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31 Northton, Isle Of Harris, HS3 3JA. In a wonderfully peaceful location, this traditional Hebridean croft house has been fully modernised to provide comfortable accommodation for from 4 to 6 guests. It benefits from great views over Mount Chiapaval and Northton Bay, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. There are beautiful unspoilt beaches within easy walking distance and mountain and coastal walks in the area. 31 Northton is also a great base for touring. The well appointed accommodation comprises a modern, well equipped kitchen, a dining room, a living room with Rayburn stove and a large lounge with a sofa bed. There are two bedrooms on the upper floor, a double and a twin, plus a family bathroom with a bath and a shower. Outside there is off-road parking and safe storage for bikes. Open all year. Rates from £495-£795 per week including all electricity and fuel cost, linen and WiFi. Please note: we are sorry, but we cannot accept pets. Tel: Colin or Janet on 07765 126967 or 07796 140979.
E-mail: info@31northton.com
WWW: www.31northton.com

The Byre at 31 Northton, Isle Of Harris, HS3 3JA. In a wonderfully peaceful location, this stylish conversion of an original Croft Byre sleeps 2 and sits adjacent to the cottage at 31 Northton, but with separate access. It benefits from great views over Mount Chiapaval and Northton Bay, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, from its tower lounge/viewing room. The well appointed accommodation also includes an open-plan kitchen/dining/lounge with a multi-fuel wood burning stove, well equipped kitchen area, space for dining, comfortable seating, Smart internet TV, DVD, Fast broadband and Wi-fi. Additionally, The Byre has one double bedroom and a shower room. Outside there is a private car parking space and safe storage for bikes. There are beautiful unspoilt beaches within easy walking distance and mountain and coastal walks in the area. Open all year. Rates from £450-£850 per week including all electricity, fuel and linen. Single person discount avaiable on request. Please note: we are sorry, but we cannot accept pets in The Byre. Tel: Colin or Janet on 07765 126967 or 07796 140979.
E-mail: info@thebyrenorthton.com
WWW: www.thebyrenorthton.com

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. Winter Sale 2018/19 25% off 5 nights or more. 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 £925 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

Albany Cottage, Kyles, Isle of Harris. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Walkers and Cyclists Welcome Award. This beautifully modernised detached stone blackhouse dates from 1803 and is set in a peaceful location 5 miles east of Tarbert in the small village of Kyles. A great base for exploring, for walking and climbing and for seeking out the gorgeous unspoilt sandy beaches that Harris has in abundance, you'll find everything close by including local shops and places to eat. The luxury accommodation is all at ground level and comprises a large kitchen/diner with separate utility room, a cosy lounge with a large plasma TV, home cinema system and Sky, one kingsize double bedroom and a bathroom with corner bath and power shower. Egyptian cotton linens, bathrobes and Highland Aromatics toiletries are provided as is WiFi and a welcome pack. Open all year. Rates from £495 per week. Please note Albany Cottage is non smoking and cannot accept pets. Contact Martin Myers. Tel: 01859 520746.
E-mail: info@albanycottageharris.com
WWW: www.albanycottageharris.com

Wellness Self Catering at Beachview Cottages, 13 Northton, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JA. Wonderfully remote in the midst of the most beautiful white sandy beaches of South Harris, these two 5 Star cottages are the perfect base to explore the Isle of Harris. Wild walks start within a 5 minute walk of the cottages on vast, empty beaches. Gannet and Fulmar are beautiful cottages with stunning panoramic views over Scarista beach. Be amazed by the ever-changing skies, or relax in the Jacuzzi spa in the luxury bathrooms with sauna and steam shower. Each has two bedrooms with ensuite bath/shower rooms, sleeping 2-4 people. The cottages, located in the middle of 5 of Harris's most beautiful beaches, are mostly booked a year in advance. Check our website for availability or give us a call any time for information. Jan and Suzan are exceptionally warm hosts who go out of their way for you – or leave you in peace. Enjoy fishing, biking, seal-watching and wildlife. Open all year. Rates from £1150 -£1500 per week including all linen, towels, fast WiFi and HD TV. We welcome a well behaved dog on request. Dog Policy applies, fee £75 per week. We also have a large luxury family house with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Jacuzzi and woodburner. For info, please see a 2 minute video here. or call Jan or Suzan Visser on 01859 520315.
E-mail: beachviewcottages@hotmail.com
WWW: www.beachviewcottages.eu and Kilda House Website

