Taigh Na Carr

4.9★

Outstanding

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Mr Gibson
August 2023

“Taigh Na Carr is a stunning modern house in a beautiful location.”

It was a perfect base for us to explore the peninsula south of Loch Alsh and only a 40 minute drive from the Skye bridge. The road through Letterfearn terminates in a lovely walk around a wee bay full of seals which gives you a view of Eilean Donan Castle that most tourists don't get. Carry on and you will discover a ruined broch and a tough hill climb which rewards you with beautiful views up Loch Alsh all the way to the bridge. In this part of the world, you can always be unlucky with the ...

It was a perfect base for us to explore the peninsula south of Loch Alsh and only a 40 minute drive from the Skye bridge. The road through Letterfearn terminates in a lovely walk around a wee bay full of seals which gives you a view of Eilean Donan Castle that most tourists don't get. Carry on and you will discover a ruined broch and a tough hill climb which rewards you with beautiful views up Loch Alsh all the way to the bridge. In this part of the world, you can always be unlucky with the weather (we were for most of the week we were there) but if you remember "there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing" you should be fine. And when it was really chucking it down, Taigh Na Carr was a well-appointed, relaxing base with all the creature comforts including a cracking fireplace with plenty of wood in the shed. The WiFi in the house is really not good and the TV is small so if you like to watch a movie at night, take your own film and playing device. The best thing we did was to organise a boat trip via Seaprobe Atlantis that picked us up on the salmon farm jetty 300 yards down the road and took us all the way to the Applecross Inn for dinner and back. Highly recommended (but not cheap!).

- Mr Gibson, August 2023
Mrs Robinson July 2023

“This is a superb property in an idyllic location.”

We had the most wonderful week and in the main this was due to the tranquil and comfortable accommodation. We would highly recommend this property to anyone wishing to visit the area.

- Mrs Robinson, July 2023
Mr Wolin July 2023

“Although the house is beautiful, the customer service and lack of responsiveness was horrible.”

The wifi was not working and we reached out numerous times to the numbers provided and to sykes and no one responded. We needed to do some work from the cottage and that was made impossible. It was very frustrating.

- Mr Wolin, July 2023
Mr Metcalf April 2023

“This is a great property in fantastic location.”

Had a lovely time and would completely recommend!

- Mr Metcalf, April 2023
Mrs Calder November 2022

“An outstanding property in a breath taking location.”

If you need some down time there is no better place to take it. A legacy LHH property but I have to say that the service we received from Skye’s was excellent. Eileen, Glasgoe

- Mrs Calder, November 2022
Henderson August 2022

“Excellent! The wildlife was an unexpected bonus too - three badgers and (maybe) 4 pine martens……”

- Henderson, August 2022
Mrs Holbrook July 2022

“We had a wonderful week at Taigh na Carr.”

The house is amazing in an incredible setting. It is hard to find high quality pet-free places to stay in the UK at times and also very hard to find places that suit our modern/minimalist taste - we loved the design, fixtures and fittings in this house and it meant we didn’t go very far all week! This side of Loch Duich is a place we haven’t explored before and we would love to come back - in fact we would have re-booked straight away for next year if we could, but sadly it looks unavailable for the foreseeable future. Our young son loved the resident pine martens and badgers and all the other local wildlife. Walks along the loch were lovely and quiet. We were blessed with unbroken warm sunny weather at the start of our stay and it did make the house unbearably hot (due to all the glazing running along the roof, even with all the skylights open). This would be our only negative point.

- Mrs Holbrook, July 2022
Lindsay Mitchell Oct 2021

“Lovely house in great location - although internal drainage was odd.”

There was two of us staying although room for four and obviously we had paid the full amount. There as no chance of any unexpected guests though as only towels for each person with none extra for kitchen or downstairs shower room - this seemed rather mean and unnecessary.

- Lindsay Mitchell, Oct 2021
Jos Forester-Melville Nov 2020

“Our holiday at Taigh na Carr was exceptional from booking to leaving.”

Communication with the LHH team was tremendous during pandemic circumstances when everything was up in the air. They dealt with the swift transition of an Easter break, which became and impossibility due to national lockdown, to an autumnal break which brought with it rainbows and waterfalls in abundance! The cottage was pristine clean and cosy. Modern in every respect from the comfortable sofa and toasty log burner to the clean cut kitchen, cupboards and work surfaces. If you like architecture and attention to detail, Taigh na Carr has it all. The week was largely rainy but this didn't detract from the fact that from every angle, the view was breathtaking. From opening the curtains in the morning and viewing the golden eagle up the hill, to closing the shutters in the evening and not wanting to miss a moment of the pine marten and badger, we loved our time here. We needed to check up with the owners and the housekeeper on a couple of occasions and they were more than helpful. Really lovely people. We will definitely be returning to this wonderful holiday home with the best view ever. We're really grateful to LHH for keeping things ticking over so well for those holidaying in the Highlands. It has been a challenging year for travellers and businesses alike, and we'd like to point out that we have had nothing but great experiences with LHH over the ten years or more that we've been holidaying with them. Thank you for your support in negotiating dates with the owners to ensure we still had our holiday. You did your very best for us. We know it's been a tricky time for small businesses and especially those in the travel industry, but we'll stick by you always as no other company comes close. We hope others enjoy Taigh na Carr as much as our family did.

