About
Escape to the beautiful Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides & stay in a unique location at Crofters retreat by the sea, just a few minutes stroll to the beach and access to miles of coastal walks.
Crofters retreat is converted from the old barn at Galson Farm in the Crofting community of South Galson in the far north west coast of Lewis. We offer studio style accommodation for two. It has a cosy beautifully decorated open plan lounge/bedroom with sofa, TV, Free Wi-Fi a super comfy King size bed with luxury cotton bedlinen you can be assured of a good nights sleep. There is a seperate fully eqipped kitchen/diner with cooker, fridge and microwave etc. A seperate shower room with toiletries and luxury towels.
Enjoy the panoramic sea & coastal views toward the Butt of Lewis lighthouse from the old cobbled stone courtyard or relax in our stone walled garden watching the rolling waves of the Atlantic ocean, summer sunsets, birdlife, sheep roamimg the crofts and maybe the golden eagle soaring by.
Ideal for those who want a truely unique stay & would like to immerse themselves in island life, nature, history, culture & enjoy exploring the magical Isle of Lewis & Harris. We are close to some superb golden beaches like Eoropie, Port Stoth & Port of Ness. A short drive to The Butt of Lewis lighthouse, Clach an Trushal standing stone, Arnol Blackhouse museum, the famous Callanish standing stones and Gearrannan Blackhouse village . A good selection of places to eat and drink and some excellent well stocked shops are all close by.
We 20 miles are from Stornoway, just 30 minutes drive from the ferry port & 40 minutes from the airport.
SHORT TERM LETS
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Booking Details:
- Arrival Date:
- 23rd July 2025
- Departure Date:
- 24th July 2025
- No. of Nights:
- 1
Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 1
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Crofters retreat | £99.00 per unit per night |
*Prices from £99 per night based on stays of 3 nights or more - Open all year
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- Route Information - Connection Transport - W1 Bus from Stornoway bus station. Stop at road end South Galson
Accommodation Type
- Cheap Holidays
- Farm
- Holiday Rentals
- Self Catering Holiday
Catering
- Breakfast Available - Pre booked cooked Breakfast available from the Farmhouse
- Eating Out Facilities within 2 miles
- Full Alcohol Drinks License
- Shop within 2 Miles / Mobile Shop
- Tea & Coffee Available
Domestic
- Electric Cooker
- Freezer - On Request
- Fridge
- Hairdryer Available - On request
- Heating Throughout Property - Main living area's
- Iron Available - On request
- Kitchen
- Linen Provided
- Lounge
- Microwave
- Private Bathroom
- Shower - 2 shower rooms with toilet and wash basin
- Toilets
- Towels Provided
- WC EnSuite
Facilities
- Internet Access
- Picnic Area - Picnic area on the croft a short walk away
- Smoking Restricted - Outdoors only
Leisure Facilities
- Garden
- TV In Room
- WiFi
Location
- Coastal Location
- Island Location
- Property On Farm
- Rural Location
- Sea/Loch View
- Village Location
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Debit Card
- Mastercard
- VISA Card
Special Requirements
- Senior Citizens
- Single Travellers - Exclusive use only £70 per night
- Young People
Transport
- Bike Storage Available
- Free Parking On-Site
- On Public Transport Route
- Private Parking