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 and David Williams. Tel: 01732 870501.
E-mail: dinaz.williams@btinternet.com
WWW: 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

Clisham Cottage, Ardhasaig, Isle of Harris, HS3 3AJ. 4 Star Self Catering. Set in a spectacular location, surrounded by the North Harris hills and overlooking Ardhasaig Bay, Clisham Cottage offers highly appointed accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. All rooms are individually and tastefully decorated and the ground floor can be self contained, making the cottage suitable for guests with limited mobility. The property comprises, on the ground floor, a fully fitted kitchen, a spacious lounge with dining area, one double bedroom and a bathroom. To the lower ground is a further double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a twin room. Outside is a decked area, ample parking and an outhouse suitable for storing bicycles. Clisham Cottage is close to the Ardhasaig Hotel with its excellent restaurant, within walking distance of the village shop, and under 3 miles from Tarbert. Open all year. From £400 per week. Contact Donalda Maclean. Tel: +44 (0)1859 50 2585 (evenings).
E-mail: stay@harriscottage.com
WWW: www.harriscottage.com

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

Cnoc Na Ba, Finsbay, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JD. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Set in the unique landscape of the rocky east coast of south Harris known as The Bays, amid moorland, inland lochs and hills, Cnoc Na Ba is an ideal location for exploring the Western Isles. It is great for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, fishing, watersports and wildlife watching; the stunning sandy beaches on the west coast of the island are about 20 minutes drive away; or you might just want to enjoy the peace and tranquility. The comfortable and well equipped accommodation sleeps 4 guests and comprises an open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room with all modern appliances including Free-view TV, DVD and Hi-Fi, one double and one twin bedded room, a bathroom with shower bath and a utility/drying room. A high chair and travel cot are available if required. Outside is an enclosed garden area with patio and BBQ. Wireless internet access is provided. Open all year. Fully inclusive rates from £300-£580 per week. Out of season short breaks (min 2 nights) from £150. Contact Catherine Ross Winton. Tel: 01859 530232.
E-mail: info@cnocnaba.co.uk
WWW: www.cnocnaba.co.uk

Creagach Chalet, Bedersaig, Isle of Harris. In a superb location by Hushinish Beach, Creagach Chalet is clean, modern and sleeps up to 4 guests. The accommodation comprises of one double bedroom and one twin, a separate fully fitted kitchen with all modern appliances, bathroom and a cosy lounge with satellite tv/dvd player and stunning ocean views. Outside seating is provided as is secure bike storage. Creagach Chalet is located 15 miles from the ferry port at Tarbert on the B887, an incredible drive with many stunning mountain viewpoints. You'll find a range of activities on the doorstep including endless hiking for all levels, remote beaches, fishing, eagle and otter spotting and wonderful cycling. Hushinish Beach is simply breathtaking with its white sands. Open all year. Pets very welcome indeed. Rates from £350-£545 per week. Short breaks available during low season. Contact Tel or Text: 07398 887642.
E-mail: Creagachharris@gmail.com
WWW: creagach-harrischalet.com

Croft Cottage, 3 Diracleit, Isle of Harris, HS3 3DP. STB 5 Star Self Catering. Croft Cottage offers 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 £920 per week. Winter 3 or 4 day breaks also available at £500. Contact: Alice Read. Tel: 01859 502338.
E-mail: enquiries@croftcottageharris.co.uk
WWW: www.croftcottageharris.co.uk

Fern Cottage, Scalpay, Isle of Harris, HS4 3YB. This traditional croft cottage has seen recent renovation to a very high standard and offers spacious accommodation for up to 7 guests. Set in a stunning location overlooking the village and South harbour, you can watch the various small craft that use this natural sheltered haven from here. There is also an abundance of wildlife and sea birds. Fern Cottage is only 10 minutes drive from Tarbert and, via the bridge which connects Scalpay to mainland Harris, you'll also find wonderful beaches within a 20 minute drive. An ideal base for angling, walking or exploring the island of Harris and Lewis, Scalpay village boasts a Post Office, newsagent/grocery store and café. The property comes well appointed with satellite TV and free wireless broadband and has adjacent parking and a picnic area outside. Open all year. Rates from £450-£500 per week. Please note: Fern Cottage is no smoking throughout and cannot accept pets. Contact: Chirsty MacKinnon. Tel: 01859 540305.
E-mail: scalpayharris@gmail.com
WWW: www.scalpayharris.com

