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Taigh Gorm

Baleshare near Balivanich, The Outer Hebrides - North & South Uist (Ref. 1110802)

Customer rating

4.9★

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UK Lodge Breaks rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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24 Customer Review(s)

  • Helen-mairi

    “Such a lovely cottage in a very peaceful part of The Uists.”

    It was ideally based for us to explore the islands from Berneray down to Eriskay. The cottage had everything we needed for the week, it was really comfortable & spacious with a lovely outdoor space. After a days exploring it was lovely to return to the cottage, relax & take in the views.

    It was ideally based for us to explore the islands from Berneray down to Eriskay. The cottage had everything we needed for the week, it was really comfortable & spacious with a lovely outdoor space. After a days exploring it was lovely to return to the cottage, relax & take in the views.

    - Helen-mairi, July 2025
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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin bedroom
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC
  • Open-plan living area with kitchen/diner and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Oil-fired central heating and solar panels with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, hairdryer
  • 2 x 43-inch smart TV, WiFi, Bose sound system, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove include in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed gravel garden with decking area and outside tap
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 8.6 miles, pub 6.5 miles
  • Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot
  • Note: Please bear in mind that this property is located on an isle and therefore only accessible by plane or ferry

The property

Taigh Gorm is a stunning Hebridean cottage recently completed by The Wee House Company.

It was designed to reflect its environment both internally and externally and was a winner at the 2020 Build It Awards.

With extensive views across the machair to the hills and mountains of North Uist and only a 15 minute walk to a sandy beach, Taigh Gorm is ideal for those wanting to steep themselves in true Hebridean charm from a luxurious cottage. Ornithologists, archaeologists and botanists will revel in the wealth of interesting sites to see and for those who just want to relax and absorb the peace and quiet of the Hebrides, Taigh Gorm will not disappoint. Internally there has been a very careful attention to detail with high end furnishings and finishes.

Two shower rooms for the bedrooms also adds to the comfort and luxury of what is set to become a popular holiday cottage. North Uist has one of the Hebrides most beautiful beaches at Clachan Sands which is a short drive from Baleshare.

We highly recommend you visit this astonishingly white shell beach, which contrasts with the vivid turquoise sea. There are flights from Glasgow to Benbecula from where you can car hire or you can sail from Uig, Skye to Lochmaddy and the cottage is approximately 20 minute drive.

EPC Rating: Band C

EPC Rating: Band C

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: ES-00458-F

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

Balivanich

Lochmaddy 11.4 miles; Baleshire 12.5 miles; Skye 68.9 miles.

Balivanich is a coastal town situated in Benbacula and is the largest and closest town to the Isle of North Uist, Scotland. Situated between Baleshire and Griminish, this coastal town offers a wealth of attractions and amenities such as Benbacula airport within 0.4 miles, as well as Lochmaddy (18.7 miles) and Berneray (27.4 miles) ferry terminal if you wish to explore the neighboring islands or the mainland of Scotland, for example the famous sandy beaches of Reef and Uig bay at the Isle of Lewis. Local attractions include the Shield of the One Knight, an abundance of local wildlife including nesting ringed plovers, oyster catchers, otters and white tailed eagles. There is also many local walks and hikes, mountain bike trails and sandy beaches to explore. When in need of refreshment head over to the local bars and restaurants including the steppingstone restaurant or restock your essentials at MacLennan’s supermarket. Just outside of the town is North Ford Causeway crossing to the Isle of North Uist where you will find the coastal villages of Baleshire, Baile Lochdrach and Loch Euphoirt.

Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot. Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.