Corncrake Cottage, Leverburgh

Isle of Harris. Sleeps up to 6

Leverburgh 5.4 miles. Enjoying a superb setting close to the beach on the Isle of Harris, is this stunning holiday cottage, Corncrake Cottage. The perfect destination for families or friends travelling together, the cottage is literally just metres from Scarista beach and overlooks picturesque Harris Golf Course which makes its location second-to-none. Inside, the accommodation is light, spacious and airy with a superb open-plan living space offering the ideal opportunity for socialising, entertaining and just generally chilling and getting into the holiday vibe. An extensive sitting area is positioned around a feature electric stove fire and a TV, helping to create a relaxing ambience where guests can enjoy spending time together. The stylish kitchen is well equipped and has everything you need to prepare hearty meals using some of the fresh, local produce available right on the doorstep. Step into the elegant dining area which comfortably seats six and where you can imagine sampling some delicious food and enjoying spending time with family and friends. A great feature of the property is the upstairs mezzanine level which offers an alternative space for sitting and chilling and has feature windows showcasing the views over the coast and beyond. As the day draws to a close and bedtime calls, make your way to one of three sumptuously appointed bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities and relax in a hot bath or jump in a refreshing shower before sinking into a welcoming bed and dreaming of another day of Hebridean delights. Waking up at Corncrake Cottage is a pleasure with sunlight streaming through the feature windows and the French doors inviting you outside. Why not step into the gardens and recharge your batteries by chilling out on the decking area or relaxing in the stunning glass pod? Fire up the barbecue and really get into the holiday spirit while taking in those gorgeous beach views. What’s not to love? Exploring from the cottage couldn’t be easier with a whole host of fabulous beaches right on the doorstep including Horgabost, Seilebost, Luskentyre and Scarista, the names giving a hint of the region’s Norse history. Why not take a boat to St Kilda from the nearby port of Leverburgh which is worth a visit in its own right? Or take the opportunity to discover the neighbouring islands of North Uist, South Uist and Barra. The islands are accessible by plane or ferry and fights are operated by Flybe and Eastern Airways from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Aberdeen, Benbecula and Barra.Ferry routes from Ullapool, Leverburgh and Uig to Harris and Lewis are run by Caledonian MacBrayne. Visit www.calmac.co.uk. For a truly authentic experience of the Outer Hebrides, a visit to Corncrake Cottage is a must.

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