Flodabay Farm Caravan Park, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HA. Offering a peaceful retreat in the Outer Hebrides, Flodabay Farm Caravan Park occupies an idyllic location overlooking an unspoiled natural landscape. This hidden gem has space for 3 motorhomes or caravans on an elevated site. Each pitch has its own picnic bench, electric hook up and small herb patch. There is a chemical disposal point, general waste disposal and a clean water supply for visitors to use. Access to electricity points is also included in the price - from £25 per night. The stunning views come free! Flodabay Farm also offers B&B accommodation and their speciality Famous Flodabay Farm Seafood Buffet for 2 can be cooked and delivered to your van. There is a 5 Hole Golf Driving Range on site (golf clubs and balls provided) and 2 secluded lochs for fishing for wild brown trout. One of the lochs has a resident otter and holt. Please note: the site has no separate toilets or showers. This is wild camping with all the essentials and a wee bit more! Contact: Tony or Sharon. Tel: 01859 530353.
E-mail: tonyandsharon@flodabayfarm.co.uk
WWW: www.flodabayfarm.co.uk

Grosebay Cottages, 8 Grosebay, Isle of Harris, HS3 3ER. On the East side of Harris, right on the rustic seaside, Grosebay Cottages offer solitude, amazing landscapes and good highland living. Comprising Fraser Cottage and Old Croft House, these two charming properties sit in a tranquil location, facing the sea. Both have 2 bedrooms, a double and a twin, and come well equipped with everything you could need in a home away from home. Fraser Cottage sits at ther water's edge offering peace, tranquility, seals and otters in abundance. Pets are allowed in Fraser at a small extra cost, but are restricted to the porch area. Old Croft House faces The Minch in a quiet spot. Please note: there are a number of steps up to Old Croft House, making it unsuitable for anyone with a mobility issue. Open all year. Rates from £350 -£430 per week. Electricity is charged additionally, at cost. A charge of £20 per dog applies in Fraser Cottage with a maximum of 2 dogs. For further information and to book, contact John Macleod. Tel: 01859 530 251.
E-mail: macloud@madasafish.com
WWW: www.isleofharriscottages.co.uk

Harris Hill Lodge, Achmore, Isle of Lewis. A fifteen minute drive from both Stornoway and the Callanish Stones and a short drive from some of the best west coast beaches, Harris Hill Lodge is a well appointed two bedroom cottage set back from the road and with wonderful views all round. It benefits from a secluded, central island position with no immediate neighbours. The accommodation comprises an open plan living space with a fully fitted kitchen with all modern appliances and a lounge with log burner, one double bedroom, one twin room and a spacious bathroom with a bath and separate shower. There is an excellent signal for most mobile networks and the cottage has Wi-Fi. The lounge has patio doors leading onto a decking area that overlooks the neighbouring loch. There is ample parking and the lodge has a large natural garden where wildlife such as deer sometimes visit. Harris Hill Lodge is a great base for exploring both Lewis and Harris with the convenience of a petrol station with a minimarket close by. Open all year. Rates from £350 per week. One well behaved dog is welcome (in the living area only) for an additional £25 per week. Contact: Deborah Ford. Tel: 07796 474412.
E-mail: via our online form
WWW: Harris Hill Web Site

Harris Holiday Homes, 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 £500 per week. Open all year. Contact: Dina Stewart. Tel: 01224 584864.
E-mail: glencarragrich@aol.com
WWW: www.harrisholidayhome.co.uk

Hawthorn, Willow and Rowan Cottages, Gisla, Uig, Isle of Lewis. STB 4 Star Self Catering. Loch Roag Cottages have 3 well appointed properties - Hawthorn, Willow and Rowan - each offering luxury living in a beautiful setting. Hawthorn Cottage is a traditional Scottish croft house which has been thoroughly modernised and re-furbished to create a charming property offering 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, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a shower room. Willow and Rowan are two purpose built cottages at Kinlochroag. Similar in layout, with a large open-plan living space, Willow and Rowan each have one double bedroom, one twin room and a family bathroom. Open all year. Rates from £300-£440 per week. All our properties are non smoking and cannot accept pets. Contact Finlay or Rachel Macdonald. Tel: 01851 672368. Fax: 01851 672241.
E-mail: via our online form
WWW: www.gisla.co.uk

