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Cottage |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Morvich in Glenshiel

from £69 / night

£480–£790 / weekBookable online

This property can be booked securely online within a few minutes. Just click on the ‘Check availability and book’ button.

Short stays welcome

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5 out of 5

16 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Balcony/terrace, car advised, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

Brand new cottage situated amongst beautiful scenery and wildlife. Nestled below most spectacular mountains including Five Sisters of Kintail mountain ridge. Fabulous area for bird watching directly below house. Four miles from the famous Eilean Donan Castle situated in the Village of Dornie. Nine miles from Plockton Village which is famous for its palm trees and Hamish Macbeth tv series. Sixteen miles from the Isle of Skye Bridge which sweeps over Lochalsh and takes you straight onto the Isle of Skye to discover fabulous scenery.

The immediate surrounding area of glenshiel and loch duich is a haven for local wildlife and directly below nia roo is a breeding and nesting area for many varieties of birds such as the white-tailed sea eagle, little grebes, golden ploves and little auks - a birdwatchers dream. A full list of birds that are seen on the marshes is available from the local area page.

In addition to a warm welcome and good, traditional highland hospitality, we will be on hand to assist you with directions, local history, hints and tips about the best places to see local wildlife, and anything else you need to make the most of your trip to the Highlands. We can take you to see our highland cattle to photograph them close up (depending how brave you are) and can also take you close to wild deer where you will get some magnificent photographs at certain times of year. Fishing trips are available on Loch Duich where salmon, trout, sea bass and mackerel are caught in abundance (especially mackerel). Fishing permits for local rivers are available depending on bookings.

At the end of April and may there could be an opportunity for you to bottle feed orphaned lambs if you so wished.all these interests are there if you want - if not, there is no better place to just sit, relax, enjoy breathtaking views and have a wonderful holiday away from it all!< The house is very comfortable and is excellently equipped with all mod cons. Large t.v.. Sun lounge to sit and relax with stunning views.Dining table an chairs. W.M. Tumble dryer, fridge /freezer. dishwasher, microwave, ipod dock/cd, wi fi available.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Nia Roo is furnished to a high standard and has oak flooring throughout lounge, sun room and hallway. There is a very spacious kitchen with an island which provides a large area for food preparation. Both showers are power showers and an extra large bath is situated in bathroom. Two of the bedrooms have kingsize beds.
The DVD player is blueray so if you have your own blueray dvds bring them along.

Further details outdoors:
Nia Roo has a very large gravelled area around house with a raised area for plants. Table and chairs are provided on the patio area for outdoor eating along with a barbeque. The house is not fully fenced so young children would have to be supervised at all times.

Further details

General cottage information
You must be 18 years old or over to make a booking for Nia Roo. Guests should book on a Saturday to Saturday basis, arriving not earlier than 3.00pm, and should vacate property no later than 10 a.m. If you do not arrive before midday on the day after the start date of your holiday and you have not contacted us, your booking will be treated as being cancelled by you.

You and all members of your party agree to keep the cottage clean and tidy, and in a similar condition as you found it upon arrival. We reserve the right to charge for any additional cleaning required on departure if the cottage is not left in an acceptable condition. We also reserve the right to charge for any breakages.

We accept one pet at Nia Roo. If you bring a pet with you, it is not allowed on beds or chairs. Pets should not be left unattended in the cottage and dogs should be kept on a lead within the boundaries of the property. Customers with allergies should be aware that we cannot guarantee that a dog has not stayed in the property nor can we accept any liability for any suffering which may occur as a result of such animals
having been present.

You must allow us, and any representative of ours, to access the cottage at any reasonable time or in the case of an emergency.

Nia Roo is strictly no smoking throughout.

Booking and paying for your cottage
Once you have chosen dates for your stay, please contact us by phone, e-mail or by completing our booking form to check availability. Prices for the cottage are shown on the availability calendar for weeks the cottage is available.

If the cottage is available we will make a provisional booking with you which will be confirmed on receipt of a deposit. Please note that provisional bookings will be held for a maximum of 5 days.

