The Cart Barn
Unique, luxury self catering holiday accommodation in the Scottish Highlands
The Cart Barn offers peace and tranquillity in beautifully restored accommodation, set in 26 acres of landscaped and wild grounds. This stunning renovation of a Victorian steading was completed in 2009 as part of a small group of farm buildings which sit between mountains and the sea, some 400 metres from the bay at Roshven house. The very high standard of accommodation and finishes include oak floors, terracotta tiling, plush carpeting, fabulous bedding and furnishings throughout.
Overview:
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3 Bedrooms, 2 doubles (one en-suite) , 1 twin
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Self catering
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Garden and patio area
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Underfloor heating
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Dogs by prior arrangement
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Non-smokers only please
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Pubs and restaurants within a few minutes drive
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Just a 5 minute walk from the beach
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Small children must be supervised whilst outside, as the garden features water areas
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The Cart Barn sits just to the south of the Knoydart peninsula, the last true wilderness area of Great Britain
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Fly/sea fishing and deer stalking available locally in season
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A great base for kayaking and hill walking
Short Term Lets Licence - Applied for
Following recent notification from the Scottish Government that all holiday and short term letting accommodation is now required to comply with regulations and acquire a Short Term Lets licence to be able to continue trading, guests are hereby notified that our Licence Application is now in the queue and we will indicate our number when we have it.
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EPC Cart Barn dated 18th July 2023 saw the EER as band C
& the EI(CO2)R as band D
Just a few of the comments we have received from previous guests
‘Stunning base for some lovely explorations! Stunning beaches, fantastic walks & beautiful & cosy house to come back to. A great antidote to the pandemic....’
(September 2020)
‘ We have loved the secret beach. I was thrilled to have a picnic on Staffa & we were privileged to watch Orcas. The kids were shaking with excitement. Later that day I came face to face with an otter. All this and cowrie shells too.’
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(August 2020)
‘After months of Lockdown it has been bliss staying at the Cart Barn. It is a gorgeous house in a beautiful location; we loved exploring all of the hidden bays..... so much space to run around in....’
(July 2020)
'....... a brilliant stay at The Cart Barn. The cottage is beautiful, charming and perfectly equipped.'
(May 2018)
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'...... great accommodation, excellent hosting, deep undisturbed sleep and of course the sea and mountains. ....... Hopefully we shall return before too long to spend more time on the secret beach and to explore the Ardnamurchan a bit more!!!
(August 2018)
'..... what a find!! A stunning setting and fabulous accommodation which is homely yet wonderfully luxurious.'
(September 2018)
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'What more could we ask for? It was fantastic to arrive at the Cart Barn and it exceeded our expectations in every way!'
(April 2017)
'The Cart Barn is the most wonderful property, in the most wonderful location....It is magical'
(April 2013)
‘We’ve all had a truly wonderful holiday at the Cart Barn…….the house is the last word in comfort’
(Christmas 2011)
Love this place! The area is so beautiful and there is so much to do and see-as well as finding time to relax-a week is not enough!
(August 2015)
'finished our week with kayaking at Arisaig and a BBQ on Cammusdarrach beach - just beautiful!'
(May 2017)
‘…it’s the best we’ve stayed in, so comfortable and luxurious, with so many thoughtful touches for the guests’
(June 2014)
'Thank you for making us so welcome.... it is with reluctance we leave!'
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Another great trip our third year on the bounce. Mixed weather with a few wonderfully clear days. As always great wildlife including otters and White Tailed Eagles.
(October 2016)
'We had a fabulous time here in The Cart Barn and exploring the surrounding area. ....... we have had a very comfortable stay in the beautiful and well equipped accommodation'.
(July 2017)
‘It’s the most beautiful accommodation we have stayed in and it’s our favourite place’
(Dec 2014)
‘We have had a wonderful time.....we’ve cycled, kayaked and walked all over and it’s been a warm base to come back to. In fact The Cart Barn has been so nice it will be a shame to go home’
(June 2014)