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    Ben Scrien Cottage

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    3 bedrooms
    2 bathrooms
    6 guests
    3 nights minimum
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    Enjoy some time out at this relaxing holiday cottage in the beautiful island of Eriskay - sleeping 6 -7, it's set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. For the ideal island getaway Ben Scrien Cottage is a recently restored traditional croft house, comfortably furnished and fitted with everything you need for the perfect Hebridean Holiday. We keep our Eriskay Ponies close to the cottage throughout the summer while the rest of the herd are up in the hill 'Ben Scrien' until October. The private garden offers lovely views of the island. White sandy beaches, the local shop Co Chomunn Eirisgeidh and Am Politician Bar & Restaurant are within walking distance. A short drive over the causeway takes you into South Uist or if you fancy travelling on to Barra the ferry terminal is within close ...Enjoy some time out at this relaxing holiday cottage in the beautiful island of Eriskay - sleeping 6 -7, it's set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. For the ideal island getaway Ben Scrien Cottage is a recently restored traditional croft house, comfortably furnished and fitted with everything you need for the perfect Hebridean Holiday. We keep our Eriskay Ponies close to the cottage throughout the summer while the rest of the herd are up in the hill 'Ben Scrien' until October. The private garden offers lovely views of the island. White sandy beaches, the local shop Co Chomunn Eirisgeidh and Am Politician Bar & Restaurant are within walking distance. A short drive over the causeway takes you into South Uist or if you fancy travelling on to Barra the ferry terminal is within close proximity. Living room with french doors opening out on garden. Fully fitted kitchen also with french doors opening out on garden. Double bedroom with en suite facilities downstairs Twin room upstairs Double bedroom upstairs Bathroom with walk in shower Digital/Freeview TV/DVD Dishwasher Washing machine Fridge Freezer Docking station for ipod Travel cot and high chair are available on request Bed linen and towels are provided. Garden Furniture Private driveway Garden front of cottage and established and enclosed garden to the rear Electricity and Oil heating throughout (at no additional cost) Pets welcome (please enquire) For the comfort of all guests the cottage is no smoking. Board games, DVDs and books are available. Wifi available- charges applyMore
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    House Rules
    Pets Allowed: Yes
    Smoking Allowed: No
    Kid Friendly: Yes
    Bathrooms
    1 Attached (ensuite), 1 Full bath
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    About the Owner
    Sandra M
    Languages spoken:English
    Response Rate:100%
    Response Time:Within a few hours
    Listed Since:May 2013
    Interaction with guests: 
    As I live on the island, I will be available if you have any queries and will meet you to let you know where I live etc incase you need any information. Please feel free to call at my house if needed.
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    Reviewed 13 January 2019
    Mr

    Fantastic week, fantastic location. A real get away from it break with all the comforts of home. Warm cottage with every amenity and a free delivery of freshly cooked crab claws and Easter Eggs halfway through the week. Owners couldn’t be more friendly or helpful....More

    Date of stay: January 2019
    Thank TheMitchP
    Reviewed 11 August 2018
    Peaceful, beautiful, inviting, clean, excellent location

    Lovely private cottage, with private gardens, all amenities available, well equipped and clean, throughout. Short walking distance to local co-op and the fantastic politician bar. Comfortable, warm and peaceful cottage, highly recommended. Geoff

    Date of stay: July 2018
    Thank 933geoff2016
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    Reviewed 13 July 2018
    Perfect week

    Firstly Eriskay is beautiful. Tiny and perfectly formed. It has a pub (great pub) and a shop. The beaches are lovely. The cottage is very comfortable, warm, very well equipped, very clean and tidy, everything works well. Super fast broadband. We had a wonderful week....More

    Date of stay: June 2018
    Thank ajsouter
    Reviewed 1 May 2018
    Beautifully kitted out cottage in great location.

    Ben Scrien is a very comfortable, thoughtfully designed and well kitted out cottage in a good setting with a short walk to the fabulous Price Charlies beach on Eriskay. A equally short walk takes you to the well stocked shop and the Am Politition pub...More

    Date of stay: April 2018
    Thank janenute
    Reviewed 8 August 2017
    Fantastic holiday

    My wife and I were fortunate to book this cottage at short notice. The owner Sandra, who lives opposite, very kindly met us late on the Saturday evening after our ferry crossing. The cottage is very well equipped, spotless and comfortable. It is perfectly situated,...More

    Date of stay: July 2017
    Thank Shed2
    Management response:Responded 9 August 2017

    Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was nice to meet you and it's always nice to hear that our guests have enjoyed staying in the cottage and had a great time on Eriskay.

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    Amenities
    Pets Allowed: Yes
    Smoking Allowed: No
    Kid Friendly: Yes
    DVD Player
    Suitable For Children Under 5
    Refrigerator
    Washer
    Highchair
    Safe
    Towels Provided
    Ocean Views
    Private Garden
    There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
    Cycling Trips
    Hairdryer
    TV
    Rural/Countryside Retreats
    Linens Provided
    Secure Parking
    Horse Riding Nearby
    Internet Access
    Toaster
    Telephone
    Cooker
    Short Term Rentals (4 Days Or Fewer)
    Fishing Nearby
    Long Term Rentals (Over 1 Month)
    Central Heating
    Dishwasher
    Freezer
    Iron
    Beach Or Lakeside Relaxation
    Stereo System
    Hiking Trips
    Microwave
    Wi-Fi
    Kettle
    House Swap
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    How to get there
    By Ferry: 1. Mallaig to Lochboisdale 2. Uig to Lochmaddy 3. Leverburgh (Harris) to Berneray or Barra to Eriskay. 4. Oban to Barra with overnight stay in Barra. Travel to Eriskay the following day. By aeroplane: 1. Glasgow to Benbecula and 2. Glasgow to Barra (landing on the beach)
    Activities nearby
    Fishing Nearby, There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive, Horse Riding Nearby, Nearest Beach: 0.2 km
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