The deposit for booking Nia Roo is £75 and is non-refundable.


On receipt of your deposit an invoice will be issued for the balance, which is due 28 days before your arrival date.If the balance is not paid 28 days before your arrival, we reserve the right to treat your booking as being cancelled by you.

If you are making a booking with an arrival date within the next 28 days, the full amount is due immediately and we will send an invoice via e-mail with the details.

Please note that all booking fees and costs relating to your cottage rental are non-refundable if your booking is cancelled less than 28 days prior to your planned arrival date. Where a booking has been paid for in full and a cancellation is received more than 28 days prior to your planned arrival date, you will receive a refund of the monies paid, less the deposit and an administration charge of £10. It is your responsibility to ensure that any cancellation has been received and it is recommended that you contact us by telephone in the first instance.

We accept most major credit or debit cards through PayPal (you do not require a PayPal account to use this facility) or you can pay by cheque. If you wish to pay by cheque, please let us know when you make your booking.

Conditions

Short term breaks may be available at certain times of year. Please enquire before booking.

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Dining al fresco in April 2013 - photo taken by one of our Guests

 

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Nia Roo with views all around

 

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A stunning view of Loch Duich from hilltop

 

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Lounge - Nia Roo

The Scottish Highlands region

The area is a wonderful area for hill climbing with the famous Five Sisters of Kintail mountain ridge just one of many exhilarating hill walks. Fabulous scenery of mountains and lochs. Lots of wildlife and various birds are right on the doorstep.. The area is steeped with lots of local historic sites including the world famous Eilean Donan Castle (4 miles from Nia Roo) Glenelg Brochs Dun Troddan and Dun Telve the best preserved Iron age buildings just a short drive over to Glenelg. Glenelg to Kylerhea Ferry - only ferry to Skye from mainland. Battle of Glenshiel.

The Glenshiel / Morvich area

Local Area

There is much to see and do in the area. The immediate local area is very popular for all sorts of outdoor activities including walking, climbing and kayaking, with the local NTS centre within walking distance of the cottage. For those that enjoy munro bagging, the Glenshiel area has 21 Munros all of which are within easy reach of the cottage. Pony trekking is available nearby. Boat trips and local fishing available. Brilliant local Hotel which serves fresh homemade dishes within walking distance. The Village of Plockton is a short drive away. The Bridge over the sea to Skye is 16 miles from property.

Famous landmarks in Lochalsh include Eilean Donan Castle at Dornie, made famous by films such as Highlander, and also the Five Sisters of Kintail. Nearby villages include Inverinate, Shiel Bridge, and Dornie.

Wildlife

Birds - Birds often found around the Croe Saltmarsh and Loch Duich include (depending upon season): Greylag Goose, Wigeon, Teal, Mallard, Red-breasted Merganser, Goosander, Cormorant, Grey Heron, Oystercatcher, Curlew, Common sandpiper, Greenshank, Redshank, Mew (Common) Gull, Herring Gull & Buzzard.

Those that are occasionally sighted include: Mute Swan, Whooper Swan, Pink-footed Goose, Common Eider, Red-throated Diver, Shag, Little Grebe, Ringed Plover, Golden Plover, Dunlin, Snipe, Turnstone, Black-headed Gull, Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Guillemot, Razorbill, Little Auk, White-tailed Sea Eagle, Sparrowhawk, Golden Eagle (Above 1,500 ft usually), Kestrel, Merlin, and Peregrine,

In addition to the fantastic bird life you also be able to spot otters, seals, porpoises and dolphins.

Outdoor Activities

There is a huge range of outdoor activities catered for in the local area. Glenshiel has 21 munros making the location ideal for walking enthusiasts as well as those looking for a more gentle stroll. Other activities include:

Pony trekking either at the Glenshiel Highland Pony Trekking Centre, Shiel Bridge or with the Highland Carriage Company at Ratagan
NTS Kintail
MV Orca Fishing and Boat Trips

Attractions & local businesses

Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Duich Plants
Kintail Crafts - Aultachruine for a range of gifts and crafts
Grants at Craigellachie
Kintail Lodge Hodge Hotel
Glenelg Inn
There are also places to eat in Dornie, and further a field in Plockton and Kyle of Lochalsh.




