Blackhouse Bothies - Balallan

Farm stay on the shores of Loch Seaforth with sea and mountain views

Amenities

Blackhouse Bothies offers free private parking and a garden with outdoor furniture. The bothies have a BBQ facility and a picnic area for outdoor dining. Pets are allowed, and the property provides private check-in/check-out.

Accommodation

Each bothy has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area. The main room includes a wood burning stove and a large king bed with views of the loch. There is no television or WiFi, encouraging guests to disconnect.

Location

Situated on the banks of Loch Seaforth, the bothies are halfway between Stornoway and Tarbert on the Isle of Lewis. Callanish Standing Stones is 33 km away, and Museum Nan Eilean is 27 km from the property. Stornoway Airport is 31 km away, and the location provides easy access to hiking trails.

Guest Favorites

Guests report sightings of sea eagles, seals, otters, and porpoises from the loch. The hosts Joanne and Mark provide local recommendations and extra firewood. The bothies offer a chance to see stags near the window and enjoy the quiet, starry nights.

Activities

Hiking enthusiasts can explore the surrounding hills and loch shore. Canoeing on Loch Seaforth offers encounters with seals and porpoises. The bothies are a base for visiting Luskentyre Beach and other island attractions.

• Location: On the banks of Loch Seaforth, halfway between Stornoway and Tarbert
• Rooms: King-sized bed with loch views, private bathroom with walk-in shower
• Outdoor Living: BBQ facilities, picnic area, covered courtyard for cooking
• Wildlife: Sea eagles, seals, otters, and porpoises visible from the property
• Off-Grid: No WiFi or TV, wood burning stove, complete disconnection
• Hosts: Joanne and Mark offer local tips and extra firewood
• Access: 31 km from Stornoway Airport, 33 km from Callanish Standing Stones

Licence number: ES00398F