Undiscovered Scotland

Abhainn Cottage, Breasclete, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9ED. Within 1.5 miles of the Callanish standing stones, Abhainn Cottage is in the perfect central location for exploring Lewis and Harris. This traditional croft house has been finished to the highest standard to provide accommodation for up to 6. It has 2 en-suite bedrooms and an office with sofabed. The master bedroom has a superking bed and a spacious en-suite with large double ended spa bath, rain shower and under floor heating. The living area features luxurious leather couches, a real open fire and a 42" LCD TV with DVD player. Patio doors open out onto a decking area overlooking Uig. There is also a large open plan kitchen/dining area with all modern appliances including a large fridge freezer with ice machine. A full Sky TV package and free WiFi are included. Open all year. From £450-£980 per week. Book 7 nights or more direct and save 20% off your stay - 7 nights from £476. Breakfast, evening meal packages and short breaks also available. Contact David Macarthur. Tel: 01851 621397.
E-mail: stay@luxuryhebrideancottage.co.uk
WWW: www.luxuryhebrideancottage.co.uk

àilean, Borve, Isle of Harris. Located on the West Coast of South Harris with its superb scenery and spectacular beaches, àilean is a spacious and luxurious self catering house sleeping up to 6 guests. The superb accommodation comprises a large open plan living area downstairs, plus a utility room, a bedroom with kingsize bed, a large bathroom with double-ended bath, a separate shower and infra-red sauna. Upstairs are 2 large bedrooms one with a kingsize bed, the other with twin beds (both en-suite) and a quiet seating area, which is the ideal place to curl up with a good book. From the large windows at the front of the house guests have stunning views of Taransay, the Atlantic Ocean, the North Harris hills and beautiful sunsets. àilean is in a great location in the midst of the island's world class beaches and is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities and wildlife watching as well as providing a great base for touring the islands more widely. àilean is just 25 minutes drive from Tarbert and about 1 hour 20 minutes from Stornoway. Open all year. Rates from £995 per week. Contact: Alison. Tel: 01764 682568. Mobile: 07702 874724.
E-mail: alison@harrisholiday.com
WWW: harrisholiday.com

Aisling Cottage, Meavag, Isle of Harris. Enjoying magnificent sea views, Aisling Cottage combines a luxurious contemporary interior with the traditional styling of a croft house. Sleeping up to 8 guests, all rooms are beautifully furnished. The well appointed accommodation includes a spacious open plan kitchen/living/dining area with all modern appliances including a dishwasher, Freeview TV, an iPod dock and wireless Internet, a separate utility room, a master bedroom on the ground floor with en-suite bathroom, two twin rooms, one with en-suite shower room, and a double room all on the upper floor, plus a family bathroom. The cottage has its own private drive and has ample parking for at least 6 vehicles. Aisling Cottage is 3 miles from the Tarbert ferry terminal and conveniently located for a host of activities in the local area. Open all year. From £400-£800 per week. Contact Peggy MacLeod. Tel: 01859 502487. Mobile: 07709 120457.
E-mail: lynn_cottage@hotmail.com
WWW: www.selfcateringharris.com

Two Tiny Houses and Grandfather's House at Beachview Cottages, 13 Northton, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JA. Puffin and Peregrine tiny houses overlook the beach and along with the larger Grandfather's House are situated opposite Croft 36, offering amazing fresh seafood delicacies. These houses are a 5 minutes walk away from the 5 remote white sandy beaches you see on the picture. Please check our website for availability, or text us for more information. Jan and Suzan are exceptionally warm hosts who go out of their way for you – or leave you in peace. Enjoy sea and fly fishing, cycling the Hebridean Way, beach combing at the Northton, Scarista and Luskentyre beaches, hill walking, bird and seal watching and spotting more wildlife, like otters and golden eagles. Explore the Callanish standing stones, St. Kilda excursions and totally relax! Open April to October. Minimum stay is 4 nights at the tiny houses with rates from £590 up to a week in summer at £950. A 1-2 week stay, from Saturday to Saturday in Grandfather's House is £1000 per week including all linen, towels and fast WiFi. We welcome a well behaved dog on request. Dog Policy applies, fee £75 per week. For info, please see a 2 minute video here or text Sytske Visser on 07879 763956.
E-mail: beachviewcottages@hotmail.com
WWW: www.beachviewcottages.eu

