The Lewis Longhouse

Isle of Lewis, Western Isles
Self-catering
+44 (0)7961 445632
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Per night
£250 - £350
Per week
£1850 - £2500

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
£1850 - £2500

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£250 - £350 per night

£1850 - £2500 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
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • 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

Pricing

Nightly price
from £250
Weekly price
from £1850
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: Enjoy a festive break in this spacious yet cosy, island home. Think starry nights, maybe northern lights, beach walks, lots of weather! Flexible arrival days, decorations & festive goodies, 5+nights

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights, 5 nights in high season. Short breaks available.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

Susan, Ilkley

Probably the best holiday home we’ve ever stayed in. We so much enjoyed our stay at the Lewis Longhouse. The house has a quality which we felt as soon as we arrived. It’s not one particular thing. It’s a combination of the light filled rooms, the big views whether calm or wild, the sound of silence, the warmth of the floors, the books and the maps, the comfy chairs and the space to stretch out or snuggle in.”


Susan

We so much enjoyed our stay at the Lewis Longhouse. The house has a quality which we felt as soon as we arrived - it’s not one particular thing. It’s a combination of the light filled rooms, the big views whether calm or wild, the sound of silence, the warmth of the floors, the books and the maps, the comfy chairs and the space to stretch out or snuggle in.


Karen

We had a lovely stay at Lewis Longhouse. It's situated just a few miles north of Stornoway, which we found quite convenient. The house is extremely well equipped and the decor is stunning. Eilidh met us when we arrived, and explained all the nuances of the property. Linda provided a guide with suggestions for places to visit. We took this to heart and managed to visit quite a few of her recommendations. I would recommend a visit to Coll pottery, only a couple of minutes drive from the Longhouse. It's a bit Tardis like! Some beautiful pieces. The welcome pack! One of the best we have ever had!


Stuart

The detail and timing of information prior to our arrival was excellent - both thorough and useful. The suggestions for daily activities was handy and up to date, the only problem is a week is not long enough to do them all. We stayed there just before Easter. One advantage of this meant the roads were free of mobile homes, caravans and motor cycles - don't get me wrong, I'm a biker myself, but it was good to be able to dawdle along at 40mph and enjoy the spectacular views.


Mike, Larkhall

Beautiful house, inside and out, in attractive location. Fine view of and easy walk to local beach. High quality furnishings. Very well-equipped kitchen plus wifi, TV, music player, books etc. Useful guides provided for the house and the island. Helpful local staff should you need them. Couldn't fault it!


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

  • Fly here in less than an hour from Edinburgh, Inverness or Glasgow! .. or take a few more hours and enjoy the roadtrip and sea crossing to a different world!
  • Great walks on the doorstep, along our local beach 50 yards east or west to moorland, whatever the weather. And central enough for great day-trips all around the island. Or just sit on the deck and watch the birdlife and big skies to track that weather!
  • Follow the Eat Drink Hebrides Trail, buy fresh langoustines, crab or lobster from a local fisherman, cheeses and local venison through the islands and sample your wares in the house for dinner.
  • Look out for the Northern Lights, the aurora borealis, step outside on a crisp, clear night and take in the vast dark sky lit up with stars and a clear Milky Way!
  • We provide guests with our own inside track for days out to help you plan your holiday with suggestions for every day for a week or more so you get the most out of your time at our Lewis Longhouse.
  • In a quiet, edge of village location with open beach views, we are accessible by the local bus, handy for an evening out. EV charger at the house metered for guests with electric cars.

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.