Further information about the area

More about Glenshiel, Kintail and Loch Duich
More about Plockton
More about Kyle of Lochalsh
Undiscovered Scotland

How to get there

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Directions Map
Nia Roo is less than 1 mile from the A87.

From Fort William take the A82 north and turn onto the A87 at Invergarry. Stay on the A87 for 35 miles until reaching Aultachruine, which is approximately 1 mile after the Kintail Lodge Hotel. Turn right at the junction before going over the causeway and Nia Roo is approximately 1 mile up the road.

From Inverness take the A82 south and turn right onto the A887 at Invermoriston. Stay on the road where it turns to the A87 at the Fort William junction, continuing towards Skye. After 22 miles you will reach Aultachruine, which is approximately 1 mile after the Kintail Lodge Hotel. Turn right at the junction before going over the causeway and Nia Roo is approximately 1 mile up the road.

From the Isle of Skye take the A87 south. 15 miles after leaving Kyle of Lochalsh, you will reach Aultachruine, just after going over a causeway. Turn left at the junction and Nia Roo is approximately 1 mile up the road.

Activities near Glenshiel

Reviews

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15 Apr 2013

“Fantastic place” Loved the house, very spacious, great standard and lovely views. Christine and Colin very hospitable, and took them up on seeing the highland cows and stags being fed-brilliant. A lovely site with a... more

06 Dec 2012

“NIA ROO - What a view !” Had a week stay in NIA ROO, my words will not do it justice. Stunning views that change hourly. Fantastic cottage, which is furnished to a very high standard. Owner Christine very helpful indeed and arranged a few locals trip for us. Highly recommended !!

29 Oct 2012

“Perfect” We stayed at Nia Roo at the beginning of October and were blessed with 4 days of blissful sunshine in what is one of the most beautiful locations in the UK, if not the world! The house was amazing. Spotlessly clean, well presented with all the amenities and privacy you could wish for. The location was simply awesome. The view of Loch Duich when the sun came up on the first morning left me speechless, the perfect base to explore the Highlands. I'll be back! Response: Thanks so much - your comments are greatly appreciated. Hope to meet you soon !

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25 Aug 2012

“Great location & excellent value for money!” Nia Roo has a wonderful elevated situation overlooking the loch. The bungalow is spacious, comfortable & very well equipped, being spotlessly clean with tasteful decor. It is ideally located for... more

25 Aug 2012

“Lovely peaceful location with fantastic views” Our first stay in this area and we could not have been more pleased with the cottage. Comfortable beds, extremely well equipped kitchen, spotless bathrooms with amazingly powerful showers and the... more

01 Jul 2012

“The perfect base for exploration” Nia Roo is a fantastically appointed, usefully located, home from home. The views from the sunroom are worth the rental fee alone. The kitchen is modern and well equipped, the living room is large and comfortable, the bedrooms are roomy and tastefully finished and the bathroom and en-suite facilities are first class. You will struggle to find better value for money than this - anyone considering a stay in this region should look no further!

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27 Jun 2012

“Fantastic cottage in a wonderful location.” Having had a stressful few weeks we needed a cottage that would provide us with a relaxing and tranquil holiday. Nia Roo was just what we needed. The owner gave us a friendly welcome and showed us around, giving us advise and tips plus a cake, flowers etc. She lived a few minutes up the road and stressed that she was available if we needed her, which was nice to know. The cottage was very well equipped, beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable. Three spacious bedrooms/ 2 bathrooms and a terrific kitchen allowed us (parents and 2 teenagers) to spread out. It also had the most stunning views and we spent many happy hours in the sunroom watching the hills and loch changing in the light. The house does not have a garden (although had table and chairs outside) but has a large area of gravel around it. It is also built into the side of a hill and there is a steep drop at the front of the house which could be a problem with small children. There is not a great deal to do in the area unless you like stunning scenery, castles, walking, exploring etc. Visits to Skye, Applecross for lunch, Eileen Donan castle and Fort Augustus were our highlights. Shopping was also a bit of a challenge and we went to Inverness and bought enough food for the whole two weeks (great idea to have a freezer) but you could manage to get enough at the Co-op in the Kyle of Lochalsh (about 10 miles away) and buy milk/bread locally. However, for a lovely place to chill out, read, watch TV and admire the views I don't think you could find a better holiday home. Highly recommended!

