Title: This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32900400/32900395/c4508071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32900400/32900395/1ecc0be8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32900400/32900395/df2c348c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32900400/32900395/f074b72d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32910000/32900400/32900395/22d59776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Just a few minutes' walk from an unspoilt sandy beach, this detached bungalow offers fabulous views across the Minch to the Isle of Skye. With a cosy open fire and Wi-Fi included, you can unwind in comfort after exploring nearby Gairloch village or taking part in outdoor activities like horse riding at Red Point. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. Enjoy fabulous views and a cosy open fire.. 5 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Freesat, DVDs, Open Fire Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed Bathroom: Jacuzzi Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Separate Toilet.. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Cot and highchair. Doggy extras. Large lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike storage in garage. Electric car charging point. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Enjoying fabulous views across the Minch to the Isle of Skye, this comfortable detached holiday bungalow was updated in 2021 with a new kitchen and new sofa and chairs. It is just a few minutes’ walk from an unspoilt sandy beach, and only 9 miles from the pretty village of Gairloch, where the nearest shops are to be found. The nearest pub/restaurant is at Badachro, 3 miles away, but the wider area has many coffee shops and restaurants, along with other places of interest. Within easy reach of Skye, Ullapool, Plockton, Eilean Donan Castle and Inverness for day trips, this part of Wester Ross is famous for dolphins, whales and seabirds, and the area has beautiful beaches as well as being a superb area for climbing and hill walking, with the dramatic Torridon mountain range as a backdrop. Horse riding is also available at Red Point (3 miles), and there is a nine-hole golf course in Gairloch. Fishing opportunities are located nearby. Free WiFi EPC Rating = C Pets must be kept on a lead at all times. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 HI10102F If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Cottage 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Opinan Near Gairloch su-RCHN109-RCHN109 3 bedroom accommodation in Opinan, near Gairloch Cottage ## About the area Located in Gairloch, this cottage is in a rural area. Badachro Distillery and Gairloch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch nan Eun and Loch Bad na h-Achlaise. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. [Visit our Gairloch travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch.dx182771) [View more Cottages in Gairloch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gairloch-Cottages.d182771-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.68716%2C-5.78237&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZUsld-nfAl8U-iSr72FULSxUldU=) Opinan, near Gairloch ### What's nearby - Gairloch Sitooterie - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles - Redpoint Beach - 13 min drive - 4.0 miles - Gairloch Beach - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles - Big Sand Beach - 21 min drive - 14.0 miles - Inverewe Gardens - 27 min drive - 17.5 miles ### Getting around - Inverness (INV) - 126 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Coast Coffee Co - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive - ‪Hai Yang - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Old Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Loch nan Eun and within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Bad na h-Achlaise and Badachro Distillery. Eilean Horrisdale is 3.1 mi (5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## This detached bungalow is just minutes’ walk from a sandy beach. Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni 27 Oct 2019 #### Very well equipped cottage, this is our second visit to Grinills and still enjoyed it. Very well equipped cottage, this is our second visit to Grinills and still enjoyed it. Nice and cozy even though it was wild weather outside. We knew there was quite a drive to nearest shop, so prepared for that by making sure we had bread, milk and things for suppers. Beautiful views and lovely places to walk, even if we had to drive to them first. Would have liked a more secure garden for the dogs but that is our only issue. ##### Jenni ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter d. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice cottage We had a lovely stay in Opinan, near Gairloch. The house was clean, we had nice beds and we enjoyed the the bath. Extra's where the views over the bay, and the nearby beach. (water was a bit cold). a very nice place to stay. But specially for the first night, don't forget to bring your diner and breakfast, as the nearest shop is about a 20 minutes by car. We recommend a stay in this cottage on this special location. ##### Peter d. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 23 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Erradale Clean and tidy. A pleasurable stay. ##### Michael M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe N. 22 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and idyllic location We stayed at Grinills with my toddler and parents for a few days. The location was perfect for my toddler who loved running and rolling about on the beach, and there were lots of toys and books for him too. The views from the house were spectacular. Everything was really clean even if the decor is a little dated. The kitchen was really well equipped and all appliances worked well. The garage came in really useful as we had various bikes and equipment with us. We've since moved to another holiday house nearer Skye but missing Grinills and wishing we'd stayed there longer! ##### Zoe N. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### DIANE 7 Sept 2020 #### We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing family holiday at Grinills. We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing family holiday at Grinills. Great sea views, close to the beach, and lovely walks from the cottage. