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An Taigh Fiodh, Baymore, Grimsay, North Uist, HS6 5HX.
Approximately three miles off the main north-south road through the Uists, on
the island of Grimsay and overlooking a beautiful bay, An Taigh Fiodh (the
Wooden House) is a luxuriously appointed self catering apartment over 2 floors.
The accommodation comprises an open plan kitchen/dining/living room with all
modern appliances and including Freeview TV and radio, a gallery bedroom with
height adjustable bed which can be offered as either a double or a twin, and a
separate shower room. You'll find plenty to see and do here. There are miles of
unspoilt beaches to explore, birds and wildlife in abundance, fishing, golf and
horseriding in the area, plus museums and craft centres to visit. The area is a
paradise for artists and photographers. Open all year round. Rates from
£220-£350 per week including provision of all bedlinen and towels.
Please note: An Taigh Fiodh is non smoking throughout and cannot accept pets.
Contact: Heather Moser. Tel: 01870 602943.
E-mail:
heather@grimsay.com
WWW:
www.grimsay.com
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
Hillview Holiday Cottage,
Griminish Gate, Isle of Benbecula. Centrally situated, in a peaceful
and secluded location on the Isle of Benbecula, Hillview Cottage offers
comfortable accommodation for up to six guests in two bedrooms. The cottage is
centrally heated throughout, is very well-equipped and has an open plan
kitchen/lounge, separate dining room and a bathroom with both bath and shower.
The views from the property are outstanding, extending across the panorama of
Benbecula and beyond. You'll find all major facilities close by and plenty to
see and do here. Visit the beautiful beach at Culla Bay, try your hand at
fishing in the numerous lochs, or simply walk out of the door and explore the
surrounding countryside. For travel to Benbecula, Hillview Cottage is
conveniently located for Benbecula Airport, and is just a 30 minute drive from
Lochmaddy ferry terminal and 40 minutes from Lochboisdale. There are hotels,
restaurants, garages, banks and shops all within a three mile radius of the
property. Open all year. Contact Ann MacDonald. Tel: 01878 700862. Mobile:
07788 701714.
E-mail:
ann426@btinternet.com
Old Crofthouse, Boreray Island, Sound of Harris. A unique
opportunity to stay on a wild and unspoilt Hebridean island. Access involves a
four-mile sea crossing from Berneray causeway, landing on a curving beach of
white shell-sand. The stone crofthouse is situated above the dunes. It still
has its original character and charm. There are two bedrooms, accommodating up
to four. Boreray's inaccessibility offers an unusual degree of privacy and
seclusion - there are no roads, no cars, no ferries, no shops, no restaurants
or takeaways. It is a fascinating and beautiful island, known to have been
occupied for many millennia. The ruined villages, ancient monuments, prolific
wildlife and outstanding scenery will appeal to archaeologists, ornithologists
or anyone just wishing to escape the 21st century. Available May to August at a
weekly inclusive rental of £705. Much more info on website, or Tel: 07733
065 382.
E-mail:
jerry@boreray-island.co.uk
WWW:
www.boreray-island.co.uk
Tigh
Alasdair, Sidinish, Locheport, Isle of North Uist. In a peaceful
location with views across Locheport and Loch an Ghoil to Eavaal and Bureavaal,
Tigh Alasdair is a pretty self catering cottage set on a family croft. The
accommodation is all on one level and comprises a fully fitted kitchen with all
modern conveniences, a comfortable living/dining room with open fire, a family
bathroom with bath and shower over plus two bedrooms, one double and the other
a twin/double. A travel cot, bedding and high chair can be provided on request.
Outside the garden is fully fenced and there is a shed for storage of bicycles
and fishing equipment. A table with bench seating and a barbecue are provided.
Tigh Alasdair has ample parking. Open all year. Rates from
£160-£380 per week including all bed linen, towels, basic cleaning
materials, peat, kindlers, firelighters and paper for the fire and a £5
allowance for electricity. A starter pack of provisions can be arranged on
request. Please note: Tigh Alasdair is non smoking. Well behaved pets welcome.
Contact Janet MacDonald. Tel: +44 (0)778 0937 278. Fax: +44 (0)1470 521
655.