About this property
Elegant Accommodation: Blackhouse Bothies in Balallan offers a farm stay experience with a beautiful garden. Guests enjoy sea and mountain views, a private bathroom, and a cosy fireplace. Comfortable Amenities: Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen, private check-in and check-out services, and free on-site parking. Additional amenities include a dining area, outdoor seating, and a picnic area. Convenient Location: Located 31 km from Stornoway Airport and 33 km from Callanish Standing Stones, the property provides easy access to local attractions. Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding scenery. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the location with stunning views, the peaceful nature-centric environment, and the friendly host.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Philip
United Kingdom“The location on a remote loch is an oasis of tranquility, so relaxing & peaceful. It is also a great location to explore the beautiful island attractions, located 1/2way between Stornoway & Tarbert. The property is modern, clean & quiet. You will...” - Elaine
Australia“The stunning location and the truly beautifully built bothies. Cooking outside and then returning to the warmth of the room and the absolute sense of quiet as we sat looking outside to the Loch. Seeing the Golden Eagles, variety of other birds...” - Gillian United Kingdom“Great location with friendly hosts. The bed was super comfy and a nice bathroom. No WiFi - time to disconnect. The view (to die for) and you might see some deer near the window or walk past a few when outside. The quiet and no street light or...”
- Leon Australia“Location was amazing , could look at the view forever.”
Clare United Kingdom“It was all amazing. Mark and Joanne (and Murphy the dog), who own the Bothy, are excellent hosts. The bothy is comfortable and warm. The bed was very comfortable. The log burner adds a special touch. The views from the Bothy are beautiful. The...”
Francoise
France“Everything is to be liked! I’d say: book it and you are up for an awesome surprise. Joanne is a fabulous and caring host. The place is bigger than you think. The photos can’t give credit to the bothie and location. You will get a very warm welcome...”- Nicki United Kingdom“Great location just off the main road from Stornaway to Tarbert. Scenic Loch view from the window. Lovely big bathroom with powerful shower. Huge bed which was very comfortable. Super wood burning stove heated the room up in no time. Joanne was a...”
- John United Kingdom“Very comfortable bothy in a stunning location on the banks of Loch Seaforth. Good location to explore the whole island by car. Enjoyed cooking with a view in the outside kitchen area. Joanne was a superb host and gave us some fantastic...”
- Joanne United Kingdom“Excellent location and lovely accommodation. A lot of thought, care and attention has gone into ensuring guests have everything they need. We could not fault our stay. Joanne and Mark were very hospitable and made sure we enjoyed our stay,...”
- Susan United Kingdom“Great place to stay, great views and is so quiet and peaceful. The bothy is beautifully constructed has a wonderful shower. The wood burner warmed the room up very quickly and we loved the little oven above it that we used to warm up food.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Joanne
10
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Joanne
Blackhouse Bothies are two large individual stone clad turf roofed rooms linked to each other by a covered courtyard.
Each bothy is furnished with a luxurious super king-sized bed, bed linen and towels. Tea and coffee is provided along with a kettle and a small fridge.
In the bathroom you will find a spacious walk-in shower, sink and WC and is large enough to hang any wet clothing.
Each bothy has a wood burning stove and is supplied with firelighters, kindling and fuel.
In the courtyard that links the bothies you will find a Belfast sink and hot running water for any washing up and outdoor tables and seating is available.
The cooking facilities at the bothies are unique and are also provided outdoors beneath the covered courtyard between each bothy.
A portable electric hob along with plates, cutlery, utensils and cookware are all provided free of charge for each bothy.
The wood burning stove in each Bothy incorporates a small oven above the fire to allow small items to be baked.
A traditional BBQ is also offered with each bothy for a nightly charge.
Please bear in mind it will not always be possible to cook outdoors due to the beautiful but changeable Hebridean weather.
I live on the croft and can be on hand for any questions or help. I love meeting new people and introducing them to the wonders of the Outer Hebrides.
I enjoy the great outdoors, hiking and photography and love giving recommendations to our guests that fit around their holiday and interests.
The bothies are all about finding your connection with the great outdoors.
Set in 5 acres of croft land on the shore of Upper Loch Seaforth in the Isle of Lewis, the uninterrupted views from the bedroom draw you out and into this prehistoric landscape.
From your bedroom window you can watch for the seals and otters that make Loch Seaforth their home. Keeping your eyes on the skies you could spot oyster catchers, hen harriers and buzzards. The stars of show however, have to be the white tailed eagles that make regular appearances around the bothies. Keep your eyes open for our free range chickens too.
The bothies look out on a unspoilt and wild landscape that is never the same from one moment to the next.
The bothies are half way between Stornoway and Tarbert where most restaurants are located. The journey is around 18 miles in either direction.
Everyday items can be obtained from the local garage in Leurbost 11 miles north.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
Blackhouse Bothies takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Blackhouse Bothies in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
License number: ES00398F
