Guest Rating
Sitting in a prime position on the banks of Loch Hosta on North Uist, just a short stroll from a terrific sandy beach, is The Bothy on Loch Hosta. This romantic sanctuary is just the place to wind down and get used to the laid-back pace of life that it is a joy to share in whilst visiting the island.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
| Licence No: ES01212F |
Although seemingly compact on first glance, the house is actually deceptively spacious inside with an open plan living area right at its heart and a warm welcome provided by the fire crackling away in the wood-burning stove in the corner. It can be hard to tear one’s eyes away from the loch vista that is perfectly framed by the huge picture window but luckily the clever layout means that the fire’s inviting glow can be appreciated at the same time as the wonderful view.
The contemporary kitchen area is neat and well-equipped for cooking up a storm and the attractive double bedroom makes use of the walk-in shower in the smart shower room that has underfloor heating to keep it nice and cosy.
Rough grounds surround the house and, once all settled in, one of the first things on the agenda should be a wander along to the gorgeous white sands of Hosta beach a couple of minutes away.
Delightful sunsets can be enjoyed indoors or from the garden and the clear skies and lack of light pollution make the Outer Hebrides one of the best places to witness the stunning Northern Lights.
Hosta beach is just one of the many gorgeous stretches of sand that are dotted around the scenic coastline with the warming effects of the gulf stream meaning that temperatures are milder than might be expected so far north.
The little crofting township of Sollas (5 miles) has a small supermarket for provisions or stock up in Lochmaddy (14.5 miles), where the ferry over to North Uist from Uig on Skye docks, en route to the bothy.
A circular walking trail meanders around the Balranald RSPB Reserve that is great for birdwatching and appreciating the abundance of pretty wildflowers that can be found there. Various archaeological sights can be discovered on the island including the Pobull Fhinn stone circle (13 miles) which is said to be over 4,000 years old and looks like it is straight out of the Outlander TV series.
Lady Anne Boat Trips leave from Kallin Harbour (19.5 miles) with the chance to see a wealth of seabirds including herons, oystercatchers, razorbills and red throated divers. Knowledgeable guides are on hand to help identify sightings and point out the most impressive highlights such as golden and white-tailed eagles. Otters and red deer can be seen along the shoreline and dolphins and even orcas are often spotted out in the waters. The trips are also a good way of taking in the low-lying landscape from the unique perspective of the water.
Handy road causeways make it possible to cross over to South Uist to the south (via Benbecula) to try the oldest golf course in the Outer Hebrides at Askernish (41 miles) or up to Berneray in the north where the beautiful West Beach runs along its whole length.
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
Single Storey
Open plan sitting/dining room/kitchen with wood-burning stove, TV/DVD, electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, etc
Double bedroom
Shower room with WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £25 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by electric panel heaters and wood-burning stove (logs and kindling are available to purchase locally). WiFi not available but very good 4G network coverage is available. Sorry, pets are not accepted. No smoking.
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 10/01/2025 to 13/01/2025
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 03/01/2025 to 06/01/2025
From 17/01/2025 to 20/01/2025
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: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £795.00 |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £495.00 |
| 01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £595.00 |
| 05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £695.00 |
| 26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | £595.00 |
| 03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | £695.00 |
| 24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £795.00 |
| 31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £695.00 |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £795.00 |
| 19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £850.00 |
| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £695.00 |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £595.00 |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £695.00 |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £495.00 |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £795.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | 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
(Supplied Independently through Feefo)
Good value for money and good location.
The Bothy was super and comfortable. However the welcome message and helpful telephone numbers etc. was so faded it was...
Read More
WE very much enjoyed our stay at 'The Bothy' – a 'posh bothy' with all mod cons, bar one: WiFi.
The Bothy on Loch Hosta is a very cute cottage and a great size for a couple or one person. The views across the loch ar...
Read More
Cosy, well equipped and with lovely views over the loch combined with a sympathetic traditional design made our stay enj...
Read More
INDEPENDENT FEEDBACK
