Askernish

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The beach at Askernish Looking north along the beach next to the golf course at Askernish, on a mostly dull evening (10PM in July).
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The beach at Askernish Looking north along the beach next to the golf course at Askernish, on a mostly dull evening (10PM in July).
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River near Tobha Aisgeirnis A whole series of lochs is connected by rivers in this area.
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Aisgernis (Askernish) House A former farm house, built in 1830. Now a self catering establishment.
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Loch Nighe at sunset Taken from the road through Aisgernis township
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Polochar Inn

Polochar Inn

3 out of 5
West Kilbride South Uist Scotland
Stay at this inn in South Uist. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Loch Briste and Loch Smeircleit are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
lovely room with views over the beach and sea

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Polochar Inn
Brae Lea Guest House

Brae Lea Guest House

2 out of 5
Lasgair, Lochboisdale South Uist Scotland
Stay at this B&B in South Uist. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Glas-eilean and Lochboisdale Gateway Garden are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
We stayed here to catch the morning ferry. The welcome and prior communication set the scene. Rupert is a wonderful host. Ate at AM Politician on his recommendation and it was great. When our ferry was cancelled night before he gave advice that worked well for getting another ferry off the island ...

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

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Brae Lea Guest House
Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside

Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside

Isle of Benbecula Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Benbecula. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mol Mòr and Our Lady of the Isles are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable and cosy with gorgeous artwork by one of the owners. Surrounded by wildlife. Pond in the garden with waterlilies and a gate down to the lochan. Everything was spotless and felt new.

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside
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Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside

Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside

Isle of Benbecula Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Benbecula. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mol Mòr and Our Lady of the Isles are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable and cosy with gorgeous artwork by one of the owners. Surrounded by wildlife. Pond in the garden with waterlilies and a gate down to the lochan. Everything was spotless and felt new.

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside
Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

Isle of Barra Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Isle of Barra. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Fuiay and Kisimul Castle are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
We had a fab stay at this property. Great location and ideal base to explore. We stayed with our 2 dogs and the garden was secure for them. The beds were super comfortable which was great as there is nothing worse than a bad nights sleep when you are on holiday! The sofas were comfortable too. We ...

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland
Snishival Self Catering

Snishival Self Catering

Snishival
Stay at this holiday home in South Uist. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Our Lady of the Isles and Howmore are located ...
Snishival Self Catering
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Popular places to visit

Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in South Uist with a trip to Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal. Make some time to visit the churches while you're in the area.

Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal

Loch Briste

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Briste during your travels in South Uist. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's entertainment choices.

Loch Briste

Askernish Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Askernish at Askernish Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Askernish Golf Club

Loch Druidibeg National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Loch Druidibeg National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in South Uist. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Loch Druidibeg National Nature Reserve

Loch Thogail na Bèiste

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Thogail na Bèiste during your travels in South Uist. Amble around the area's marina or experience its entertainment choices.

Loch Thogail na Bèiste

Beinn Ruigh Choinnich

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Beinn Ruigh Choinnich during your travels in South Uist. Amble around the area's marina or experience its entertainment choices.

Beinn Ruigh Choinnich