Lewis & Harris Self Catering

Aultbeithe, Dalbeg, Isle of Lewis. At the end of the road at Dalbeg and overlooking Loch Dalbeg Aultbeithe is just 100 metres from a beautiful beach. Available for the first time in 2008, this well appointed property will sleep 4 people in comfort. Highly appointed and beautfully presented, the accommodation comprises a large open-plan living space with stunning views over the loch and doors that open out onto decking at the front of the house, one bedroom with a kingsize bed, a second with twin beds and a family bathroom. The walls of the house are covered in art, much of it depicting scenes that can be reached within minutes. Aultbeithe is just 25 minutes from Stornoway, close to the Westside Coastal Walk and set amidst some of the most amazing countryside and archaeological sites in the world. The area round abouts is one of Special Scientific Interest and is home to a wealth of wildlife. Open all year. Rates from £695 per week. Contact: Lesley Wiseman. Tel: 07765 048041.
E-mail: lesley@hebrides-holiday.co.uk
WWW: www.hebrides-holiday.co.uk

Borvemor Cottages at Scarista, 9 Scarista, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HX. Four traditional self catering cottages, all differing in style, Borvemor Cottages occupy a superb location with direct access to a glorious shell sand Atlantic beach which is enjoyable in all weathers. The traditional Blackhouse sleeps 2 and was newly built from stone, wood and thatch in 1993. It is luxuriously finished inside with a king-size bed in the main bedroom, underfloor heating in the bathroom and a glass fronted coal fired stove in living room which also has a cosy box bed off it. Vallay House sleeps 5/6 and was reconstructed from what remained of 18th century Borvemor House. It is fully modernised and has three bedrooms. The lounge is next to the galley kitchen, which leads in to the dining room, which is adjacent to a sunny patio. The Byre and Stable cottages, sleeping 6-11, were created from existing steadings, and are adjoining each other. Pets are accepted in steading cottages. Open all year. Rates from £355-£655 per week. Contact: Scott or Margaret Bennett. Tel: 01859 550 222.
E-mail: borvemor@zetnet.co.uk
WWW: www.borvemor.zetnet.co.uk

Caberfeidh, Seilebost, Isle of Harris. STB 5 Star Self Catering. Caberfeidh is a large, luxurious detached house with accommodation for up to 6 guests. With a stunning 2.5 mile long beach on one side and the wild countryside of Harris on the other, Caberfeidh is just 15 minutes from Tarbert and an hour from Stornoway, making it an ideal base for exploring both Lewis and Harris. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, all generously sized, two with ensuite facilities. There is a well appointed bathroom and a den. The ground floor accommodation is largely open-plan, is beautifully furnished and decorated and has laminate and slate floors. With all modern conveniences to hand, guests have everything they need for a "home from home" break away. Caberfeidh is non smoking and we're sorry but we do not accept pets. Open all year. Rates from £650-£950 per week. Contact: Lesley Wiseman. Tel: 07765 048041.
E-mail: lesley@hebrides-holiday.co.uk
WWW: www.hebrides-holiday.co.uk

Croft Cottage, 3 Diracleit, Isle of Harris, HS3 3DP. STB 5 Star Self Catering. Croft Cottage is a newly built self-catering property offering luxury self-catering accommodation on the Isle of Harris. The cottage has stunning views over East Loch Tarbet to Scalpay and Skye, and is only a ten minute drive away from the stunning beaches at Luskentyre and Seilebost and the North Harris hills. Croft Cottage can comfortably sleep up to six adults in three bedrooms. The cottage has one king-size en suite bedroom, one twin en suite bedroom and one disabled access double bedroom. It also boasts a separate Jacuzzi, sauna and shower room. The open plan living area has a very well equipped kitchen, a dining area and lounge. Facilities include a DVD player, Satellite TV, and a computer with broadband access. Croft cottage is in a private secluded area and is ideal for families. Open all year. Rates from £900 and £1200 per week. Part weeks available at off peak times at £500. Contact: Alice Read. Tel: 01859 502338.
E-mail: enquiries@croftcottageharris.co.uk
WWW: www.croftcottageharris.co.uk

