Spacious, homely, family accommodation
Open fire & sea views
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The Guardhouse provides self catering, family accommodation for up to 7 people, on The Isle of Lewis, in the Western Isles of Scotland. With full central heating, double glazing throughout, an open fire in the lounge and Rayburn in the kitchen, it remains warm and welcoming in all weathers.
The property is a spacious, homely bungalow which has been maintained to a high standard and well equipped. It has books, games and musical instruments to occupy all ages, enjoys a sea view from the lounge (guests can relax beside an open fire and watch Fulmars circle beneath the cliff tops) and a sea view from the kitchen.
Close to sandy beaches
Stunning location on the rugged west coast
With a stunning location on the rugged west coast of Lewis, within the small village of Aird, Uig, the acommodation is also close to sandy beaches, convenient for the Isle of Harris and well-placed for boat trips around the inshore islands, to the Flannan Isles and World Heritage site of St Kilda.
The Guardhouse is an ideal holiday let for families, but would well- suit independent travellers seeking peace and relaxation, outdoor lovers and Artists.
Sea view from the lounge window
Sea View from The Guardhouse Lawn
Half a miles walk from the backdoor lands you in a wild landscape, of moorland, lochs and cliffs. This area has an air of ancient, untamed beauty and if you spend time exploring, you'll discover the ancient monument of Tigh a Bheannaich chapel, a cairn, chapel and monastice settlement, built on one of the promontories, which has always been considered a holy place.
Looking towards the hills of Harris
(photo. taken from moorland approx. half a mile behind The Guardhouse)
Cliffs behind The Guardhouse, near Gallan Head
Numerous sandy beaches within a 15 minute drive...
A little further away, but still within a short drive of The Guardhouse, the numerous sandy beaches, lochs, moorlands, streams and mountains, make this landscape ideal for a wide variety of outdoor pursuits.
There's a licensed, Community shop approximately 3 miles from Aird and the mobile shop visits Aird village each Tuesday afternoon.
The nearby Uig Community Centre, which overlooks the three mile long, sandy beach where the Uig Chessmen were discovered, stages a lively programme of events. During the summer months, a cafe and the Uig museum run from here also.