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CEANN AN LOCH COTTAGE, pet friendly, with a garden in Balallan
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5130 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Balallan, Highlands and Islands
- Place, Lews Castle28 min drive
- Place, Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal28 min drive
- Place, Callanish Stone Circle34 min drive
- Airport, Stornoway (SYY)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Garden
Dining area
About this property
CEANN AN LOCH COTTAGE, pet friendly, with a garden in Balallan
Ceann an Loch Cottage, S Lochs, Isle of Lewis, sleeps five guests in three bedrooms. Please note that we only accept dogs at the property- no other pets allowed. Please note the charging of electric vehicles - including cars, scooters and bikes - is not a
Ceann an Loch Cottage consists of three bedrooms, including two super king-size rooms with en-suite wet rooms and a single, along with a family bathroom featuring an oval bath and TV. The open-plan living space provides a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburning stove, while a utility room offers added convenience. Outside, you’ll find enclosed wrap-around gardens with decking, furniture and a barbecue. Please note that we only accept dogs at the property- no other pets allowed. This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of 250 GBP sterling. Pet-friendly and well-equipped, enjoy a stay at Ceann an Loch Cottage.
Amenities: Underfloor heating throughout and woodburning stove. Range electric oven and grill with gas hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, coffee machine, hairdryers, hair straighteners. Smart TV with DVD, Sky, Sonos sound system, Bose docking station. Starlink WiFi available from 20 Dec 2025. Fuel, power and 1 bag of logs for woodburning stove inc. in rent; more available to purchase locally. Please note the charging of electric vehicles - including cars, scooters and bikes - is not allowed at Ceann An Loch, the nearest charge point is at the Balallan Bistro a mile away. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot. Ample off-road parking. Enclosed wrap-around gardens with gravelled area, gardens, and decking area with barbecue and furniture. Pet-friendly. Sorry, this is a non-smoking property. Shop 5.7 miles, village hub/cafe 1.4 miles.r travel. Please note that we only accept dogs at the property- no other pets allowed.
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: Balallan meaning Allan's Town, is a crofting township on Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Balallan is within the parish of Lochs. The township is the longest village, being four miles in Lewis, and also in northern Scotland. Straggled along the head of a long sea loch between Arivruach and Laxay, it formed due to a mixture of crofting along the loch shore and fishing. It sits at the head of Loch Erisort. Whether you are visiting the island to see the varied wildlife, the numerous historic sites, or just to get away from it all, you will never be far from scenic surroundings. Beautiful, remote and peaceful, the views are right on your doorstep. Also known as the Outer Hebrides, the Western Isles form a 130 miles arc running from north to south off the north-western coast of Scotland. Taken from north to south they include Lewis, North and South Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist and Barra.
Ceann an Loch Cottage consists of three bedrooms, including two super king-size rooms with en-suite wet rooms and a single, along with a family bathroom featuring an oval bath and TV. The open-plan living space provides a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburning stove, while a utility room offers added convenience. Outside, you’ll find enclosed wrap-around gardens with decking, furniture and a barbecue. Please note that we only accept dogs at the property- no other pets allowed. This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of 250 GBP sterling. Pet-friendly and well-equipped, enjoy a stay at Ceann an Loch Cottage.
Amenities: Underfloor heating throughout and woodburning stove. Range electric oven and grill with gas hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, coffee machine, hairdryers, hair straighteners. Smart TV with DVD, Sky, Sonos sound system, Bose docking station. Starlink WiFi available from 20 Dec 2025. Fuel, power and 1 bag of logs for woodburning stove inc. in rent; more available to purchase locally. Please note the charging of electric vehicles - including cars, scooters and bikes - is not allowed at Ceann An Loch, the nearest charge point is at the Balallan Bistro a mile away. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot. Ample off-road parking. Enclosed wrap-around gardens with gravelled area, gardens, and decking area with barbecue and furniture. Pet-friendly. Sorry, this is a non-smoking property. Shop 5.7 miles, village hub/cafe 1.4 miles.r travel. Please note that we only accept dogs at the property- no other pets allowed.
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: Balallan meaning Allan's Town, is a crofting township on Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Balallan is within the parish of Lochs. The township is the longest village, being four miles in Lewis, and also in northern Scotland. Straggled along the head of a long sea loch between Arivruach and Laxay, it formed due to a mixture of crofting along the loch shore and fishing. It sits at the head of Loch Erisort. Whether you are visiting the island to see the varied wildlife, the numerous historic sites, or just to get away from it all, you will never be far from scenic surroundings. Beautiful, remote and peaceful, the views are right on your doorstep. Also known as the Outer Hebrides, the Western Isles form a 130 miles arc running from north to south off the north-western coast of Scotland. Taken from north to south they include Lewis, North and South Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, South Uist and Barra.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Isle of Lewis
Isle of Lewis is home to this cottage. Museum Nan Eilean and Blue Pig Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Raon Golf Golf Course and Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal. The Harris Tweed Company Grosebay and The Good Food Boutique are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Balallan, Highlands and Islands
What's nearby
- Hebridean Way End Point - 27 min drive - 29.7 km
- Museum Nan Eilean - 27 min drive - 31.3 km
- Lews Castle - 28 min drive - 30.0 km
- Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal - 28 min drive - 31.6 km
- Callanish Stone Circle - 34 min drive - 35.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Requisitos - 4 min drive
- Ravenspoint - 9 min drive
- Lewis Bakehouse - 8 min drive
- Kinloch Cafe - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
sarah S.
2 September 2023
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sarah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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Jessica G.
14 September 2025
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Jessica G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
Single-storey. Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x single. Bathroom with oval bath, basin, wall-mounted TV, heated towel rail and WC. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Utility
What makes this property unique
Underfloor heating throughout and woodburning stove. Range electric oven and grill with gas hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, coffee machine, hairdryers, hair straighteners. Smart TV with DVD, Sky, Sonos sound system, Bose docking station, WiFi. Fuel, power and 1 bag of logs for woodburning stove inc. in rent; more available to purchase locally. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot. Ample off-road parking. Enclosed wrap-around gardens with gravelled area, gardens, and decking area with barbecue and furniture. Pet-friendly. Sorry, this is a non-smoking property. Shop 5.7 miles, village hub/cafe 1.4 miles. Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.There are two charging points at Balallan Bistro for this if required Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot
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