Hebridean Luxury Holidays, 7 Sand Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2UE. STB 5 Star Self Catering. Furnished in a contemporary style,"Metagama","Iolaire" and "Craigroyston" Lodges offer an unsurpassed standard of holiday accommodation on the Isle of Lewis. All properties have fully fitted kitchens, include a full Sky TV package, DVD Home Cinema and WiFi internet and have gardens with off street parking for two or more vehicles. All have have open plan living areas and cathedral ceilings. "Iolaire" and "Metagama" have 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom. These are complete with saunas and Jacuzzi baths. "Craigroyston" has 3 bedrooms, and 2 bath or shower rooms. "Craigroyston" and "Iolaire" also have outdoor hot tubs. From £749 to £999 per week. Short breaks September through May. Pets Welcome. Tel: 07917 035 295.
E-mail: stay@hebgroup.co.uk
WWW: www.hebrideanluxuryholidays.co.uk

Kilda House, Isle of Harris. STB 4 Star Visit Scotland graded Luxury Self Catering. Just a five minute drive away from Northton's five jewel white sandy beaches at South Harris, you'll find this luxurious semi-detached house at Leverburgh. Scarista beach is also five minutes away, as is the Isle of Harris Golf Club. The four star awarded house sleeps 2-6 people and is furnished to a high standard with a Jacuzzi bath, 2nd bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with a luxury bean to cup coffee machine. This accommodation boasts excellent views over Loch Obbe, the village of Leverburgh and the remote South Harris hills. Many of our returning guests find Kilda House a great base for walking, fishing, cycling, seal watching and exploring the islands. Open all year. Rates from £650 for a 3 night stay for 2 to £1650 for a full house (6 people) for a week in Summer, including all linen, towels, fast WiFi and HD TV. At Kilda House we welcome a well behaved dog on request. Dog Policy applies, fee £75 per week. For an impression watch our short video about Kilda House. Contact Susan on 01859 520315, or look for availability and info here.
E-mail: harrisselfcatering@outlook.com
WWW: Kilda House Website

Lewis Longhouse, Broadbay, Isle of Lewis. STB 5 Star, Green Tourism GOLD award Self Catering. Set low on a hillside with wide, uninterrupted views to beach and moorland. Floor to ceiling windows create a stunning vista, opening south onto a large deck from where you can enjoy the ever changing views from stunning sunrises to sunset and the dark night sky. This is a luxurious, architect-designed home featuring a spacious, double–height kitchen/dining space, open-plan to the living area, two large bedrooms, one en-suite, with superking or twin beds to sleep 4, two bathrooms. Upstairs is another quiet relaxing lounge area with surprise balcony. Underfloor heating keeps oak floors warm underfoot and a multi-fuel stove keeps you cosy. Owner Linda provides all the help you need in planning your stay in this luxurious home-from-home. Open all year. Rates from £950 to £1780 per week (prices frozen for 2018). Short breaks available each September to April. Contact: Linda MacLeod Brown. Tel: 01425 483078. Mobile: 07961 445632.
E-mail: stay@lewislonghouse.com
WWW: www.lewislonghouse.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

Lochhouse Cottage, Geocrab, Isle of Harris, HS3 3HB. In the heart of the Bays of Harris surrounded by spectacular scenery, Lochhouse is a 3 bedroom detached cottage offering comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests. The property comprises a fully fitted kitchen, a separate living room, a conservatory, 3 bedrooms and a family bathroom. Outside is an enclosed deck area. Lochhouse Cottage is a great place to get away from it all and to sit back and enjoy the views: though you will also find it a great base from which to fish, walk, sail, golf or cycle. You'll find everything you need close by. The ports of Tarbert and Leverburgh are just a short drive away giving access to mainland Scotland and to the Uists and there are places to visit and things to do across Harris and Lewis all within an easy days' travelling. Open all year. Rates from £400-£600 per week including provision of all linen, heating and electricity. Contact Mamie MacLeod. Tel: 01851 702682.
E-mail: mamiem.macleod@hotmail.co.uk
WWW: www.lochhouse.co.uk

