Website: http://www.isleofcarna.co.uk
Our fifth visit to the island - hardly need to say more. Superb location for observing and photographing wildlife and wild scenery, even from the kitchen window. Dark night skys are also superb for observing the heavens and aurora if you are lucky. Bring stout boots, waterproofs, fishing gear, the dogs, kids and your imagination. If you love sandy beaches, lively nightlife, restaurants and entertainment, try Majorca.
Andy, the Manager, was very friendly and happy to tell us about the wildlife and the area. Having our own private boat was an experience we will never forget. Andy gave us a comprehensive safety talk and talked us through his sea chart, which enabled us to navigate safely and confidently around the island. When we stopped the boat’s engine to fish, we had the amazing experience of being surrounded by porpoises, every time we were on the water, with one brave porpoise swimming up to our boat then under it! We enjoyed seeing the seal colony and a Sea Eagle. The cottage was basic but comfortabl...more