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### DIANE This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin 27 Oct 2019 #### A A regular haunt and haven ##### Colin This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry 11 Sept 2019 #### L Love it here, our 2nd visit We will be back for a 3rd ##### Barry This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Alison 8 Sept 2019 #### Grinills is located in a beautiful isolated spot with a lovely beach just across the road. Grinills is located in a beautiful isolated spot with a lovely beach just across the road. The owners have tried to cover every base re games, dvds, Wii, beach toys, beach towels etc and it was lovely that they had thought of bread, cheese, butter and milk for us. There were also some staples in the cupboard like pasta etc and chocolates on the table. Grinills is not the prettiest house and the decor is dated and a little tired in places. However, it was clean and comfortable and cosy and we loved our stay there. Not being a pristine show house meant that we could relax with the children. ##### Alison ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin L. 15 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Opinan Spent a week with various family members & the dog in this nice wee house in a beautiful quiet corner of the world. Lots of activities to do & places to visit. Plus we were lucky with the weather :-) Only minor issues were a microwave with temperamental controls & my son reported one of the single beds a bit creaky. Would recommend & I would go back. ##### Colin L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 26 May 2019 #### Our second stay in this lovely cottage - really comfortable and well equipped with stunning views an Our second stay in this lovely cottage - really comfortable and well equipped with stunning views and a beach just over the road. Highly recommended. ##### Sue This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Steve 13 May 2019 #### This is our 4th time at this property and whilst the cleanliness and location cant be faulted, some This is our 4th time at this property and whilst the cleanliness and location cant be faulted, some of the kitchen equipment is showing its age, also the twin room single bed mattresses have waved the white flag and need to be replaced. overall the property is a brilliant but needs a few pounds spending on it to bring it back to where it was 4 years ago ##### Steve ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Golden Jubilee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clydebank-Hotels-Golden-Jubilee-Hotel.h664349.Hotel-Information) > > [Moffat Manor Country Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moffat-Hotels-Moffat-Manor-Country-Park.h17709438.Hotel-Information) > > [Ardoe House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Ardoe-House-Hotel-Spa.h23180.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfermline-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-Queensferry-Crossing.h1152983.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromlix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunblane-Hotels-Cromlix.h1580309.Hotel-Information) > > [Glenisle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Arran-Hotels-Glenisle-Hotel.h2810774.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Melfort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Hotels-Loch-Melfort-Hotel.h520255.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow East Kilbride by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-East-Kilbride.h520428.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen of the Loch, Balloch by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Queen-Of-The-Loch-By-Marstons-Inns.h33716771.Hotel-Information) > > [Auchrannie Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Arran-Hotels-Auchrannie-Resort.h4140916.Hotel-Information) > > [The Fenwick Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kilmarnock-Hotels-The-Fenwick-Hotel.h80930.Hotel-Information) > > [Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Glasgow-Westerwood-Spa-Golf-Resort.h893990.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kenmore Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberfeldy-Hotels-The-Kenmore-Club.h9234110.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochside House Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cumnock-Hotels-Lochside-House-Hotel-Spa.h900570.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Crutherland House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Macdonald-Crutherland-House-And-Spa.h569463.Hotel-Information) > > [Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Glasgow-Hotels-Gleddoch-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h1502522.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [Parklands Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Parklands-Hotel-Country-Club.h14766742.Hotel-Information) > > [Duck Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Duck-Bay-Hotel.h30097341.Hotel-Information) > > [The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranraer-Hotels-Portpatrick-Hotel.h13430754.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Perth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Perth-Hotels-Leonardo-Boutique-Huntingtower-Perth.h859382.Hotel-Information) > > [The Busby Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-The-Busby-Hotel.h10004759.Hotel-Information) > > [Coylumbridge Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aviemore-Hotels-Coylumbridge-Resort-Hotel.h520458.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tarbet Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-The-Tarbet-Hotel.h13407451.Hotel-Information) > > [Portavadie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tighnabruaich-Hotels-Portavadie.h11974275.Hotel-Information) > > [Onich Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-Onich-Hotel.h48439952.Hotel-Information) > > [Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Kilbride-Hotels-Seamill-Hydro-Hotel-Resort.h1818213.Hotel-Information) > > [Bowfield Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johnstone-Hotels-Bowfield-Hotel-Country-Club.h1796965.Hotel-Information)