Nia Roo Cottage

About this listing

Set in the old crofting Township of Morvich Nia Roo offers wide open spaces, stunning views and immersion in natural beauty and nature. For total relaxation sleeping up to 5 guests you’ll be hard pushed to find anywhere with the connection that this holiday cottage. The immediate surrounding area of Glenshiel and Loch Duich is a haven for local wildlife and directly below Nia Roo is a breeding and nesting area for many varieties of birds such as the White-tailed Sea Eagle, Little Grebes, Golden Ploves and Little Auks – a birdwatchers dream. Bird watchers flock to Nia Roo for the large variety of species that are seen in and around the area including the birdlife on the marshes.

Your luxury Lochside cottage

The natural scenic views that frame the property make a stay at Nia Roo a memorable holiday for all ages. Wake up to stags on the hill, mountain views, seals and otters.  Inside you will find a fully equipped kitchen with everything you could possibly need including a large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, double oven, hob, microwave and coffee maker perfect for your morning coffee alfresco on the decking. Step through into the sun lounge and watch the ever-changing play of light on the loch out front or relax with a book and take some special time out for yourself. Head through into the lounge with comfortable furniture, a cosy wood burning stove for relaxing in front of and a flat screen smart TV with access to lots of channels and films, DVD player for family evenings in. There’s also an iPod docking station with CD and radio and a thoughtful selection of books and board games. Nia Roo also has Wi-Fi which is complimentary for guests use. Catch up on the daily news and weather or listen to our favourite music channels on the Echo provided for guests use. Heading through the patio doors you’ll find a large decking area with amazing views of scenery and wildlife and outside garden furniture and a gas barbecue perfect for family gatherings. Spend a romantic evening soaking in the newly-installed outdoor hot tub.

Throughout you will find quality furnishing and with oak flooring in the lounge, sun lounge and hallway. The property sleeps 4 comfortably. The master bedroom has a romantic King-size four poster bed which is en-suite. The second bedroom is also a king-size bedroom. There is also a third bedroom which is a twin room and there is a large bathroom with walk in power shower.

5 Star location and activities

The natural location offers an abundance of things to see and do while staying at Nia Roo. Fishing trips are available on Loch Duich where salmon, trout, sea bass and mackerel are caught in abundance (especially mackerel). Fishing permits for local rivers are available depending on bookings. At the end of April and May there could be an opportunity for guests to bottle feed orphaned lambs on the local croft by request. The immediate local area is very popular for all sorts of outdoor activities including walking, climbing and kayaking, with the local NTS centre within walking distance of the cottage. For those that enjoy munro bagging, the Glenshiel area has 21 Munros all of which are within easy reach of the cottage. Famous landmarks in Lochalsh include Eilean Donan Castle at Dornie, made famous by films such as Highlander, and also the Five Sisters of Kintail. Nearby villages include Inverinate, Shiel Bridge, and Dornie, and the Isle of Skye is less than a 20 minute drive from the cottage.Visit the village of Glenelg and the last manually operated turntable ferry at Glenelg.

There is a huge range of outdoor activities catered for in the local area. Glenshiel has 21 munros making the location ideal for walking enthusiasts as well as those looking for a gentler stroll. The perfect location for horse lovers where you can go pony trekking at the Glenshiel Pony Trekking Centre at Shiel Bridge. The cottage is also in an ideal location for anyone wanting to spend their holiday canoeing or kayaking so don’t forget to bring our kayaks or Situp paddle boards. Your spoiled for choice for eating out with fresh local seafood such as langoustines, hand dived scallops, salmon and mussels as well as local lamb and local venison in abundance.

Birdlife and wildlife

Birdwatchers need look no further than this stunning hotspot for birdlife and wildlife. Birds that are occasionally sighted include: Mute Swan, Whooper Swan, Pink-footed Goose, Common Eider, Red-throated Diver, Shag, Little Grebe, Ringed Plover, Golden Plover, Dunlin, Snipe, Turnstone, Black-headed Gull, Iceland Gull, Glaucous Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Guillemot, Razorbill, Little Auk, White-tailed Sea Eagle, Sparrowhawk, Golden Eagle (above 1,500 ft usually), Kestrel, Merlin, and Peregrine,Birds often found around the Croe Saltmarsh and Loch Duich include (depending upon season): Greylag Goose, Wigeon, Teal, Mallard, Red-breasted Merganser, Goosander, Cormorant, Grey Heron, Oystercatcher, Curlew, Common sandpiper, Greenshank, Redshank, Mew (Common) Gull, Herring Gull & Buzzard.Sea eagles and golden eagles can often be seen on Loch Duich. In addition to the fantastic bird life you may also be able to spot deer, otters, badgers, pine martin, stags , seals, porpoises and dolphins.

Rates:

Nov – March £1000 per week, April £1100 per week, May to September £1300 per week, October £1100 per week, Christmas/New Year £1500 per week.(Discounted for couples)

1. 3 night breaks £200 per night or £180  per night for couples. Dressing gowns and slippers supplied for hot tub use. Check in 5pm check out 10am.The property comes supplied with one basket of wood, further wood can be purchased from the owner on request.

Reviews:

“Would happily recommend and hopefully return one day. Even better and larger than photos suggest. Fantastic views of loch and mountains. Good location -near to lots of great walks and many great day trips in the area. Sufficiently away from main road and other properties to feel very private. Well appointed facilities especially kitchen – ideal for catering and very comfortable. Also felt reassuringly clean and safe in Covid times with enhanced cleaning procedures. Despite plenty of rain – the views were still majestic and enjoyed visiting Skye, Plockton , Eilean Donan castle , Loch Maree. Christine was an attentive host always quick to reply – not that there were any problems, and even apologised for weather!”

“Absolutely amazing. This property is exceptionally beautiful – surrounded by breathtaking Highland scapes. It is luxurious, well-appointed, and has everything you need for a home away from home. Christine provides a personal touch that was very nice indeed, and we loved the house so much that we barely stepped out all. Definitely recommend!”

“This is an outstanding property. The views are stunning and it has to be one of the most well equipped houses we have stayed in. It was very easy to travel to places to visit and Christine was on hand to answer any queries.