06 Jun 2012

“Second stay at this property and loved it even more!!!” Stayed at Nia Roo last year and loved it so much that we booked again for this year. Stay was even better as the weather this time was fantastic. Cottage is immaculate and so spacious, with fantastic views over the loch. Everything you could want is provided and Christine does a fantastic job keeping in touch regarding the booking etc and is extremely helpful. As the weather was so much better this year we managed to get out and about more. We loved to go down to the ferry at Glenelg and watch the seals bobbing about so close to the shore and see he sea eagle battling with the seagulls for their catch of mackerel. Last year we saw an otter there. The Glenelg Inn there is worth a visit. We went to Skye several times and particularly liked the walk on Coral Beach, where again we saw seals and a golden eagle. The trip to Applecross was amazing and lunch at the Applecross Inn (langoustine in hot garlic butter) fantastic. Also ate at Plockton Shores a couple of times (you really need to book) and that was excellent. The Kintail Lodge is only down the road and that does very good food also. As the cottage and location is so good (very quiet but everything you could want nearby) and there is still so much of the area we would like to see, we will be booking again for next year!

24 May 2012

“Stunning location and superb cottage” Nia Roo cottage is a cosy retreat in a stunning location, set amongst a backdrop of mountains and with views across the shores of Loch Duich. We were delighted with the cottage, which is finished to a very high standard and equipped with everything we could have wished for. For munro-baggers like us this cottage is in the perfect location for some of the best hillwalks in Scotland. Christine (cottage owner) and local taxi firm Glenshiel Taxis were both very helpful in arranging for us to drop off our car and the endpoint of a long hike and then driving us on to the startpoint, which was very useful since a lot of the best walks in this area aren't circular routes. Eileen Donan castle and Skye are also only a short drive from this cottage which makes it an excellent base for seeing some of Scotlands most beautiful scenery. We enjoyed every aspect of our stay at Nia Roo and really hope to return.

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19 Apr 2012

“A beautiful house in a stunning location.” Nia Roo was the cleanest, best equipped house my family and I have ever stayed in and we visit Scotland 2 or 3 times a year - and have done so for the last 7 years! The ever changing scenery of Loch Duich and the surrounding mountains meant that we never tired of looking at the views from the well positioned picture windows. The wildlife in the surrounding area was just as plentiful as the website suggested and we even managed a glimpse of the Golden Eagle! The owners of Nia Roo were welcoming and very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and the extra touches they provided such as fresh flowers in the house on arrival and allowing my young daughter to visit the nearby farm, were the icing on the cake. A more restful and memorable holiday than I could have hoped for.

26 Sep 2011

“Beautiful new Cottage, great location” This is a brand new cottage for this year so is very modern, the building itself is beautifully put together with lovely wood floors and very efficient heating system, large tv & comfortable seating areas. The bathrooms are also really well made with a large bath and very powerful shower. The cottage has been built into the hillside above the estuary of Loch Duich, the views from the property are amazing, we spent a lot of the week just relaxing looking at the views and watching the wildlife. Response: Thank you - glad you enjoyed your stay in our cottage and you would be welcome back anytime.

05 Sep 2011

“Excellant” We stayed for a week at the end of August 2011, weather was bad but it didn't matter because Nia Roo was home from home and the View was out of this world. We always take our Holidays in Scotland and over the past 15Years rate this the best place we have ever stopped at. We will be back (Hopefully). Also Thanks to Christine for all her help in making our Holiday a good one. Response: Thank you - delighted that you enjoyed another visit to Scotland - especially glad that you chose this particular wonderful part of Scotland !

