Guests say
Creagan Na Mara is a highly praised cottage, celebrated for its stunning location surrounded by sea and wildlife. Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature. The warm welcome and thoughtful touches, including a delightful hamper, contribute to an unforgettable stay. Its position is ideal for exploring the Outer Hebrides, with many mentioning the abundance of local wildlife and the tranquillity it offers.
Reviewers unanimously describe the cottage as very clean, indicating meticulous maintenance and attention to hygiene.
The location receives high praise for its unique setting surrounded by water, offering changing views and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect base for exploring the islands.
Guests find the cottage warm and comfortable, with quality furnishings and a cosy atmosphere, contributing to a restful and enjoyable stay.
The property is consistently described as well-equipped with excellent facilities, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free holiday experience.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, evidenced by the welcome hamper and their knowledge of the area. While gifts are warmly mentioned, they are a gracious extra and not guaranteed.
About this property
This thatched property sits right by the shore close to the fishing port of Lochmaddy on the Isle of North Uist - an enviable location for anyone interested in wildlife.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" TV, Freesat, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner provided. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. . Enclosed garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Creagan Na Mara is a traditional style thatched cottage completed in May 2015, built on the footprint of the original cottage, with all the stone coming from the original house or locally sourced. The cottage provides accommodation for four people in an idyllic setting on the island of North Uist in the Outer Hebrides and is within walking distance of Lochmaddy. It is situated on a peninsula on the shore of Loch Blashival which has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest by Scottish Natural Heritage. The property is deceptively spacious and furnished with quality and style ensuring all comforts are met for an enjoyable stay. It boasts an enviable, beside the sea location where there are otters, curious seals and a mass of seabirds all of which you can enjoy watching from the comfort of the cottage. For those looking to explore the area, the property serves as a great base for touring.
The Uists have so much to offer for the outdoor enthusiast with wonderful walks along the famous white sands or walking in the hills to catch a glimpse of the golden eagle or wild red deer. The island is a mecca for those interested in bird watching as sea eagles, golden eagles, corncrakes, and hen harriers are only a few of the local species. The rspb reserve at Balranald is only a short drive away from the cottage where you can enjoy looking for the corncrake or walking on the flower carpeted machair. Whales and basking sharks visit in the summer and can be seen regularly offshore around the islands.. Those who love to fish can enjoy sea and loch fishing which is available locally (permit required for lochs).
The sunrise, sunsets, seascape, landscape, and dark skies are sure to amaze you so come, explore and enjoy! North Uist can be reached by CalMac ferry from Uig on the Isle of Skye, Oban/Mallaig to Lochboisdale or Leverburgh on the Isle of Harris to Berneray. A Road Equivalent Tariff applies for ferry fares which gives you really good value. There are daily flights operated by Loganair from Glasgow to Benbecula and car hire is available at the airport.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
We highly recommend that you book your ferry as soon as possible as ferries get very busy. You can call Calmac on 0800 066 5000. For ferries that travel to Orkney are Northlink Ferries 08001114422 and Pentland Ferries 0800 688 8998.
Letting licence no.: ES00219F
Reviews (11)
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Mark Hayes
The cottage is in an excellent location surrounded by the sea on 2 sides, there is lots of wildlife to see outside. excellent equipment levels throughout means that we would return and reccommend the cottage.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage is in a fantastic location. The view from each window changes with every tide in a magical way. The cottage is warm, very clean and well equipped. The wonderful welcome hamper was an unexpected delight. In over 15 years of self catering in the Outer Hebrides this cottage ranks amongst the best. We would love to stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely clean thatched cottage standing on its own piece of land surrounded by water, very well equipped with every thing you can think off and things you don't think of until you see them, can highly recommend this cottage and would definitely return