Cooinda Cottage

45 Customer Reviews

• "The property was extremely clean and welcoming."

  There was a lovely tray of goodies which we thoroughly enjoyed (especially the Tunnocks Tea Cakes) and everything we needed was there. The shower has great pressure and the towels were lovely, soft and fluffy. All in all a very comfortable stay. Thank you!

  Your welcome and we're pleased you enjoyed your stay in our cottage. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Evelyn5.0★Aug 2024

• "This is a very comfortable place to stay, an absolute home from home, comfortable beds , nice living area ,kitchen has all you need,shower is very good too."

  Loch Morar is about 200 m walk and is huge, pretty river close by as well, 2 Miles from Mallaig ,ferry's to the small isles and to Skye operate from here. Mallaig has an awesome artisan bakery on the old pier which will become addictive once visited .Will definitely be coming back for another visit.Highly recommended.

  Thank you very much for such a lovely review, and we look forward to you staying with us again. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2024

• "Very nice clean calm place with very precise instructions."

  A walking distance from the Morar train station. We enjoyed our stay : )

  Very pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for kind review. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Yves5.0★Jul 2024

• "The property was very well equipped, spacious and comfortable."

  However, it could not be described as cosy as every room has wooden floors, easy for management but hard on the feet. We were reluctant to ask for the heating to be put on in June, but it definitely felt chilly. We were aware of the issue about the all-enclosing hedge, but the potential for lovely views down to Loch Morar is sorely missed. The cottage is well placed for exploring the area but it just lacks a bit of character and homeliness.

  Thank you for your feedback. Wooden floors are a bit like marmite, you love them or hate them, many of our guests for various reasons love them. However we are confused when you say you were reluctant to ask for the heating to be put on. Our cottage guests have complete control of the heating as written in the information sheet…. “The control box is on the right as you enter the cottage. The heating times are at 8.00am to 10.00am and again in the evening 6.00pm to 10.30pm. If you require the heating at any other time just press the manual button, however please remember to press the auto button if you are going out or going to bed”. We appreciate your sentiments, but we do not like any guests to be cold and only wish you had thought to mention it to either myself, Mike or in fact our son during one of your chats during the week and we could have reassured you and assisted you in operating the heating controls. As previously mentioned, the hedge acts as both a windbreak and for privacy and will largely remain, although we are currently in discussions to have the Loch end of the hedge reduced. Character and homeliness are personal choices however we do aim to provide a light, clean, modern property as a base to explore the area. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Neil4.4★Jun 2024

• "The patio doors were not correctly secured."

  Also the double glazed glass in these doors was blown, therefore obscuring the beautiful view. Nice location, but didn’t realise it was so close to someone’s home/house garden etc. Plenty to do in the area.

  Thank you for your feedback. Regarding the security of the patio doors, we can only assume someone had not secured the bolt on the left hand door. If you had expressed your concern at the time (when you stayed just over 2mths ago) we would have had the opportunity to check and rectify it for you. Despite our best efforts, due to our location we are unable to get the glass replaced until the end of the season. The weather plays a big part and many of our guests have still been able to enjoy an unobscured view. As you have mentioned and as stated in Sykes description, the property is next door to our own…. “A spacious bright, detached cottage situated next door to the owner's home”. This does mean there is always someone on hand to deal with any small issues if the guest brings it to our attention whilst staying. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anna3.1★May 2024

• "The property is clean, comfortable and well equipped."

  Although very handy for the ferry to Skye other amenities and places of interest are somewhat distant. Overall a good location for a quiet holiday.

  Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gordon4.1★Sep 2023

• "A lovely stay."

  With well provided information and welcome pack. A quiet location but not too many miles from Mallaig to eat or drink out.

  Thank you for your review. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carol3.8★Sep 2023

• "A lovely and comfortable cottage in a pretty, quiet location - in easy reach of Mallaig and lovely beaches."

  Spotlessly clean and nice welcome from hosts. Great value and perfect location for fishing, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Great base to explore islands / Skye … and enjoy the sight of a pod of dolphins (when timing is right).

  Thank you for your kind review and we're pleased you had an enjoyable stay. We hope you are able return for another visit. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Jul 2023

• "The property met and exceeded our expectations."

  The welcome hamper was most generous. The location near Loch Morar(250m) was ideal for evening walks after strenuous days exploring. Saw lots of wildlife red deer, an eagle further down the Loch. Visited Isle of Rum loved the peace and splendour of the scenery. A good jumping of point for the ferries to the outer Hebrides. We had a great holiday. Thanks.

  Thank you for your review and we're pleased you had a great holiday. We hope you are able to return in the future Property Owner

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Jul 2023

• "Everything was perfect."

  Thankyou so much!!

  Thank you for your review and we're pleased that you had a great holiday. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Sep 2022

• "Pretty good, but a couple of negative points: A great shame about the large hedge around the garden cutting off any views."

  It was almost impossible to get a second car into the parking areas when another large car was there.