- Jos Forester-Melville, Nov 2020
Kevin Munro Sep 2020

“A lovely new modern light and airy property.”

An important part of us choosing a holiday home is the view and this was obscured by the trees in front of the house. The many creatures visiting the decking was a definite highlight. Love this area although the weather was not kind to us.

- Kevin Munro, Sep 2020

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size bedroom with en-suite with oval bath, basin and WC, 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen/diner and sitting area
Air source underfloor heating with solar heated stairwell and woodburning stove
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, drying room, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetiere
Smart TV, WiFi, local interest books, novels
Fuel, power, and a starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available on request
Non-enclosed garden with decking area and off-road parking for 1 car
Shop 12.3 miles, pub 5.2 miles
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Note: Smart TV but no reception so please bring downloaded films
Note: No shoes in this property, so Please bring indoor shoes/slippers
Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot
Note: Non-enclosed garden, please supervise children at all times
Note: The bed in bedroom 2 is a king-size zip-link as standard, if you require this to be a twin, please contact us to advise
Note:There is no welcome pack as this would be unreasonable for the housekeeper to arrange due to time and distances, so please do a comprehensive food shop on your way up.

The property

Taigh na Carr nestles at the bottom of a hill on the south shore of Loch Duich in the North West Highlands, one of the most dramatic and stunningly beautiful mountainous areas of Scotland. The startling beauty of the area is reflected and matched in the creation of this architecturally fascinating house. Hugely spacious, light and airy, built mainly with glass, wood and local stone, the house offers fantastic views across the loch, with the Five Sisters of Kintail mountains just beyond - tempting you to explore. During your stay you may be lucky enough to spot the resident Letterfearn otters or porpoises from the bay just across the lane. Golden and White Tailed sea eagles soar overhead and deer graze the hillside behind. However, you may very well be enthralled by the visitors to the deck - a badger and a pine marten. Turn out the lights after dusk and leave out a small plate of chopped apples and a mixture of nuts/honey or peanut butter, keep a low profile inside and you may very well find yourself up close and personal to either of these beautiful creatures! We hope the images speak for themselves, but Taigh na Carr is a truly breathtaking house and location. For hill walkers, runners, kayakers, wild swimmers it couldn't be better. Mountains can be accessed almost from the house, the loch is immediately below the house and the quiet single track road along the lochside is a joggers dream. Return to the house and immediately inside you have the huge double shower room or alternatively luxuriate in the large oval bath in the king en suite room. This is an eco house in many aspects but in particular the heating arrangement. An air source heat pump powers the underfloor heating but the clever arrangement of a solar heated stairwell and sliding internal windows circulates the warm air from below up to the upper floor. Solar gain glass and substantial air sealed doors ensure comfort year round. Eco cleaning products are used throughout the house. Clean lines and eco living characterise Taigh na Carr. The top-lit dining/kitchen areas sit below a mezzanine floor which accommodates 2 spacious en suite bedrooms, one king size bedroom and one superking/twin bedroom. The ground floor is large and glassed on 3 sides allowing maximum light throughout the day and year and offers views to the iconic Eilean Donan Castle in the distance. This is a truly special house in a truly special location, which, if you do not already know, is second to none for Highland magnificence.

EPC Rating: Band B

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

GLENELG

Shiel Bridge 9 miles; Skye 46.2 miles; Uig 68.9 miles; Broadford 29.2 miles.

Just ten miles from the main route to the Isle of Skye, the small coastal village of Glenelg lies on the shores of the Sound of Sleat, surrounded by scenery deemed magnificent even by West Highland standards. The glen has preserved its unspoilt beauty and sense of isolation, yet remains within easy reach of the more well-known centres of attraction in the area. Overlooking the Isle of Skye, it is situated on the route once used by drovers from Skye to get their cattle to the mainland, crossing over the narrow Kyle Rhea straits. A couple of miles from the village on the Arnisdale road you will find Sandaig bay, named "Camusfearna" by Gavin Maxwell in his novel Ring of Bright Water, and where there is a cairn for his beloved otter Edal. Glenelg also has the best preserved Pictish Brochs on mainland Scotland. The ruins of Bernera Barracks, an 18th Century garrison for English government troops, still stand next to the village.

Note: The bed in bedroom 2 is a king-size zip-link as standard, if you require this to be a twin, please contact us to advise. Note: No shoes in this property, so Please bring indoor shoes/slippers. Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot. Note: Non-enclosed garden, please supervise children at all times. Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental. Note: There is no welcome pack as this would be unreasonable for the housekeeper to arrange due to time and distances, so please do a comprehensive food shop on your way up.

Letterfearn, Fort William, Isle of Skye & The Western Isles (Ref. 1110814)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Taigh Na Carr is a stunning modern house in a beautiful location.”

“This is a superb property in an idyllic location.”

“Although the house is beautiful, the customer service and lack of responsiveness was horrible.”

“This is a great property in fantastic location.”

“An outstanding property in a breath taking location.”

“Excellent! The wildlife was an unexpected bonus too - three badgers and (maybe) 4 pine martens……”

“We had a wonderful week at Taigh na Carr.”

“Lovely house in great location - although internal drainage was odd.”

“Our holiday at Taigh na Carr was exceptional from booking to leaving.”

“A lovely new modern light and airy property.”

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GLENELG