Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse

Tolstachaolais, HS2 9DW, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>8</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
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Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse

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  • The entire place is yours
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site

Offering a garden and sea view, Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse is situated in Tolstachaolais, 7 km from Callanish Standing Stones and 31 km from Museum Nan Eilean. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tolstachaolais, like golfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Stornoway Airport, 35 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
Sykes
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
10
High score for Tolstachaolais
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bethany
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “such a perfect little cottage to stay and so peaceful. really good touches in the kitchen. everything you could need”
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A beautifully restored black house with absolutely everything you could need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay on this lovely island. The location is superb and of course the scenery everywhere is stunning. We were lucky to meet Laura the owner...”
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect location, beautifully and cleverly designed. Loved the provision of Scottish books and films and the gorgeous log burner. Really comfortable bed and sofas. The afternoon tea on arrival was fantastic. A wonderful place to stay.”
  • Claudia
    Germany Germany
    “In einem Blackhouse zu wohnen, ist eine ganz eigene Erfahrung. Man bekommt ein Gespür dafür, wie das Leben wohl früher war. Das Haus war super renoviert und blitzsauber. Eine lustige Auswahl an leckeren Kuchen stand für uns bereit. Die Tür war...”
  • Amelia
    United States United States
    “This place was amazing! It was so cool to stay in one of the blackhouse! A living piece of history! They have updated it beautifully and it was so cozy and wonderful. It was just the experience we were looking for on the island!”

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 84,000 reviews from 21038 properties
21038 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the Please bear in mind that this property is located on an island and therefore only accessible by plane or Due to the historic nature of the property it has been difficult to accommodate full modern facilities. There is, unfortunately, no disabled access, some doorways are quite narrow and low, and the shower cubicle is compact in size.

Neighbourhood information

Timsgearraidh is a village situated in the Isle of Lewis, Scotland, resting between Doune and Stornoway. The village is known for its white sandy beaches and walks and offers a selection of attractions including Uig Museum. Dining options include Uig Community Tearoom however you will have to travel to Doune in order to find a pub, for example Doune Braes Hotel, while you can stock up on essentials at the nearby Uig community store. Within easy reach of the village is the popular town of Stornoway, where you can find further attractions and amenities such as Raon Goilf Golf Course, bars and restaurants.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • iPod dock
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Outdoor & View
    • Sea view
    • View
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 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 of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    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
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse

    • Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Check-in at Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse is 950 yards from the centre of Tolstachaolais. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.