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Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension

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Cottage viewed from the road
Garden looking to the loch
Dining room with seating area by the woodburner
Kitchen
The kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Acharacle, Argyll
  • Shielbridge Hall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Castle Tioram
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Ardnamurchan Lighthouse
    ‪96 min drive‬
  • Oban (OBN)
    ‪132 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension

Please note we book Saturday to Saturday only. Your arrival and departure day must be a Saturday.

Dalilea Croft is situated on the north west side of Loch Shiel, in an area known as Moidart in the Western Highlands of Scotland. Fort William is 30 miles to the east and the cottage is approximately seven miles from Acharacle, which has a good general store, post office, tea room, bakery and pub. There are several good restaurants in the area. Boat hire on Loch Shiel is available and fishing can generally be arranged. The traditional single storey cottage is integrated with an architect designed extension with glass end-elevation, providing spectacular loch views and surrounded by its own established garden which is well fenced and bounded to the south by a small burn. The garden is completely secluded, no other house is visible, with Ben Resipol to the south and Loch Shiel, a short walk across a field, to the west. When the water in the fresh water loch is low, a sandy beach makes an ideal picnic spot.

Property manager

Steven Mitchell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
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
Property Registration Number HI-40653-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Acharacle

Located in Acharacle, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Castle Tioram and Ardnamurchan Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lochan na Tri Chriochan and Lochan a' Churraidh. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Acharacle, Argyll

What's nearby

  • Shielbridge Hall - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Castle Tioram - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Glenfinnan Viaduct - 32 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal - 77 min drive - 72.2 km
  • Ardnamurchan Lighthouse - 96 min drive - 108.5 km

Getting around

  • Lochailort Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ardshealach Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Glenuig Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Acharacle -The Highlander Takeaway/cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stacks of Snacks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mingarry Park Guest House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Loch Side Croft Cottage And Garden With Contemporary Extension located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lochan na Tri Chriochan and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lochan Fheith Dhuinn. Lochan a' Churraidh and Loch nan Lochan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

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

Fabulous

Very peaceful location to chill lamb's and calf's great time off year to enjoy these little one's as your neighbours lot's to do on your doorstep in Moidart singing sands beach is a must stunning pristine beach cosy comfy cottage with everything you need the summer room is a delightful space great for watching the bat's at dusk or just sitting enjoying the sun on the decking lovely sheltered spot love this cottage was our second visit and looking forward to returning
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire B.

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

Our October break

A great time in this lovely warm Highlands croft. Having 2 log burners and other heating meant that we could always be warm and cosy. Very comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

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

Outstanding property and location

Peaceful and quiet location for winding down and relaxing in a beautiful clean, cosy, comfortable cottage. We we're blessed with sunshine for the week to enjoy the stunning view's from the croft and plenty to do in the Moidart area, boat hire available at the farm just down the bottom of the road to enjoy a day on Loch Shiel this is a much loved and looked after property by the owner, we wouldn't hesitate to come back again, thanks for a wonderful holiday 😊❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

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

Cosy cottage in great location

Lovely house in great location for exploring Ardnamurchan . Great garden with amazing northern lights seen from kitchen window ! Lots of space inside and good garden for dog to run around in..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens-Peter H.

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

Unser Urlaub war wunderbar

Das Cottage ist wunderbar. Wir haben uns sofort dort wohlgefühlt. Die Lage ist sooooo schön und atemberaubend. Wir kommen sehr gern wieder. Vielen Dank für den erholsamen Urlaub.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Great week

Lovely cottage for relaxing in all weathers. Well equipped... great showers....superb drying area. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas W.

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

herrlich einsam, liebevoll eingerichtet

... sonnige Tage, so brauchten wir die Heizkörper und Kamine kaum. Zwei gute Bäder, liebevoll möbliertes Esszimmer und Wintergarten. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet, der Wintergarten ein herrliches Plätzchen mit Seeblick. Der See ist über eine tlw feuchte Wiese erreichbar, baden ust möglich, aber Strand wäre zu viel gesagt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowan W.

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely (if wet) week at Dalilea. The croft was warm and cosy and the perfect place to relax. It had everything we needed and we would definitely return again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian B.

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

Home from home in a wonderful location

Well appointed and comfortable home from home. Great to come back to after some stunning walks in the local area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley J.

