Ceann an Loch Cottage

A lovely welcoming property with wonderful views and a great place to relax and enjoy the Isle of Lewis and all it has to offer.

We will not hesitate to go back there again!

An amazing stay - a wonderful property with 5 star luxury.

Roughly half way between Stornoway and Tarbert means nowhere on the whole of Harris & Lewis is too far away. Lovely hosts - simply cannot recommend this place enough!

Well appointed, very spacious, comfortable accommodation, with fabulous views down the Loch.

We spent a wonderful two weeks on the island, and the central location enabled visiting all parts of Lewis and Harris. Julie was a great host, promptly answering any queries we had. My only constructive concern would be suitability for pets. Whilst pet friendly, there are restrictions on access to certain parts of the accommodation, e.g. bedrooms. If your dog isn't used to sleeping on it's own, or keeping off furniture, then this accommodation may not suit some.

Super spot and we really enjoyed Julie sharing it with us.

Very well appointed with super bedding, very generous and unexpected welcome hamper. Ideal location for us as we explored and walked the far reaches of the islands.

Absolutely loved it!

The cottage is beautiful and so well equipped with lots of thoughtful extras that we didn’t expect. The beds were also super comfy and the underfloor heating kept the cottage warm and cosy all the time. 100% recommended!

Our second stay at Ceann An Loch Cottage and it is, once again, well worth the 600-mile trip from Norfolk.

Very well-placed in the centre of Lewis & Harris, so we get round all of the places we did not manage to fit into our last trip, and the space and comfort of the cottage are wonderful for the couple of days when the weather does it's best to stop us going out - new superfast internet connection is a particular boon. And when the weather finally clears, we get some superb photos of the wildlife near the cottage, and of distant galaxies through our telescope. Perfect.

What a fabulous holiday home, centrally located and tastefully furnished.

I would not hesitate to recommend to others. Ceann a Loch cottage is a perfect base for exploring both Lewis and Harris giving great access to both. The house itself is immaculately presented with all mod cons and the proprietors are a joy to deal with. Accommodation like this makes the epic journey from York via the ferry at Ullapool all worthwhile. Five stars.

We had such a lovely time at Ceann a Loch cottage.

It’s a very well set-up home with lots of lovely touches and home comforts, from the log burner to the Sonos system. We enjoyed many a moment gazing out to the loch, spotting wildlife and admiring the view. The location is ideal for exploring Lewis and Harris as nowhere is too far. As a family of four, we all had such a nice stay and would love to visit again sometime in the future. We drive an EV and the local charger in Balallan was out of order. Whilst it wasn’t a problem planning trips to Stornoway and Tarbet for charging whilst doing other things (eg shopping), it would have been so much more convenient to have been able to charge at the house - it would be a great idea to add this in the future, whether metered or simply at a fixed day rate.

We had a fantastic stay in Ceann an Loch cottage.

It’s beautifully furnished and very comfortable - we slept so well, and the bathrooms are amazing. Dog loved sitting out in the enclosed garden. Very tranquil location, with lovely views over the loch. We saw lots of wildlife, including golden eagles and a big stag nearby. Definitely didn’t want to leave!

Absolutely magnificent holiday home - probably the best one we've ever stayed in.

Superb quality finish throughout the house, an amazing location, and equipped to the highest standard. Very well-equipped kitchen, Harris Tweed curtains and cushions, comfy beds, huge bathrooms with bags of hot water, loads of space, and all mod cons - even a drinks fridge. We didn't need to light the log fire as the house was so warm. Oh yes, and the welcome basket was excellent. We hope to return to Lewis and Harris and would definitely stay here again.

A beautiful house, equipped to a very high standard and located in a scenic location.

Centrally located for ease of access to the entire island. A perfect place to stay.

Beautiful accommodation, clean and comfortable No expense spared and minor niggles dealt with extremely quickly and efficiently

Supremely well-equipped, spacious and immaculately kept cottage in an ideal position for exploring all parts of Lewis & Harris.

