Stornoway Cottages

Despite its isolated location, the island can be reached easily by taking a ferry or flight from the mainland, served by the Stornoway Ferry and Stornoway Airport, which can be found just outside the town. In the town itself, you’ll also find plenty of places to eat, drink and shop, which includes a host of fantastic seafood restaurants serving the best locally sourced produce.

Not only that, but with a variety of beautiful beaches situated just a short drive away from these Stornoway cottages, you’ll have quick and easy access to the white sandy beaches this island is famous for, as well as its vast countryside waiting for you to explore.

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Places to Visit from your Stornoway Accommodation

With plenty of places to explore whilst staying at one of these Stornoway holiday cottages, you and your guests will have no problems filling your time up with plenty of adventures!

A great example is the town of Ullapool, which can be reached by taking the ferry from the heart of the town. Sailing four times per day between the island and the mainland, it’s a trip you’ll need to plan ahead for, but it’ll be more than worth it in the long run.

Home to a fantastic seafront that offers impeccable views of Loch Broom, here you’ll also find some brilliant seafood restaurants and Meall Mhor (Ullapool Hill), a fantastic place to go hiking just outside the town. 

On the island itself, a great place to consider visiting is the village of Bragar, found on the western side of the island. Here, you’ll have multiple beaches to explore and enjoy, each boasting their own natural beauty and home to the gorgeous white sands that this region is known for.

Other Popular Destinations near Stornoway Cottages:

Assynt

Isle of Arran

Durness

Isle of Skye

Orkney

Uist

Types of Scotland Holidays

Aside from these Stornoway holiday cottages, there’s still lots of other exciting properties to consider booking if these aren’t quite what you’re after. This includes a full collection of all Scotland holiday cottages available to rent, alongside plenty of other options like country cottages in Scotland, coastal cottages in Scotland, dog-friendly Scotland cottages, large cottages in Scotland, luxury cottages in Scotland, Scotland cottages with hot tubs, Scotland cottages with swimming pools, log cabins in Scotland and even plenty of Scotland glamping pods! Not only that, but with plenty of opportunities to book short breaks in Scotland, last-minute holidays in Scotland, romantic getaways in Scotland and accommodation on holiday parks in Scotland too, we’re sure that one of these vast collections will present you with the perfect option.