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Macaulay Cottage, Grosebay, Isle of Harris

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9.9Outstanding

(37 Ratings)

The property received high praise for its cleanliness, welcoming hosts, well-equipped amenities, and beautiful surroundings.

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9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(37 Ratings)

House in Scotland

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

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About this house rental

Macaulay Cottage is a traditional 4 bedroom stone built house set in the beautiful surroundings of the Golden Road in the village of Grosebay.
Fully furnished 2 storey house sleeping up to 7 people. Lower floor features dining room, sitting room, kitchen, one twin bedroom, one single bedroom and toilet with shower. Upper floor features 2 double bedrooms and bathroom with shower. Electric heating in most of the rooms.
Dogs are welcome at Macaulay cottage.
Only 2 minutes from the sea where otters and seals can be seen playing. Wildlife enthusiasts may be interested in eagle sightings in the area. Ideal base for hillwalking, fishing, golf or just a peaceful and relaxing holiday. A 20 minute drive from the famous sandy beaches of Harris. Local attractions include Harris Tweed, distillery, art galleries and trips to St Kilda.

Amenities at Macaulay Cottage, Grosebay, Isle of Harris

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Scotland

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Nearby attractions

Stirling Castle

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

The Scottish Crannog Centre

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

9.9Outstanding

(37 Ratings)

The property received high praise for its cleanliness, welcoming hosts, well-equipped amenities, and beautiful surroundings.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(37 Ratings)

House in Scotland

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Scotland

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Stirling Castle

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

The Scottish Crannog Centre

About this house rental

Macaulay Cottage is a traditional 4 bedroom stone built house set in the beautiful surroundings of the Golden Road in the village of Grosebay.
Fully furnished 2 storey house sleeping up to 7 people. Lower floor features dining room, sitting room, kitchen, one twin bedroom, one single bedroom and toilet with shower. Upper floor features 2 double bedrooms and bathroom with shower. Electric heating in most of the rooms.
Dogs are welcome at Macaulay cottage.
Only 2 minutes from the sea where otters and seals can be seen playing. Wildlife enthusiasts may be interested in eagle sightings in the area. Ideal base for hillwalking, fishing, golf or just a peaceful and relaxing holiday. A 20 minute drive from the famous sandy beaches of Harris. Local attractions include Harris Tweed, distillery, art galleries and trips to St Kilda.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(37 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

The property received high praise for its cleanliness, welcoming hosts, well-equipped amenities, and beautiful surroundings.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

10.0 / 10.0

This property has everything you will need for your stay on Harris, exceptionally well presented and equipped. The owners have done everything to ensure that aĺ needs are catered for. The location whilst being remote is extremely peaceful and within easy reach of Tarbert for supplies and the ferry.

10.0 / 10.0

We loved Macaulay cottage - it’s in a great location for visiting the many wonderful beaches and bays on Harris. The cottage has everything you need and the owners are really helpful. It was a great place to return to after a day out. Some of the well known walks (Scholars path and coffin trail) start from the cottage or nearby. We enjoyed kayaking with seals in the the bay by the cottage.

10.0 / 10.0

A superb property just far enough to be secluded and quiet but near enough to visit all the sights and scenery of Harris. A welcome home from home.

10.0 / 10.0

We really enjoyed our holiday cottage stay, it was nice, warm and cosy.We always love our holidays on the islands, we love the craggy area and the lochs and lochans, it's so nice and peaceful. Thank you, Maree and John, for your hospitality and a lovely stay. All our best wishes to you and your family for 2025. John and Edith.

10.0 / 10.0

We looked forward to Christmas in Grosebay for almost 12 months and we were not disappointed. The hosts were fantastic and nothing was too much trouble when we asked questions in advance of our stay. The photos of the property really do not do the justice the cottage deserves. Its spotless, spacious and extremely well equipped. The location was perfect, close enough to visit everything we wanted to. We definitely intend to visit again in the warmer months but we had a christmas to remember forever.

