Loch Shin Glamping Pods

Forge Cottage, Lairg, IV27 4DN, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>510</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
510 reviews

The views were amazing and meeting the animals too. Was a lovely relaxing holiday and the hosts were very helpful and allowed us the lights off to watch the stars. Was very clean and tidy and perfect for my small dog who came with us.

Elspeth United Kingdom
a kitchen in a tiny house with a sink and a tub at Loch Shin Glamping Pods in Lairg
a kitchen with a sink and a microwave at Loch Shin Glamping Pods in Lairg
a bed in a small room with a window at Loch Shin Glamping Pods in Lairg
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Loch Shin Glamping Pods

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  • Entire home
  • 172 ft² size
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Loch Shin Glamping Pods offers pet-friendly accommodations in Lairg. Ullapool is 29 mi away. Free private parking is available on site. All units have a flat-screen TV. Some units include a seating area and/or balcony. There is also a kitchenette, equipped with a microwave. A fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. Bed linen and towels can be hired for a surcharge. Tain is 23 mi from Loch Shin Glamping Pods. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 40 mi from Loch Shin Glamping Pods.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Reliable Info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
2 sofa beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
High score for Lairg
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  • Elspeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The views were amazing and meeting the animals too. Was a lovely relaxing holiday and the hosts were very helpful and allowed us the lights off to watch the stars. Was very clean and tidy and perfect for my small dog who came with us.”
  • Sabrina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The site is beautiful and the facilities are ample. We loved to open the door and see so many sheep in the morning. The host is very easy to communicate with and the pod is big enough to fit us 3 adults. It should be no problem to fit a family of...”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A fantastic location, brilliant accomodation and the hosts Anita and John are so lovely! The kids loved meeting the animals, and breakfast from the van was brilliant!”

Hosted by Anita & John Douglas

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
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Anita & John Douglas
Four cosy wooden pods situated 4 miles NW from the village of Lairg in a rural location. The pods (approx. 6.5m x 3.5m) are heated with en-suite facilities and boast a small kitchenette with everything you need for a self catering stay (electric hob and microwave, there is no oven or toaster but a toasty pan means you don't miss out). Sleeping up to 4 people there is a double bed and a full sized sofa bed with bedding and towels packs are included (the pods are ideal for 2 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, may feel a bit cosy with 4 adults). Each pod offers stunning views which can be enjoyed from their own patio area and each pod also has a fire pit so that you can enjoy the views and night sky keeping warm and cosy. Whilst the pods are not loch side, the pods have lovely views over to Loch Shin and it isn't far to get to the 26 mile loch from the site and Anita and John are happy to advise on where to access the loch for fishing, swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. April through to September we also have a small catering van for freshly cooked breakfast rolls, speciality teas and freshly ground coffee. We have a EV home charger for use (must be booked in advance). There is no Wifi available in the pods due to our location however, there is a very good 4G signal.
Your hosts Anita & John have always enjoyed the outdoors and love exploring the Highlands. Alongside the pods they run a small croft where they keep sheep, a small herd of red deer, five highland coos (Bonnie, Fifi, Bruce and Lewis), Rosie, Alma, Kay, Nancy and Asher (the alpacas) and chickens (don't worry no noisy cockerels). You can enjoy feeding the coos, deer and alpacas or collect some fresh eggs for your breakfast. Anita & John love meeting and chatting to guests and are really happy to give recommendations for activities, routes, walks and attractions. Equally if you prefer to be left alone to enjoy your holiday the guest information has a plenty of suggestions for days out and trips.
There are some lovely walks easily accessible from the pod field. For the more adventurous there are a number of munros (mountains over 3000ft) within an hours drive of the site. The guest information in each pod highlights a number of day trips and local attractions. We often have people using the pods as a base to explore the NC500 with most attractions within 45 miles of the site.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Loch Shin Glamping Pods
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
  • Sofa bed
  • Private entrance
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Lake view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Up to two pets can be accommodated for an additional fee of GBP 5 per stay.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: Licence number:HI-00119-F

FAQs about Loch Shin Glamping Pods

  • Loch Shin Glamping Pods has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Loch Shin Glamping Pods is 3.7 miles from the center of Lairg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Loch Shin Glamping Pods offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • Loch Shin Glamping Pods can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Loch Shin Glamping Pods is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Loch Shin Glamping Pods may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.