Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides holiday home rental, Milton, Isle of Tiree with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, telephone, rural

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Suacain (house)

Home description

We have restored and extended "Suacain" to create a wonderful island house. Warm and dry, with old stone, open fires, pine floors, a luxury kitchen, and every comfort - and one of the loveliest settings on Tiree, tucked into the coast 100 yards from the sea.

Tiree is one of the sunniest places in the UK, 20 miles off the west coast of Scotland, easily reached by ferry or plane, with long white deserted beaches and the charm of a traditional crofting community. Enjoy wonderful walks & picnics, and a host of sea activities in its endless sandy bays. Try the charming 9-hole golf course, sea fishing, pony trekking, boat trips and much else. Or just relax and soak up the views & the wild life.

Suacain, Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides, with the sea beyond and Mull in the background	A crowded beach! On the way to see the kittiwakes nesting on their cliff ledges
The spacious sitting room has a puzzle table, hi-fi, lots of comfortable chairs, and an open fire	The dining area, and part of the king-sized luxury kitchen

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The Outer Hebrides region

The Hebrides are a varied group of islands scattered off the west coast of Scotland. The Isle of Tiree lies due west of Oban and is reached by ferry from there or by plane from Glasgow. It lies in the Gulf Stream which gives it a mild climate, with one of the best sunshine records in the UK. It measures about 10 miles by 3, with a resident population of around 700.

Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides / Milton, Isle of Tiree area

The island is known for its peace and beauty - home to an extraordinary variety of birds and wild flowering plants, and perfect for reading, painting, listening to music, or just taking in the views and the wildlife. The white beaches and dramatic headlands make for wonderful walks and picnics. Unlike the mainland, Tiree is never crowded, and the wide open spaces and local crofts are a welcome contrast to the hustle and bustle of ordinary life.

Tiree is also famous for its windsurfing, kite surfing, sand yachting and many other sea activities, thanks to its endless sandy bays, the longest of which is almost 3 miles from end to end. There is an excellent windsurfing school and the island hosts an international championship each October.

Cars are easy to hire on the island, as are bicycles, sand yachts and surf boards. There’s a charming 9-hole golf course, sea and loch fishing, pony trekking, and much else. Boat trips are available to Fingal’s Cave on Staffa and to the puffins on Lunga, or to catch mackerel and seek out the porpoises in Gunna Sound.

The island has 3 good shops, a small restaurant at Sandaig on the West Coast, and its own postal service and doctor. Island specialities include the renowned Tiree lamb and beef and of course local seafood. Fresh vegetables and groceries are supplied by the daily ferry service from the mainland.

To get to Tiree, we favour the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry, which runs daily and takes just under 4 hours from the lovely port of Oban. On a fine day, it is a most beautiful trip down the Sound of Mull then out to sea, and the ferry is big, sound, and easy for cars (with a fine breakfast to boot!). Otherwise, there is a daily flight from Glasgow by Loganair (booked through Flybe), which takes just 40 minutes direct to Tiree.

How to get there

There is a daily Caledonian MacBrayne ferry from Oban, and on most days a direct flight from Glasgow with LoganAir/Flybe. Cars can be hired from McClennan Motors in Scarinish (01879 220555).

Activities near Isle of Tiree, Inner Hebrides

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Suacain is approached along its own track beyond the hamlet of Milton, to a secluded spot within a stone’s throw of the sea, with fabulous 360 degree views over the water and the island.

It is a warm dry and cosy house with comfortable furniture. Our favourite part of the house is the large sitting room with its sea views, an open fire, and a door through to the studio.

The sitting room also opens on to the luxury king-sized kitchen, which is fully equipped with a modern Rosiere range, twin fridge-freezers, and a Bosch dishwasher. The kitchen extends into a dining area that seats 8 people easily.

Upstairs there are two twin bedrooms with sea views and a bathroom with power shower. The third bedroom (also a twin) is on the ground floor in the original old part of the house, with traditional “black house” deep-recessed windows giving views to both east and west. This wing has its own loo and basin, as well as a second bathroom, and there is small extra sleeping space above it.

The small studio room has two single sofa-beds.

There is a good hi-fi/CD player, an iPod connection, and electric heating throughout. The utility room has a washing machine and separate drier.

Further details outdoors:
Like a lot of Tiree houses, Suacain sits on open grazing land, or "machair" in Gaelic. Visitors have absolute freedom to wander the machair, the heather and the rocky foreshore that surround the house (or indeed the rest of this beautiful island). Being in the Gulf Stream, Tiree is milder than the mainland, and drinks are often enjoyed outside in the sunshine, or watching the amazing sunsets. Binoculars are a must for sighting seals, porpoises & seabirds - and the fishing boats that come and go in the local harbour (always happy to sell you a fresh lobster or two).

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Off-season	1 Oct 09	1 Jan 10	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week
Off -season	1 Jan 10	1 Apr 10	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week
Easter	1 Apr 10	19 Apr 10	800£ 800	0-	0-	1 Week
Off-season	19 Apr 10	21 Jun 10	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week
High-season	21 Jun 10	1 Oct 10	800£ 800	0-	0-	1 Week
Off-season	1 Oct 10	31 Dec 10	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week

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

- Non-refundable deposit of £150 at time of booking

- Full payment due on demand 6 weeks prior to arrival date.

- Refundable breakages deposit of £150, subject to satisfactory property inspection.

- Recommended to bring own linen (sheets, pillow cases, towels) or can be hired locally. Mattress covers, pillows and duvets are provided.

- Electricity is charged as an extra, only because some people unnecessarily leave heaters full-on which can be expensive.

- Mobile phones do work on the island. Land line calls are charged at cost.

Guestbook for Suacain

"Your house is fantastic, no wonder you love it so much"
"We were all so comfortable here. I just wish I could transport your kitchen back to London".
"I absolutely adored Tiree and our visit was made all the more memorable by staying in your lovely house which felt more like a home than a holiday let".
"My idea of absolute heaven. Beautiful surroundings.... your house was perfect, and the view was to die for"
"I am missing the island already and, if you’ll let me, I’m keen to rent the house again next year"

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