10.0 / 10.0

Very nice and comfy house with all amenities. In lovely situation quiet but still handy for great beaches and Tarbet. Also very dog friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

A great house, brilliant location, very quiet and well equipped, everything you needed for a wonderful holiday. There was plenty of space, the kitchen was well equipped, and the hosts were friendly and made us feel very welcome , along with our 5 Scottish Terriers. We all had a great time and will definitely be back. Thank you.

10.0 / 10.0

A great house in a beautiful and quiet area at the Golden Road. It had everything you need to feel at home. Especially the kitchen is well equiped and the beds are very confy. As we stayed there with two couplés, the two bathrooms were a real bonus.

10.0 / 10.0

The eggs and the wine were a nice touch. Thank you.

10.0 / 10.0

A lovely well equipped, well kept property. We are already booked to stay again later in the year.

10.0 / 10.0

Cottage was excellent, very clean and had everything we needed. Hosts were friendly and helpful. Lovely welcome with flowers, wine & fresh eggs from their own chickens.

10.0 / 10.0

What a wonderful cottage to stay in on the Isle of Harris. The host could not be more helpful and made us feel so welcome. The cottage is ideally situated to explore the whole of Harris.

10.0 / 10.0

Very well equipped house. Hosts welcomed us at start of holiday and helped out when we had a problem with our car. Thank you. Amazing views. Found walk....scholars path....which we did with our dog.

10.0 / 10.0

Very well equipped and comfortable. Easy to access parts the island. Welcoming host.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a fantastic stay. Great location for travelling all over Harris. The house is well very equipped and we felt completely at home. This was our second stay and we hope to be back again next year. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

The cottage was spotless. we arrived to find a bottle of wine and fresh eggs waiting for us. We were made very welcome by Maree's parents on her behalf. The location was ideal for us to locate our days out walking on and among the hills. We hope to stay again

10.0 / 10.0

The garden was fabulous for our dog. Completely fenced and the situation of the house was beautiful. Anyone staying there would definitely need a car.

10.0 / 10.0

Great place to stay and explore Harris

8.0 / 10.0

Excellent accommodation with beautiful views from the cottage. It was immaculately clean with everything we needed. The beaches on Harris were amazing especially Luskentyre. We were so lucky with the weather as well so couldn’t fault the holiday at all.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely property, good location close to Tarbert, the sheep were so entertaining! Easy communication and check in/out process. Hope to be back! Thank you, Maree!

10.0 / 10.0

Great cottage in spectacular setting

Great cottage in spectacular setting

This cottage enjoys a fantastic setting in Harris, a short drive from some of the best beaches you will ever see, mountains, wildlife and 2 billion year-old rocks! There is a large, secure garden outside and inside is warm and spacious with every facility you will need. I would not hesitate in recommending this property.

10.0 / 10.0

Braw

Braw

Excellent communication etc with the owners.

10.0 / 10.0

Homely,welcoming cottage

Homely,welcoming cottage

Property was excellent. Couldn't fault it. Lovely welcoming touches. Absolutely everything we needed was there. Very comfortable and space wise for 7 perfect. Lovely welcome from hosts mother who we could go to for anything we needed. Location was great for going north, south or west. East would have taken us out to sea!! Many thanks.

10.0 / 10.0

Family holiday

Family holiday

Lovely welcome, cosy, comfortable, clean and well equipped cottage in great location for exploring.

10.0 / 10.0

Cody and homely

Cody and homely

Very straight forward good communication with the owner in booking it .Very welcoming flowers,bottle of wine and 6 fresh eggs on arrival .3of us in total and all the kitchen equipment we needed .Two bathrooms which was great .Walks from the house which was great with the dog.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely holiday home in beautiful location.

Lovely holiday home in beautiful location.

We spent a week in this lovely holiday home. The house is really comfortable and equipped to a high standard with everything you could need. Very friendly reception and helpful information. Would definitely recommend. The surrounding area is beautiful.

