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Self Catering and Serviced Apartments in the Outer Hebrides

Choosing a self‑catering break in the Outer Hebrides gives you the freedom to create a real home‑from‑home, with a comfortable base to explore our islands at your own pace. Across the islands you’ll find everything from cosy thatched cottages and traditional stone‑built whitehouses to modern coastal retreats and architect‑designed hideaways, making it easy to choose a style that suits your holiday.

Self‑catering properties are dotted throughout the Outer Hebrides, offering easy access to beaches, lochs, hills and moorland. Whether you’re staying in Lewis, Harris, Uist or Barra, you’ll be welcomed by hosts who take pride in offering warm, friendly island hospitality. With options for individuals, couples, families and groups, these cottages and holiday homes provide the perfect base for a relaxed, flexible and memorable Outer Hebridean stay.

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Valasay Crofthouse

Valasay Crofthouse offers a peaceful Hebridean escape on Great Bernera, overlooking the beautiful Kyles of Valasay. Wake to changing sea views from the lounge and master bedroom, watch for seals,…

Baile An Or

Beautiful 3 bedroom house in stunning coastal location with sun deck and hot tub. Your perfect holiday retreat on the Isle of Harris.

Uist Travel Accommodation

Situated in the village of Daliburgh ,South Uist just off the Hebridean Way. We have 10 en-suite rooms, 5 Flats and 2 cabins so can accommodate short or long stays single or multiple person groups…

Seol Mara @ Seilebost

Seòl Mara ('the tide' in Gaelic) is a completely renovated traditional cottage in coveted Seilebost position with postcard views of Luskentyre bay. Sleeps 4 in master bedroom plus two singles.

Fir Chlis

Built over 2 floors, with a bright, open-plan living area on the top floor. 3-bedroom, architect-designed house with 270-degree views over one of the best beaches in the Outer Hebrides. A perfect…

5 Caw Tarbert Harris

5 Caw is a well-equipped cozy cottage in a secluded location with everything you will need toto enjoy exploring Harris and Lewis.

Berneray Smiddy

A luxury retreat on the beautiful island of Berneray in the Outer Hebrides.Within walking distance of the famous West Beach and on the very edge of Berneray's renowned machair - a nature-lover's…

The Beach House

Enjoy a fabulous 5 star self-catering holiday at the luxurious Beach House just feet away from the beautiful Seilebost Beach. This fully equipped holiday home sleeps 6 and enjoys stunning views of…

Tarasaigh House

Set in a rare beachside location in the small crofting village of Seilebost on the Isle of Harris, Tarasaigh House overlooks its island namesake Taransay and the world-renowned Luskentyre Beach.

Hestimul Accommodation

Hestimul sits on the edge of the sea, just a short walk from a long sandy beach, Benbecula, the centre of the stunning Outer Hebridean Archipelago.

Corran @ Luskentyre

This beautifully restored stone crofter's house sleeps 5 in a king bedroom, twin room & single. Features traditional lounge with log burner, spectacular sun lounge with panoramic bay views & cinema…

The Tidal House

Completely renovated and upgraded property sitting in a secluded loch side location with beautiful views and amazing wildlife. Sleeps up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms. Open plan kitchen dining, sitting…

Struan Cottage

Struan cottage is a renovated thatched white house which sits on the bay at Sollas looking over to the tidal island of Vallay

5 Upper Barvas

Number 5 is a delightful cosy croft house retreat. It has three spacious bedrooms, sleeps seven. Situated within 20 minutes drive from Stornoway, the house has easy access to many beaches and other…

Stella Maris

Classic Cottages have an exclusive collection of self-catering holiday homes located across UK, including Stellar Maris a stunning property on Benbecula with spectacular views.

Blacksheep House

Blacksheep House is situated in the breathtaking are of Strond, Isle of Harris. The house is a unique contemporary renovation of a traditional Hebridean blackhouse.

The Happy Bishop

NEW! Unique, beachfront property on the Isle of Lewis. A stunning, contemporary, energy efficient, architect designed luxury holiday home with stunning views.

Airigh Mhic Ruairidh

Airigh Mhic Ruairidh offers a peaceful North Uist escape, with Vallay views, quiet beaches and warm family-built comfort. A relaxing self‑catering stay for up to five guests.

Brighid

A unique home on the edge of the Ocean, Brighid is a contemporary home with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean

Crossroads Cottage

Crossroads Cottage is superbly situated overlooking the machair to the sea and the South Harris Hills. Available to rent all year round, minimum stay is one week Saturday to Saturday and the cottage…

Tigharry Schoolhouse

Sleeping 8-10 guests, Tigharry Schoolhouse is located on the west coast of North Uist. Surrounded by fields, it overlooks Clettraval hill & Loch Eubhal. A short walk to the RSPB reserve Balranald &…

Dalhanna

Tranquillity by the sea. Only two minutes walk from the centre of Tarbert, with an incredible unrestricted sea view and sunrise to wake up to from its elevated position - sunset isn’t too bad either!

Westside Cottage

Spacious, comfortable traditional Hebridean Croft on the west coast of Lewis, close to the beaches of Dalmore and Dalbeg and attractions at Arnol and Gearranan Blackhouses, Norse Mill, Dun Broch and…

Seaside Cottage

Looking out on to the sea in a quiet spot at West Tarbert, this comfortable self catering unit sleeps 2 adults.

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