Gatliff Hebridean Hostels Trust, 30 Francis Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2ND. The GHHT helps local people run traditional crofts as simple hostels, allowing visitors to share in the life and culture of the local community. The Trust supports four hostels, each in an idyllic position: Berneray on North Uist, Garenin on Lewis, Howmore on South Uist and Rhenigidale on North Harris. Each is looked after by a warden and has piped water and WCs. Beds, duvets, cooking equipment, stoves and cutlery are provided. Personal sleeping bags may be used. Camping is possible at some hostels. These 'distinctive hostels of destination' are open all year. Bednight fees for 2007: £9 for Adults, £5 for under 18s. Camping with use of hostels' cooking and communal facilities £5 per person.
E-mail: ghht@gatliff.org.uk
WWW: www.gatliff.org.uk

Gladstone House, 14 Adabrock, Port of Ness, Isle of Lewis, HS20TW. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Located in the picturesque Gaelic speaking community of Ness, Gladstone House is on the edge of the North Atlantic and benefits from panoramic views of the sea. The property has been custom built for the discerning traveller and comprises a spacious lounge and dining area, a fully fitted kitchen will all modern appliances, two tastefully decorated double bedrooms, each with wash hand basins and a separate shower room. Outside, Gladstone House has decking to three sides, ideal outdoor accommodation for those balmy summer evenings. There are sandy beaches to explore, museums to visit, a host of local amenities close by and Stornoway, the island capital, is only a short drive away. Open all year. Rates from £300-£500 per week. Please note: Gladstone House is non smoking and we're sorry but we cannot accept pets. Contact: Magaidh MacKinon. Tel: 01851 810269. Fax: 01851 810025.
E-mail: paracasmedia@aol.com
WWW: www.dreamhebrides.com

Harris Self Catering, Isle of Harris, HS3 3BP. Just 3 miles from Tarbert and with commanding views of East Loch Tarbert, Glen Carragrich cottage is the perfect place to relax and get away from the stresses of everyday life.  Though including many of the requirements of modern living, much of the original furnishings have been retained giving a good blend of character and comfort. The cottage has 3 double bedrooms, a sitting room, dining/kitchen, bathroom and a porch where books and games may be enjoyed. We also offer a self catering house in Tarbert which sleeps 4.  This property has been recently refurbished, has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining/kitchen and a separate lounge. Situated in a quiet road off the main Tarbert-Stornoway road, it is only 10 minutes walk from the ferry terminal and is ideally situated for exploring the Hebrides. Both properties are very well equipped with all linen provided and are non smoking.  Rates from £300-£395 per week. Open all year. Contact: Dina Stewart. Tel: 01224 584864.
E-mail: glencarragrich@aol.com
WWW: www.harrisholidayhome.co.uk

Hawthorn Cottage, Gisla, Uig, Isle of Lewis. STB 4 Star Self Catering. A traditional Scottish croft house, Hawthorn Cottage has been thoroughly modernised and re-furbished to create a charming self catering property providing comfortable accommodation for up to 4 guests. The cottage enjoys a secluded location facing the Morsgail River and comprises an open plan kitchen/dining room, a drying room, a separate living room with cosy seating and Sky TV, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a shower room. All bed linen and towels are provided. Outside is a picnic area with seating. Hawthorn Cottage is an ideal base from which to tour Lewis, Harris and Great Bernera. It is also just a short distance from some of the stunning beaches for which the Outer Hebrides have become famous. Open all year. Rates from £280-£400 per week. Please note: Hawthorn Cottage is no smoking throughout. Contact Finlay or Rachel Macdonald. Tel: 01851 621419. Fax: 01851 621291.
E-mail: finmac@madasafish.com
WWW: www.gisla.co.uk

Hebrides Self Catering, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. Located on a working croft on the edge of Stornoway and comprising three individually-styled properties, Craigroyston Lodge, Seacote and The Bothy, Hebrides Self Catering caters for holiday makers and business travellers as well as those wanting to stay for longer. With maximum choice and flexibility for party sizes of between one and eighteen persons, it is possible to book one, two or all three properties to meet your needs. Craigroyston Lodge is a spacious Scandinavian design house with three bedrooms. Light and airy, it is ideal for family gatherings, groups of friends or business parties. Seacote has 4 double bedrooms, one of which is suitable for disabled guests. Modernised and extended in 2005, this property is of generous proportions and is equipped to a high standard. The Bothy is open plan in design. It has two double bedrooms plus a bed settee in the lounge. All properties have secure storage for bikes and other equipment. Open all year. Contact: Graham McLellan. Tel: 01851 700100.
E-mail: stay@hebrides-selfcatering.co.uk
WWW: www.hebrides-selfcatering.co.uk