10.0 / 10.0

wonderful experience in a beautiful and magical place

wonderful experience in a beautiful and magical place

very comfortable ;in a great position and served all our needs .our host was very welcoming and thoughtful .just a joy to be there .tapadh leat maree .

5.0 / 10.0

The cottage really felt like home. Welcoming flowers, eggs and wine, everything you need is in the cottage. The view is stunning. We loved it and highly recommend it.

10.0 / 10.0

Great cottage in a wonderful location

Great cottage in a wonderful location

The cottage really felt like home. Welcoming flowers, eggs and wine, everything you need is in the cottage. The view is stunning. We loved it and highly recommend it.

10.0 / 10.0

Our great week at Macauley Cottage

Our great week at Macauley Cottage

Loved the cottage from the moment we stepped inside, it was a pleasure to come home to after a days walking and exploring. Delighted to meet the family, the friendly welcome we received made us feel really welcome. Many thanks, Alan, Jim and Michael.

5.0 / 10.0

Our group of walking friends had a great week at Macaulay Cottage. It was comfortable, clean, cosy and generally well equipped. Well placed on the famous "Golden Road", but not too far off the "main" road to be a good base - less than 15 mins drive into Tarbert.The host's parents on the nextdoor croft were friendly and helpful, and we loved the sheep and lambs, ably organised by Bob dog!We had generally good weather, out for walks every day except when we went sight seeing to Lewis - a long drive, but worth seeing the Callanish Stones, Uig beach and Arnol Blackhouse (from the outside). Plus visiting the Scallop Shack and the Hebridean Soap Company.Altogether, a wonderful holiday.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely cottage, good location for exploring Harris

Lovely cottage, good location for exploring Harris

Our group of walking friends had a great week at Macaulay Cottage. It was comfortable, clean, cosy and generally well equipped. Well placed on the famous "Golden Road", but not too far off the "main" road to be a good base - less than 15 mins drive into Tarbert. The host's parents on the nextdoor croft were friendly and helpful, and we loved the sheep and lambs, ably organised by Bob dog! We had generally good weather, out for walks every day except when we went sight seeing to Lewis - a long drive, but worth seeing the Callanish Stones, Uig beach and Arnol Blackhouse (from the outside). Plus visiting the Scallop Shack and the Hebridean Soap Company. Altogether, a wonderful holiday.

10.0 / 10.0

Macauley Cottage

Macauley Cottage

Lovely host family who were most helpful to us. Large, comfortable and well furnished house with a well equipped kitchen. Good views over Grosebay and surrounding landscape. Excellent wifi and TV reception. This is an excellent base from which to explore south and north Harris. Only a short distance from shops, restaurants and petrol.

10.0 / 10.0

Didn't want to go home

Didn't want to go home

Cottage was clean, cozy and welcoming and had everything anyone could need. Maree came to see us as we arrived and made us feel so welcome. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend to all.

10.0 / 10.0

Roomy and very comfortable cottage in a beautiful location.

Roomy and very comfortable cottage in a beautiful location.

Roomy and very comfortable cottage in a beautiful location.

10.0 / 10.0

Comfortable, excellent location

Comfortable, excellent location

We had a wonderful stay at McCaulay Cottage, and left wishing we were going to stay there longer.

10.0 / 10.0

Schönes Haus, nette Gastgeber inmitten schöner Natur. Aber unbedingt vorher in Stornoway einkaufen.

Schönes Haus, nette Gastgeber inmitten schöner Natur. Aber unbedingt vorher in Stornoway einkaufen.

Schöne Wanderwege, aber noch schöner einfach über die Hügel eigene Wege finden. Tolle Strände. Aber kaum Möglichkeiten essen zu gehen . Selbst in Tarbert kann man kaum Lebensmittel kaufen. Also unbedingt in Stornoway komplett eindecken.Sehr nette Galerien teils mit Café.

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