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Detached spacious Isle of Lewis cottage in tranquil position with loch view
Carloway, SCT

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
The location of the cottage in Carloway is great for exploring the island of Lewis, it’s archeological sites, many walks and hikes. There is a well stocked shop in town for anything you need. The house is cozy and peaceful looking out on the loch in front. The kitchen has good supplies for cooking. It is the perfect place for rest and renewal in the beauty of the western isles, and also as a base for outdoor activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

PETER Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Atmospheric home in a beautiful setting
The location is truly beautiful on the lochside and the house is clean, very well equipped and with a real feel of the home's history. Communication with our hosts was excellent from the moment we booked.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W., San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for Traipsing and Exploring
There was nothing missing appointment-wise at Lithir and the setting is just right for exploring all that the Isles of Lewis and Harris have to offer! Communication was timely and smooth and the hosts couldn't have been more helpful and informative. Thank you, Mairi & Kenny for opening your family home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage is perfectly situated for hiking and close to some of the best local attrations. The nearby store has everything you need and more allowing for easy grocery shopping. The home itself is spacious and comfortable with a very well equipped and modern kitchen and cozy living room. The views from the cottage are stunning. A wonderful visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful area that the home is located in. So peaceful and quiet. There was a lot to see and do nearby, the locals were friendly, it was such a joy to be able to stay at this home and explore the island.

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
My mother and I had a wonderful stay at the cottage. So quiet and peaceful with the cottage provided with everything you need to make life comfortable. After we left we realised my mother had left behind her hearing aids. We contacted Mairi who posted them that day. They arrived home before my mother!! Thanks for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Carloway haven
Lithir is an individual 50's bungalow in, for us, a very good location, with the loch immediately over the very quiet road, and the only sounds those of the local birdlife. The accommodation was practical and comfortable, and having use of the garage was very helpful, as we hired a kayak during our stay. The outlook from the bungalow was very scenic, with excellent views from 3 of the rooms. The opening of the new Carloway community shop, only 2 minute's drive away, was a major convenience, as it saved driving back to Stornoway for many daily essentials. The store is extremely well stocked, and I would highly recommend its patronage. We fell in love with Lewis - the coastal scenery is stunning, and the wildlife exceptional - we had very good views of otters, both British eagles, a pod of 8 Orcas, Minke Whales and very much more. All in all, we had a lovely stay here, and are very eager to return.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent
welcoming and warm
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such an amazing time on the Isle of Lewis and renting this cottage greatly enhanced the experience. The family who owns this property were helpful, communicated promptly and the cottage itself was so comfortable and quaint. Added bonus, it seemed to be centrally located for what we wanted to do. I highly recommend renting this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fabulous holiday
I'm so glad I found this house when searching for accommodation. From the outset, communication with Mairi & Kenny was spot on. As soon as you enter the house, you can see it's well looked after & spotlessly clean. I found everything I needed in the lovely new kitchen. There was even an air fryer. There was a lovely welcome card, yummy nibbles and fresh flowers waiting for us. A nice touch. The bedrooms are a good size with plenty storage & hanging space for clothes. The beds are comfortable, the bedding soft, lovely soft bath towels and best of all, electric blankets! Carloway is well placed to tour the islands. The setting on the loch is stunning & the stars magical. I would, and have recommended to friends & family. We will definitely book again. Thanks Mairi & Kenny.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo & Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely comfortable cottage
We just stayed for 3 nights in this delightful cottage by the loch in a very pretty setting. For us it is perfectly situated to explore the west coast of Lewis and Stornoway and the east coast is easy to get to. We were warmly greeted with a lovely card, fresh eggs, oatcakes and crowdie which we'd never had, absolutely yummy! Easy instructions for heating etc. The kitchen is well equipped but kitchen cupboard space is a bit limited if you are staying for a week or two, we do not travel light! The sitting room is comfodtbale and has a gorgoeus view, large dining table and giant TV, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration. The bathroom is immaculate and the bed we slept in extremely comfortable. The garage is full of all sorts of beach and barbeque equipment and there are also loads of toys in the house to entertain children and adults on those wet days in. All communications with Mairi and Kenny were warm and friendly. We loved our stay at Lithir and hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful
We had regular contact with Mairi so we knew if we needed anything she'd be there, but this little cottage was so well equiped there was nothing we could want. Lithir is set in a beautiful valley overlooking the water. You can watch as the tide comes and goes and see the various wildlife that comes and goes with it. Ideal for exploring both Lewis and Harris and not far from Stornoway for fuel and groceries. Just a lovely little cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2022
Hi Really glad you enjoyed your stay . Haste ye back Kenny and Mairi

