Vacation rentals with lake access in Isle of Lewis

We had a wonderful stay at Tern House - spacious, bright, clean and calming. We were a large group, travelling from all corners of the UK, and subsequently had 5 vehicles. We were contacted about this as the host saw us on the ring doorbell, stating their concern that the outside of the house looked like a car park. One of our guests brought two well behaved collies who didn’t step foot inside the property though this was also viewed on the camera and brought to our attention that the host was utilising their ability to observe our presence at the property. I do understand the need to ensure rules are followed, but we did feel a little monitored after being both called and emailed about the matter. Nevertheless we had a wonderful stay at Tern House. It was clean, bright, spacious and a beautiful spot to host a gathering of friends. It would be the hope that paying nearly £2k for an AirBnb would come with a level of trust that guests follow house rules, however.

We had a wonderful stay! The house has everything you and is vey clean. The views are beautiful. We enjoyed watching the sheep go by in their daily trek For the days you just want to relax there is an extensive library with something for everyone. We highly recommend!

Clean, spacious, warm and quiet home on a quiet residential road. The property overlooks a loch joining the sea and is great for calm and quiet. Mac was very responsive and we had no problems. We loved the space and it was a well equipped kitchen which is not always a given. WiFi was great if you need it and the heating etc was all straightforward and effective. Lovely having two bathrooms too. Near various historic sites. And also pretty beaches (20-30 mins drive), and a lovely play park if you have kids near Eoropie Beach.

This is the BEST Airbnb we’ve ever stayed in – we mean it! It wasn’t just a lodge, it was a full-on experience. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with so many thoughtful touches – a lovely handwritten card, fresh flowers, a tray of fruits, and a fridge that was actually stocked (a rare Airbnb gem!). The owner is an absolute sweetheart – super responsive, friendly, and clearly puts her heart into making guests feel at home. She even included a luxurious-feeling body lotion – a little detail that made a big impression (and one we’ve never seen at other Airbnbs). My family really, really loved our time here. In fact, we ended up cutting short our day 2 itinerary just so we could soak up every last second at the lodge. That’s how much we didn’t want to leave. It’s cozy, beautiful, and filled with love – truly one of a kind. We left with full hearts and unforgettable memories. If you’re lucky enough to book a stay here, trust us – you’re in for a treat. Thank you Elaine 💕?

We had a wonderful stay at Sarah’s place in Skye. We felt very at home and would never get bored of that view. My favourite spot was the extension with views over the bay, the perfect spot for a sunrise/sunset meditation. Skye is beautiful. We had a truly wonderful week. Thank you Sarah for being a great host. Highly recommended.

Ideal for us attending a wedding in Carloway Free Church and reception in Breasclete Community Centre. House was spotless and well equipped. Very generous welcome basket which included a wee gift for baby in our party so thank you for your thoughtfulness and a lovely stay.

An amazing place in such a beautiful location. Everything in our stay was perfect from start to finish and anything we needed from Fiona was provided straight away. Highly recommend this place and would love to return again.

We felt completely as ease in the property, it is so comfortable and in a beautiful calming location. The property has everything you could possibly need for a week of relaxation. Douglas was welcoming and responsive and gave us some tips for places to visit etc. We would highly recommend the property and Douglas as a host

We had a fab time here and in the Island. The weather wasn't great but the cottage was so comfortable and in such a lovely spot that it meant our week was fabtastic. We would love to return.

The place was perfect - quiet, well located to explore the best of the island, easy to find, very well equipped. Little touches made us feel welcome and made us feel at home. We then stayed on the Isle of Lewis in what was a higher spec property but it did not have those little touches that made us feel at home. Karen was very helpful and went out of her way to help. We would recommend her place to anyone.

What a gem. Our stay at 48 Ballalan was everything we hoped it would be - peaceful, relaxing, with beautiful views, and a very cosy atmosphere. The house has real character with the art, furniture, and furnishings all telling a thoughtful story. All too often an AirBnB lacks a decent selection of Karl Ove Knausgaard or Cy Twomby exhibition books, but not this time! Thank you Calum for a perfect stay - from the beach walks to the distillery visit we wouldn’t change a thing. Would love to come back again! Callum, Sofia and Aria

No 3 is a magic location with spectacular views, that change with the tide. The foot bridge below the house means easy access to the sandy bay; coming back at full tide was a fun challenge.

Probably the best place I can recall staying at in recent years, stunningly good both in terms of the place and the cottage itself. Just brilliant, did I mention the window? You could sit there and watch the world go by over the Loch and never need to do anything else!. The cottage itself is lovely, well laid out and comfortable with a good kitchen including decent pots/pans and kitchen tools. Duncan is a great host and genuinely nice guy who is interested in his guest but in no way intrusive. Can't recommend it enough.

Great little cottage in a beautiful location, Fiona was super helpful with everything I asked her. The cottage was just perfect for what I needed for the week, perfect place to switch off from the world and be able to fully enjoy the peace and quiet. Loved my week off and will definitely look to book here again if I come back to Lewis for a visit.

We had a fantastic week at Rod and Katrin's old croft. We felt at home right away, everything was there that you could possibly need, it's the perfect base for a week of exploring. We cooked every evening and sat out on the cliff nook with the amazing view. Kitchen fully equipped which made it really easy. Nice clean bedding and towels, lots of space, and cosy evenings reading by the fire. Thank you both - we want to come back next year with more of our family. Very best