The Lewis Longhouse

Isle of Lewis, Western Isles
Self-catering
+44 (0)7961 445632
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Per night
£250 - £350
Per week
£2000 - £2650

3 beds

Bedroom

2 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 4

Children welcome
Babies welcome

A wonderfully comfortable light-filled house with long views, a sandy beach to walk to, fabulous walking and wildlife and a superb kitchen

Per night
£250 - £350
Per week
£2000 - £2650

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£250 - £350 per night

£2000 - £2650 per week

The Experience

The Longhouse is architect-designed with not another building to disturb the stunning views across grass rushes to the sea. In summer you’ll be strolling the raised boardwalk or eating on the dining deck. This serene, Scandi-style house has a really well-stocked kitchen with lots of cookery books and sharp knives for proper cooks. You’ll find local treats waiting too.

Bedrooms, bathrooms (one facing south) and living spaces seamlessly spread themselves out, with the kitchen on the same level and a super second sitting room upstairs for escapees with computer and WiFi for those who must work. Glass doors glide open to a wraparound deck, perfect for a sundowner at dusk or a barbecue on a warm night – buy fresh shellfish straight from the boats.

Bedrooms have fabulous touches – modern chandeliers, Harris tweed throws and cushions, huge picture windows. Sip tea in bed, admire the views, feel lucky to be here.

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We think you'll love

  • Spending days exploring this wonderful place - beachcombing, wild swimming, walking, taking boat trips, spotting birds and wildlife
  • Cooking superb fresh fish and shellfish outdoors in summer months - it stays light for ages and then when the night is clear you may even see the Milky Way
  • Firing up the wood-burner, hunkering down with a good book, watching the drama unfold outdoors
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You should know

  • Mobile signal can be poor depending on your network but WiFi is excellent
  • You can't walk to a restaurant or place to eat
  • No pets please

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accessibility

  • Step-free guest entrance
  • Guest entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bedroom access
  • Bedroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free bathroom access
  • Bathroom entrance wider than 81cm
  • Step-free shower
  • Shower and toilet grab bars
  • Shower or bath chair
  • Accessible parking space
  • Ceiling or mobile hoist
  • Hearing loop
  • Subtitles available on televisions
  • Guest information in large print or braille

Pricing

Nightly price
from £250
Weekly price
from £2000
Damage deposit
£250
Surcharges
Short breaks: 3-night stay from £605. Extra bed/sofabed available £250 per person per week.
1 House for 4
From £2503 beds2 bedrooms

Information

Special offer: 10% off March/April stays - Escape for a late break in this calming island home. Think longer days & starry nights! Great location for exploring. Extra Easter goodies in welcome pack for Easter stays

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights in high season. Short breaks available.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

Ilana

We loved everything about the Long House. It’s impossible to describe just how beautiful and well-appointed it is. The views are just jaw dropping and Linda has thought of everything. The lovely housekeeper met us & showed us around in detail, which was really helpful. There was a proper booklet of suggested trips and niche little-known places to visit. The EV charger was a real bonus for us. I will be back!


Clare

We had a great stay at the Lewis Longhouse in July. The house is very well designed and exquisitely appointed with absolutely all needs catered for. Beds all very comfortable as was the living space. Beautiful light in all the rooms. We didn't try the bus to Stornoway but did see it passing and looks like a pretty regular service. We ate out a couple of evenings in Stornoway, Boatshed and Harbour Kitchen, both excellent food, but otherwise enjoyed just spending time at the house, particularly as we were there when the days are at their longest.


Mark

First time at the Longhouse and we really enjoyed it. The setting and location were perfect and everything about the house was well thought out and provided for. It was very interesting to learn about the history of the house and the maps and guidebooks provided were really useful. Overall it was a beautiful, well designed house which was well appointed and had everything we needed.


Ruth

Our fourth visit to the lovely Longhouse. This in itself speaks volumes as it is the only self catering property we have ever returned to! The property itself is spectacular! Well equipped to a very high standard. No corners are cut here! We love sitting with early morning coffee looking out to sea and watching the myriad of birdlife in the garden....The location is perfect for us with good access to walks, Stornoway and the attractions of the Isle of Lewis (and Harris). Driving is a pleasure here with most other motorists being courteous and friendly.


David

My wife and I stayed for a week at this property. We have often been disappointed by short stay accommodations but this place ticks all the boxes. First of all it’s beautifully design.... Second - everything is high quality... Third, everything is beautifully maintained and spotlessly clean. Forth, the owners and the on site host were just fantastic. Fifth, the welcome pack was the most thoughtful and best we have ever experienced. And last but not least, the little guidebook written by the owners is just fabulous.


Location

The neighbourhood

You're on the edge of a small hamlet, Back, with a little shop and post office, petrol station and cake shop. Stornoway is a 15 minute drive (you can catch the bus outside the house) for a pretty harbour, boat trips, nice independent shops and a good butcher. You may spot shoals of dolphin and some very tame seals. Visit the Callanish Stones which you can get close to and touch - magical.

Local points of interest from Linda Macleod Brown

  • Follow our inside track for days out; published annually for our guests to help you plan your holiday; full of our suggestions for every day of the week to make the most of your stay.
  • 5 minutes walk to our local beach, visible from the deck. The house is central enough for great day-trips all around the island.
  • Buy fresh langoustines, crab or lobster from a local fisherman, cheeses, venison and home bakes through the island's delis or honesty boxes and enjoy a picnic by one of the many beaches.
  • Look out for the Northern Lights, the aurora borealis on a crisp, clear night or just take in the vast dark sky lit up with stars and a clear Milky Way! Sit on the deck, daytime, under big skies and look out for wildlife from corncrakes to deer.
  • We're in a quiet, edge of village location with open beach views, 5 minutes walk away, but on the bus route, handy for an evening out. EV charger at the house.
  • Enjoy the roadtrip through Scotland and sea crossing to the islands, as part of your holiday, looking out for dolphins and porpoises on the way!

Introducing

Linda Macleod Brown

Linda is a local lass, born in Stornoway. She and her husband Paul had the house built on the family croft and they come as often as they can to enjoy their island home. They wanted to build something that was the best home they could have for themselves. Linda is a passionate cook (hence the thoughtful kitchen) and leaves you lots of guide books and maps so you can get the very best out of your stay.