Ocean View, 14 Brue, Isle of Lewis. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Overlooking the Atlantic coast of the Isle of Lewis, Ocean View is a traditional croft house that has been extensively renovated and improved to offer comfortable accommodation for up to 4 guests. The house features exposed stone walls and an open hearth (peat supplied), as well as the convenience of central heating, new appliances, and two bathrooms. Ocean View stands in its own grounds, overlooking both Loch Mor Bharabhais and the Atlantic, and in most weathers is within sound of the surf. The loch, with excellent salmon and trout fishing, is a short stroll from the house, and the Atlantic shore is an eight-minute walk down the road. A waymarked path extends along the coast, offering scenery, beachcombing and birdwatching. Brue is only 14 miles by good road from the airport, ferry terminal, stores and facilities of Stornoway. The local region is noted for loch fishing, birdwatching on shore and moorland, archaeological monuments and historical attractions. Open all year. Rates from £250-£400 per week including all costs. Tel/Fax: (00)1-613-832-2244.
E-mail: oceanview@istar.ca
WWW: http://home.istar.ca/~psutherl/oceanview/

Seaside Cottage, Ardhasaig, Isle of Harris, HS3 3AJ. STB 5 Star Self Catering. This luxury self catering cottage was once a traditional blackhouse. Sitting on the shores of Loch Bun Abain Eadarra the view north is to Clisham massif, the highest Point on the islands, with Uisgneabhal Mor and Beg to the left and Gilaval Glas to the right. Seaside Cottage comprises a fully fitted kitchen with dining area, sitting room with garden access, one double bedroom and a bathroom with jacuzzi, shower and underfloor heating. Facilities include a DVD player, Satellite TV and a computer with broadband access. Outside a sun terrace overlooks the sea and the enclosed waterside garden. The hamlet of Ardhasaig, with its Post Office, General Store, Off Licence and petrol pumps, is just a short walk away, as is the local Restaurant at Ardhasaig House. Tarbert, the capital of Harris, is two miles to the East and Seaside Cottage is well placed for touring. The Uists are in easy reach, as is Lewis and the North. Open all year. Weekly rate is from £560-£700 fully inclusive. Low Season short breaks available. Tel/Fax: +44(0)1859 502157.
E-mail: enquiries@seaside-cottage.com
WWW: www.seaside-cottage.com

'Tamh' Self Catering Cottage, Kendibeg, Isle of Harris. STB 4 Star Self Catering. 'Tamh' provides comfortable accommodation in a newly built 3 bedroom house in the picturesque bays of Harris. The word tamh means 'rest' and you're guarenteed 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 and comes beautifully appointed and with all modern appliances including a dishwasher, TV and DVD. 'Tamh' has excellent 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 £250-£450 per week including all heating, electricity and bed linen. Contact: Iain Morrison. Tel: 0141-633-3744 or 0141-571-2632.
E-mail: bookings@harrisselfcatering.co.uk
WWW: www.harrisselfcatering.co.uk

Tigh Chailein, Isle of Harris. Located on on the shores of Loch Seaforth, Tigh Chailein is set in half an acre of garden and has its own mooring. This family home offers truly luxurious accommodation for up to 8 guests. The property occupies a sloping site and has two ground floor levels. The lower comprises one large space with a table tennis table and utlity area. The upper is open plan and provides the main living space. The lounge area opens onto a conservatory/sun room with wonderful views over the loch. Satelite TV and a stereo system are provided. The fully fitted kitchen has all modern appliances and there is a separate dining area. There are two en-suite bedrooms on the ground floor - a twin and a super king-size. Both have jacuzzi baths and showers. A further two twin rooms occupy the upper floor along with a shared shower room. From £665-£1135 per week. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: www.unique-cottages.co.uk/cottages/westcoast/obj298453/tigh_chailein