About this property
Elegant Accommodation: Thainstone tipi off grid camping, on top NC500 in Lochcarron offers luxury tents with private bathrooms and outdoor furniture. Guests enjoy stunning views and a serene environment. Comfortable Amenities: Each tent features a comfortable bed, ensuring a restful stay. The property provides free on-site private parking and is highly rated for its scenic location and attentive host. Convenient Location: Located 110 km from Inverness Airport, the camping site is 33 km from Eilean Donan Castle and 37 km from Kyle of Lochalsh. Highly rated for its scenic location and attentive host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
Jessica
United Kingdom“Unfortunately the weather was too poor to stay in the tipi due to high winds. However we were quickly re-located to a cabin that was on site which was perfect for the night! A lovely wee stay with incredibly friendly hosts, and animals galore!...”
Robert
United Kingdom“Never tried off grid before but wow what an eye opener. Owners took us to the tee- pee showed us everything . Lovely double bed. Only one problem it was very windy and poured with rain on and off all night, but it didn’t stop us enjoying ourselves...”
Chay
United Kingdom“Absolutely loved the location, off grid, the tipi was amazing and the hosts just topped it all off.
Plan to come back at some point soon.”
Charlotte
United Kingdom“Stunning location, good access to tourist sights including Isle of Skye. The hosts were incredible, welcoming and provided all information needed, it was lovely to hear about the animals (goats, chicken, sheep and pigs).
It is off grid, so if...”
Meeli
United Kingdom“The location and view was amazing. Definitely a different experience (specially the outdoor shower) and highly recommend it, we wish we had more time to enjoy it.”
Mark
United Kingdom“Location - views over the loch
Owner - very friendly
Upgraded from a tent
The pigs - they loved a blueberry muffin each 😀
Everywhere was clean”
Kimberley
United Kingdom“The tipi was very cosy, and it was a fun adventure. The owners were very welcoming and explained where everything was and how it worked.”
Gregory
United Kingdom“Great views from the accommodation. The owner was very friendly and ran through where everything was and how it worked.
Slight change from the photos on the Booking.com website, with the accommodation an A-frame cabin rather than a dome tent. The...”
Karin
United Kingdom“Stunning views from the tent, we sat for ages just watching the changing scenery.
The first time we had used this type of accommodation and it was definitely an experience, loved it.”
Lynsey
United Kingdom“Location was beautiful on the croft, the hosts were lovely and warm, and the next door neighbours (Loki and Shiva the pigs) were great company. We had great fun staying for the night and were wishing we'd booked for a little longer. The off grid...”
Managed by Eileen and andrew
Company review score: 9.7Based on 151 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties
Company information
We run our wee Croft here and enjoy looking after the animals and growing some food.
We like meeting people and are always happy to chat or leave you to enjoy the tranquility uninterrupted.
Property information
Thainstone dome is located on our working Croft. We have sheep, pigs and hens who all live in the surrounding fields.
From the dome you have lovely views of the loch and the surrounding mountains. It is peaceful and tranquil place where you can feel relaxed.
The dome itself is an air dome which is equipped with a proper bed which is made up for you with duvet, pillows and some. Fleecy blankets for the cooler evenings.
There are a couple of beanbags for you to sink into and also a camp chairs for you to sit outside and enjoy the scenery.
You have your own picnic table too
There is a camp kitchen for your sole use as well as your own chemical toilet and bush shower.
Neighbourhood information
The Croft is in Lochcarron on the west highland coast. It idea peaceful village with a few eateries and a couple of bars.
Lochcarron is thirty minutes drive from the Isle of Skye and is also on the NC500. This make a stay at the dome a great idea for exploring our beautiful part of the country.
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House rules
Thainstone tipi off grid camping, on top NC500 takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
