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Perched on a hillside overlooking Loch Sunart, Jill Strawbale house offers an elevated retreat with southerly views. Enjoy the hot tub on the large deck, floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors that lead to a balcony perfect for morning coffee. Explore historic Ariundle oak woods or visit nearby pristine beaches like Sanna Bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935

Explore the Highlands from this unique, elevated, cruck-frame strawbale house with southerly views over Loch Sunart and a hot tub on the large deck.. This unique, eco-friendly strawbale house has incredible views from its elevated position and is as spectacular as many featured on TV’s ‘Grand Designs’. Boasting a Green Tourism Gold Award, and facing due south with commanding views over Loch Sunart and the Morvern hills beyond, this detached property offers a huge upstairs with an arched roof and open plan kitchen, ?dining and living areas. It has floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors at the southern end which lead out onto the balcony where there is a small table and chairs for you to enjoy your morning coffee. A spiral staircase leads to the large lower deck with the hot tub, dining and sitting areas with a chiminea. Enjoy walks through the historic Ariundle oak woods, a temperate rainforest, and discover the old lead mines which are close by.

The rest of the peninsula has much to offer, including a number of ’Corbett’ mountains, the stunning Loch Sunart, Ardnamurchan Lighthouse at the most westerly tip of the British Isles and the Ardmamurchan Distillery. There are pristine, sandy beaches along the coast, including Sanna Bay with its impressive white sand dunes and views across to Muck, Eigg and Rum. There is an abundance of wildlife, seabirds, seals, otters, deer, pine martens, as well as dolphin/whale watching and the Natural History Visitor Centre. It is possible to rent mountain bikes in the village and go for local kayak trips. You can also enjoy day trips to Glencoe and Ben Nevis (with skiing possible at each), and fans of Harry Potter can take the ’Jacobite Express’ steam train from Fort William to Mallaig, see the Glenfinnan Viaduct and so much more. This peaceful and tranquil place offers a truly ‘get away from it all’ experience and the views will amaze you - so come and relax. The local beach is less than ½ mile away and the stunning sandy coves at Ardtoe just a 12 mile drive. Shops, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Jill Strawbale house can be booked with Jack Strawbale House (UK7521) to accommodate up to 8 guests.. Ground Floor:

Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 49" Smart TV, Freesat, Bluray Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Patio Doors Leading To Balcony

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher. Ground source underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Decked area with garden furniture and chiminea. Balcony. 7-acre natural grounds with barbecue and woodland. Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a spiral staircase from the balcony to the decked area, and 4 steps to the grounds. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £100.

Free WiFi



There is a security deposit of £100, payable to the owner on arrival.

There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.

EPC Rating = A

Scottish Letting Licence No: HI-40404-F

The community-owned Longrigg Woodland beside the strawbale houses will be undergoing small-scale timber harvesting throughout much of 2026. Modern harvesting machinery will be used, with no chainsaws, and the loudest noise guests are likely to hear is the harvester’s reversing beeps from the vehicles. To minimise disturbance, felling closest to the properties has been scheduled for the period when the houses are unoccupied (January to mid-March). For the rest of the year, any work near the accommodation will take place only on weekdays between 10am and 5pm, while activity further away in the woodland may run from 7am to 7pm on weekdays. There is no weekend working, and only a small number of timber lorries up to four per day are expected. We do not anticipate any significant impact on guests’ stays, but we are sharing this information so visitors are fully informed. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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
Property Registration Number HI-40404-F

Property is also known as

2 Sovrum Boende i Strontian Nära Fort William
2 Bedroom Accommodation in Strontian Near Fort William
su-UKC2935-UKC2935

About the area

Located in Acharacle, this cottage is in a rural area. Castle Tioram and Castle Stalker are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Doillean and Lochan a' Churraidh. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Acharacle travel guide
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Strontian, near Fort William

What's nearby

  • Shielbridge Hall
    18 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Lochan a' Churraidh
    19 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Loch Doillean
    20 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Royal Society for the Protection of Birds - Glenborrodale
    27 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Castle Tioram
    31 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Locheilside Station
    68 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    170 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ariundle Centre
    3 min drive
  • The Boathouse
    20 min drive
  • Ariundle Centre
    3 min drive
  • The Bothy Bar
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Loch Doillean, Shielbridge Hall and Lochan a' Churraidh. Castle Tioram and Càrna are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Jill Strawbale House- UKC2935 Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

The best VRBO property we have used in the UK

My wife & I stayed here for a week in June/July with plans to walk in the neighbouring countryside. The property was in immaculate condition and had everything we needed (including a hot-tub). It is indeed, an amazing construction (insulated with straw-bales) and gave us perfect privacy. The host was very welcoming and was on hand if we needed anything else. Top marks to him. He also had left details of over a dozen walks, with laminated instructions and maps. Just what we needed. This area of Scotland is off the beaten track and is well-worth visiting. We only lost one day to weather, but staying in the property made this a pleasure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022