Guests say
The Summer House on the Isle of Lewis is widely praised for its stunning views, modern design, and tranquil setting, making it an ideal base for exploring Lewis and Harris. Guests consistently highlight the comfort, light-filled interiors, and luxurious touches such as the sauna and welcome packs. The property is well-equipped and immaculately presented, with many guests noting its peaceful atmosphere and proximity to local attractions. While a few minor maintenance and cleanliness issues are mentioned, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the property spotlessly clean and well-presented, though a small number noted areas for improvement, particularly with floors and kitchen surfaces. Overall, cleanliness is a strong point but not entirely flawless.
The location is highly praised for its central position, breathtaking views, and easy access to both Lewis and Harris. Some mention of road proximity, but this did not detract from the overall experience.
Guests consistently describe the house as comfortable, cosy, and thoughtfully designed, with quality bedding and a relaxing atmosphere. A few minor comments about bed size in the second bedroom, but comfort is a clear highlight.
Facilities such as the sauna, whirlpool, and well-equipped kitchen are frequently praised. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues (e.g., worn cookware, noisy oven, small fridge), but these did not significantly impact enjoyment.
Many guests appreciated the generous welcome packs and luxury toiletries, which added a special touch to their stay. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every booking.
About this property
The award winning architect designed Summer House blends modern design with the historical Lewis ’Airidh’. Enjoy the dramatic landscape and feel as if you are outdoors, looking through the large windows onto the decking.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Decking
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner provided. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. . Front garden with patio. Sauna (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden.. Summer House is a stunning ‘Saltire 2019 Award Winning’ house on the Isle of Lewis by local architects Duncan and Fiona Porteous, the house is reminiscent of the traditional ‘Airidhs’ house which used to be found for families to spend the summer in while tending sheep and cutting peats. The Summer House has vibrant colours and a creative spirit, which was found in these quirky houses of years gone by! The property blends into the countryside but allows you to have amazing views whilst still being warm and cosy.
On entering the Summer House you are met by a long hallway with a glazed ceiling that leads you into the main living, dining area and kitchen which boasts a wall to wall feature window with the loch and mountains as your picture! The patio doors lead out on to the decking for you to enjoy the views and listen to the bird song. The master bedroom is at the back of the house and has an en-suite bathroom as well as fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom also has a double bed and fitted wardrobes, its shower room is across the hall and that leads you on into the sauna. The sauna is an electric sauna and can be managed with a simple switch. After a day walking or seeing the rest of the Outer Hebrides enjoy sitting outside on the decking with a dram and watch the sun setting.
The neolithic standing stones of Callanish are 7 miles away and the main town of Stornoway and the Caledonian MacBrayne Ferry Terminal is 7 miles away. Spectacular beaches on the West Coast of Lewis are 13 miles and a day trip to the Isle of Harris is a 30-mile drive. This really is a central location to enjoy the best the Outer Hebrides has to offer!
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = E
Scottish Letting Licence NO: ES00139F
You can book a Tesco Home Delivery on the Isle of Lewis.
There are very few shops open on a Sunday - Engebretson's service station in Stornoway is open for fuel and basic supplies.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful house, immaculately presented . Such a lovely house to come back to after a day out on the island. Amazing window to watch the ever changing weather . Bonus was the sauna .
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect place for relaxation and sights . The view is amazing and the croft beautiful . A wonderful week .
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Confirmed Guest
The holiday home is beautifully located, and the view from the living room window is fantastic. The house is situated next to a road, which can be heard during the day, but there is very little traffic at night, so it did not disturb our sleep.Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the house itself was nice. However, the main issue was cleanliness. In particular, the floors, kitchen worktop, and cupboards could have been cleaned much more thoroughly. Unfortunately, there were also very few cleaning supplies available to clean things ourselves.With better attention to cleanliness, this would be a really lovely place to stay.