Cottage holiday rentals in Lewis and Harris

Another long stay at Forge End has come to an end for my self and work colleague. Again a big thank you to Alea for accommodating us and looking after us over the past 13 weeks and during the booking process. Forge End has been a real home from home for us and has made a long period working away from home a really enjoyable. Your home in Applecross is real find for us and if/when we are required to visit Applecross you will be our first choice every time. Thank you again from both of us.

One of the loveliest places we've ever stayed! Superb and spacious accommodation, beautifully decorated and really well & thoughtfully equipped - it will *exceed* your expectations. With the sauna and hot tub, it's not easy to drag yourself out of the house! And to top it off, the view across the loch is utterly mesmerising. Vivienne was a great host, letting us know everything we needed and leaving a lovely welcome pack. The house is in a peaceful location that is still handy for the main road and great for interesting local walks .... if you can drag yourself away! Can't recommend highly enough 😊

We had an amazing couple of days in this awesome Airbnb. Michelle gave us a warm welcome, when we arrived. The house is a perfect place to explore the Isle of Skye and relax in the hut tub in the evening and enjoy the sea view. We would have wished to stay longer and will definitely be back. One hundred percent recommended.

The house on the Isle of Skye was more than big enough gorgeous four or even five people. The cozy living room was great for the evenings. The company, holidaycottages, was very professional and gave us all the information we needed. And in case of an emergency or other needs, the phonenumber of the owner was available as well. The view from the house was amazing as well and the wood stove and the jacuzzi were great bonuses. Would definitely book again!

Wow!! What a beautiful spot! Betty’s lookout was perfectly outfitted for our party of three and we enjoyed both the cabin, the hot tub, the wood burning stove and the views!!! We were so lucky to get the pleasure of the incredible food, service and ambience of Monkstadt 1745 for dinner while there. Making our bucket list trip to Scotland and Isle of Skye so very special. Thank you for an incredible experience.

We absolutely loved our stay here, it is a special place with outstanding views and wonderful hosts that made us feel so very welcome so much so that we would love to visit again, we would highly recommend you visit Skippers retreat!

Had a wonderful time at Sundown. The location is quiet and peaceful, but still has the convenience of Stornoway a short drive away. The cottage is well equipped with everything you would need for a stay away from home, and has ample room to be comfortable. The view from the living room window is spectacular and you can see many different types of local wildlife, including deer and birds of prey (don't forget your binoculars!) The hot tub is private, and after short instruction is easy to use. Christine is a great host, and and offered plenty of recommendations for places to buy local produce all of which were great quality.

Glenview was the perfect place for a relaxing week in Lewis. Everywhere was very clean and comfortable and had all the amenities that we needed. The garden was perfect for our small dog to run free as it is completely enclosed. The views were amazing. There were only two of us, but it would be completely fine for two couples or a family. We would definitely stay again when back on Lewis. The location is very good for exploring the whole island and beyond.

Alistairs cottage was brilliant, a perfect place to retreat to after a day of exploring Skye. It had everything we needed for 2 adults and 2 teens and we felt right at home.

The cottage is in an excellent location for exploring both North and South Uist. A quiet and peaceful position but close to the local amenities meant that we did not fell totally isolated. We were greeted by short-eared owls, Hen Harriers and other wildlife on a daily basis which added to our overall enjoyment of our surroundings. The cottage was well equipped, clean and cosy. We will certainly consider staying here again.

Absolutely stunning location, helped by the most amazing weather. Beach at end of garden. Beautiful wild swimming spot, safe sloping beach. Bed linens and kitchen equipment lovely quality. Slept really well. Walking distance to Reef beach, mile long stretch of white sand. Perfect get away and the dog loved it too.

The house is situated at a beautiful spot with scenic beauty all around. Away from the hustle. The turn which leads to the house feels like on top of the world with sea view! Could see the sheep from the window. Our family of 5 had a great time. It had a drawing room with books and games, a very well equipped kitchen with plenty of dishes and dishwasher. One bathroom and WC, three rooms and 5beds. We could was the clothes in the machine.

we have been to plockton 3 times and Catherine's property has the most stunning view although a bit of a walk to the main village it is worth it just for the view. we just parked at the railway station when taking our greyhound as he hs arthritis and walked down from there. lambs at the bottom of the garden and a deer in the next field grazing and to top it off one of the local cows who roam free took a liking to greyhounds and joined us on our walk near the cottage. just a beautiful spot and plockton never disappoints us. we will be back. gorgeous weather. even got out in our canoe. 😀

Without doubt the nicest and most well thought out place we have stayed to date Thankyou soooo much Gemma 😊 x

Indigo is a cosy home, in beautiful surrounds. We wish we could have stayed longer.

The cottage is such a lovely wee gem. It's in a really quietl location but also close enough to the main road of Harris. So if you have a lot of activities planned, it's easy to go around the island. Christian is a really responsive, helpful and kind owner as well. Highly recommend.

An absolutely stunning house, with everything you could need. A great location for exploring an amazing island. Una was so helpful with any questions I had and responded very quickly. As a family of 6 (2 pensioners, 3 adults and on teenager) we found the space worked great and the location was lovely.

From the moment we arrived, this charming cottage exceeded every expectation. Beautifully maintained and full of character, it strikes the perfect balance between cozy comfort and high-end quality. Every detail — from the pristine linens and fully equipped kitchen to the thoughtful décor — reflects the care and pride that’s clearly gone into making this a true home-away-from-home. What truly made our stay unforgettable, however, was Donald, our host. From the outset, his communication was prompt, warm, and genuinely welcoming. He went out of his way to ensure we had everything we needed, offering local recommendations, checking in discreetly to make sure we were comfortable, and even leaving a few personal touches that made us feel like VIP guests. In short, this wasn’t just a place to stay — it was an experience. If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with a host who genuinely cares about your visit, look no further. We’re already planning our return.

Janice was a wonderful host as usual, and as usual the cottage was lovely! Quick drive into the center of town. Quiet and peaceful.

Grants house is Stylish, clean and with beautiful views over Loch Harport. Handy for Carbost 1m away, which offers a good pub, cafe and Distillery. Only 30 mins from Portree which has nearly everything you need. It is obviously loved and cared for by the owner.

Sarah was extremely responsive to our questions, & very helpful in her answers regarding local parking, appliances, etc. Lovely setting…a few minutes’ walk from a beautiful bay & a gorgeous mountain hike.

This is a wonderful place to stay in a glorious location. The house is very well furnished and decorated. The walk down to the sea is a delight and there are paths both left and right along the cliff top. We saw numerous waders and also sea eagles. The drive to Point of Nis is worthwhile as is the trip to Callanish - the stones are accessible even though the centre is closed. There are many books on the bookshelf covering local history, The Changing Outer Hebrides and Children of the Black House are definitely worth dipping in to. This is a great location to explore the delights of Harris and Lewis from.

Stayed at Zoe’s place for 2 nights while visiting the Highlands. The place was phenomenal and the view was great. It acted as a mid point between Isle of Skye and Loch Ness & Fort William. The cottage was cozy and it felt home like. Zoe provided all the essentials you need and even more, so very thoughtful. Zoe was nice and responsive. Would highly recommend