Òran na Mara, Scarista, Isle of Harris, Western Isles

Òran na Mara – Luxurious Coastal Retreat on the Isle of Harris

Òran na Mara, meaning “Song of the Sea” in English, is a contemporary and luxurious self-catering property set in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations on the Isle of Harris. With its striking design and panoramic views, this five-star retreat offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable coastal escape.

Accommodation

This beautifully appointed holiday home sleeps up to six guests across three stylish bedrooms, providing comfort and elegance throughout.

The heart of Òran na Mara is its open-plan living, kitchen, dining, and snug area, designed to make the most of the surrounding scenery. Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning views in every direction — to the south, the village of Scarista and the valley revealing the islands in the Sound of Harris; to the west, the golden sands of Scarista Beach and the dramatic Toe Head; and to the northwest, the island of Taransay and the rugged North Harris hills. The ever-changing light creates a mesmerising palette of colours across the sea and sky, offering spectacular sunsets for much of the year.

Guests can enjoy a wide range of modern facilities, including:

Smart TV

Sonos sound system

Rangemaster cooker

Nespresso coffee machine

Microwave, fridge, and freezer

Panasonic breadmaker

Underfloor heating

Wood and peat stove

Glass dining table

A separate study provides a peaceful retreat, complete with a double sofa bed, Smart TV, Blu-ray DVD player, USB adapters, and a printer — although with the captivating views from the window, it may be hard to focus on work.

Bedrooms

The Chaipaval Room – A luxurious king-size en suite bedroom offering beautiful views of the Chaipaval peninsula rising from the Atlantic Ocean.

The Machair Room – This flexible bedroom can be arranged as a super king or twin, featuring views across the beach.

The Shoreline Room – Also configurable as a super king or twin, this room includes a spacious en suite and enjoys exquisite views across the shoreline.

Visiting Scarista & Exploring the Western Isles

Overlooking the sweeping two-mile curve of Scarista Beach with the iconic Toe Head peninsula as a dramatic backdrop, Òran na Mara offers a front-row seat to some of the most captivating scenery in the Outer Hebrides. The sunsets and ever-changing colours of the sea and sky are truly unforgettable.

Visitors can enjoy a wealth of activities, including walking, cycling, golfing, fishing, sailing, birdwatching, and a variety of watersports. The island also boasts numerous cultural and historical attractions, such as the ancient Callanish Standing Stones, St Clement’s Church, Scarp Island, and the majestic peak of Clisham — all within easy reach of this exceptional coastal haven.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/western-isles/15637

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Machair Cottage, Scarista, Isle Of Harris, Western Isles

Machair Cottage, Scarista, Isle Of Harris, Western Isles 

Machair Cottage offers delightful self-catering accommodation in the picturesque village of Scarista on the Isle of Harris. Nestled in the stunning and remote Western Isles, this traditional croft-style house provides an ideal setting for a peaceful and relaxing getaway. With direct access to the beach and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, Machair Cottage is perfect for those looking to escape the demands of modern life.

The cottage is designed to comfortably accommodate up to six guests, making it a wonderful choice for families or groups of friends. Inside, the living area offers a cosy space to unwind, complete with a comfortable sofa and satellite TV, ensuring that guests can relax after a day of exploring the island. The fully equipped galley kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with a range of modern appliances, allowing guests to prepare meals with ease. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room features a multi-fuel stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for enjoying meals together.

Machair Cottage offers three well-appointed bedrooms, consisting of two doubles and one twin room. The bedrooms share a shower room, which includes a shower over the bath, providing convenience and comfort for all guests. The interior of the cottage is designed with a focus on comfort and simplicity, making it an ideal getaway.

Outside, guests will find a picnic table perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the stunning views over the bay. This outdoor space is an ideal spot to enjoy a meal or simply to sit and take in the beauty of the natural surroundings.

Scarista and the Isle of Harris offer a wealth of opportunities for exploration and adventure. The island is known for its miles of unspoilt beaches, where visitors can enjoy long walks, spot diverse wildlife, and admire the wide variety of plant life that thrives in this unique environment. The island is also rich in history, with many historical and archaeological sites waiting to be discovered.

Stornoway, the main town on the Isle of Lewis, is just an hour's drive from Machair Cottage. Here, visitors can access the local airport and the ferry terminal to Ullapool, making it a convenient gateway for exploring further afield. Stornoway also offers a range of amenities, including car hire firms, shops, and supermarkets, ensuring that guests have everything they need during their stay.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/western-isles/16130

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Tigh Grianach, Scarista, North Connel, Oban, Argyll

Tigh Grianach, Scarista, North Connel, Oban, Argyll

Tigh Grianach offers superb self-catering accommodation overlooking Loch Etive in North Connel. They are only 7 miles from Oban and the ideal base for exploring this beautiful part of Argyll.

Accommodation

The spacious cottage sleeps up to 6 people and is the perfect place to escape from the pressures of modern life. The cottage is beautifully furnished throughout.

You can relax and socialise in the light and airy living room which has a large screen smart TV, DVD player and patio doors which open out to fantastic views. To complement this stunning location, Tigh Grianach boasts a large kitchen with a dining area where you can enjoy relaxed family dining, the perfect place to sit down and discuss your discoveries after a day touring in the Oban area.

Three lovely bedrooms are available: a king, twin en suite and a twin room. All bed linen and towels are provided. The main bathroom has a walk-in shower plus en suite.

