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Tiny home in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviewsAn Gearasdan The Eoropie pod. Tiny Home
Our luxury pod is situated in the rural northerly village of Eoropie in the western isles, close to the Butt of Lewis the pod is at the back of our house with a view over our croft and is near the Teampall Mholuaidh. We are in the beautiful, peaceful countryside. Away from the town about 27 miles from the Pod If you like a peaceful quiet place to relax Towels/Bedding Supplied The Pod is suitable for 2 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 children When sofa bed is in use there is limited space SMALL/COSY
29 Sept – 6 Oct
Guest suite in Isle of Lewis
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviewsLochside holiday annexe
Modern self-contained extension off main house. Beautiful views of Loch Leurbost. Accommodation comprises kitchen-dining-living room with Loch views; double bedroom - kingsize bed; Hypnos mattress; en suite wet room; second toilet; utility room with washing machine, microwave oven; decking area. TV, DVD player in lounge, Smart TV in bedroom. Entry via own front door. Private and communal garden. Single Zed bed; Cot, high-chair, baby bath also available. WiFi signal can sometimes be patchy.
30 Sept – 7 Oct
Shepherd’s hut in Garrabost
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviewsRisso`s Pod. Broadbay is baby dolphin hotspot.
Here is our new well kitted out Pod.It has underfloor heating,hot water,two ring induction hob,fridge/freezer,kettle,toaster,fixed double bed,and sofa bed.For your comfort it has toilet,wash hand basin and shower.Also WiFi,alexa, tv/dvd,amazon fire stick (netflix/childrens tv etc).It is very comfortable and cosy, with super soft fluffy fleece bedding and a pure wool duvet. It also has a bbq area with seating and fire pit for chilled out evenings. The pod is at the end of a quiet village.
2–9 Jan
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Cottage in Callanish
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviewsCallanish Cottage Stones view
22–29 Dec
Tiny home in Uig
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviewsFairyglen View Pod
1–6 Jul
Flat in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews1 Bedroom Flat, Stornoway Town Centre
8–15 Apr
Tiny home in Isle of Lewis
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviewsCosy & bright Wee (small) house in my Garden.
16–23 Sept
Holiday home in Borve
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviewsNEW! Home on the edge of the Ocean
21–28 Nov
Cabin in Uig
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviewsHeb Pods - South Pod
16–23 Mar
Guest house in Branahuie
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews‘Seaforth’ - A Hebridean getaway with sea view!
15–22 Feb
Cabin in Kirkibost
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviewsThe View, Isle of Lewis Lodges (Elsa, lodge 2)
5–12 Nov
Guest suite in Carloway
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviewsA' Bhuail' a Tuath (The North Field)
8–15 Jan
Flat in Timsgearraidh
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviewsUig Sands Rooms Luxury Apartment
22–29 Aug
Home in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviewsTigh na Beart is a cosy all year round retreat
3–10 Apr
Holiday home in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviewsCherry blossom guest house
25 Jan – 1 Feb
Your guide to Isle of Lewis
All About Isle of Lewis
Situated off the northwest coast of Scotland, the Isle of Lewis is an enchanting region in the Na h-Eileanan an Iar, or the Western Isles, where rolling grassy hills and jagged cliffs frame turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. Despite its name, the Isle of Lewis is not a separate island but forms part of a larger island with Harris in the Outer Hebrides. It is a sparsely populated region with its town, Stornoway, and most of its villages dotted around the coastline. The central area comprises the Lewis Peatlands, a plateau containing a vast swathe of peat, which is still used by the local community for heating.
Visitors can explore the dramatic seascapes of the island, taking in striking cliffs and rock formations, sheltered coves, and exquisite beaches, including Uig and Valtos beaches. The Lewis villages appear locked in time with a strong sense of community spirit, with Gaelic freely spoken and traditional Celtic music celebrated. The windswept landscapes here show traces of the past, from the 5,000-year-old Calanais Standing Stones to hilltop Dun Carloway Broch from the Iron Age. The Blackhouse in Arnol dates from the late 1800s, while the Lewis Chessmen in the Museum nan Eilean are evidence of the island’s Viking past.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Isle of Lewis
Spring can be wet, so make sure you’re prepared for windy coastal walks with a waterproof coat and sturdy shoes. Most visitors book holiday cottages here for May through August, when temperatures are higher and the daylight hours are longer for walking around the coastline. Many local events occur during this time, like an international film festival that takes place throughout the Hebrides over a week in July. Also in July, the four-day Hebridean Celtic Festival in front of Lews Castle in Stornoway is one of the largest festivals on the island. Late summer sees carpets of heather light up the landscape, and you’ll notice birds starting their migration overhead in the autumn as evenings get gradually cooler and darker. Although temperatures are more comfortable from spring through to autumn, rapidly changing conditions mean that you’ll always be glad of at least a light jacket, and winds can be fierce along the coast.
The days are much shorter in the winter, with stronger winds and higher rainfall coming in from the Atlantic. The longer nights are celebrated in February when the Hebridean Dark Skies Festival is held, taking advantage of the low levels of light pollution in the area, and you might even be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the northern lights. Be aware that Stornoway is a deeply religious town, with most businesses closed on Sundays.
Top things to do in Isle of Lewis
Uig Sands
On the west coast of the Isle of Lewis is one of the most spectacular beaches in the region, Uig Beach. The word “Uig” is Norse for “bay,” and the area boasts a huge bay area with a wide expanse of sand set against a backdrop of rolling green mountains and surrounded by captivating rock formations. The region is known for being the site of one of the greatest archaeological finds in the area, as the Lewis Chessmen were discovered here in 1831.
Calanais Stone Circle
About a half-hour west of Stornoway are the Calanais Standing Stones, which date between approximately 2900 and 2600 BC. A 4.8-metre stone monolith stands in the centre, with 13 smaller stones surrounding it and more stones scattered around the area. The site has a visitor centre, cafe, and an exhibition called “Story of the Stones,” where you can discover the various theories behind this Neolithic monument.
Museum nan Eilean
The first Gaelic-led museum in the United Kingdom, Museum nan Eilean was built in 2016 in a modern glass building next to Lews Castle in Stornoway. It explores life over millennia in the Outer Hebrides, with six of the Lewis Chessmen at its heart. The museum also includes personal accounts from Hebridean residents about their unique lives here.
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