Machair Cottage

5.0★

Perfect

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

15 Customer Review(s)

Eastwood
August 2023

“Would definitely recommend Machair Cottage (and its lovely hosts Caroline, Donald & family) A great standard of dog friendly holiday home we were lucky to find.”

Modern kitchen & bathroom with superb shower & a Log burner. A large, secure & dog friendly garden too. Everything you need as a comfortable base to explore North & South Uist. We certainly hope to return here sometime in the future.

Modern kitchen & bathroom with superb shower & a Log burner. A large, secure & dog friendly garden too. Everything you need as a comfortable base to explore North & South Uist. We certainly hope to return here sometime in the future.

- Eastwood, August 2023
Ms Insley July 2023

“Machair Cottage was well located, incredibly well equipped, very comfortable, good value and spotlessly clean.”

We even had a short eared owl hunting in the garden every evening! It is the perfect spot from which to explore the Outer Hebrides. The only negative thing I would say is that the photos on the website don't do it justice! It's a lovely place to stay.

- Ms Insley, July 2023
Mrs Thompson July 2023

“We had a lovely week staying at Machair Cottage, it is a warm and pleasant base from which to explore North Uist, Bernaray and the islands further south.”

The cottage is very comfortable and well stocked with lots of good cooking utensils for self catering. It also has views from which a short eared owl was seen daily which was a great pleasure. It was lovely chatting to Donald who called in to check all was well, thank you very much for a great week.

- Mrs Thompson, July 2023
Mrs Garrick June 2023

“Lovely cottage, everything as advertised and better.”

Owners in contact to check that all was fine. Nothing to take away from full praise. Only be slight suggestion: just have a card with web password, it would have helped.

- Mrs Garrick, June 2023
Mr Plant June 2023

“This is our second visit to Machair Cottage.”

it is situated in a great position for some wonderful beaches and is in a very tranquil setting. Great for peace and quiet. The cottage is very comfortable and cosy and is well equipped . Caroline is very approachable if you need anything.I would highly recommend staying there.

- Mr Plant, June 2023

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon Caroline Property Owner
Mr Tursner-upcott June 2023

“We have stayed on the Islands for many years, usually in an old Blackhouse, but this two weeks in Machair Cottage was fabulous, the views from the windows was superb, Owls, Hen Harriers, Cuckoos, Stags and Does, all close to the cottage.”

Facilities in Machair are superb, you want for nothing, location is great and a lovely welcome from the hosts. We are sure to return.

- Mr Tursner-upcott, June 2023
Mr Braes May 2023

“We found Machair Cottage to be the perfect holiday accommodation.”

It was extremely comfortable to lounge and relax in after days out in North Uist. Very comfy bed, great shower and well equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Good outside seating and eating area. We could not have wished for more.

- Mr Braes, May 2023
Mr Young May 2023

“Outstanding location for visiting Berneray through to Benbecula.”

Clachan Sands within walking distance and short drives to all the local picturesque beaches. The house is lovely and clean and ideal for our our Golden Labrador. The wildlife around the house is spectacular and worth taking a pair of binoculars to view. Ideal house in an ideal location. Will recommend to all our friends back on the mainland.

- Mr Young, May 2023
Mr Hill May 2023

“Very helpful owners.”

Well furnished. Very comfortable. Very well equipped. No little niggles. Top rate Cuckoos and Short-eared Owls. Why do you put your own rating above that of the cottage? One experience is not really enough to evaluate you.

- Mr Hill, May 2023
Mrs Riddell May 2023

“The cottage was very comfortable and cosy and we had a great stay.”

The owners are very friendly and the cottage very well appointed. A great location and I'm sure we'll be back!

- Mrs Riddell, May 2023
Mr Dick April 2023

“This was just what we needed for a family break for my wife , daughter and her fiancee.”

It was secluded enough but within range of beautiful beaches, shops and restaurants and provided lots of opportunities for day trips and wee adventures. The house was spotless and had plenty space for us to lounge about in and a kitchen that was more than adequate for the nights we stayed in to cook. We were well looked after and the friendly owners even dropped of a bag of home made baking to go with the the bottle of wine they had left us in the fridge on our arrival. Lovely touch. We had a marvellous time and will definitely be back

- Mr Dick, April 2023
Sprason July 2022

“Thoroughly enjoyed our first holiday on North Uist, enhanced by a very comfortable cottage.”

Intend to return.