Blacksheep House, Strond, Isle of Harris, HS5 3UD. STB 5 Star Self Catering. An architect designed renovation of a traditional Hebridean blackhouse, Blacksheep House is winner of the Grand Designs Home of the Year Award and a very special place. In presenter Kevin McCloud's words, "What I love about this house is that it's almost as if they went up the mountain, collected bits of mountain, brought them back down and built their house out of them". The house is situated on the south coast of South Harris, with stunning views across the Sound of Harris to The Uists. The village of Leverburgh is only a mile away. Blacksheep House comprises a fully fitted kitchen, a spacious living/dining room with panoramic windows, a large and secluded bedroom with comfortable kingsize bed and a luxury bathroom. A second bedroom sits on a platform above the living space. Open all year. Rates from £890-£1280 per week. Contact: Dinaz Williams. Tel: 01732 870501.
E-mail: dinaz.williams@btinternet.com
WWW: blacksheephouse.co.uk

Borvemor Cottages at Scarista, 9 Scarista, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HX. Comprising five self catering cottages, all in differing styles, Borvemor Cottages occupy a superb location on the seaward side of main A859 road on the West coast of South Harris and close to magnificent Atlantic Beach. The traditional Blackhouse sleeps 2 and is built from stone, wood and thatch. The characterful Hebridean interior includes a king-size bed in the main bedroom, underfloor heating in the bathroom and a glass fronted coal fired stove in the open plan kitchen/dining/living space which also has a cosy box bed off it. Vallay House is a delightful traditional croft house sleeping 6 and offers very comfortable family accommodation. The Byre and Stable cottages, sleeping up to 6-11 together and 4 or 7 persons respectively if booked seperately, were created from existing steadings, and are adjoining one another. And last, but not least, our spacious and highly appointed Beach Studio Apartment sleeps 6-8 guests. Combine a booking of this apartment with the steading properties and groups of up to 16 can be comfortably catered for. Open April through October. Rates from £450-£1150 per week. See our website for up to date availability and online booking. Pet dogs are welcome in the Beach House, Vallay House and Steading Cottages only. For further information, or to book, visit the Borvemor Cottages website or CONTACT individual family owners for each property via their emails at:
The Blackhouse, Vallay House, Beach Studio, or Byre and Stable Cottages.
WWW: www.borvemorcottages.co.uk

Carnish Cabin Ebb, Uig Sands, Near Timsgarry, Isle of Lewis. Ebb Beach Cabin is one of a pair of boutique holiday cabins set in a magnificent location just a stone's throw from the sandy beach of Uig Bay and close to Timsgarry on the Isle of Lewis. The layout is open plan with the kitchen, dining and living area providing cosy accommodation that makes the most of the incredible views. An innovative cooking island is provided with a built-in hob, microwave and sink, as well as a little dining area alongside. A comfortable sofa is positioned to make the most of the view and a TV is provided. There is, additionally, one double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The bedroom has doors opening out onto a deck which runs the full length of the property and overlooks the beach. Open all year. From £695-£995 per week. Short break rates may be available. Includes all linen, towels, electricity, heating and WiFi. Tel: +44(0)1835 822277.
WWW: Carnish Cabin Ebb Web Page

Cluer Holidays, 5 Cluer, Grosebay, Isle of Harris, HS3 3EP. Overlooking Loch Stockinish at Cluer on the east coast of Harris, 5 Cluer is a spacious 4 bedroom house with a south facing aspect. In a tranquil location, this well appointed property comprises a well equipped kitchen/dining room, a separate living room with a feature fireplace and large picture window with views of the sea, two double bedrooms, two twin rooms, a family bathroom, a downstairs toilet and shower room plus a utility room. Outside the patio area is great for al fresco dining from breakfast through to late evening. 5 Cluer is a great base from which to explore the island, go fishing, or enjoy one of the many spectacular walks on Harris. You can also easily while away an afternoon curled up with a good book in the cosy living room, enjoying the ever changing sea views from the comfort of your armchair! Open all year. Rates from £750-£850 per week. Off peak rates negotiable. Pets welcome by arrangement. Contact Fiona Ross. Tel: 01360 770963.
E-mail: feefross@outlook.com
WWW: www.cluer-cottage.co.uk

