Stornoway Vacation house rental with beach/lake nearby, internet access, walking and TV

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  • House
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 2 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the manager

This quality 5-bedroom house has awe inspiring views towards the town of Stornoway and the landscape beyond. The owners bought the house principally for the views. The house has 5 bedrooms (one en-suite), one other bathroom and a toilet/washbasin in the utility room. There is a large kitchen with dining area and substantial living room. The Master bedroom has a King Sized bed, bedroom 2 has a king sized bed and a single bed as well, bedroom 3 has a double and bedrooms 4 and 5 are twins. There is an infants cot available. The whole configuration is subject to change without notice.

The town is around 5 miles away, the airport about 3 miles and the ferry terminal about 5 miles. Shops, public transport etc are all easily available.

There is a substantial rear garden that has been used for football, barbecues or lazing around while admiring the views that often feature cruise ships passing into the harbour.

The house has been popular in the past with pilots, doctors, engineering staff and contractors working on the island who have often brought their families with them.

It is a perfect house to recuperate after a hard day surfing, trekking, fishing, hiking or enjoying Stornoway's rich culture.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 2: Full bed
  • Bedroom 3: Full bed
  • Bedroom 4: 2 Twin beds
  • Bedroom 5: 2 Twin beds
  • Beds in other rooms:
  • 1 Family bathroom, 1 En suite, 1 Toilet Only

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • Crib

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Sea view
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Video player
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

To provide the most flexible arrival times, the house is normally made available any time after 4:00pm on day of arrival. Simply collect the keys from the key safe at the front door. You will be given a code before your arrival. There is a blue book, usually in the kitchen, that details WiFi codes, sights, restaurants and other personal recommendations. Exit time is strictly before 10:00am on day of departure unless by prior written arrangement. Normally, the caretaker or the owner is never too far away and can be contacted by phone. Entry is flexible after 16:00. You will be provided with a code to access the keys from a key safe. Likewise, departure is flexible, but before 10:00am.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($249.14) £200.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

No wild parties.
No stag or hen parties.
Please notify type and number of pets at time of booking. The owners reserve the right to refuse certain pets or numbers of pets if we wish.
Please respect the neighbours' privacy, peace and quiet.
An allowance for electricity and oil is provided in the cost at £30/week and 20mm respectively unless otherwise agreed in writing. The guests will have to pay for any excess above this.

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About the manager

John Gibson
Calendar last updated:
20 Apr 2024

Years listed:
9

Based in:
United Kingdom
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews

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Harrywingnut
Norwich, United Kingdom

Superb quiet accommodation close to Stornoway
May 2019

This was our first visit to Stornoway and our choice of accommodation could not have been better. John was the most accommodating and understanding owner for various reasons. The house was everything … More 

16 May 2019

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Response from the manager
It was great having you and absolutely no bother at all.I'm glad you enjoyed the house. John

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Trek42299394004

Lovely house, stunning location and just perfect for both exploring and having quiet time
Apr 2019

We spent the week here exploring Lewis and Harris and the house was perfect for us. Modern, spacious and everything we could’ve needed and we’d use it again

4 May 2019

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Response from the manager
Thank you very much for the lovely review. We really appreciate you taking the time to do so. Glad you and the family enjoyed it. John

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A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

Great Family Location
Dec 2018

Very spacious surroundings for a family break, some nice walks nearby and of course just a short drive to some stunning locations. Just out the back is a super micro walk over the old lazy beds and th… More 

5 Jan 2019

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Response from the manager
Hi Louise Thank you four your review. Bethesda in particular in Stornoway is a great charity shop with a particularly good book section. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. John

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Angus’s 80th Birthday Tour
Oct 2018

We came to Lewis for my Dads 80th Birthday with some family & friends. We knew the location was beautiful before we arrived but the house was perfect for us too. There was plenty room for 8 adults… More 

28 Oct 2018

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Daydream746644
Bad Konig, Germany

Spacious and wonderful
Aug 2018

A house silent in the near of the cliffs enough room but only 2 bathrooms with shower not 3 bathromms,the 3 was just a toilette,very nice rooms,nice kitchen

3 Oct 2018

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Response from the manager
Thank you Robert. We are indeed considering a 3rd bathroom as it would be a great advantage.

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Why can't I call the property manager before booking?

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

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How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send the property manager a message.

If the property manager agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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