Sea Spray Cottage

About this property

Eriskay 3.4 miles. Emerging from the rugged seaside scenery of Lochboisdale, near Eriskay on the Isle of South Uist, this white painted single-story cottage encourages you to make yourself at home. With a local shop, pub, and many amazing places to explore, Sea Spray Cottage is perfect for a family or two adults. Be welcomed into a fantastic open-plan living area and find yourself instantly drawn to a sitting area which boasts breath-taking views of the ocean and clusters of island and mountains, a contemporary space with stylish grey sofas, large windows and wooden flooring, which stretches into the kitchen with tasteful grey tiles contrasting with cream furniture, where there is no lack of amenities, providing you with everything you need to make a heart-warming meal, enjoyed by all guests on the wooden dining table, and notice how this spacious area creates a social hub for all guests to enjoy. As the evening wears on, relax in one of the two bedrooms, beginning with a king-size with wooden flooring, tasteful wooden furniture and a splash of blue, as well as a brilliant en-suite shower room which has a contemporary feel . Secondly, you will find a wonderful twin room with matching décor and easy access to a large shower room, outfitted in fresh grey tiles. Outside, enjoy a panoramic view from the garden where views of the seaside with the sunset and even the local ponies will make an evening to remember. Lochboisdale is a small coastal town located in the Isle of South Uist, a place where there will be no lack of wonderful mountain walks and seaside views, you will be able to try out wild swimming, watersports or simply enjoy a stroll in the fresh seaside air on one of the many white sandy beaches. A local pub and shop located in the nearby town of Daliburgh offer essentials and a glass of your favourite beverage, or for a taste of history you can visit the Kildonan Museum before taking a stroll through the beautiful Arinaban Woodlands. Further afield you can visit the Islands of Benbecula and North Uist within an hour’s drive, where many more sights are waiting to be explored. Make the perfect Hebridean holiday with a stay at the captivating Sea Spray Cottage. 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 B

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.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area

Air source heat pump.

Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Non-enclosed garden with furniture, lawn and patio.

Container for bike and sports equipment storage.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 2.3 miles, pub 2.1 mile.

Note: Electric car charging not included.

Note: House close to the sea, supervise children at all times.

Note: The bed in bedroom two is a twin zip-link as standard, if you require this to be a king-size, please contact us to advise