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Scarba, a single-storey lodge, consists of a kitchen/diner with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, kettle, toaster, and dining seating for two, and a sitting room with sofa, two armchairs, and smart TV. The bedrooms consist of a double and twin. There is a shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and heated towel rail, and WC. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is an enclosed rear garden with decking, garden table and chairs, dome with electric and heating, lawn, barbecue, and off-road parking for one car. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Enjoy a splendid retreat at Scarba. Note: Steps leading up to the property, please take care. Scottish Licence Number AR03419N GHKB of 240gbp

The village of Balvicar is found on Seil, the most northerly of the Slate Islands, attached to the Scottish mainland by the Clachan Bridge, built in 1793 and now famously known as the 'Bridge over the Atlantic' as it spans the narrow strip of ocean. This is a very peaceful and tranquil area, with an abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery which is wonderful for walking, birdwatching, cycling, boating and fishing. Balvicar's village shop and post office boast a wide range of groceries, newspapers, fishing tackle for sale and golf clubs for use at the adjacent Golf Club. The two other inhabited slate islands, Easdale and Luing, are reached by a small passenger ferry and a car ferry respectively. Not to be missed are the high adrenaline boat trips by Sea-fari and the more sedate trips by Sealife Adventures, which offer a wide range of marine eco-tours that include visits to the Gulf of Corryvreckan, home of the world's third largest whirlpool, whale and dolphin watching as well as the chance to spot basking sharks and a wealth of seabirds.