Guest Rating
The Outer Hebrides, sometimes known as Scotland's last frontier, are a fascinating holiday destination.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms: 4 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
A stay at Marvig Cottage, 29 miles from the capital of Stornoway on Lewis, will ensure that visitors have a comfortable base from which to explore and enjoy the many attractions of this unique landscape.
The detached, modern cottage stands quite alone in its own fenced garden and has a commanding position high above the loch, with superb views over the water and out to sea. The immediate area is known as South Lochs and is well named indeed, for the land is dotted with over 200 small fresh and saltwater lochs, which offer excellent fishing.
The house is most attractively furnished, with the benefit of two separate sitting rooms, one with an open fire and a most interesting fireplace wall and the other with a piano. Larger groups or different generations have plenty of room to spread out and 'do their own thing' as both sitting rooms have TVs.
The well-fitted and equipped kitchen has a large dining table and there is plenty of space for the cook(s) to work, whilst still being able to join in the chat. Having one double bedroom and a bathroom with separate walk-in shower downstairs makes the house suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Upstairs there are three more bedrooms, a double and two single rooms that are bright and colourful with coombed ceilings and plenty of light coming in from the Velux roof windows. Oil central heating and double glazing ensure year-round comfort.
The Isle of Lewis has been settled for thousands of years and has a really fascinating history.
The Standing Stones at Callanish and the Carolway Broch (both about 30 miles) bear witness to its prehistoric settlers, while the Ravenspoint Visitor Centre at Kershader (9 miles) provides insights into a more recent past - the tragic Clearances of the last centuries and crofting through the ages. Walks along the stunning coastline will reveal more historical and scenic delights.
The island is a birdwatcher's paradise and offers the chance to see golden eagles, white-tailed eagles and red and black-throated divers. On land, visitors can expect to see deer, otters and mountain hares, while the surrounding seas are equally rich in wildlife. Boat trips give the opportunity to see seals, dolphins, porpoises, sharks and whales.
To the south, Lewis merges into Harris - they are all one island - which has a more mountainous landscape and some magnificent beaches, where the azure waters of the Atlantic lap miles of silver sands. It is certainly worth the longer drive to explore this part and perhaps take home a memento in the form of a length of genuine Harris tweed.
Stornoway (27 miles), the capital, is a busy port and the most likely arrival point for visitors. It has all facilities, including a golf course and it is probably worth stocking up with provisions from the supermarket there on arrival.
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Sitting room with TV and piano.
Kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, etc.
Porch with chest freezer.
Snug with open fire and TV/DVD.
Second porch with washing machine.
Double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, separate Shower, WC and wash basin.
Upstairs
Double bedroom.
Single bedroom.
Single bedroom.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil-central heating (INCLUDED) and open fire. WiFi is INCLUDED. Two well behaved dogs are welcome by arrangement, but should be kept downstairs. Smoking is not permitted in the property.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 24/12/2024 to 24/12/2024
From 23/12/2024 to 24/12/2024
From 30/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
Changeover Day: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 | Sleeps 6 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | POA | POA |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 | £495.00 | £550.00 |
| 31 Jan 2025 - 03 Apr 2025 | £550.00 | £595.00 |
| 04 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025 | £650.00 | £695.00 |
| 25 Apr 2025 - 01 May 2025 | POA | POA |
| 02 May 2025 - 22 May 2025 | POA | POA |
| 23 May 2025 - 29 May 2025 | POA | POA |
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| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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Cottage was cosy and comfortable, everything we could have needed was there. The remote location was perfect for eagle ...
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Really good location for us, might be a bit remote for some. Nice upstairs bedroom and lounges. Could do with extra toil...
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A spacious and comfortable cottage in a picturesque and quiet location. It's some way off the main road that runs north ...
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Comfortable warm cottage in excellent location.
Sadly the flooring on the ground floor is very saggy and quite scary to walk on - it dips down significantly in places e...
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Thanks for your feedback. The owner let us know that they have reviewed and sorted any possible issues there might have ...
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