Seaside Cottage

18/01/2023

Good news, bookings open from 20th January - it will be busy so please be patient with the Calmac staff

⚠CALMAC ANNOUNCE THE PUBLICATION OF SUMMER FERRY TIMETABLES ON 19 JAN⚠

Bookings will then open in a phased approach from Friday 20 January. Phase 1 will cover all routes up to 15 October except for those services to and from Mallaig, which will open by 31 January.

Online bookings will open at 7am on Friday 20 January, with telephone reservations available from 9am. A queueing system will be in operation on the website to manage the quality of your experience.

The final week of the summer timetable, 16-22 October inclusive, will be released at a later date.

More information is available here 👇

https://www.calmac.co.uk/customer-updates/summer-timetable-2023-publication-and-bookings

15/07/2020

Really helpful information regarding what will be open when you arrive. Lots of restaurants, shops & facilities slowly starting to open their doors and we can't wait to get back to all our old haunts.

Welcome back!

There are a few changes you need to be aware of when you travel through the islands. Please read and plan your trip carefully - what you might be relying on to be open might not be open this year e.g. not all toilet and shower facilities will be open.

BUSINESSES OPEN 2020: https://www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk/visitor-info/what-is-open-in-2020

GUIDE TO A GREAT STAY:https://www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk/dbimgs/COVID%20-%20What%20to%20expect.pdf

Image: Rachel Keenan

15/07/2020

Following on from the announcement by the Scottish Government allowing self-catering establishments to re-open, and with Calmac ferries now increasing the capacity on board their vessels, the islands are starting to slowly welcome back visitors.
We’ve spent the last few weeks readying the cottage, ensuring that it will be a safe environment for guests and staff, and we are pleased to announce that we will be opening our doors from the 15th August. Restaurants and shops throughout the island are gearing up to welcome people back and we believe that by this date, Harris will be ready.
Due to our location we have been fortunate in having very few cases reported. Those who have experienced our wild open spaces can appreciate how relatively easy it is to abide by social distancing. For those who want to ‘get away from it all’, Harris has always been the perfect destination. We really want our visitors to return and we look forward to welcoming you back, but we want to be open about potential issues that you should be aware of before booking.
Firstly, for those travelling by ferry in the next few months, they are going to be busy so please check the Calmac website before booking.
Secondly, in the very unlikely event that you should develop symptoms whilst staying on island, you will be unable to use the ferry or plane to return home. We will, of course, ensure that you can remain in our cottage, and we’ll be happy to provide advice and help with the delivery of provisions and medicines but our normal tariffs will apply.
Please feel free to contact us if you require any further information prior to booking.

14/02/2020

This is one of our favourite videos. Not only funny but educational...don't let go of your car doors when it's windy, you could easily end up in the Land of Oz.

Trying to close the van's door on a windy day! You have 5 free mins? Share them with us - http://theboredadmin.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebore...

17/01/2020

Planning your holiday? Want to manage your carbon footprint? For all those Brits out there, check out what's on your own doorstep - you may just surprise yourself.

The best of Harris by drone and go pro. enjoy.

21/12/2019

Can't wait until next year to see Harris again? I'm not a fan of Call the Midwife but I might just be watching this. Keep an eye out for Rodel, the Peat Road, Scalpay Lighthouse and the ubiquitous sheep (not the easiest of jobs for the crofter to make sure they all behaved).

Merry Christmas to all and best wishes for the New Year, from all at Seaside Cottage, Ardhasaig.

The Nonnatus House team head to the Outer Hebrides in response to a nursing shortage.

17/12/2019

A fascinating account of a Golden Eagle chick's early days in North Harris. Chances are you'll be sitting in the kitchen watching him when you book your next stay at Seaside Cottage.

Follow the story of the Gleann Miabhaig Golden Eagle Chick!
https://www.north-harris.org/?page_id=8338

26/11/2019

Harris is more than just beaches. The North Harris estate encompasses a large area of unspoilt wilderness and if you want to be shown the best places to see out of the way landscapes, secluded beaches and hidden flora and fauna, then joining the Ranger on the Trust's Guided walks can be a great introduction to the island of Harris. Their programme for 2020 is out now.

Our 2020 Guided Walks Programme has now been confirmed and can be viewed in full on our websitehttps://www.north-harris.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Walks-Programme-2020.pdf

11/11/2019

It's that time of year again when Calmac opens bookings for the forthcoming summer season. It's important to know that if you want to travel on a Saturday, these are the first slots that get booked up. Details of the summer timetable can be found at

CalMac Ferries summer timetables & fare prices for the Harris route covering Uig to Tarbert, Outer Hebrides. CalMac sail to 28 destinations across the West Coast.

28/02/2019

Excellent news for those travelling from 'way down south'

Loganair is launching Stornoway’s first ever direct air route to London following a milestone agreement - a major expansion into England’s capital city by the airline.