Mil Bothy, 7 Quidinish, Isle of Harris, HS3 3JQ. Mil Bothy is a comfortable and peaceful getaway for two, on the beautiful coastline of the Bays of Harris. You can watch wildlife at the water's edge through the windows of the cottage. Mil Bothy is situated overlooking Finsbay with the sea lapping against the surrounding rocks below with vistas across the Minch to Skye. There is rarely a dull moment, from flat blue calm to nature showing off its most powerful might. We are remote - which is a blessing in disguise - giving a better chance of watching undisturbed wildlife and enjoying peace in this simple wilderness. Mil Bothy has wheelchair access and is very cosy; the main living room and kitchen is spacious and open plan, with nothing beyond but sea and landscape. There is one double bedroom and a bathroom with a bath and separate shower. Sit on the patio on the South side of the cottage and you forget the world you have left behind. Those who fancy catching a fish for their supper should bring their fishing rod! Open all year. Rates from £450. WiFi available. Contact: Chris and Annick Merlin. Tel: 01859 530 400.
E-mail: info@milbothy.co.uk
WWW: www.milbothy.co.uk

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, Blu-Ray player and Bluetooth speaker, a separate office/games room with Wii, board games and books, 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 £590-£700 per week. Short breaks from £85 per night (minimum 3 night stay). Free WiFi. Pets welcome. Sorry no smoking. 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

Rowan Cottage, Urgha, Isle of Harris. STB 3 Star Self Catering. A traditional crofters cottage with spectacular views over East Loch Tarbert, Rowan Cottage offers simple yet comfortable accommodation in the quiet and picturesque village of Urgha (pronounced Ur-A-Ha). The village is just a ten minute drive from the main village of Tarbert, with its ferry port, shops, bank and tourist information centre. A great base for touring, you'll find plenty to see and do in the local area with activities to suit all ages and abilities and the close proximity of the ferry port opens up options for island hopping. The cottage comprises a kitchen, cosy living/dining room with feature fireplace, satellite television and DVD player, two double bedrooms, one twin bedroom and a family bathroom. Open all year. Rates range from £200-£400 per week. Please note: Rowan Cottage is a non smoking house. Contact: Mary Ann Mackinnon. Tel: 01859 502114.
E-mail: mrs.ma.mackinnon@gmail.com

Sea View House, 7 Strond, Isle of Harris, HS3 5UB. Sea View House has majestic views over the Atlantic Ocean to the front of the property. It is a house full of wellness. Visit Scotland awarded the house 'an outstanding 5 star award' stating: 'The house has been completed to an extremely high standard' with a 'first class lounge where guest will really appreciate the stunning sea views from the picture windows, with real feature wood burning stoves, large SMART TV, Bose music system, a telescope and binoculars to observe wildlife and (Eames and Natuzzi) design furniture. There is a cleverly designed upstairs 'suite' with memorable artwork and a Swiss design king size bed, an an ensuite bathroom of exceptional quality with a double spa bath, a large power shower, driftwood 'decor' features and a sauna for two'. 'The painted floor with water lilies provides a real wow factor. The open plan kitchen is striking and again finished to very high standard indeed. The Siematic kitchen units look great and feature top quality appliances from Smeg and Miele in keeping with the quality in the rest of the house'. There is a De Longhi de Luxe bean to cup machine for coffee lovers and an EU Boom Speaker for connecting to your bluetooth devices. The downstairs bedroom with ensuite shower room has fantastic artwork and comfortable underfloor heating. Top quality standards of cleanliness noted throughout with clear attention to detail' See further information in a 2 minute video here. Open all year. From £650 for 3 nights to £1500 per week for 2 people. Tel: 01859 520315.
E-mail: seaviewharris@gmail.com
WWW: Sea View House Website

Sealladh na Mara/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 £600-£700 per week including all costs. Tel/Fax: (00)1-613-832-2244.
E-mail: oceanview@istar.ca
WWW: www.home.istar.ca/~psutherl/oceanview/

Stornoway Holiday Cottage, 24 New Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2JJ. Within five minutes walking distance of Lews Castle, with its beautiful grounds and golf course, Stornoway Holiday Cottage is conveniently located for everything the island capital has to offer. A great base for touring, this well appointed property offers spacious accommodation for up to 8 guests. Of traditional build, the cottage has been recently modernised and comprises a fully fitted kitchen with all modern appliances, a utility room, a spacious lounge with Sky TV and surround sound, a separate dining room, a downstairs cloakroom, a large contemporary bathroom with shower and free standing bath and 4 bedrooms: 3 upstairs and 1 down. Stornoway Cottage has a private garden and off road parking. Open all year. Rates from £500-£750 per week. Includes free WiFi. Sorry no smoking or pets. Contact: Angus or Christine Macdonald. Tel: 01555 890 799. Mobile: 0782 868 0002.
E-mail: info@stornowayholidaycottage.co.uk
WWW: www.stornowayholidaycottage.co.uk

'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