Our Eyrie Byre (on the right, above) reflects the real Harris. You won't be finding a widescreen TV or hot tub here I'm afraid. It is ideal if you love to watch the wildlife whilst having breakfast, and just need somewhere warm and dry to come home to after a long day on the hill or beach. It is not unusual to spot seals, eagles, divers and otters from its windows, and it is wonderful to be aware of the tide's movements, and watch the constant changing colours and light on the water and hills.
Accommodation simply comprises of an open plan kitchen/living room, which converts to bedroom at night. There is a loft area for you to store kit, and an entrance porch which serves for boots, coats etc. The shower room has a large electric shower, basin and toilet. The kitchen is equipped with oven, hob, fridge, kettle and toaster.
There is a wood-burner which you may wish to light, but we find that during the summer months this is never a necessity. The Byre is a recent build, and is very well insulated. Burning a couple of logs will quickly make it extremely toasty.
There is no wifi, but if you are with Vodafone, Tesco or EE, you stand a good chance of having 3 or 4G. There is no TV, just a radio.
The Byre has been issued a short term let license (ES00928F) by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
It has an EPC at Band D (68)
Canoe
On very calm days guests are invited to use our open canoe. Buoyancy aids provided.
Dogs
We allow well behaved dogs, but on no account must he or she be allowed on the furniture. Dog owners please note that there are livestock roaming free all around the village.
The Area
Meavaig North is a tiny village on the amazing B887. Its proper name is Miabhag Nam Beann, which translates as 'Narrow Bay of the Mountains'. There are only 6 other houses in the village, all inhabited by our lovely neighbours, who have supported us over the years it has taken for Daryll to build the Byre, and then our house, which is just a bit further down the track.
Miabhag Nam Beann is 7 miles west of Tarbert, and is known for the North Harris Trust Eagle Observatory which is situated in the same glen. The estate track which leads to the observatory provides great access to the wild North Harris Hills. Continuing on down the road past Miabhag Nam Beann will take you past Abhainsuidhe Castle, and eventually to the incredible Huisinis Beach at the road end.
Directions
The Byre is easy to spot as soon as you enter the Glen Miabhag; it is the smaller of two wooden clad buildings on the far side of the loch. It is accessed by the fourth track on your left hand side as you drive slightly uphill through the village. The track is short but quite steep, with a cattle grid at the top, but if you would rather not bring your car down to park outside, there is ample parking on the road by the post box.
Sundays
Everything is shut on Sundays apart from the Hotels in Tarbert. Make sure you have enough fuel and food!
Accommodation simply comprises of an open plan kitchen/living room, which converts to bedroom at night. There is a loft area for you to store kit, and an entrance porch which serves for boots, coats etc. The shower room has a large electric shower, basin and toilet. The kitchen is equipped with oven, hob, fridge, kettle and toaster.
There is a wood-burner which you may wish to light, but we find that during the summer months this is never a necessity. The Byre is a recent build, and is very well insulated. Burning a couple of logs will quickly make it extremely toasty.
There is no wifi, but if you are with Vodafone, Tesco or EE, you stand a good chance of having 3 or 4G. There is no TV, just a radio.
The Byre has been issued a short term let license (ES00928F) by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
It has an EPC at Band D (68)
Canoe
On very calm days guests are invited to use our open canoe. Buoyancy aids provided.
Dogs
We allow well behaved dogs, but on no account must he or she be allowed on the furniture. Dog owners please note that there are livestock roaming free all around the village.
The Area
Meavaig North is a tiny village on the amazing B887. Its proper name is Miabhag Nam Beann, which translates as 'Narrow Bay of the Mountains'. There are only 6 other houses in the village, all inhabited by our lovely neighbours, who have supported us over the years it has taken for Daryll to build the Byre, and then our house, which is just a bit further down the track.
Miabhag Nam Beann is 7 miles west of Tarbert, and is known for the North Harris Trust Eagle Observatory which is situated in the same glen. The estate track which leads to the observatory provides great access to the wild North Harris Hills. Continuing on down the road past Miabhag Nam Beann will take you past Abhainsuidhe Castle, and eventually to the incredible Huisinis Beach at the road end.
Directions
The Byre is easy to spot as soon as you enter the Glen Miabhag; it is the smaller of two wooden clad buildings on the far side of the loch. It is accessed by the fourth track on your left hand side as you drive slightly uphill through the village. The track is short but quite steep, with a cattle grid at the top, but if you would rather not bring your car down to park outside, there is ample parking on the road by the post box.
Sundays
Everything is shut on Sundays apart from the Hotels in Tarbert. Make sure you have enough fuel and food!