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  • Caravan/mobile home
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 5 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Not suitable for children
  • No pets allowed

From the owner

Glen-river is a large two bedroom static caravan (size 35ft by 12ft) which sleeps 4+2 and is ideally situated in a peaceful location at the top of the Glen.

It is an excellent place to stay for couples, small families, hill walkers, bird watchers and wildlife watchers as it is at the foot of Heaval (the highest hill on Barra). Many birds and a variety of flowers can be seen around Glen-river.

The caravan is half a mile from the ferry terminal, shops, café, bars, restaurants, the bank and Kisimul Castle. It is 2.5 miles from the nearest beach and 7.5 miles from Barra Airport.

The accommodation comprises of an open plan well appointed lounge, dining area and kitchen fully equipped with a fridge with freezer compartment, gas cooker, microwave, kettle, toaster, cooking utensils, crockery and pots. There is electric heating throughout the caravan.

It has a large double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a twin bedroom with a fitted wardrobe. All bed linen, towels and a hairdryer are provided.

The bathroom is spacious and comprises a WC, electric shower, and wash hand basin.

A decking area is situated adjacent to the caravan with a table and chairs for sitting outside.

Laundry facilities, an iron and ironing board and an inside storage area for bicycles and wet gear is provided. There is a large area for parking beside the caravan. Available from April to November for £300 – 400 per week.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Wet room

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Internet access
Glen-River Caravan – Home 8996871

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    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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    Things to know

    Check in: 14:00 Check out: 10:00
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    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: ($61.77) £50.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    Manager restrictions

    Minimum stay: 5 night

    About the owner

    Catherine M.
    Average reply time:
    27 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    08 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    6

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    United Kingdom
    Languages spoken: English
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    Karen R
    Lancing, United Kingdom

    Perfect Barra accommodation
    Oct 2019

    Glen-river is a spotlessly clean large caravan equipped with everything you could possibly need. Very comfy double bed, top quality linen and towels, good size bathroom with nice shower. TV with DVD p… More 

    6 Oct 2019

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    JillM2008
    Worksop, United Kingdom

    Excellent accommodation, location and hosts
    Sep 2018

    Extremely clean caravan with lovely views down the Glen towards Vatersay and close to village facilities. Everything you could want for a self catering holiday; Catherine and Ian have put a lot of th… More 

    17 Sep 2018

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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    Excellent stay
    Aug 2018

    Caravan spotless and comfortable, hosts very hospitable. Lovely island with stunning scenery and beaches. Will definitely be back!

    3 Sep 2018

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    Theresa C
    Dartford, United Kingdom

    Excellent stay
    Aug 2018

    Lovely caravan. Spotlessly clean, has everything you need. Catherine & Ian very hospitable. Will definitely be returning.

    3 Sep 2018

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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    Best of Barra
    Aug 2018

    Glen River caravan was great! Catherine and Iain are super hosts who go out of their way to assist. I would recommend to anybody visiting Barra - which is a mini Scottish paradise.

    25 Aug 2018

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