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay on Lewis
Lovely traditional cottage on the North Lewis coast. Very near some nice beaches and historical sites. We travelled to the Harris end quite a lot to enjoy the hills and up to the Uig area but driving on the island was very easy so we're very happy with our base. All Comms with the owners was spot on - thanks a lot for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, homely cottage & stunning location
We loved staying at Lithir and Mairi made us very welcome. Its a very peaceful location with a lot of history and a great base for exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

alison B., Ilkley, West Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Location. Great for walks and cycling and fishing from the door.
The house was larger than we'd anticipated from the photographs. It was very much a family home and well equipped. There was a long drive for off road parking, a sitting out area and a garage where we could store our bikes and other equipment. The cottage was well located for exploring the Island and attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Good , friendly communication with owners, prior to stay. This is the perfect location if you want peace and quiet. An ideal place to relax and unwind. The cottage was clean, tidy and comfortable. There was nothing we needed at the cottage that wasn't already there. It was thoughtfully equipped to meet all needs. The scenery, especially the beaches were gorgeous and in places spectacular. The coastline in places was rugged and had its own beauty. We found long enormous beaches that we had all to ourselves. Nearer to the cottage there are smaller beaches with clean soft sand. The water was so clear that it made our photos look like we were on a greek island. The landscape of Lewis feels a lot more open than Harris but beautiful none the less. If we go back to Lewis we would not hesitate to go back. All in all, a lovely little cottage for our week's holiday. Stunning scenery with peace, quiet and solitude.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lewis
From finding the cottage on-line last year to arriving back home the whole experience was brilliant. The people in Lewis are so hospitable & the island is stunning. So peaceful & the beaches are fantastic. The historical sights were fascinating. So glad we visited.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage, clean , roomy and warm. The owners are friendly and helpful.
So peaceful and relaxing and easy to get to places of interest

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
A true home from home. Owners could not have been more helpful and the property was exactly as described. Wonderful location and amazing views.

10/10 Excellent

Jack K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay at Lithir
Wonderful house in a wonderful setting. An ideal place to relax but also easy access to the re#t of the island.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage for a holiday on Lewis
We have a had a wonderful week, the cottage is so cosy and comfortable, with everything you need and more. We enjoyed the peaceful location. There is plenty of space for a family of four (two teenagers) and my daughter enjoyed the novelty of bunk beds! The cottage is only minutes away from two of the best beaches, Dalmore and Dalbeag and the long daylight hours, made our holiday last even longer. Thank you Kenny and Mairi for the welcome gifts, we were sad to leave Lewis.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet, well maintained cottage. Warm and welcoming with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christiane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage!
This is one of the best holiday homes we ever stayed in (and we have a lot of experience). It has everything a guest could wish for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage in a beautiful landscape!
Mairi and Kenny were very good hosts. The cottage has everything you need. It is in a good location to make wonderful trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein tolles Haus!
Wir haben mit unseren 2 Kindern fünf wunderbare Tage in diesem schönen Ferienhaus verbracht. Wir können es sehr empfehlen! Vielen Dank an Mairi und Kenny!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a lovely place
Dear Mairi and Kenny, we were amazed by how much thought and love you had put into this cosy and suprisingly spacious house. There was nothing you had not anticipated your guests could be needing. Your house is well equipped, clean, and made us feel welcome. Also it is wonderfully located. Although we didn't meet in person communication was absolutely uncomplicated, helpful and immediate. And yes, we'd be happy to come back for the T-shirt... Thank you very much again for having had us!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Left the house clean and very tidy - would be more than welcome back in the future

8/10 Good

Gerhard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
alles bestens
Unkomplizierte Abwicklung, technisch gute und intakte Ausstattung, Standort gut geeignet um Tagesreisen nach Nord, Süd und Ost zu unternehmen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S., Hoofddorp,

Prachtig gelegen cottage, ruim schoon en heel kompleet.
Ruim, heel netjes en schoon. Alles wat je je maar bedenken kunt is aanwezig. En het ligt prachtig met geweldig uitzicht.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mariette C.

wonderful and well equipped house
We were in the house of Mairie and Denny in Carloway Isle of Lewis; It was a very pleasant stay, with a lot of extras in the house for people from 0 till 100. Al the spices in the kitchen, the first things you nee to cook etc; everything was very clean and we liked the view. Thank you for the wine, the biscuits and the lovely cheese. Compliments for Mairi for her familyhouse. We hope to return. Mariette and Carina from Holland
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018