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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Isle of Lewis, Scotland
  • Place, St Columba’s Church
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lews Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Callanish Stone Circle
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Stornoway (SYY)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage

This traditional crofters cottage is ideally located in the crofting village of Laxay, Lacasaigh in Gaelic. Only eleven miles from Stornoway, Isle of Lewis and thirty minutes to Tarbert, Isle of Harris.

Meadowcroft Cottage offers outstanding views across to the Harris Hills and makes an ideal base to leisurely explore the Hebridean Islands.

Originally built in 1880 this charming cottage has been extended over the years. It has now been completely renovated to a very high standard and offers visitors a very comfortable Hebridean holiday home with all modern conveniences.

Outside is an enclosed patio area, a sun trap, where you can enjoy outdoor dining.

The way of life as you would expect of a crofting village is relaxed, quiet, Hebridean style. Yet if it’s adventure you are looking for there is something for everyone. For a more sedate holiday set your own pace and see what’s on offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ES00635F
Property # 8727656
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

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 attractions include The Good Food Boutique and An Lanntair. The Harris Tweed Company Grosebay and Harris Outdoor Adventure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Isle of Lewis, Scotland

What's nearby

  • St Columba’s Church - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Hebridean Way End Point - 22 min drive - 21.1 km
  • The Good Food Boutique - 23 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Lews Castle - 23 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Callanish Stone Circle - 30 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Stornoway (SYY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crust - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ravenspoint - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kinloch Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Requisitos - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lewis Bakehouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Crofters Meadowcroft Cottage located?

Situated in Isle of Lewis, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Hebridean Way End Point, Raon Golf Golf Course and Western Isles Hospital. The Good Food Boutique and Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent in every way.

Helen has done a marvelous job of remodeling a nice country Croft house, and converting it to a modern, well-equipped, and comfortable guest accommodation. This is a rare find. The house has absolutely everything needed for an enjoyable and carefree stay, and it’s perfectly situated for exploring Lewis and Harris. Helen is the ideal hostess, and she definitely has her holiday rental property in top form.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury on Lewis

For my daughter and I, this house was the height of luxury. We each had our own bedroom, allowing some alone time. We each had our own couch in the living room to crash on after a busy day exploring the island. The kitchen was stocked with every possible cooking tool. The croft was centrally located to head out in all directions for sightseeing. I highly recommend Meadowcroft for families, friends or couples.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meadowcroft Cottage, Lacasaigh

Host, Helen, met us at the cottage in Lacasaigh. Perfect location., and very peaceful after busy days touring the islands. Would recommend to friends considering visiting the Outer Hebrides.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding in Every Respect

We have stayed in a number of VRBO listed properties all over the world and we both agree this was the best overall. It is a great combination of being very attractive, but also extremely comfortable. The furnishings and design were well planned so that everything functioned well. We expecially appreciated the availability of the operation manuals for alll the appliances so that we could make good use of them - the lack of these has made it difficult in other rental accommodations. Helen was a wonderful host who provided us with a through introduction to the property, but also was available for any inquiries we had during our stay. We are home now, but are still reflecting on how much we enjoyed our stay! Thank you so much, Helen!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helen is a wonderful host

Helen is a wonderful host who delivers a very personal touch. Unfortunately myself and my husband could not go on our trip but my parents went instead. Communication with Helen was great and was lovely to speak to Helen on the phone. My parents had a wonderful trip, the cottage was spotless and beautiful. I shall be booking to stay with Helen again in the future. And my parents would not hesitate to return to the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We were met by the owner Helen on arrival. A most charming lady. She gave us a guided tour of the accommodation and left us many complimentary items which were lovely. The accommodation really was 5 Star and had everything we needed for our stay. I would recommend this accommodation to anyone and can guarantee they will have a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hebridean tour

We stayed for 4 nights as part of our tour of the Hebrides. Such a well appointed house, immaculately clean. Plenty of space for a family of four. The bed was enormous and so comfortable. Excellent location for exploring all the sights of the island. Easy to find and not too far from the shops in Stornoway. The welcome basket was a really nice touch. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and modern.

Helen’s property was stunning. Extremely clean, lots of space, showers were great, beds very comfortable and a good range of kitchen utensils. The property is situated in a great part of Lewis which enables visitors to easily travel around Lewis and Harris.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerstin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Bra läge för dagsutflykter med bil

Läget för boendet är perfekt om man har egen och vill utforska Harris & Lewis. Värdinnan tipsade oss om en fantastik restaurang: Uig Sands Restaunt!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hospitality and ModCons

We were pampered by our hostess. She helped us with maps for hiking. She packed a hamper of the best local foods. And a TV to watch the FIFA World Cup. We stayed 5 nights and wished we could stay longer. Everything was clean and modern.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly delightful stay in Lewis!

Meadowcroft was the perfect home away from home, and our base to explore Lewis and Harris. Thanks to its location, it was easy to reach all the key sightings the isles have to offer within an hour. The house is exquisitely furnished and very well equipped. The standards and qualities Helen chose for the property are superb, and satisfied our tastes and needs. Whether you're looking for a retreat where you'll be comfortable spending the bulk of your vacation inside, or a base for your exploration of Lewis and Harris, Meadowcroft is an excellent choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Beautifully refurbished traditional cottage

Meadowcroft Cottage has been refurbished by the Mackenzies to an exceptional standard. It has been thoughtfully equipped and is cosy, comfortable and beautiful. We had taken our own maps, but the maps of the area provided in the house by our host were much more detailed and came in very handy for our exploration of Lewis and Harris. The information leaflets were likewise extremely useful. We also liked the additional touch of providing a basket of locally produced foods. Helen Mackenzie is a gracious, friendly and helpful host, it was a pleasure to meet her. The house and our host deserve 6 stars! Lacasaigh was an excellent location for us - not far from Stornoway and central for our drives to the mountains, beaches, archeological sites and eagle country. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

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Hosted by Helen

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