Spectacular views in all directions but especially from the decking at the front, where we spent many serene evenings watching the wildlife - including sea eagles and golden eagles - and listening to the enchanting sounds of curlews, oystercatchers, redshank and many others. Secure garden for our greyhound, lovely walks not far from the cottage, plenty of others to keep you busy on the wonderful beaches dotted round the coastline, and a bit of history not too far away at Callanish. Very generous welcome pack and helpful, welcoming owners close by if you happen to need them. This was the most wonderful cottage we can ever remember staying at - only downside was that a fortnight here just wasn’t quite enough…

Probably one of the best houses to hire on Lewis.

Luxurious, immaculate, beautifully laid out on the inside and placed elevated over a wild and serene view. Don’t be put off by the road in front- the garden is secure if you have a dog and there is only occasional traffic between long periods of silence listening to the wildlife on the loch. Ideally positioned half way down to explore the islands in all directions. Welcome basket was extremely generous and kept us in meals until we could do a shop. Owner host was perfect too- just the right amount of communication at the start and end, and super welcoming. Perfect.

We spent two weeks at this stunning cottage.

With amazing views over the loch the cottage is superbly situated for trips all around the island. The cottage itself is wonderful and is of a very high standard with everything you would need to make this a home from home. Thank you to Donnie and Julie for the lovely welcome pack and the greeting.

Wonderful views, large airy, well equipped, warm, great location, modern, clean, a much appreciated welcome pack

Caenn a Loch cottage is without doubt one of the best cottages we have ever stayed at.

From entering the cottage you are immediately wrapped up in the warmth and the very high standards throughout. You are drawn to the 2 welcome hampers (one being in the fridge) and then are amazed at the quality throughout. The cottage has underfloor heating (which we were grateful for) as well as being superbly stocked with everything you might need. The ice machine was a bonus for our Gs and Ts! The beds are very comfortable and all the bathrooms furnished to a very high standard. The owner Julie, is very attentive as responds immediately to any queries you may have. The views are stunning and although the weather was inclement during our stay just watching the changing colours on the landscape from the comfort of the lounge made it much more bearable. I guarantee that if you stay here you will not be sorry!!

I think this is the best cottage we've ever been in.

..Everything about it was first class and very highly recommended.

Ceann an Loch provides an exceptional experience and we could not have asked for more.

It is a superbly equipped, luxury property, in a stunning location with the most generous host we have ever encountered. We simply could not have asked for a more idyllic place in which to celebrate our ruby wedding anniversary and it was a real struggle to leave at the end of the week. We cannot recommend Ceann an Loch more highly as an outstanding base for exploring the wonderful range of sights, sounds and foodie delights Lewis and Harris affords, or for just enjoying the views and the many species of birds, and fish jumping, from the comfort of the rooms and garden. This was certainly a haven to which we shall return and we are most grateful to Julie for her kindnesses.

What a special property, set against the loch and conveniently in the middle of the island.

The property and facilities are five star and deserve the tag of 'luxury'. Our welcome hamper of local produce was a nice surprise and made us feel special. The local wildlife is literally at your doorstep, with birds a plenty and a Stag visiting on three occasions.

What an extremely well-thought-out house.

Every bit of detail has been well considered. For example, the more than generous welcome basket, temperature control of each room, super king beds, super-soft bedding, open-plan kitchen diner and bean to cup coffee maker. What a wonderful view of the loch through front windows and waking up to the dawn chorus of cuckoo, arctic tern or oyster catcher! The surrounding hills produced exceptional views of white-tailed and golden eagle. We would highly recommend staying here at any time of year. Although we stayed in late May and the weather was warm, it is easy to imagine how cosy this property will be with the wood burner in much colder weather. Thank you to the owners. Everything was much appreciated.

Just wow!

! What an amazing property. The photos don’t do it justice. One of the loveliest places I’ve ever stayed. Julia and Donnie were fantastic hosts. Available if needed and left a wonderful welcome pack. The house is perfectly placed for exploring all of Lewis and Harris due to its central position on the Island. Fabulous sunrises over the loch every morning. Beds so comfortable for a rested nights sleep. Just fantastic. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit Lewis and Harris.

