Welcome to the Otter hide. Situated in the small crofting community of Maraig, in North Harris, the Otter hide is a well-proportioned, luxury cabin for two guests that offers visitors very modern convenience in a spectacular, lochside setting.

Sipping a cup of tea or a Harris gin in the covered entranceway or gazing from the cabin windows across Loch Seaforth- one of the deepest and most impressive sea lochs in Scotland, you will soon see why Maraig is dubbed ``the valley of rainbows and ribbons”. In the right light, ribbons of water cascade down the sides of the glen, and rainbows stretch across the loch.

 A tranquil but well connected location. The Otter hide provides a comfortable and relaxing retreat from which to explore the breath-taking scenery of Harris and Lewis. Nestled beneath the Clisham, the highest mountain (Corbett) in the outer Hebrides, the Otter hide is a perfect base for walking, cycling kayaking, paddle boarding , wild swimming and snorkelling. 

A short but stunning single-track road connects the tranquil village of Maraig to the main A859 Tarbert to Stornoway road. This means the renowned white sand beaches of south and west Harris, the scenic and cultural highlights of Lewis, and the island capital of Stornoway are all but a short drive away from the Otter Hide.

The Otter Hide

Hand-crafted with love and care, the Otter hide is a luxurious wood clad cabin with state of the art facilities. The modern, low energy electric heating ensures the Otter hide is always cosy and warm, while unlimited WiFi and smart TV keep you connected.

The well equipped kitchen is a great place to experiment with local produce, such as langoustines, scallops, crab, lobster and venison, and has all the facilities you need to cook up a well deserved feast after a long day exploring. There is a four ring hob combined with a flatbed combi microwave oven and grill, larder fridge and larder freezer.

Relax on the spacious sofa and talk of the days adventures or catch up on what is happening in TV land.

A comfortable double bed awaits in a screened area with en-suite bathroom and shower providing a cosy bedroom for two. 

The cabin is set up to help you make the most of your stay on Harris. A sheltered entrance provides an outdoor space from which to appreciate the stunning views of Loch Seaforth and the surrounding hills and leads to the boot room area where you can change out of your outdoor gear in comfort before entering the cabin.

The cabin caters for a maximum of two people, we regretfully don’t take pets.