger family/group stay at Balmacara, will be pleased to hear that additional accommodation is available at Ferry Cottage. This single-storey cottage, which was once the waiting room for ferry passengers travelling by steamer and sailing boat to and from Balmacara, offers comfortable accommodation for 4 guests with the added bonus of magnificent coastal views.
About the property:
A crofting estate of 2,550 hectares (6,300 acres) with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross, Balmacara includes the village of Plockton, an Outstanding Conservation Area. Visitors can discover more about this area at the interpretation centre at Balmacara Square.
From here easy access is now possible by road bridge to the Isle of Skye.
About the area:
Lochalsh House Policies offer quiet sheltered walks by the lochside among mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches.
Both cottages are approximately 1 mile from Balmacara village where visitors will be able to obtain basic supplies. In Kyle, approximately 3 miles away, a wider variety of shops can be found: butchers, chemist, banks, supermarket, eating out places, etc.
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Ferry Cottage, Balmacara Estate
- Dates Available
- Very Good
- Highlands, Western Isles & Northern Isles
- 4
- 2
- Dogs allowed
This single-storey cottage, which was once the waiting room for ferry passengers travelling by steamer and sailing boat to and from Balmacara, is in the small village of Glaick, delightfully situated on a narrow country lane looking on to the north shore of Loch Alsh. Ferry Cottage offers high quality accommodation with the added bonus of magnificent coastal views from the double bedroom and sitting room. The historical character of the cottage has been safeguarded in the preservation of the original wall lamps and distinctive doors. Although the cottage does not have a private garden, guests have full access to the many lovely areas within Lochalsh woodland throughout their stay.
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Accommodation details:
One twin and one double bedroom, farmhouse style kitchen/sitting room and bathroom with bath and shower. Services: night storage heaters, open fire, water heated by immersion.
Additional information: The cottage is all on one level and is suitable for the less mobile.
Parking is available beside the cottage. Public transport accessible.
This accommodation is only available for full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) throughout the year.
Guests interested in booking a larger family/group stay at Balmacara will be pleased to know that additional accommodation is available at Craggan Cottage. This most attractive 4-person cottage has outstanding coastal views and stands in its own secluded garden. The garden leads down to a stony beach.
About the property:
Both cottages are approximately 1 mile from Balmacara village where visitors will be able to obtain basic supplies. In Kyle, approximately 3 miles away, a wider variety of shops can be found: butcher, chemist, banks, supermarket, eating out places, etc.
About the area:
A crofting estate of 2,550 hectares (6,300 acres) with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross, Balmacara includes the village of Plockton, an Outstanding Conservation Area. Visitors can discover more about this area at the interpretation centre at Balmacara Square. From here easy access to the Isle of Skye is now possible by road bridge.
Lochalsh House Policies offer quiet sheltered walks by the lochside among mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches.
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One twin and one double bedroom, farmhouse style kitchen/sitting room and bathroom with bath and shower. Services: night storage heaters, open fire, water heated by immersion.
Additional information: The cottage is all on one level and is suitable for the less mobile.
Parking is available beside the cottage. Public transport accessible.
This accommodation is only available for full weeks (Saturday to Saturday) throughout the year.
Guests interested in booking a larger family/group stay at Balmacara will be pleased to know that additional accommodation is available at Craggan Cottage. This most attractive 4-person cottage has outstanding coastal views and stands in its own secluded garden. The garden leads down to a stony beach.
About the property:
Both cottages are approximately 1 mile from Balmacara village where visitors will be able to obtain basic supplies. In Kyle, approximately 3 miles away, a wider variety of shops can be found: butcher, chemist, banks, supermarket, eating out places, etc.
About the area:
A crofting estate of 2,550 hectares (6,300 acres) with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross, Balmacara includes the village of Plockton, an Outstanding Conservation Area. Visitors can discover more about this area at the interpretation centre at Balmacara Square. From here easy access to the Isle of Skye is now possible by road bridge.
Lochalsh House Policies offer quiet sheltered walks by the lochside among mature Scots pine, oaks and beeches.
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