The property is much bigger than the name 'cottage ' suggests .

It is luxury accomodation with every amenity you could think of and in a superb location especially for access to Harris. There was a very generous welcome pack so you would be fine if you had no chance to pick up groceries before arrival. It is worth getting up early to see the sunrise over the loch. Hope we will get a chance to return again sometime. Joanne

Can’t fault this place.

Perfect house in a perfect location. Even the weather was pretty good! I also like dealing with LHH, always efficient and good communicators. Thanks to all.

This was a high end property which did not disappoint.

Well equipped kitchen with everything finished to a high standard. Every need catered for. The view was stunning overlooking the loch with the occasional sighting of golden eagles & sea eagles.

Beautiful setting wonderful cottage very clean great welcome pack and we loved our stay

Great facilities and very helpful owners when asking advice.

Beautiful views from cottage. Loved our stay.

It was an excellent property in which to spend a week.

First class amenities and the arrangements of the rooms and their layout suited our requirements perfectly. A lovely welcome at the beginning of the week set the scene for a home that was great to come back to after a day’s walking and exploring in weather that was expectedly changeable.

Beautiful location and house- very comfortable and well equipped.

Everything well thought out and generous welcome pack. One of nicest places we’ve stayed.

A beautiful holiday home with high spec facilities, in a central location, ideally placed for local attractions.

The owner was very helpful and was on-hand to assist when a thunder and lightning storm knocked out the Wi-Fi, but we did not miss it being in such a stunning location and in such a well appointed property. 5*.

Beautiful and luxurious, fabulous location and views.

Very comfortable with all mod cons available. We had a wonderful time and would absolutely recommend. The only thing we would have liked would have been cushions for the outside seating.

The house was great, the furnishings luxurious, everything you need for a relaxing holiday is of a high standard.

Julie and Donnie are extremely nice. A big thank to them also to the rich welcome gift!

Absolutely lovely property.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Very well laid out and exceptional amenities.

Location is very convenient while still being remote (which is quite a good thing). Quite a top notch residence. There were only 2 of us but I can see a lot of value for larger families.

Facilities were great.

Everything you would ever need for a getaway break. The images were accurate. Owners were very welcoming and helpful. Had a great time and would like to come again.

A lovely very luxurious property in a great location with views of the loch.

The welcome pack was extremely generous and the house was lovely and warm. We would definitely return and can highly recommend Ceann an Loch

This cottage is outstanding!

It has been decorated to a very high standard, it's in a stunning location and it provided the perfect base for exploring Lewis and Harris. It was very clean and the kitchen had everything you could possibly need during your holiday. We were in a group of two couples and there was so much space for the four of us. We cannot recommend this cottage highly enough. You will not be disappointed! We would love to stay again.

This was the second time we stayed at the lodge.

The place is centrally located, making it a convenient home base exploring the island. The location is perfect, a fenced large garden (ideal for our dogs), no neighbors and views for miles. The interior is of a high standard, with all the equipment (and more) you need. The very friendly owner makes you immediately feel at home; a superb welcome hamper awaits you, together with fresh flowers. There is extensive documentation on the lodge, together with documentation and detailed maps of the island.

This is a beautiful property, in a stunning location, ideally situated for exploring Lewis and Harris.

Comfortable, modern and extremely well equipped accomodation.

Everything you could want and more in a holiday "cottage". Spotlessly clean and modern bathrooms. Beautiful quality furnishings and bedding. Stunning views from all bedrooms and living room. Kitchen has everything you need and more Warm well insulated building, great for those windy Lewis days, with underfloor heating and a log burner if you are there in the winter. Would definitely come back here next time on Lewis, hugely reccomended.

This is a stunning property with exceptional views and facilities.

It’s location is good for getting around and the opportunities for spotting wildlife on the doorstep are great. We enjoyed the islands but also looked forward to returning to such a comfortable and well equipped property every afternoon. The welcome packs were superb and information provided on what to do was detailed and very useful. We would love to return.

