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Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Dining
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10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Isle of Lewis, SCT
  • Popular LocationStornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal29 min drive
  • Popular LocationLews Castle29 min drive
  • Popular LocationCallanish Stone Circle33 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Lovely setting and a well equipped and comfortable property. Well located for reaching different parts of the islands.
Stephen D.
Aug 16, 2021

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis

Features:

• Off road parking for up to 3 cars
• Ground floor accommodation
• Ground floor bedroom
• Smoke-free
• Garden / Patio
• Cot available
• Highchair available
• Washing machine
• Dishwasher
• Broadband / WiFi


The Property:

This charming, cottage commands lovely views over Loch Erisort and is conveniently located at the midpoint between Stornoway, Isle of Lewis and Tarbert, Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides.
Very well appointed throughout and with extra touches of luxury, this fabulous Isle of Lewis holiday home is ideal for families and couples alike looking for a remote and beautiful area of the country.
The bedrooms all have TVs with Freeview and consist of a super king-size double, a double with an en-suite and a twin room.
The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need during your stay and it also has a dining area, an ideal spot for you to unwind and enjoy the superb loch views with a glass of something refreshing.
Outside this Western Isle cottage is an area that leads out to a natural promontory that stretches into the loch, a beautiful, serene spot which was the location for the shooting of Grannie Islands cottage in the CBBC series Katie Morag.
Wherever you choose to visit, you will be amazed at the space and peace that awaits you on this special island and the comfort you will experience in your wonderful Western Isles cottage.


Accommodation:

All ground floor. Three bedrooms with TV: 1 x super king-size double, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with electric fire.


Amenities:

• Oil central heating with electric fire
• Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
• Fuel and power inc. in rent
• Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
• Cot and highchair available on request
• Off road parking for 3 cars
• Grassed area with patio and furniture
• Sorry, no pets and no smoking
• Seasonal basic shop and cafe in visitor centre 1 mile away
• Hotel with bar and restaurant 2 miles


About the location:

HABOST
Stornoway 20 miles
The area known as Pairc, South Lochs is made up of a number of small villages and is situated in the south east area of Lewis. Habost is one of the oldest settlements. Visitors to this remote and peaceful Island will enjoy its spectacular scenery, beautiful beaches as well as our many historic sights such as the Callanais Standing Stones reputed to be older than Stonehenge and a well preserved Pictish broch and the Blackhouse village at Garenin. Stornoway is the main shopping town and Lews Castle museum is well worth a visit to view the world famous Lewis Chessmen. The Island is a great place to spot wildlife such as both of Britain's largest raptors, the sea and golden eagle, seals, deer, whales, otter and dolphins amongst many others.

Property manager

Anne Martin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Isle of Lewis

Located in Isle of Lewis, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Museum Nan Eilean and Blue Pig Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hebridean Way End Point and Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal. Traveling with kids? Consider The Harris Tweed Company Grosebay and The Good Food Boutique. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Lewis Loom Centre - 27 min drive
  • Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive
  • Lews Castle - 29 min drive
  • Callanish Stone Circle - 33 min drive
  • Uig Sands - 114 min drive

Getting around

  • Stornoway (SYY) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ravenspoint - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Requisitos - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idyllically located bungalow, beautiful view 20 mls from Stornoway Isle of Lewis located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly vacation home is within 20 mi (32 km) of Clisham, The Harris Tweed Company Grosebay, and St Columba’s Church. The Good Food Boutique and Tràigh Mhealaboist are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Property
Extremely comfortable bungalow in a tranquil setting overlooking a Loch. It was equipped to a very high standard - even better than we had imagined. Our host Anne replied promptly when we contacted her. The location was ideal - halfway between Tarbert and Stornoway. We were a party of three generations and it suited everybody. If we return to Lewis and Harris, we would look no further than 7 Habost!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Loch View in Convenient Location
The house was just as pictured and very clean. The beds were comfortable and living area was spacious. There was a nice view of the loch out the dining room window and it was fun to watch the sheep with their lambs around the property. The location made it a good place to explore Lewis: Uig, the Calanais Standing Stones, the Black Houses, and to Stornoway for groceries and restaurants. There is the convenient Ravenspoint Centre about 2 miles down the road with a nice little museum, store with essentials, post office, and small cafe. Unfortunately the gas pumps were not working, but there was another station with a small grocery about 8 miles north. The owner provided a lovely welcome basket which was appreciated since we arrived late on a Saturday. The owner was very prompt and helpful in her replies to questions we had and there were a lot of pamphlets on things to do in the area. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Fantastic property! Everything you could posibly need! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ewan B., Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with wonderful views
Check in process was straight forward using the lockbox. Property was spacious and clean, very well equipped. Ideal location for exploring Lewis and Harris. Host was very helpful and quick to respond to messages. Highly recommend and would love to stay here again should we visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mairi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
A beautiful home situated in a lovely spot. Very well equipped and very comfortable. Lewis is a splendid island
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home in a beautiful location
The house was spotlessly clean, comfy and very well equipped. Little touches like providing a welcome basket of food and a pair of binoculars to watch the wild life in the bay were much appreciated. The location near Balallan is ideal for exploring both Lewis and Harris.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