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

Wonderful location in extremely comfortable accommodation

Lovely combination of traditional croft style with high quality modern airy extension. Extremely comfortable with great private secure gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Just what the doctor ordered

Getting away from it all . Relaxing ,quiet and fabulous views
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Dalelia Croft

Very nice property. Directions could have included some mileage from landmarks. Looking for a road sign at dusk on a long road was more challenging than need be. Transporting all linens from the U.S. was something of a chore.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

love this place

another fantastic holiday in this amazing location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

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

Peaceful week

A great place to get away and have a peaceful week. The Croft had everything we needed, was clean, cosy and made a great base for exploring the area. Good walks and plenty of wildlife to be spotted.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Third visit

What can I say we love this place. Lots of lush beaches and walks. The loch at the bottom of the garden for a swim or paddle board is fab. Weather not a friend this time be but always interesting🤣sunshine and torrential rain. The only thing you need to bring is a hairdryer and extension to reach a mirror. Lots of deers about this time of year too❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chester W.

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

Perfect hideaway

Beautifully located and very well equipped and is obviously a much loved family holiday home. Due to drainage work and disruption to parts of the garden, Steven very generously gave us a discount. There are good local facilities within a few miles so a car is an absolute must. Stunning scenery was only slightly marred by some very wet weather and all the local people we met were friendly and very helpful. A great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

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

Relaxing cottage

Wonderfully quiet location surrounded by nature
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilla W.

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

Secluded croft with distant loch view

Great for walking, canoeing, birdwatching
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tessa B.

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

Summer holiday week at Dalilea Croft

We had a great time in this lovely house and garden in a beautiful location, with walks from the cottage along the loch and into the hills. Drivable to amazing beaches. Good size kitchen with everything you need, and great quality shower. Very nice to have two different living spaces, both with woodburning stoves, and one with large windows facing onto the garden towards the loch. We saw buzzards, bats, and a pine marten from the garden. Steven responded very quickly to address a temporary problem with the house when raised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

Gemütliche Unterkunft mit Blick ins Grüne

Nach 2 Wochen Abenteuer durch die schottische Wildnis haben wir uns bewusst für die Unterkunft entschieden. Absolut ruhige Lage. Nur die tierische Nachbarschaft war manchmal laut ;-) Die Kommunikation mit dem Besitzer ist schnell und unkompliziert. Zum Großeinkauf am besten nach Fort William. Dort gibt es Aldi und weitere Lebensmittelläden. Wir haben haben die Zeit sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Finck C.

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

Ruhe und Erholung in schöner Landschaft

Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Woche in diesem schönem Haus. Die Umgebung ist schön und sehr einsam. Wir konnten baden und uns auf dem Grundstück erholen. Einkauf und Tanken sollte man immer gut planen, da der nächste Supermarkt und Tankstelle weiter entfernt liegen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great

We had a great time here, weather not too bad at all for a good few days. Easy distance to some sightseeing destinations (Sanna bay,lighthouse, Tioram(?) castle). Even up to Traigh to play golf and glenfinnan to see the train. House well enough equipped (a microwave would be a huge plus point though). Internet a bit on & off at times, but we knew that beforehand, so not a complaint. Large garden, enclosed, perfect for the dog - try as she did, but she didn't find a weak spot to escape! All in all, we very much enjoyed it and would recommend. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette Y.

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

Wonderful extended Croft in Stunning Area

Utterly peaceful stay in perfect surroundings. Abundance of wildlife, white sand beaches, mountain ranges and lochs very close by. The Croft has everything needed for a comfortable stay - the summer room being the icing on the cake. Intermittent Wi-Fi not a problem for me… the blissful escape I expect from the western highlands! Will definitely revisit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne H.

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

Sehr Erholsam...

Das Cottage ist super gut eingerichtet und wir haben uns sofort total wohlgefühlt. Sollte es mal Regnen, was in Schottland schon mal vorkommt, kann man sich's so richtig gemütlich machen. Wir haben die Ruhe fernab vom Troubel sehr genossen. Der Check-in/out Prozess war super einfach und die Kommunikation mit Steven speditiv und unkompliziert. Ein rundum schöner Urlaub, gerne wieder :-). Thomas & Marianne
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steven Mitchell

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Why they chose this property

It is located in an amazing part of Scotland - very rural, stuffed with wildlife and scenery - if you want to get away from it all, this is the place for you!

What makes this property unique

This is a spacious cottage with two living areas and a large fenced garden.

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English
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