Dirascal Cottage Annex, Dirascal Cottage, Laggandoin, Scalpay, Isle of Harris, HS4 3YF. Situated on the beautiful Isle of Scalpay, connected to Harris by bridge, you will find Dirascal nestled within a vibrant cottage garden. The annex, a delightful combination of quaint cottage charm and modern comfort, is a cosy couples retreat with picturesque garden and stunning sea views. Ideally located to explore all Harris and Lewis have to offer, the beautifully presented accommodation, is accessed through its own private entrance and garden area. The ground floor of the annex is open plan with handmade kitchen, bespoke dining area and a comfortable living space. Local reclaimed materials and artwork add Hebridean warmth and character. Upstairs the pristine bathroom has modern yet traditional features while the décor of the light and airy double bedroom is calm and restful. Outside a lower level decked area is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Additionally a picnic bench can be reached via steps in the rear garden. Stunning panoramic views of the Minch and Harris hills can be found in this location. Watch the boats anchored in the bay, the glorious sunsets, or the seals playing in the distance. Open all year. STL licence number: ES-OO764-F. For further information and to book, visit the website linked below, email via the link, or Tel: Karen Allen on 01859 540237 or Mobile: 07973 119412.
WWW: www.dirascalcottage.co.uk
E-mail: dirascalcottage@btinternet.com

Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, 5a Gearrannan, Carloway, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9AL. Offering a wide range of accommodation, from a bunkhouse sleeping 14 to a cosy cottage just for 2, Gearrannan Blackhouse Village sits on the edge of the Atlantic coast of the Isle of Lewis, close to the Callanish Standing Stones and Carloway Broch. Taigh Glass and Taigh an t-Seòladair, both STB 4 Star graded properties, have a fully fitted kitchenette, a sitting room, one double bedroom, one single bedroom, plus a sofa bed in the living area. Taigh Glass has been restored with the needs of disabled visitors in mind. 3 Star graded Taigh Thormoid ‘an ‘ic Iain is in the oldest part of the village and offers a sea view, a fully fitted kitchenette, a sitting room, one double bedroom and a shower room. All have wood burning stoves and underfloor heating. Taigh Làta is our 2 Star graded bunkhouse style blackhouse, with sleeping areas of six, six and two. There is also a fully fitted kitchenette, two seating areas, two toilets and two shower rooms. Heating is by wood burning stove and radiators. Taigh Làta is perfect for a large family or organised group. Open all year. For further information and individual property tariffs, visit our website or Tel: 01851 643416.
E-mail: info@gearrannan.com
WWW: www.gearrannan.com

Liosbeag, Near Bhaltos, Isle of Lewis. This appealing seaside cottage in the tiny village of Bhaltos, is situated on the west of the Isle of Lewis and offers well appointed accommodation with amazing views. It is just over thirty miles from the 'capital' of the isle, Stornoway, where the ferry crosses from Ullapool on the mainland. The property comprises a bright, open plan, lounge/kitchen/dining room which runs almost the entire length of the ground floor and has large windows framing views more beautiful than any picture. From the sitting area there is access to a decked veranda, ideal for alfresco dining. Upstairs, in the eaves, is a good size twin bedroom and an open galleried double bedroom, both with wonderful views. A downstairs shower room and separate utility/drying room complete the accommodation. Open all year. Fully inclusive prices from £325-£595 per week. WiFi included. Please note this is a no smoking house. It is pet friendly. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: Liosbeag Web Page

The Longhouse, 40C Coll, Back, Isle of Lewis, HS2 0LR. Set just above the local beach with wide, uninterrupted views, our Longhouse is the ideal place to relax and indulge in an area of peaceful, natural beauty. Substantial and luxuriously appointed, this beautiful property boasts a spacious double-height living area with floor-to-ceiling windows, 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a quiet relaxing area upstairs with a surprise balcony. With underfloor heating and a multi-fuel stove, it's cosy whatever the weather. A boardwalk through the reeds lets you wander right through the garden or pause and enjoy sundowners! With 5 Star fixtures and fittings, this really is a very special place to stay. And with so much to see and do on the island, steered by your own 7-day guidebook, a week just won't seem enough. Open all year. STL licence number: ES-00359-F. Enjoy stays from a minimum 5 nights or 3 nights in low season. For further information, visit the website linked below, use the email link or Tel: +44 (0)7961 445632.
E-mail: stay@lewislonghouse.com
WWW: lewislonghouse.com

