traditional hebridean cottage…
Our Cottage
Beautifully decorated, our traditional Hebridean cottage is both warm and welcoming. After a day spent exploring the island, settle down in front of the wood burning stove with a book, watch films, play Scrabble, do puzzles, or simply take it easy and relax.
The kitchen is fully fitted with modern integrated appliances including double oven and grill, washing machine/drier, dish-washer and fridge freezer, and a wine fridge. For those of you that like to cook, there is a good range of cookbooks, pans, cookware and crockery that will allow you to make both simple or sumptuous meals.
There is a basic stock of everyday essentials such as cleaning products, herbs, spices, condiments etc. Tea towels and hand towels are supplied.
The bedroom has a comfortable kingsize bed and with a slightly quirky touch, there is a large freestanding bath in which you can luxuriously soak after your days activities. For those who prefer to shower, the separate shower room has old fashioned character with modern fittings with a large shower. Towels and bed linen are supplied. There is also a hair dryer in the bedroom.
As well as being a great place to relax, The Old Post Office is conveniently placed to access a variety of outdoor activities. There are walks around the village that allow you to gain fantastic views of the village and out to the Atlantic Ocean, plus others along the shore for the beachcomber in you. Golden Eagles, Sea Eagles and Buzzards are regularly seen, plus a variety of other migratory birds such as redwings and geese.
The cottage lies within close proximity of many archaeological, historical and cultural attractions and places of interest, such as The Calanais Stones, The Gearannan Blackhouses. and the Dùn Chàrlabhaigh Broch. As such you will find many days of interest and pleasure easily available to you. The island is famous for its production of Harris Tweed which you can see being made locally and purchase if you so wish.
Facilities
Rates
£85.00 per night.
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What our guests say…
Amazing! Book now! What a find, great base to explore west Lewis. Super amenities and well equipped. Highly recommended
Absolutely outstanding. This place exceeded our expectations and if we return to the Outer Hebrides there’ll be no other place to stay. The neighbourhood... read more
“Fantastic getaway” We had a fantastic stay at the old post office in October, just a shame about the weather! The cottage is very well equipped and... read more
We spent a week at the Old Post Office and were delighted with our stay. We were made to feel very welcome by Kim and... read more
Couldn't have been happier with my stay! A lovely little place with everything you need and more. Very helpful hosts!
Outstanding accommodation with wonderful hosts. The Old Post Office is in a truly spectacular village and the accommodation has everything you could possibly need and... read more
