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Smiddy Cottage

Property class: 3.5

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A sandy beach with clear water, a large rock in the foreground, and a few buildings in the distance.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden chair, a dresser, and a chandelier.
A stone house with a thatched roof, a wooden wheel, and a stone chimney.
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, red armchairs, and a dining table with chairs. A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stove is visible in the background.
A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, red patterned sofa, and a television.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,201
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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Smiddy Cottage 410 Smerclate, South Uist, Scotland, HS8 5TU
  • Place, Loch Briste
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch na Bàgh
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Smeircleit
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Benbecula (BEB)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

South Uist

At this cottage you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Loch Briste and Loch Smeircleit. .Accommodation is individually decorated and features a washing machine, free WiFi and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. A soaking bath and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. Housekeeping is not available.

What's nearby

  • Loch Briste - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Loch na Bàgh - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Loch Smeircleit - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Loch nan Capull - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Askernish Golf Club - 17 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Castlebay (BRR-Barra) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Polochar Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Polochar Breakfast - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Am Politician - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kildonan Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lochboisdale cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Smiddy Cottage

Smiddy Cottage offers its guests a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3.5-star South Uist cottage is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

Bathrooms include a shower with a deep soaking bath. This South Uist cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Smiddy Cottage Cottage
Smiddy Cottage South Uist
Smiddy Cottage Cottage South Uist

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Smiddy Cottage?

The closest beach to Smiddy Cottage is Eriskay Beach (5.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Smiddy Cottage?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smiddy Cottage on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Smiddy Cottage have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Smiddy Cottage?

No, but there is a deep soaking tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Smiddy Cottage?

No, Smiddy Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Smiddy Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Smiddy Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property had everything necessary for a relaxing break. Little extras from the owner were a great touch. The gated garden was perfect for our dog to enjoy the garden.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026