Ceannard Cottage

4.8★

Excellent

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Pet-friendly
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

6 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Prinsloo
August 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at Mary's cottage.”

Everything was very clean with the most comfortable furnishings etc. In the most beautiful peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Mary is a lovely host and she made us feel very welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return someday. Thank you Mary. Have a lovely holiday in Ireland xxx

Everything was very clean with the most comfortable furnishings etc. In the most beautiful peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Mary is a lovely host and she made us feel very welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return someday. Thank you Mary. Have a lovely holiday in Ireland xxx

- Mrs Prinsloo, August 2023
Ms Stanley August 2023

“Fabulous cottage, fantastic location, wonderful hosts.”

Good base to explore Eriskay, Berneray, Benbecula as well as the local area. Beaches are stunning, and stargazing here is amazing; a week isn't long enough - will definitely return :-)

- Ms Stanley, August 2023
Ms Smith June 2023

“An excellent base to explore N and S Uist, Eriskay & Barra.”

There is no where better to see birds. From the kitchen/living room you are guaranteed to see Sea Eagles, Hen Harriers Short Eared Owls and golden eagles. A mile or so down the road there’s some of the best Machair in Scotland and the magnificent walk up Beinn Mhor is a short drive away, as is the excellent museum. The big windows enable you to look across the Machair to the sea, a great place to watch the changing light and weather and spectacular sunrises/sunsets. The place is very tastefully designed - lovely paintings, crockery, blinds etc. and one of the best equipped cottages we’ve ever been to with high spec equipment. There are several beautiful photographic books which helpfully inform you about the history and culture of S Uist. We also loved the three handsome chickens wandering around. The next door hosts are also delightful. We can’t recommend this place enough.

- Ms Smith, June 2023
Mrs Fuller May 2023

“The cottage is well laid-out and had all the equipment we required, and the owner was friendly and helpful.”

However, there was no information booklet containing information such as waste disposal, recycling, restaurants, shopping and supermarkets, doctors and health needs, etc. Perhaps you could consider making this a requirement for all LHH properties. The situation of the cottage was not as attractive as other LHH properties we have use, being closely next door to the owner’s home, and with a chicken run very close by. Unfortunately, we had to leave a day early due to Calmac cancellations. We had told the owner a few days earlier but were unable to find her on our morning of departure to thank her. Please pass on our thanks.

- Mrs Fuller, May 2023
Ms Smith August 2022

“Wonderful comfortable stay .”

The house is equipped and presented to a high standard .We felt very much at home .We were very sad to leave .

- Ms Smith, August 2022
Scannell July 2022

“Lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

The hosts were fabulous and we very much enjoyed our week on the islands. The cottage has games, books, maps and a fully equipped kitchen, everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay.

- Scannell, July 2022

Just wish we could persuade the sun to visit more often! Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Utility
Electric heating
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample off-road parking
Gardens to two sides with gravelled area
Pet-friendly
Sorry, this is a non-smoking property
Shop 5.9 miles, pub 5.7 miles
Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental
Note: Please let us know prior to arrival if you wish the second bedroom to be made up as a twin

The property

Ceannard is a new barn conversion in 2021 and is ideal for those with a love of island life and Gaelic culture. Indeed, the owner, Mary, a teacher of Gaelic is on hand to offer an introduction to the Gaelic language for those wishing to learn more about this living language of the Western Isles. For those who are learning the language, she can offer one to one tuition to any level. The area is still crofted in the traditional way and wandering the tracks and paths will lead you to see the activities of the crofting community. Mary has crofted for many years and is hugely informative on the history of the crofting communities. Bird watchers will not be disappointed as you can walk from the house down to the shore, an area rich in waders and other resident and migratory birds. The coast here is close and offers extensive walking along the machair and sandy shore where in Spring and Summer rich flower carpets form. Archaeological sites are scattered around and it is best to visit the Kildonan Museum to see informative displays on the sites and the crofting history. There is also a cafe here for lunches. There is a Coop store not far away for all your grocery needs but you will also find various smaller shops and outlets for seafood and specialities. Indeed, not very far from the cottage, a Swedish Bakery is set to open in 2021! Cyclists can enjoy quiet single track roads (part of the Hebridean Way) and it is a lovely day trip to leave early, cycle to Eriskay, take the ferry to Barra, cycle around Barra and back by evening! Touring up to North Uist allows exploration of the many side roads heading off to the coast and then right round the coast of North Uist and back. You will see plenty of signs to seafood outlets, home spun wool shop, cafes, craft shops, galleries and jewellery studios. For children, the beaches are the best - clean, wide open spaces with very few people and an abundance of shells to collect The cottage is well equipped, beautifully furnished and very comfortable. A great place to return to after exploring the islands or just to stay put and relax. 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. EPC Rating: Band F

EPC Rating: Band F

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

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About the location

DALIBURGH, ISLE OF SOUTH UIST

Lochboisdale 3 miles; Ludag, 6.2 miles; Benbecula 24.8 miles.

Daliburgh is a town on South Uist in the Outer Hebrides and is known for being a crofting town. There is a memorial here to commemorate the life and works of Donald Allan MacDonald, a Gaelic poet who lived in Daliburgh in the mid 20th century. It is a great base from which to explore a fantastic selection of activities from fishing and walking to diving and birdwatching. The nearby Askernish Golf Course is always popular and was originally designed by ‘Old’ Tom Morris and is popular with golfers keen to test themselves on this challenging course. Dining options include fish and chips from the Burnside Chip Shop or for something a little more fancy dine in at the Borrodale Hotel. While you are in Daliburgh you can stock up on supplies at the supermarket and there is also a number of other shops including gifts shops. A short distance from Daliburgh is the fascinating Kildonan Museum and the birthplace of Flora MacDonald as well as a host of fabulous beaches just waiting to be discovered.

Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental. Note: Please let us know prior to arrival if you wish the second bedroom to be made up as a twin. Note: Please bear in mind that this property is located on an island and therefore only accessible by plane or ferry.

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Daliburgh, The Outer Hebrides - North & South Uist (Ref. 1110824)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a wonderful stay at Mary's cottage.”

“Fabulous cottage, fantastic location, wonderful hosts.”

“An excellent base to explore N and S Uist, Eriskay & Barra.”

“The cottage is well laid-out and had all the equipment we required, and the owner was friendly and helpful.”

“Wonderful comfortable stay .”

“Lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

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About the location

DALIBURGH, ISLE OF SOUTH UIST