Campsite · Balinoe · Argyll and Bute

Balinoe Campsite

Tiree's original campsite, about 20 pitches with electric hook-up, two storm pods and two bothies, a ten-minute walk from a beach. Staffed around ferry arrivals.

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Dogs welcome
Campfires
Near beach
Glamping

Balinoe Campsite has been going since 2007 in the south-west of the Isle of Tiree, in one of the few spots on the island with trees. It has roughly 20 pitches: grass for tents, and hardstanding or grass for campervans, motorhomes and caravans, all with 13 amp hook-up. The nearest beach is a 10 to 15 minute walk.

The shared facilities sit in a modernised WWII Nissen hut: cooker, hot water, tables, fridge, freezer, kettle, toaster, washing machine and free wifi, with a heated shower cubicle for off-season use and extra seasonal showers and toilets alongside. Bring your own pots, pans and crockery. There is a barn for storing bikes and watersports kit.

Two small storm pods (sleeping two) and two bothies (the Big Bothy takes three or four) cover people who arrive by plane or want something sturdier than a tent. There is also a self-catering cottage next door.

The site is only staffed for about an hour after each ferry arrives, so come straight from the boat to be shown a pitch; staff are also usually around after 8pm. Check ferry or Loganair availability before you book here, since peak-season crossings fill up.

Beach ten to fifteen minutes on foot
Electric hook-up on every pitch
Free wifi and indoor cooking area
Pods and bothies if you fly in
Barn storage for bikes and watersports gear

Photos

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OpenNot known

Arrive / leave– / –

DogsYes

CampfiresIn fire pits only

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Pitch prices are per person per night and are calculated by the online booking form once you enter your dates and party. Pods and bothies include electric hook-up. Children under 5 free, 5 to 10 half price; children aged 10 to 17 are charged as adults.

The full price list we hold (2026)

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
storm-pod	Any	Any	£50 unit_night
wee-bothy	Any	Any	£50 unit_night
big-bothy	Any	Any	£60 unit_night

People

Child 5–9: £0 night
Infant–4: £0 night

Source: tireecampsite.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Grass tent pitch

Pitch

Grass
For tent

Car access to the pitch.

Campervan, motorhome or caravan pitch

Pitch

Mixed
Electric 13A
For caravan, motorhome, campervan

Hardstanding or grass depending on season, with 13 amp hook-up.

Storm pod

Pod · 2 of them · sleeps 2

Platform double or twin
Bedding bring
Small heater
Dogs OK

Very basic mattresses; bring a sleeping bag and pillows. Decking outside. Shares the campsite facilities.

Wee Bothy

Cabin · 1 of them · sleeps 3

Dogs OK

Sleeps three comfortably. Dogs allowed but the owners advise against it as space is tight.

Big Bothy

Cabin · 1 of them · sleeps 4

Dogs OK

Sleeps three comfortably, four at a squeeze.

Rules

Dogs: Yes
Keep dogs under control around the surrounding croft land and livestock
Dogs are not allowed in the indoor facilities area, and fouling must be removed. They are allowed in the pods and bothies but the owners advise against it as space is tight.
Fires: In fire pits only
BBQs: Raised off the ground only
There is a fire pit area, first come first served; say at booking if you want one. BBQs are fine on each pitch if mounted off the ground.
Pool: None
Arrival: Staffed for about an hour after the daily ferry arrival and usually after 8pm; phone if those times do not suit
Vehicles: Car by your pitch
Also: Check-out one hour before the daily ferry arrival unless agreed
Also: Bookings are essential
Also: Pay by PayPal/card online, or BACS, cheque, or cash on arrival

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers (Free)
Hot water
Laundry

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up
WiFi (Free)
Fridge or freezer

Food and drink

Shop (no)
Campers' kitchen
Fire pits

Things to do

Bike storage
Undercover area

Around the site

Path to the beach

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Balinoe, Isle of Tiree, Balinoe, PA77 6TZ

Nearest beachTràigh Shòrabaidh35 min walk
Nearest ferryScarinish Ferry Terminal5.2 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Balinoe Campsite?

Yes, dogs are welcome. Keep dogs under control around the surrounding croft land and livestock.

Can you have a campfire at Balinoe Campsite?

Yes, in fire pits. BBQs: raised off the ground only.

How much does it cost to stay at Balinoe Campsite?

From £50 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Pitch prices are per person per night and are calculated by the online booking form once you enter your dates and party. Pods and bothies include electric hook-up. Children under 5 free, 5 to 10 half price; children aged 10 to 17 are charged as adults.

Does Balinoe Campsite have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Balinoe Campsite have electric hook-ups?

Yes.

Is there WiFi at Balinoe Campsite?

Free.

How far is Balinoe Campsite from the beach?

Tràigh Shòrabaidh is 1.2 miles away (as the crow flies).

Which ferry is closest to Balinoe Campsite?

Scarinish Ferry Terminal, 5.2 miles away.