Old Post Office

About this property

Tarbert 4.7 miles. Situated at a picturesque seaside location in Drinishader, near Tarbert on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, on what is known as The Golden Road. Old Post Office offers a quaint family holiday for those wishing to hike, cycle, kayak or just relax at the local cafes, restaurants and beaches. Enter through an eye-catching red door, discovering an attractive sitting room, with tartan furniture and a woodburning stove, you are sure to feel right at home in this rustic space as you catch up on your favourite TV shows. A contemporary kitchen offers an open space to prepare meals, and the designated chef will not be able to resist the home-from-home amenities, where you can rustle up a masterpiece amongst the wood and tiled furnishings and serve it in the spacious dining room with a central wooden table, sitting area and TV, as well as a view across the bay. Great for a family of five, this cottage offers three bedrooms, beginning with a king-size offering quirky décor, a large wardrobe and ample storage, a twin with a homely feel, and a single room. A large family shower room offers a relaxing soak after a day of exploring the beaches, with a lovely contemporary feel that will ease the cool Hebridean chill from your skin. Outside, a delightful garden awaits, with shrubs, a patio where a seating area allows for morning coffee to be enjoyed with a cup of tea and a view of the boats bobbing in the bay, whilst picnics can be enjoyed on the lawn. When the time comes to explore, begin your journey by visiting the local bay, where the sandy and rocky shores make for a wonderful walk, or head to local white sand beaches where you can even try out wild swimming! The local area offers an abundance of lochs, strewn with beautiful lily pads, perfect for enjoying both the wildlife and the fresh countryside air. For keen walkers, there are hikes available at the North Harris Hills, where you can immerse yourself in the rugged landscape, or you can have a more relaxed day exploring the local shops, cafes and produce available, for example the area around the property offers Harris Tweed and Knitwear, Clo Mor Harris Tweed Exhibition and Ardbuidhe Cottage Gallery. Further afield you will find the town of Tarbert, where there are several pubs to choose from, for example the Harris Hotel, as well as restaurant to try out local cuisine, one being Flavour. There is also a local convenience store where you can stock up on essentials before you head out for a day of exploring. With such a lovely location and a home-from-home cottage, you are bound to love your stay in the Isle of Harris with a stay at the Old Post Office. The islands can be reached by flights from Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness; or by ferry from Uig on Skye to Tarbert, or Ullapool to Stornoway.

Built around an inlet on Loch Fyne, Tarbert has long been both a harbour and a key strategic point in the history of Scotland's rugged West Coast. Tarbert once required three castles to protect it, and the ruins of one of these can still be visited today. Built around the natural harbour, fishing and sailing continue to play an important part in the life of the village. There are many annual events to interest all tastes including the sailing regatta on Loch Fyne, seafood and music festivals. The 87 mile Kintyre Way stretches from Tarbert to the south of the Kintyre Peninsula, and offers walking for all levels and with ferry connections to Islay and Arran, there is simply no better location to relax and explore this rugged and picturesque part of Scotland.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x Double, 1 x Twin, 1 x single(suitable for 13 years and under).

Shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Electric heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Enclosed garden with patio, furniture, storage for bikes and kayaks.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 5 miles, pub 4.8 miles