10/10 Excellent
Anne V.
Jun 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage
Anne V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Chalet
Magnificent views from our 2 Bedroom well appointed, comfortable family home
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Northton, SCT
- MacGillivray Centre2 min walk
- Luskentyre Beach52 min drive
- Berneray Beach102 min drive
- Benbecula (BEB)154 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Magnificent views from our 2 Bedroom well appointed, comfortable family home
Taransay Cottage is a two bedroom detached single level chalet style house with captivating views out over the beaches and hills of Harris including the island of Taransay from which it took its name. It is available for 7 day bookings Saturday to Saturday throughout the year. There is 1 x Double bedroom and 1 x twin room (cot and folding bed also available) Bathroom with double shower (no bath, but facilities for bathing small children provided) well equipped kitchen leading through to a dinning room which also has 2 armchairs (which usually become the most popular seats in the house) from which you can take in the views over a cup of coffee. The spacious sitting room has comfortable seating, more great views, books and games and a large TV. The house is a 5 minute walk from the first beach and there are many more to choose from all accessible on foot. The village is served with frequent public transport, has a visiting mobile shop and also has a cabin selling seafood and local produce from the croft.
Property manager
Keith McGowan
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Beach view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Harris
Located in Harris, this chalet is in a rural area and near the beach. MacGillivray Centre and Finsbay Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Traigh an Teampuill and St. Clement's Church. Surfing/body boarding, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Northton, SCT
What's nearby
- MacGillivray Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Tràigh Sgarasta - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
- Traigh Losgaintir Beach - 40 min drive - 14.6 km
- Luskentyre Beach - 52 min drive - 20.8 km
- Berneray Beach - 102 min drive - 28.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anchorage Restaurant - 7 min drive
- The Temple Café - 6 min walk
- Talla na Mara - 8 min drive
- Skoon Art Cafe - 11 min drive
- Croft 36 - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
Aug 15, 2017
Fantastic location
Karen K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Helen B.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd visit and we still love it!
Helen B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim W.
Sep 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remarkable
Jim W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ines H.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a blessed place
Ines H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Betty R.
May 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely cottage
Betty R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
ANGUS M.
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Hebridies holiday
ANGUS M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bliss
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin F.
Sep 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house, everything you need
Martin F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
Aug 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Andrew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ewen M.
Aug 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay same as the first
Ewen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
David G.
May 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property
David G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
DIANNE M.
Jun 4, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
DIANNE M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joy W.
Jun 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful holiday home in lovely Harris
Joy W.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
jennie s.
Aug 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harris summer trip 2024
jennie s.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tricia H.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harris 2024
Tricia H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn A.
Jul 14, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house in a beautiful location
Kathryn A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Archibald M.
Jun 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous trip
Archibald M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne D.
Aug 28, 2016
Wonderful, comfortable, stunning - didn't want to leave!
Suzanne D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
10/10 Excellent
Maureen S.
Apr 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, spacious house, with beautiful views, in a great location!
Maureen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Shirley S.
Apr 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Stunning views. Wonderfully equipped
Shirley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ewen M.
Oct 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Relaxation
Ewen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth B.
Aug 17, 2016
An excellent base for exploring Harris.
Ruth B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
8/10 Good
Imogen C.
Oct 9, 2024
Imogen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dominique v.
Jul 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein Zuhause auf Zeit an der schönsten Ecke von Harris
Dominique v.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Keith McGowan
Hi I am Donna and I was born and raised in Northton and still have family living in the village. Taransay Cottage is my home but at the moment we cannot live here full time due to work. Harris is a special place; the beaches, wildlife, sea, hills and dramatic weather combine to make a unique outdoor experience. Also the people are very welcoming and there are great places to eat and drink.
Why they chose this property
There are many good holiday lets in Harris. This is slightly different as we set it up to be our home but as we currently work on the mainland sadly we spend too little time here. So it is equipped and furnished as a home not as a holiday let which means it is a very comfortable place to stay. It is also in a fantastic location and there are few properties that have such a great view from almost every seat.
What makes this property unique
The are few house here or anywhere else that have such wonderful views over beaches sea and hills. The dramatic weather means that the view is constantly changing and can become very absorbing. The 2 seats in the dining room soon become the preferred spot in the house as you enjoy a coffee whilst planning the day or perhaps relaxing with a glass of wine after a full day of enjoying the great outdoors that Harris has to offer.
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