Old Post Office House, Amhuinnsuidhe, Isle of Harris. Nestled amongst the north Harris hills, near the shore of Loch Leosavay, Old Post Office House is in the village of Amhuinnsuidhe 12 miles north-west of the ferry terminal at Tarbert. Hushinish beach is only a 15 minute drive away. This well appointed property sleeps up to 5 guests and comprises a well equipped kitchen with all modern appliances, a spacious living/dining room with open fire, TV with Sky, one bedroom with kingsize bed, one twin room, one single room plus a family bathroom. There is an additional downstairs toilet and a utility room. Open all year. Fully inclusive rates from £700-£800 per week. Free WiFi. Pets welcome. Sorry no smoking. STL licence number: ES-00689-F. Contact Tina Macleod. Tel: 01859 520799 or 550386.
E-mail: tina.macleod@outlook.com
WWW: www.oldpostofficehouse.co.uk

Otter Bunkhouse, Carishader, Uig, Isle of Lewis, HS2 9ER. On the shores of West Loch Roag, in the village of Carishader, Otter Bunkhouse provides a comfortable and cosy retreat for walkers, cyclists surfers, kayakers and anyone wishing to explore the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Isle of Lewis. Callanish standing stones and Dun Carloway Broch are close by and the famous Lewis Chessmen, 12th century Viking chess pieces, were found at nearby Ardroil Beach. The bunkhouse  offers a cosy hideaway with modern facilities. There is one bedroom with 8 beds, a toilet and shower room, and a separate lounge area with kitchenette facilities. There is an outside decking area with stunning views over West Loch Roag, private direct access to the loch for kayakers and a separate drying shed for use by kayakers, cyclists, etc. Open all year. Beds, including bedding, are available at a cost of £20 per person per night and towels can be provided on request. Otter Bunkhouse welcomes independent travellers and also accept bookings for sole use of the bunkhouse depending on availability. Tel: 07942 349755.
E-mail: otterbunkhouse@gmail.com
WWW: www.otterbunkhouse.com

Port Carnish, Uig Beach, Carnish, Uig Bay, Isle of Lewis. Port Carnish is a wonderful house, set in an absolutely stunning location, with views out over Uig beach. This delightful, romantic property offers luxurious accommodation just for two. The main living area is open plan, is light and airy and has a wood burning stove. There is a comfy sofa and snuggle chair from which to enjoy the spectacular views through huge sliding doors. The modern kitchen comes fully equipped and a supplementary utility area has handy storage for coats and boots. The spacious double bedroom has a king-size bed and large windows showcasing the gorgeous seascape outside. A modern bathroom completes the accommodation. Outside there is a deck to the front, ideal for enjoying the views over the white shell beach of Uig Bay. Open all year. From £895-£1295 per week. Short break rates may be available. Includes all linen, towels, electricity, heating, wood for the stove and WiFi. A maximum 1 dog is welcome for a small additional charge. Tel: +44(0)1835 822277.
WWW: Port Carnish Web Page

'Tamh' Self Catering Cottage, Kendibeg, Isle of Harris. STB 4 Star Self Catering. 'Tamh' provides comfortable accommodation in a 3 bedroom house in the picturesque bays of Harris just yards from the famous Coffin Road. The word tamh means 'rest' and you're guaranteed a restful holiday here whatever the season or the weather. The property enjoys fantastic views across East Loch Tarbert to the islands of Scotasay and Scalpay and beyond. A 10 minute journey gets you to the main village of Tarbert and the sands of Luskentyre & Seilebost. The cottage comes beautifully appointed and with all modern appliances. 'Tamh' has moderate provision for disabled guests and ample private parking. Come here to explore the magic of the Western Isles or to just to while away the hours. Whatever your reason for making the journey, you won't be disappointed! Open all year. Rates from £325-£675 per week including all heating, electricity and bed linen. Contact: Iain Morrison. Tel: 07812 435012.
E-mail: bookings@harrisselfcatering.co.uk
WWW: www.harrisselfcatering.co.uk