  Thank you for your feedback. The hedge gives complete privacy and acts as a wind break for those who wish to sit in the garden. You are still however able to see the surrounding hills and mountains. The driveway allows parking for two vehicles in addition their is space for a further two/three vehicles on our private land outside the property. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Keith4.7★Sep 2022

• "Lovely place to stay and Mr and Mrs Cunningham were lovely and very helpful x"

  Reviewed by Archie5.0★Jul 2022

• "This is a warm, comfortable, and well-equipped property situated in walking distance of Loch Morar and the white sand beaches."

  It is a good base for exploring this remote area, eg Moidart and Ardnamurchan. Boat trips from Arisaig or Mallaig (weather permitting). The hosts were very welcoming and attentive. Strongly recommended.

  Reviewed by William4.7★May 2022

• "The cottage was perfect for a family of two adults and two teenagers, it has everything you need for a comfortable stay."

  The location is second to none, with the loch a very short walk away, hotel bar nearby and amazing hidden beaches. Kayaking over to the large wooded islands in the loch was such an adventure. Mallaig has everthing you need for shopping only 2 mile drive. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to others. I would just suggest a mattress topper for the double bed for more comfort. The garden is spacious and a lovely place to sit out with a view of the mountains behind, we often saw deer in the garden behind the cottage. Would love to return as there is so much more to explore.....!

  Thank you for your comments. With regard to your suggestion we have now replaced the beds for new beds and mattresses to ensure greater comfort for our guests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Dominic4.7★Aug 2021

• "Quiet and peaceful place to stay."

  Short drive to Mallaig. Good for walks and close to Silver Sands of Morar. Beds were very uncomfortable, creaking and mattresses need to be replaced immediately. We noticed that other previous residents have complained about them. We were excited to see deer in our garden. Be prepared for a complete detox from the internet and telephone. You may enjoy that or get frustrated without internet access. Be prepared for poor network coverage. It would have been nice to have some bread, milk and eggs in the fridge, and some tea bags and coffee sachets.

  Reviewed by Pijush3.8★Aug 2021

• "The beds and mattresses need replaced."

  For this amount of money it’s the least you would expect. We were happy with everything except this. It was disappointing because we paid a lot to have lumpy mattresses and headboards that weren’t properly attached. But the location was excellent and the space was a good size with a great garden.

  Thank you for your comments. With regard to your suggestion we have now replaced the beds for new beds and mattresses to ensure greater comfort for our guests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynsey4.4★Aug 2021

• "Excellent location for exploring the surrounding area."

  Beautiful beaches only a 5 minute drive away. Cottage is lovely, and opening the French doors to a lovely large garden was an evening highlight. We were lucky enough to see 2 deer within the garden late afternoon and our daughter was was able to feed them. Definitely a highlight. Only let down were the beds. Unfortunately we didn't find them comfy.

  Thank you for your comments. With regard to your suggestion we have now replaced the beds for new beds and mattresses to ensure greater comfort for our guests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emma4.1★Jul 2021

• "Comfortable, well equipped cottage."

  Easy access to small isles boat trips and to Skye. Good local walks. Enjoyable holiday with beautiful weather.

  Reviewed by Muriel3.8★Jun 2021

• "We had a comfortable and relaxing stay at Cooinda cottage and with Lock Morar only a two minute walk away it was just what the doctor ordered."

  Reviewed by Jim5.0★Jun 2021

• "Lovely clean cottage with everything you would need for a holiday ,and bed was comfortable."

  Really quiet area where you just heard the birds and saw deer in the garden .great spot to tour around from and nice to come back too at night .Good places to walk to locally and of course all the beautiful beaches are just a walk or 5 min drive away

  Reviewed by Morag5.0★Jun 2021

• "Wonderful place to stay."

  Great location for Loch Morar and the beach. Garden good for children. Owners really helpful.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★May 2021

• "We were lucky to see a pine Martin twice from our sitting room window also deer."

  It made our holiday special.

  Reviewed by Edith5.0★May 2021

• "Everything was really good at Cooinda cottage very clean in a great position to ..."

  Everything was really good at Cooinda cottage very clean in a great position to explore the beautiful location around the area handy for Mallaig and the ferry to Skye the only problem was with the beds they were awful please invest in some hotel class beds you have a wonderful product dont spoil it with cheap uncomfortable mattresses

  Reviewed by Ralph4.1★May 2021

• "Cosy comfortable clean wee house."

  Had everything needed for a relaxing break.

  Reviewed by Alvys4.4★Oct 2020

• "It was quiet and restful."

  The cottage was well appointed and comfortable. Ideally situated for access to what we wanted to see and do. One of the highlights was a deer looking in the bedroom window!

  Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2020

• "The property had covered for all necessary covid procedures."

  Having visited before a couple of times to the flat we stayed in the cottage this time and did not disappoint. Had a wonderful stay, hope to return soon.

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Aug 2020

• "Great location although our weather was poor - scenery though magnificent ."

  - first holiday after lockdown and as health care professionals ourselves very impressed with attention to cleanliness - Well done !! Would love to come back !