- Sprason, July 2022
Mike Plant May 2022

“What a great cottage , perfect for travel around North Uist and Berneray, beaches close by which are some of the best in the Hebrides, look out for the bird life around the cottage especially the owl and a couple of cuckoos.”

The cottage was spotless well furnished and very cosy,. the owner Caroline is very nice and approachable, we are going back next year!!!

- Mike Plant, May 2022
Katie Sep 2021

“The house was perfect for us for a week in North Uist.”

Lovely clean and comfy house with everything we needed. Great location for exploring the beaches. The owners were super helpful. Would highly recommend.

- Katie, Sep 2021
Sue Shields Sep 2020

“Machair Cottage is a modern, comfy, warm and spotless holiday home.”

We all loved it and Donald and Caroline were so helpful and friendly. The location looks remote but in reality it is really handy for Clachan Sands, Berneray, Lochmaddy and Sollas. I would definitely rent Machair Cottage again. Thank you the MacDonald family for making our stay feel so welcoming.

- Sue Shields, Sep 2020

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Summary

Single-storey
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
TV, DVD player, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available on request
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed garden with lawn, patio and furniture
Pet-friendly, sorry, no smoking
Shop 7.1 miles, pub 8 miles
Note: Bring own linen for travel cot

The property

Machair Cottage is a newly renovated traditional cottage on the Isle of North Uist and close to one of the most beautiful beaches in the Hebrides. It's hard to over emphasis the sheer expanse of sand, sea and landscape, which goes to making this one of the most attractive parts of the Isle of North Uist. Yet it is only 8 miles from the ferry port of Lochmaddy - a small community on the north-east of the island. For those interested in birds, the elusive Corncrakes can be heard in the machair nearby and for those fascinated by the ancient history of the islands there is Dun Stricir just a short walk from the cottage. Here is one of North Uists most important archaeological sites. The islands can be reached by flights from Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness; or by ferry from Uig on Skye to Lochmaddy, or Oban to Lochboisdale.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

LOCHMADDY, NORTH UIST

Balivanich 18 miles.

The village of Lochmaddy is the terminus for the daily ferry linking it to Uig on the Isle of Skye and it is also the main centre of population for the island of North Uist. Lochmaddy has good facilities and services including a selection of hotels serving fresh local produce in their dining rooms. A visit to the award-winning museum and arts centre located in the centre of Lochmaddy is a must, and there is also a tourist office full of information about local events and places to visit. The road south of Lochmaddy will lead you to the village of Carinish some 10 miles away and if you continue on this road you can cross the causeway to the island of Benbecula. The town of Balivanich in Benbecula offers shops, post office, a bank, restaurant, a petrol station and an airport, from which car hire can be arranged. The causeway from Benbecula then leads onward to the island of South Uist.

Note: bring own linen for travel cot. Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental. Note: Please bear in mind that this property is located on an island and therefore only accessible by plane or ferry.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Newton near Lochmaddy, The Outer Hebrides - North & South Uist (Ref. 1110797)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Would definitely recommend Machair Cottage (and its lovely hosts Caroline, Donald & family) A great standard of dog friendly holiday home we were lucky to find.”

“Machair Cottage was well located, incredibly well equipped, very comfortable, good value and spotlessly clean.”

“We had a lovely week staying at Machair Cottage, it is a warm and pleasant base from which to explore North Uist, Bernaray and the islands further south.”

“Lovely cottage, everything as advertised and better.”

“This is our second visit to Machair Cottage.”

“We have stayed on the Islands for many years, usually in an old Blackhouse, but this two weeks in Machair Cottage was fabulous, the views from the windows was superb, Owls, Hen Harriers, Cuckoos, Stags and Does, all close to the cottage.”

“We found Machair Cottage to be the perfect holiday accommodation.”

“Outstanding location for visiting Berneray through to Benbecula.”

“Very helpful owners.”

“The cottage was very comfortable and cosy and we had a great stay.”

“This was just what we needed for a family break for my wife , daughter and her fiancee.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our first holiday on North Uist, enhanced by a very comfortable cottage.”

“What a great cottage , perfect for travel around North Uist and Berneray, beaches close by which are some of the best in the Hebrides, look out for the bird life around the cottage especially the owl and a couple of cuckoos.”

“The house was perfect for us for a week in North Uist.”

“Machair Cottage is a modern, comfy, warm and spotless holiday home.”

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The property

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About the location

LOCHMADDY, NORTH UIST