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Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Isle of Barra, Scotland
  • Place, Barra Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Kisimul Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Traigh Mhòr
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Castlebay (BRR-Barra)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Isle of Barra

Located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kisimul Castle, this cottage is within a 10-minute drive of Kisimul Castle. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Barra Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Kisimul Castle - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Traigh Mhòr - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Vatersay Beach - 26 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Hebridean Way Start - 30 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Castlebay (BRR-Barra) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Isle of Barra Airport Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ardmhor Food Truck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Heathbank - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Craigard Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hebridean Toffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

The Isle of Barra is the jewel of the Hebrides. It has everything to offer the holidaymaker, stunning beaches, watersports, hillwalking, good food, spectacular scenery, wildlife, wild flowers and is steeped in history. It is a paradise for photographers, walkers, runners and cyclists and the friendliness of the welcome is second to none.

Taigh Ciorstaidh is a lovely, renovated croft house situated on the East side of Barra with stunning views across Loch Na Obe to the Sound of Barra and Eriskay. It is located approximately 4 miles from Castlebay and 3 miles from the cockle strand of the airport.

The accommodation consists of 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and shower room. The upper floor has been completely renovated and consists of one twin and one single bedroom. On the ground floor there is a large family room with a double and single bed. The living room contains two leather settees. It has a television and DVD player. There is a pine fitted kitchen with microwave and washing machine. It is a sunny, cosy cottage, with night storage heating throughout and an electric fire in the living room. It is a no-smoking home, where pets are welcome. The cottage is accessed via stone steps which are on a slope and so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

Property registration number : ES00216F
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC):
Energy Efficiency Rating = band F (25) and Environmental Impact (CO2) Rating = band G (10).
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number ES00216F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Isle of Barra, close to Kisimul Castle, Barra Beach, and Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Kisimul Castle and Traigh Mhòr within a short drive.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Castlebay (BRR-Barra), which is 3.5 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location just outside castle bay. Idea for exploring. Lovely to stay in a Croft style cottage. Was lovely,warm and cosy. Although the kitchen was pretty basic it had everything you needed to make a meal in. Fantastic info from the host. Very much appreciated. An old style interior, but that’s was what we expected staying in a Croft cottage. Front door and trims could do with a good clean but other than that couldn’t fault it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Cottage was ok, some issues with bedroom radiator not working and water immersion heater over boiling if left on beyond an hour. The kitchen and bathroom are very dated and cooker not easy to use. The access via some uneven steps or from parking area is tricky for anyone with sight or mobility issues. Location is handy for Castlebay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time here, even better than first!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was sparkling clean, even the unnecessary clutter (empty bottles, shells, plastic flowers) were clean. Kitchen was functional lots of utensils but cupboards full of personal things. The bathroom was functional plenty of hot water. Parking okay, we just needed to park away from bank. The steps leading up to the house were dodgy, probably need levelling up. The host was amazing and gave me lots of information and the views were stunning. We had a superb week on Barra the house is perfectly placed for walks, ferry, airport fab café, beaches, woodland walk and much more.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Lovely, cosy home from home. House was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. Check in was simple and host was very helpful with the small issue of having no WiFi. Will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable and warm, with lovely views and perfectly good facilities (4g signal is good so didn't miss wifi). It was nice to come back to during those days when the weather was wild. Everything I needed in a place to stay. Not too far from Castlebay so easy to get food and fuel. Will definitely stay there again if available next time I am on Barra. Barra itself was fantastic and a very friendly place, with some stunning coastline to explore from the sea when the weather allowed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Excellent cottage -only required to deal with woodworm in double bedroom - did not want to take them home - would recommend the cottage once woodworm removed
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fab stay at this property. Great location and ideal base to explore. We stayed with our 2 dogs and the garden was secure for them. The beds were super comfortable which was great as there is nothing worse than a bad nights sleep when you are on holiday! The sofas were comfortable too. We found phone signal very sketchy and were unable to access netflix or prime but too be honest we were not there to watch telly so not really an issue! Kitchen was well equipped but did find there was a lack of storage for our food items and would also have liked a splash back behind the cooker for ease of cleaning - just minor points. Our host was super accommodating when our ferry was delayed due to bad weather and told us we could stay on at the property if we needed to which did take a weight off! All in all a great stay at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Polished wood staircase dangerous and does not meet HSE. Terrible Mould in bathroom - does not meet HSE. Cobwebs in upper bedroom with skirting boards not cleaned. Kitchen surfaces only cleaned where 'bare'- underneath appliances, filthy. Bedding underproduction filthy and stained. Bedding sheets old and threadbare with bobbling. Electrical connection appear not to have been PAT Tested - multiple appliances plugged to extension leads. Outside area steps very dangerous - do not meet HSE at all. Parking for larger 4WD vehicle meaning car door restricted opening onto grass bank. Serious attention needed to meet Safety Standards. As the friend of David, I had a serious fall from the staircase which resulted in being airlifted to Stornoway Hospital and immediate Surgery. Were it not for the excellent service of the Barra Ambulance service I could have easily bled to death. Photographs available on subjects mentioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Would have liked WiFi but we managed the cooker was basic but ok The view was great and the place was really nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025