No 5 Deiraclete, a two-bedroom cottage on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides, is on the market for offers over £310,000. The property, listed by estate agents Galbraith, is described as being in a “spectacular setting”, with floor-to-ceiling windows and an outdoor decked terrace overlooking the water.
Location and Setting
The cottage is situated in the crofting township of Deiraclete, close to Tarbert on the eastern coast of Harris. It sits at the end of a dead-end single-track road, reached by a grassy track, and offers direct access to the nearby shoreline with views over The Minch strait. According to Galbraith, the secluded setting attracts native wildlife such as otters and golden and white-tailed eagles.
Property History and Features
Purchased by the current owners as a ruin in 2008, the property was constructed on a de-crofted site using the original stone. Inside, the home features a contemporary interior with an air source heat pump, high levels of insulation, and extensive use of glass to maximise sunlight and views. The grounds extend to approximately 0.46 acres, primarily laid to rough grass, with a decked sitting area at the front. A large shed, built from the ruins of a former blackhouse, has potential for further conversion subject to consents.
Local Amenities and Access
Mains electricity and water are connected, with private drainage to a septic tank. Internet and mobile signal are available in the area. Tarbert, just over a mile away, offers a ferry terminal, the Isle of Harris distillery, independent shops, schooling up to secondary level, hotels, a delicatessen, and a leisure centre. Stornoway is about an hour away by car, with a wider range of shops and facilities. The property also provides easy access to coastal and loch-side walking and hiking trails.