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27 Aug 2011

“Wonderful cottage with breathtaking views of the sea Loch and mountains” This is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. It is newly built and finished to a high specification. It is spacious and fitted six people easily. The kitchen is well equipped with a table where we ate breakfast. The lounge had two large comfortable sofas and a dining room table and chairs overlooking the Loch, where we had dinner . There was also a sun room/conservatory where we sat and admired the views, which because the cottage is built on higher ground are spectacular. There are a number of great hill walks in this area and some that we could start from the cottage without using the car. Response: Thank you for your kind comments

13 Aug 2011

“Perfect accommodation in a beautiful setting” The cottage was absolutely wonderful, fantastically equipped and well maintained. The location was ideal for exploring the surrounding mountains, as well as convenient for Eilean Donan Castle, Kyle... more Response: Delighted that you enjoyed our house and wonderful surroundings -look forward to welcoming you back !

13 Aug 2011

“Beautiful House manificient location” We could not believe that this property was available for the week we wanted as we had left it quite late to book and then realised the property was relevantly new. It is a beautiful house with everything you could ask for. Christine was very helpfull and nothing was a bother. The location was magificeint and we spent a lot of time just sitting in the sun room looking at the view. The area is ideal for hillwalking or just sight seeing. We will definately be back. Response: Delighted to have you return to Nia Roo anytime ! Thank you

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02 Aug 2011

“one of the best properties we have stayed in” All four of us really enjoyed our week at Nia Roo. It is one of the best properties we have stayed in and especially enjoyed the sunroom and the kitchen (which is so well equipped). The location is stunning and to be there in sunny, warm cloudless conditions was a real bonus. Great area for hill walking for all abilities. Really enjoyed our day trip to Skye with lunch at the Harbour View Seafood Restaurant in Portree and coming back on the Glenelg ferry. Fishing was good in Loch Duich, difficult to beat fresh Mackerel for supper. Plenty to see and do in surrounding areas and having a choice of restaurants/pub within walking distance was a real advantage. Will certainly recommend Nia Roo to friends and family and hope to return soon. Response: Thank you - delighted that you enjoyed Nia Roo and the location and surrounding area.

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	28 May 11	25 Jun 11	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	25 Jun 11	26 Aug 11	720£ 720	-	-	1 Week
	9 Sep 11	29 Oct 11	580£ 580	-	-	1 Week
	29 Oct 11	24 Dec 11	480£ 480	-	-	1 Week
	24 Dec 11	6 Jan 12	720£ 720	-	-	1 Week
	3 Feb 12	10 Feb 12	480£ 480	-	-	1 Week
	25 Feb 12	24 Mar 12	480£ 480	-	-	1 Week
	24 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	620£ 620	-	-	1 Week
	31 Mar 12	26 May 12	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	26 May 12	30 Jun 12	680£ 680	-	-	1 Week
	30 Jun 12	25 Aug 12	740£ 740	-	-	1 Week
	25 Aug 12	27 Oct 12	595£ 595	-	-	1 Week
	27 Oct 12	22 Dec 12	450£ 450	-	-	1 Week
	22 Dec 12	6 Jan 13	780£ 780	-	-	1 Week
	6 Jan 13	2 Mar 13	450£ 450	-	-	1 Week
	2 Mar 13	23 Mar 13	480£ 480	-	-	1 Week
	23 Mar 13	25 May 13	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	25 May 13	22 Jun 13	680£ 680	-	-	1 Week
	22 Jun 13	31 Aug 13	760£ 760	-	-	1 Week
	31 Aug 13	28 Sep 13	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	28 Sep 13	19 Oct 13	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	19 Oct 13	21 Dec 13	480£ 480	-	-	1 Week
	21 Dec 13	11 Jan 14	790£ 790	-	-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE AT CERTAIN TIMES OF YEAR - PLEASE JUST CONTACT OWNER TO ENQUIRE !

DISCOUNTS FOR COUPLES AND TWO WEEK BREAKS - PLEASE CONTACT OWNER

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PLEASE CONTACT OWNER FOR DISCOUNT FOR COUPLE BOOKINGS