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

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A window with a clear view of a sunset over a landscape, a glass jar with a string and a small object inside, and a wooden frame.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, a black leather sofa, and a fireplace.
A two-story house with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small window on the upper floor.
A view of a rural landscape with a road, a body of water, and hills in the distance.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a skylight, a bed with a plaid bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a dresser.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Barbecue

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

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).

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ES00216F
Property # 11761689
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Isle of Barra

Isle of Barra is home to this cottage. Kisimul Castle and Kisimul Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal and Lochboisdale Harbour.
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Isle of Barra, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Barra Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Kisimul Castle - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Traigh Mhòr - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Vatersay Beach - 26 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Hebridean Way Start - 30 min drive - 20.0 km

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland?

As of 26 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland on 26 November 2026 start from NZ$1,470, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland located?

Situated in Isle of Barra, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kisimul Castle and within 6 miles (10 km) of Barra Beach and Traigh Mhòr. Kisimul Castle and Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good basic family accommodation. Some of the furniture is a bit tired (sunken sofas and loose toilet seat), but otherwise all works well. We had a great week’s holiday and would be keen to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time staying here. Lovely cottage, great for family with pet and very well located. Had everything we need, host easily contactable. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have had a great stay for 5 nights. Property was very well situated. We had two dogs with us and the garden was stock fenced and ideal for us. Our host was great in his communication and recommended places to eat and things to do.The cottage was clean, warm, plenty of hot water for the shower and everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and hope to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, cosy holiday cottage in an ideal location for exploring the stunning Isle of Barra. The sunrise over the loch opposite the cottage has to be seen! The host was an excellent communicator and very helpful with information about places to eat and to visit. The cottage had all the necessary basics and was comfortable. Parking is off-road within the property grounds. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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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

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