About this property
Mangersta 3.1 miles. Tucked away in the rural setting of Mangersta near Uig, Isle of Lewis, is this delightful one-bedroom cottage, Hona. Enjoying a peaceful and elevated position with sea views, and a bright and airy interior, Hona, a former mission hall, is the ideal dog-friendly dwelling for a couple and their canine companion. Be greeted by a charming front decked area with picnic bench, perfect for indulging in a spot of alfresco dining. Step into the open-plan living space, where you will find an inviting sitting area with plush sofas and TV, and a well-equipped kitchen where you can impress your other half with tasty dishes ready to savour at the dining table for two. Continue through to the sumptuous double bedroom, complete with its own ensuite shower room, so you can freshen up in style after a day of adventure. Head straight for the beautiful beaches of Mangersta and Carnish, where you will find excellent fishing and watersports opportunities, as well as golden sands for relaxing on with your favourite book. Head to Uig for your local amenities, where you can dine and sample the local ales at Uig Sands and the Uig Community Centre, stock up on essentials at the community shop, or enjoy leisurely strolls around the stunning Uig Bay. For fascinating sites, continue onto Great Bernera, where you will find the Callanish 8 – Stone Circle, Bosta Iron Age House, Bosta Beach and Bernera Museum. Next stop is Stornoway, home to the Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean, Raon Goilf Golf Course, the Hebridean Way, and a ferry service over to Ullapool. There is so much to see and do with a stay at Hona. The islands can be reached by flights from Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness; or by ferry from Uig on Skye to Tarbert, or Ullapool to Stornoway. EPC Rating: Band B
Named after the Norse word for "bay," Uig is a small settlement on the western shore of the Isle of Lewis. It is well-known for its beautiful sand dunes and breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Attractions include the beautiful beaches of Valtos Peninsula and Mealista Beach, as well as refreshing walks along Berie and Ardroil sands, which are both rich in history (archaeologists have discovered ancient hut circles here, and the famous Lewis Chessmen were found here), and more contemporary activities, such as kiteboarding and windsurfing. The spectacular Uig Sands restaurant and the Loch Croistean Café, housed in a renovated schoolhouse, are both available to visitors during the appropriate seasons. Abhainn Dearg is also home to a distillery. In the Uig Community Shop, you can get all the basics. Visitors can go on a boat at Miavaig Pier, located just outside the settlement, to explore the surrounding islands.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One double bedroom with separate shower room, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area including a sofa bed.
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
Washing Machine.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking available.
Private garden with decking and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4.6 miles, restaurant 4.4 miles, beach 2 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Abhainn Dearg Distillery
- Callanish Standing Stones & Visitor Centre
Reviews (15)
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Fraser
This former mission hall has been very thoughtfully transformed into a comfortable cottage. It has everything you could need and is beautifully furnished whilst retaining aspects of it's former life. The location is perfect. Peacefully remote but with gorgeous beaches close by and a fully stocked shop only a few miles away. We will be returning next year.
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Simon
The utilities are top notch - and the kitchen's facilities, kitchenware and essential provisions - above and beyond. The cottage is packed with useful books and information about the local area - and stylishly designed and furnished to give it a lovely homely feel. I perhaps missed the comments advising me to bring a laptop to 'cast' programmes/films to the TV monitor, but I managed that - and it didn't prove an issue. Very well weatherproofed and therefore warm and cosy, Hona is wonderfully located with some world class beaches, mountains and walks on its doorstep, and yet suitably distant (40 minutes) from Stornoway to make one feel that little bit off the grid! Wonderful! Everything one could want - oh, and I should add the bed is super comfortable too! Louise monitored my arrival on the ferry and contacted me a couple of times to check all was well, which of course - with her attention to detail - it was! I can't recommend Hona highly enough!
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Fiona
What an amazing cottage with absolutely everything you would ever need. On top of that the owners are fantastic, on hand to help with anything. Advising on the best places to visit. All the special little touches in the cottage made it feel like a home. You can definitely tell that Louise & Matthew are artists in the way they have designed, styled and curated the cottage perfectly. Location was a fantastic base allowing you easy travel around the isle. Uig beaches were the best for us. We also had the pleasure of seeing a White tailed Eagle, Golden Eagle, Deer and so much more. A special little welcome pack just takes it to a different level altogether. We had the most fantastic time and recommend the cottage to everyone. Canât wait to go back one day.