Guests say
Skipper's Retreat in Lochmaddy receives glowing praise for its luxurious accommodation, stunning views, and exceptional hospitality. Guests highlight the beautifully furnished cottage, peaceful surroundings, and thoughtful amenities such as a steam room, hot tub, and EV charging point. The hosts are frequently described as friendly and attentive, with several guests enjoying delicious seafood platters and welcome treats. Wildlife sightings and proximity to a quiet beach add to the appeal. Overall, guests found their stays relaxing and memorable, with many stating they could not recommend the property highly enough.
Multiple reviews mention the property as clean, beautifully presented, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful location with stunning views, easy access to Clachan Sands beach, and opportunities to observe local wildlife.
The cottage is described as spacious, calming, and equipped with underfloor heating, with guests noting high levels of comfort and relaxation. One minor comment mentioned it being a bit warm, but this was easily remedied.
Facilities such as the steam room, hot tub, EV charging point, and high-quality furnishings are repeatedly highlighted as excellent and exceeding expectations.
Guests frequently mention the hosts' friendliness and thoughtful touches, including seafood platters and welcome food and drink. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for all guests.
About this property
This stunning property offers guests luxury accommodation in a beautiful scenic location, just 200 yards from a white sandy beach and turquoise waters.. Overlooking the magnificent Clachan Sands, this modern luxurious island holiday home boasts fabulous attention to detail. This single-storey, detached cottage has mood lighting throughout, a magnificent steam room, rain shower, whirlpool bath, electric lazy boys and private hot tub, subject to Hebridean weather conditions- the list goes on! The thoughtful owners have included everything to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. With the owner being a fisherman, guests will even receive a complementary seafood delivery (weather permitting). With miles of white sandy beaches, turquoise seas and a blanket of rare flowers turning the famous machair into a shimmering mass of colour, the Isle of Uist is undoubtedly beautiful. The incredible landscape surrounding Skipper’s Retreat is a paradise for bird watchers with hen harriers, sea eagles, golden eagles and the elusive corncrake just some of the most iconic birds seen.
Surrounded by an abundance of wildlife, seals and otters are often spotted, whilst basking sharks, dolphins and whales visit during the summer months. You can catch a ferry nearby to explore the popular islands of Harris and Lewis, or head south to Eriskay and Barra for a superb day out. Outdoor enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice, with a variety of activities to choose from including hill walking, surfing, fishing, golf, diving, sea kayaking, cycling and wild swimming. Photographers and artists will not be disappointed with dramatic landscapes, spectacular sunsets and an opportunity to see the spectacular Northern Lights. The Outer Hebrides are truly unique and Skipper’s Retreat will make you wish you could stay longer. Beach 200 yards. Shop 6½ miles, pub and restaurant 7 miles.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 65" Smart TV, Sky, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Air Fryer, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Hallway: 55" Smart TV, Sky, Nintendo Wii
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 42" TV
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 42" TV, Dressing Area, (Ensuite Also Accessed From Hallway)
Ensuite: Spa Bath, Toilet.
Ground source central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with terrace. Hot tub (private). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. Electric vehicle charging point, at cost. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps from the terrace to the garden.
Free WiFi
There are steps to external facilities.
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
We highly recommend that you book your ferry as soon as possible as ferries get very busy. You can call Calmac on 0800 066 5000. For ferries that travel to Orkney are Northlink Ferries 08001114422 and Pentland Ferries 0800 688 8998.
Reviews (8)
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Confirmed Guest
Exceptional accommodation. Made very welcome by the owners who also provided a fantastic selection of food and drink. We very much enjoyed the fish platter and the fresh veg. Views are great with lots of birds to watch..
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Kevin Taylor
We have stayed in some fabulous holiday cottages, but Skipper's Retreat is definitely the best. Everything is absolutely top quality, and it is all beautifully presented and equipped.The owners are lovely people, and the seafood that they delivered was to die for.The location is beautiful and comes with stunning views as standard. An extra bonus was to see a herd of deer passing by each morning.We honestly cannot recommend Skippers Retreat highly enough.
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Confirmed Guest
Skippers retreat, surpassed our expectations, nothing could have improved it.Absolutely stunning.Fantastic hosts.