ian p., hexham

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace with a view
Loved this property and location Had everything required and more for a Comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very well equipped.
Owners thought of everything. Perfect scenery
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The great unwind
This was our second attempt to travel to the outer Hebrides. We had to cancel two years ago and Anne was so good then, that we rebooked with her. The property is one of the best equipped that we have had. Position was very good for touring. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Everything about this bungalow is excellent. Clean, airy and homely with a lovely we welcome pack of food. Can't recommend enough!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lewis and Harris, first visit
The bungalow was perfect, well equipped, warm and spacious, the bed was comfortable and the setting great. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Lovely setting and a well equipped and comfortable property. Well located for reaching different parts of the islands.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely well equipped bungalow
The bungalow was clean, very well equipped and spacious, although there was only 2 of us it would suit a large group or family very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert I.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very peaceful retreat .
The property was excellent in every way but it should be noted that the island goes to sleep late Saturday afternoon and doesn’t wake until Monday morning,that did catch us out . For peace and quiet it would be hard to beat and the people were so friendly .

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness
7 Habost Isle of Lewis
Better than we could have expected. Owner left a welcome pack of tea, coffee, bread, biscuits, milk etc. This was just what we needed as we came of the ferry at 2015 hrs on a Thursday night and there was no shops open at that time. The location and views were excellent and the bungalow was superb.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

richard h., U.K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely comfortable and well equipped cottage in a great location for exploring Harris and Lewis.
Well equipped and very comfortable. Quiet, scenic location in a good position to explore the islands. Extensive facilities and warm and cosy with great views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location, comfortable house, perfect base.
Lovely, comfortable and spacious house with every convenience. Perfect for a relaxing holiday.. Anne was very helpful answering our questions.Great to sit at the window, watching the local sea eagle at the loch. The weather was amazing, but we really wouldn't have minded either way!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with beautiful views and well located to tour island.
Had a wonderful stay here. The house is very homely with everything you need and immaculately clean. The views are beautiful and it is a half way house from Stornoway and Tarbert so good base for touring around. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stewart C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
This is an ideal location for exploring the area and the view is great if the weather is kind to you. The house is spacious and very clean with everything you need Anne is very responsive to any questions and I would highly recommend this place

10/10 Excellent

Corrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic holiday home
We had a great week staying at 7 Habost. The house was very comfortable with everything you could need. Brilliant welcome basket awaited us in the kitchen including bottle of wine, bread, cereal, eggs, jam, tea, coffee!! The view was just stunning, beautiful watching sunsets and sunrises. My son particularly liked the fact we were staying next to “Granny Island’s” cottage from Katie Morag!! Perfect location for exploring Lewis and Harris with both being in easy distance. We look forward to our next stay 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness, quality and comfort
Beautifully equipped and maintained, almost everything we could ever need. Ann's helpfulness and very generous welcome pack very much appreciated. Great central and accessible location for exploring Lewis and Harris, and a cosy and relaxing place to come home to in the evening when the weather was grim - and we did get a lot of wind and rain! But so much to see the weather didn't keep us in! Thank you Ann for a wonderful holiday and firs visit to Outer Hebrides
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ivan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and welcoming
Lovely property well situated to explore Lewis and Harris. House was well presented, lovely and clean. Kitchen was great and a every utensil you need was present. House was very cosy which was good as weather wasn't always kind to us. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Isle of Lewis bungalow
Excellently appointed bungalow, immaculate, comfortable well equipped with all we could ask for. Great views down Loch Erisort and lots of birds for early morning bird watching. Convenient for touring both Lewis and Harris. Perfect start to our holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Graham W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb, home from home.
Fabulous cottage, one of the best we've ever stated in. Beautiful setting, great welcome pack, very comfortable cottage with everything you could possibly need. Thanks Anne, it certainly made up for some less than perfect weather.

10/10 Excellent

Beverley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday in a beautiful cottage
This property was spacious, in a great location and had spectacular views over Loch Erisort from the kitchen and dining room. There were 3 spacious bedrooms, a large bathroom with an excellent shower, an ensuite with another excellent shower, a large kitchen / dining room with a utility room, and a large comfortable lounge. There is also a lovely outdoor space with a picnic bench. The property is perfectly situated at Tabost, making it easy to explore the whole island. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone planning on visiting Lewis & Harris.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019