Guests say
Maari is a spacious and well-equipped cottage in a peaceful crofting community, ideal for families and nature lovers. Guests praise its beautiful location, excellent birdwatching opportunities, and easy access to North Uist’s beaches and local amenities by car. The cottage is described as cosy, warm, and homely, with a well-stocked kitchen and comfortable living spaces. While most reviews are positive, one guest noted issues with cleanliness and tired decor. Overall, Maari offers a tranquil retreat with stunning views and a welcoming atmosphere.
Most guests found the cottage clean and homely, but one review mentioned poor cleanliness, including a chicken bone and sticky stains. This isolated negative comment lowers the score slightly.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, stunning views, and proximity to wildlife and beaches. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and easy access to local attractions by car.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as spacious, comfortable, cosy, and warm, with plenty of room for families and a homely feel.
The cottage is frequently described as well-equipped, especially the kitchen. Facilities such as heating and a log fire are highlighted as positives, though one guest noted tired decor.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
North Uist is a beautiful part of the Outer Isles and staying at the Maari Cottage is a home from home..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available. Stairgate. Welcome pack. . Back garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Maari is situated in the hamlet of Ahmor in North Uist, it is a small crofting township and can be reached by travelling to Lochmaddy from Uig, Skye, or to Lochboisdale on South Uist from Oban.
Maari is a lovely detached house with three bedrooms - one double en-suite on the ground floor and a further double and twin room on the first floor. The family bathroom is also on the ground floor together with a toilet situated at the back door, too. The living room has a wood burner for you to enjoy at the end of a busy day, and the kitchen is well-equipped, and also has a dining table. Parking for three cars is available at the back of the house and the gardens are enclosed.
For golden sands, you can drive for 10 minutes and you will reach Clachan Sands. As well as many beaches in North Uist there is also an rspb Bird Sanctuary close by. If you enjoy cycling, the Hebridean Way Cycle Route 780 goes by the cottage, and many runners enjoy this route. Other attractions to see near Ahmor include visiting the ruins of the Trinity Temple in Carinish, going for a nice walk at Traigh lar beach, seeing the ruins of the Iron Age fort at Dun an Sticir, or visiting the exhibitions at Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum and Arts Centre in Lochmaddy.
North Uist is the perfect base to visit Benbecula, South Uist, Barra and going north over to Harris (some ferries are involved). The Outer Isles are very much unspoilt and the beautiful beaches can rival any of the Mediterranean beaches.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
ES-00198-F
Reviews (10)
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Nicholas Cameron
The house was very homely and clean. The location is beautiful and very peaceful. It was a lovely place to stay and has easy access to local shops only 10mins drive away.Thoroughly recommended for a week of tranquility.
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RAYMOND TRAYNOR
We had a lovely time at Maari.Lovely big house and had everything you need for our stay. We loved the area and surroundings.We will definitely come back again.
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Confirmed Guest
I you like birds this is the ideal place. On the loch opposite there is plenty to watch. Even deer in the evenings.