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January 2010
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Latest Images

Frozen Machair, from Bornish beach, South Uist.

 Ormaclate Castle, South Uist.

 Bornish, South Uist. I've been there on warmer days. :)
Grey Lag geese, flying over Bornish, South Uist

 Ben Mhor from Bornish, South Uist.

 Hecla from a flowery perspective.
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30/06/2010Bill Lawson - Genealogy - Family Trees - North Uist0
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This recently renovated thatched cottage offers traditional and comfortable self catering accommodation for 2 to 4 people in the crofting township of Balivanich. The Cottage was originally built in 1880 and great care has been taken to maintain its original features such as an exposed stone wall, re-claimed flooring and exposed rafters. It is however sympathetically furnished with everything required for your stay. Its location in the centre of Benbecula allows easy access to beaches, lochs, walks and local facilities including a 9 hole golf course. It is also an ideal central base for exploring the surrounding islands of North Uist, Berneray, South Uist and Eriskay which also offer an abundance of local history and bird life including the illusive corncrake and many other species of birds such as golden eagles, sea eagles and hen harriers. <strong>Living Area</strong> The open plan living space is larger than most thatched cottages and is comfortably furnished to a high standard. It offers a solid fuel stove, Sky TV (plus), Broadband internet connection and an Xbox games console with a selection of games. <strong>Kitchen Area</strong> Adjoining the living room the kitchen is fitted with a fan assisted oven and hob, washer/dryer, microwave oven as well as all the necessary crockery and utensils required. A drop-leaf table allows increased floor space when not in use. Also provided are: Iron and board, clothes airer, vacuum cleaner etc <strong>Bedroom</strong> The bedroom is tastefully decorated and is fitted with traditional pine furniture including a double bed, bedside tables and a tall boy wardrobe. <strong>Attic</strong> There is further sleeping accommodation for 2 people in the attic which is accessed by a ladder <strong>Bathroom</strong> The bathroom has been traditionally decorated and comprises of a white bathroom suite and electric shower. <strong>Heating</strong> Heating and hot water are operated by an electric boiler system which provides constant hot water in the kitchen and bathroom. <strong>Smoking</strong> Non smoking is preferred; however a cleaning charge will be applied if guests wish to do so. <strong>Pets</strong> Pets are welcome although a cleaning charge will also be applied. Dog owners please note; The cottage is situated on a working croft which houses livestock and poultry. Please supervise dogs suitably.
Taigh Neill		 Located in the township of Askernish. No. 5 is a traditional two storey croft house, it is adjacent to the old Tom Morris golf course which has been recently restored; and is a 5 minute walk to the beach. The house has been upgraded over several years and can comfortably sleep up to 8 persons. The accommodation comprises of four bedrooms: one double room downstairs and on the first floor there are a twin room, one single room, and a double room. The lounge has a TV with free-sat, DVD and VHS player. The kitchen is fully equipped with all modern appliances, including fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine etc. There is a comprehensive range of utensils provided. There is also a small separate dining room adjacent. The family bathroom on the ground floor has a bath, as well as a separate electric shower. House trained pets are welcome. For would be golfers there is a small set of golf clubs provided. Diving cylinders can be recharged on request. Guided tours of the island can be organised, available by arrangement. Pull out bed provided A wood burning stove Electrical storage heating Child friendly - cot and high chair provided Linen and towels supplied Electricity included
5 Askernish		 Harbour Cottage (Sleeps 4) Situated by the ferry terminal in the Village of Lochboisdale First Floor 1 Double Room, 1 Twin Room 1 Bathroom all towels & Bed Linen included Ground Floor Cosy Lounge with Log Burning effect stove, Satellite TV & DVD player, Modern Stylish Dining Room, Fully equipped Kitchen with Washing Machine, Microwave, Cooker, Crockery etc.
Harbour Cottage
Bank House (Sleeps 8) This house sits on an elevated site looking down on the bay of Lochboisdale. The house retains its grandeur style with its high ceilings and curved stairway. First Floor 2 twin rooms with en suite shower, I double room, 1 twin room, 1 bathroom Ground floor Large light lounge overlooking the bay, dining room, Kitchen with Cooker, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Crockery etc. Utility Room with Washing Machine.
Bankhouse		 Large house on working croft at southern end of Benbecula. Easy access to swimming pool and leisure facilities. Good base for touring and birdwatching. All rooms en-suite.
Hestimul		 The house contains four bedrooms - two king-size double bedrooms fully en-suite, a twin bedroom and a bunk bedroom sharing a third bathroom, a large open-plan living, cooking and dining area leading to a conservatory facing South-West onto the Atlantic. One of the Double Bedrooms This new bungalow sits at the edge of a secluded, sandy and protected beach at Claddach Kirkibost, on the island of North Uist. The house has been constructed and fitted to the highest standards – less than 3% of Self-Catering properties examined by the Scottish Tourist Board qualify for the top 5 Star grade of “Exceptional”. Accommodation consists of 4 bedrooms (2 king-size master bedrooms each with en-suite shower, toilet and WHB + 1 twin bedroom fitted with adult single beds + 1 bedroom containing adult-sized bunk beds sharing bath, shower, toilet, WHB & bidet), large open-plan living room incorporating fully-fitted electric kitchen (hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and integrated washer/tumble dryer) and breakfast bar, and a conservatory for relaxing with coffee and after-dinner drinks. A deep-freeze is located in the side-porch. Parking is available. Satellite TV, DVD, CD & VCR are installed. The property is equipped with full oil-fired central heating throughout, underfloor tile heating in en-suite areas + a coal/wood/peat open fire in the open-plan living area. There is ramped access for a wheelchair. A cot & highchair are available. Tigh-na-Mara sleeps 8 adults in comfort and is ideal for a relaxed two-family Hebridean holiday. It is equipped with four mountain bikes, four fishing rods, two sets of golf clubs, table tennis and a selection of indoor board games. The area is ideal for bird-watching (RSPB reserve), angling, watersports and hill-walking with a nine-hole golf course located 8 miles away.
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