  Reviewed by John5.0★Jul 2020

• "This is a fair cottage at a fair price and we were happy with our choice."

  Morar is a lovely location with much to do in the local area.

  Reviewed by Jonathan4.4★Sep 2019

• "Had a very comfortable stay in this basically adequate cottage."

  Great to have plenty hot water and easily adjusted heating as required. Very peaceful. Great location. Only thing which would have enhanced our stay - a freezer or at least a freezer compartment would have been good. Folk often bring ready prepared or easy to make meals for the first few days!

  Reviewed by Janet4.7★Aug 2019

• "Absolutely lovely little cottage, very close to Morar beach and a couple of miles from Mallaig."

  Nicely located to be away from the bustling tourist areas but still close enough to things like the beaches and ferries. Wonderful owners who left us to our own devices but were on hand to help when we did things like lose the WiFi password! The cottage had books, DVDs and board games for a rainy day and was well supplied with things like cutlery, crockery, loo roll, towels and other bits and pieces. Extremely clean and tidy too, with a lovely lawn out back for the Children to play outside. Only thing that could have made it more perfect was a hot tub. Really relaxing holiday, would absolutely recommend this wee gem.

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Aug 2019

• "Had a great week in this cottage."

  Weather was great. It was very peaceful and quiet. Would go back to this cottage.

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Jul 2019

• "Cooinda Cottage provides simple accommodation in a lovely holiday area."

  The facilities are adequate. The only really negative comment being the need to instal an additional twin socket for the washing machine and dryer, as at present an extension lead needs to used. There is an allocated patio, that looks out over a pleasant garden. The owners live on the ground floor of the main house with a holiday flat upstairs. There is also a static caravan on site, which the owners use.

  Reviewed by Ian3.8★Jul 2019

• "I have email you with all the details on this property and am waiting a reply."

  Reviewed by Bonita1.6★Jun 2019

• "We found Mike very helpful and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the area, and were lucky with the weather."

  Reviewed by Ann5.0★Jun 2019

• "Tumble drier vents into the living room Sweeping brush for the floor not ..."

  Tumble drier vents into the living room Sweeping brush for the floor not suitable at all To use the washing machine and tumble dryer you have to use an extension lead that, you can only plug into a socket above the kitchen worktop and the lead is very close to the kithen sink Dust all over the skirting boards and the radiator in the bathroom is quite disgusting Grease running down the side of the kitchen cupboard from the extractor fan Hot water kept going off

  Reviewed by Joanne1.6★May 2019

• "Lovely cottage and welcome from owner, fantastic location, central for visiting the small isles."

  Very peaceful ideal for de stressing

  Reviewed by Kathleen4.4★May 2019

• "Ideal location for exploring the area."

  Michael was very helpful, providing information about the area and recommended local taxi service when we were going out for the evening.

  Reviewed by Stewart4.4★Sep 2018

• "Beautiful part of the country."

  Mike was very helpful and kind. However, there were some disappointments with the cottage. We used the washer and dryer and found the dryer vent laying on the floor behind the dryer. So, while we were sitting there in the living room/kitchen the dryer was venting into the air around us. The window was sealed and we were unable to open it for ventilation. We had to open the sliding door and it was raining out and chilly. Also, there weren't any hooks or shelves in the bathroom for hanging wet towels. If those two things were improved upon I would give this cottage a 5 star rating.

  Reviewed by Marylou4.1★Aug 2018

• "Really lovely place to stay ."

  Clean and warm ,very close to Mallaig ,owner is really helpful and friendly ,only negative was the WiFi was rubbish but they were getting fibre fitted .

  Reviewed by Avril5.0★Jul 2018

• "There was a lack of local info at this cottage doctor surgery,transport links etc"

  Reviewed by John2.8★Jun 2018

• "Comfortable and well equipped accommodation in a lovely quiet location, ideal for exploring the surrounding area."

  Reviewed by Tina5.0★Jul 2017

• "The couple who owns the property are very pleasant and courteous, the cottage ..."

  The couple who owns the property are very pleasant and courteous, the cottage itself is in a very pleasant location with stunning views and very well maintained, we spent a very happy week sightseeing and catching up with family members

  Reviewed by Sheila5.0★Jun 2017

• "Nothing"

  Reviewed by Philip4.8★Jun 2017

• "Cooinda Cottage is a lovely place to stay."

  The setting is brilliant. As there were three of us I did find the kitchen area slightly small with not a lot of worktop space but we managed ok. As we don't drive it was great having the train station close by and Loch Morar is fantastic, just a couple of minutes away. Just walking by the loch or wandering up to the station we saw plenty of wildlife, mainly deer. There are quite a few different walks including both sides of the beach with its white sands not many minutes away. A stunning cottage and area and we would love to go back.

  Reviewed by Lyn5.0★Sep 2016

• "The location was fantastic cottage was very clean private and peaceful I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage to anyone we felt it was central enough for the beach mallaig for boat trips which is a must as the views were breathtaking ."

  A fantastic week and an added bonus the weather was amazing .

  Reviewed by Annn5.0★Aug 2016

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