Ceann an Loch, is a perfect holiday cottage for exploring Harris and Lewis being situated centrally.

The cottage is outstanding for everything including the location. The welcome packs are a delight introducing you to Hebridean/Scottish local produce. If you are considering the cottage don’t hesitate just book it.

Ceann an Loch Cottage is an extremely comfortable and well equipped holiday home.

The owners have thought of everything and also provided a very generous welcome pack! The cottage is situated at the head of a sea loch, a great place for bird watching. Balallan bistro is a couple of minutes drive away. We would definitely return!.

Fabulous house, great location, batteries recharged!

Definitely coming back, loved it. Thanks!

Fabulous break away in a wonderful house.

Stunning accommodation and views. 5***** for sure

Absolutely lovely.

Thank you for enabling such a relaxing getaway even if for a short time. Loved the attention to detail and decor. Thanks again x

Third visit and it just gets better every time.

Best cottage we have ever stayed in. Look forward to staying again - many thanks

An amazing week - sunshine every day.

Cottage super and very warm. Total luxury. Thank you for a great stay ( and a 5 star welcome hamper)

Feels like we are in God's country again.

Stunning views, amazing cottage

You have thought of everything.

Such a beautiful house and island. 5 star.

Superb cottage in a stunning location.

Enjoyed the sunrises. Lovely ambience in the evenings for relaxing with friends. Owner very helpful and accommodating. Would certainly recommend.

Wonderful house with great views.

ideally placed for visiting both Lewis and Harris.

Fantastic cottage!

Recommend the Harris Golf Club and Luskentyre beach.

Very good week - thanks to Julie for all your help.

Lovely house. Luxury 5 ***** Weather mixed but some wonderful evening light. Very lively cuckoo!

Wonderful house!

And such a nice welcome. Thank you!

Great week - the sun shone!

Fantastic house. All relaxed now - Thank you!

A superb location at the foot of Loch Erisort.

Every day of our visit we were welcomed by a golden sunrise on the hills and on the Loch. The house is ideal, with plenty of space, many facilities (including the bean-to-cup coffee machine) and a local produce welcome pack. Travel around the island is easy from Balallan but, with the wonderful surroundings, you may not want to go far. The living room gives a view over the loch and we had a visit from a Whitetailed Sea Eagle just across the road from the house. Luxury, comfort and relaxation are well catered for in abundance.

A fantastic property in a perfect setting for exploring Lewis and Harris.

Just a perfect and luxurious base for all that the island has to offer. 5 star accommodation.

7-14 September 2019.

We have had the best family holiday! The accommodation has been first class. We all loved the welcome packs - thank you Julie. We all have enjoyed exploring Lewis and Harris!!. The islands are beautiful and your beaches have left us wanting to come back! A fantastic time had by all.

24-31 Aug 2019.

Superbly appointed and comfortable homier a great location. Thanks to Julie for allowing us all to share this place (and for amazing welcome hampers!!)

17-24 Aug 2019.

Best location on the island! Fantastic home from home. Really enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful cottage in a perfect location for exploring the island.

A lot of nature and fabulous beaches for the kids.

13th to 20th July 2019.

Just a fantastic house from start to finish. Superb location and outstanding quality. Thanks!

This house is superbly appointed and spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable.

Donnie and Julie could not have been more supportive - showing us where the best lochs to fish and even helping us after a tyre blow out - beyond the call of duty! All in all great situation and great house.

We have been truly spoiled staying at this cottage, just wonderful!

Bedrooms decorated to the highest standard and are super comfortable! Kitchen is kitted out so well! Clean and lovely, very kind welcome note from julie! Would recommend!!!

5 star luxury property!

Spend 3 weeks within Ceann an Loch Cottage, excellently positioned cottage to explore the fantastic islands. Made even better by the highly attentive owners and their useful provisions they provided. Brilliant for families and dog friendly! Would recommend for anyone wanting a nice get away.