About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Blackhouse Bothies in Balallan offers a farm stay experience with a beautiful garden. Guests enjoy sea and mountain views, a private bathroom, and a cozy fireplace. Comfortable Amenities: Each unit features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area. Additional amenities include a barbecue, outdoor furniture, and free on-site private parking. Convenient Location: Located 21 mi from Callanish Standing Stones and 17 mi from Museum Naan Eilean, the property is 19 mi from Stornoway Airport. Hiking enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the scenic location, the peaceful nature-centric trip, and the friendly host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Diana
United States United States
Beautiful, astonishing, location. The view is A+++++ The bothies were very comfy and warm and modern. Joanne was super friendly and gave us some great recommendations on things to do on the island. We had everything we needed! We didn’t use the...
Robert
United States United States
Loved the view from the room; couldn't have been prettier. Communication with owner was excellent. If there was an issue it was rectified to our like quickly. If afraid to completely unplug (property does not have internet), make sure you bring...
Thomas
United States United States
Beautiful location. split evenly between Tarbert and Stornoway
Emma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location with wonder views overlooking the Loch. Very comfortable large bed and great shower. Plug in hob was provided to use in outside kitchen along with a box of everything needed to cook a meal. Kettle and small fridge inside.
Robert
United States United States
Mark and Joanne were very friendly and welcoming. Great views and great place to see wildlife.
Alice
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful, peaceful location. It was the perfect base for exploring both the Isle of Lewis and Harris, with all the main attractions within easy reach. The setting was incredibly quiet, making it an ideal place to...
Cass_
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Joanne is an amazing host. Everything is clean and tidy and the bothy looks exactly the same as the photos. The location is remote which is very quiet and peaceful, the view of the bothy is absolutely stunning. It was mainly cloudy and light rain...
Eleanor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Hosts were amazingly kind, welcoming us at check-in from the main road as it was getting dark and then helping us with car troubles on our final day. They also supplied us with extra firewood for the log burner which was much appreciated. The...
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location on the shores of the Loch is very scenic, peaceful and wonderfully isolated
Pawel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fantastic location close to the loch with a beautiful view, cosy with a large, comfy bed, wood fired stove to keep us warm and an excellent shower room! ☺️ Our host Joanne made sure we had everything we needed during our stay and very kindly...

Hosted by Joanne

9.7
Host Review Score
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

Area info

Amenities of Blackhouse Bothies

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's 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

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Blackhouse Bothies of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: ES00398F

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