Outside there is a spacious garden with garden furniture and a BBQ. A lovely spot for al fresco dining while the sun is shining.

Visiting North Connel & Exploring Argyll

It is only a short walk from the village where you will find a licensed shop. This is the ideal area for many outdoor activities including walking, cycling, fishing, horse riding and boating.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Argyll/4809

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Òran na Mara, Scarista, Isle of Harris, Western Isles (Sleeps 1-6)

Òran na Mara ("Song of the Sea" in English) is a contemporary property that provides luxurious self catering accommodation located in one of the world’s most beautiful locations on the Isle of Harris. This stunning property provides amazing views, perfect for an idyllic coastal getaway.

Accommodation:

This 5-star rated holiday home can accommodate up to 6 people in 3 stylish bedrooms.

This self catering house has an open plan living/kitchen/dining/snug area. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows look out in different directions - to the South is the village of Scarista and the valley revealing the islands in the Sound of Harris, to the West is the vast and beautiful Scarista beach and the majestic Toe Head, while to the North West is Taransay island and the stunning north Harris hills. The sunsets are visible from the house during most of the year, with the light creating constant and vivid colour changes in the sea and sky. The colours of the sea from Oran na Mara have to be seen to be believed!

There are plenty of facilities available including:

Smart TV.

Sonos system.

Rangemaster cooker.

Nespresso coffee machine.

Microwave.

Fridge.

Freezer.

Panasonic breadmaker.

Underfloor heating.

Wood & peat stove.

Glass dining table.

Separately you will also find a study where there is a double sofa bed, Smart TV, Blu Ray DVD player, USB adapters and a printer. Although not much work will get done here with the amazing views from the window.

The Chaipaval Room - This is a king-size en suite bedroom with wonderful views of the peninsula rising from the Atlantic.

The Machair Room - This bedroom can be used as a super king or twin room. This room has beach views.

The Shoreline Room - Like the Machair Room the Shoreline can be a super king or twin. This bedroom has a spacious en suite and exquisite views to the shoreline.

Visiting Scarista & Exploring the Western Isles:

This self catering property directly overlooks the spectacular 2 mile curved bay of Scarista beach with the iconic Toe Head (Chaipaval) peninsula as the backdrop, with stunning sunsets and colours that cannot be adequately described.

There is an abundance of things to do on the island including walking, cycling, golfing, fishing, sailing, birdwatching and watersports. Alternatively you can visit a range of attractions such as Callanish Standing Stones, St Clement's Chuch, Scarp and Clisham to name but a few.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Western-Isles/15637

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Borvemor Cottages, Scarista, Isle of Harris, Western Isles, Outer Hebrides (Sleeps 1-6)

Borvemor Cottages are a group of self-catering holiday cottages that are superbly situated close to an Atlantic Beach which is enjoyable in all weathers and seasons. The Isle of Harris is a fantastic destination for a relaxing breakaway and it makes an ideal base to explore the Western Isles and the Outer Hebrides.

Our cottages are all in their own space, providing guests with the privacy they require. None of the cottages is overlooked and they are all decorated and furnished to a high standard.

The nearby beach has interesting rock pools and a variety of beautiful shells. Otters are known to frequent it from time to time as well as being seen at nearby islets. Our holiday cottages are in an ideal spot to enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities and there are many local groups and clubs to join, allowing you to pursue your own interests.

The coast road offers a wide variety of scenery, with constantly changing views of the sea and the islands. There is great variation between the east and the west sides of the island - cycling is one of the best ways of taking in the scenery at a leisurely pace.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Western-Isles/1418

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Machair Cottage, Scarista, Isle Of Harris, Western Isles (Sleeps 1-6)

Machair Cottage offers magnificent self-catering accommodation in Scarista on the Isle Of Harris. Our property is in a stunning and remote location, perfect for a tranquil break. We have direct access to the beach and offer amazing views.

Our traditional croft-style house boasts stunning views and is the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The property sleeps up to 6 people.

Bedrooms consist of 2 double and 1 twin room. All the rooms share a bathroom which has a shower over the bath.

Outside there is a picnic table. This is an ideal place to sit whilst savouring the breathtaking views over the bay.

The Isle Of Harris includes miles of unspoilt beaches, lots of wildlife and a wide variety of plant life. On the island, there are many historical and archaeological sites. Stornoway is one hour's drive away where the local airport and the ferry terminal to Ullapool can be accessed. The town has car hire firms, shops and supermarkets. 

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/WesternIsles/16130

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Blue Reef Cottages, Scarista, Isle of Harris, Western Isles (Sleeps 1-2)

Blue Reef Cottages offer 2 luxury self catering cottages in the quaint Isle of Harris village of Scarista in the Western Isles. These award-winning, isolated and secluded cottages are totally private yet only 10 minutes’ walk from an award-winning restaurant and 20 minutes’ drive from shops and bars.

The one bedroomed self catering cottages are designed for couples looking for a luxury romantic break. Each cottage is equipped with bicycles, picnic backpacks, beach towels and a set of golf clubs.

Scarista is a typical crofting village on Harris. Situated on the west side of the island, it is surrounded by the Atlantic with spectacular scenery. The ever-changing climate compliments its beauty with the varying colours that can be seen along its shores. It is also home to the remotest links golf course in Britain.

Culturally, the Hebrides have a strong music and Gaelic tradition. The Gaelic language is still widely spoken and can be heard throughout the island.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/WesternIsles/12073

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