The isle of North Uist is located just off the rugged, beautiful west coast of Scotland. On the map the isle on which the cottage is located is highlighted in red.

If traveling by car then then you can travel via the ferry from Uig on the Isle of Skye, this journey takes about 2 hours coming into Lochmaddy. From there is it a short drive to the cottage, detailed directions will be sent out with your booking confirmation.

Traveling by Sea

Caledonian MacBrayne run a fleet of well-equipped car and passenger ferries to 5 ports in the Western Isles

Lochmaddy is the port in North Uist and this ferry leaves from Uig on the isle of Skye and takes about 2 hours. The route is shown on the map to the left.  (This ferry also serves Tarbert in Harris). The Isle of Skye is linked to the mainland by a road bridge at Kyle of Lochalsh and a ferry at Mallaig (cars in summer only).

There is a ferry link between Uist and Harris (and Lewis), causeway road links between North Uist, Benbecula and South Uist and a ferry link from South Uist to Barra - so the whole group of isles has links throughout, as well as to the mainland.

Mainland ferry terminals to the Western Isles are Ullapool, Oban.

Up to date timetables can be obtained from : Caledonian MacBrayne Ltd, The Ferry Terminal, Gourock, PA19 1QP or telephone +44 (0)8705 650000(reservations) +44 (0)1475-650100 for general enquiries.

It is advisable to book all ferry journeys well in advance for vehicles and to ensure that you arrive at the ferry port before the ferry loading time. Bad weather can delay sailings, so if in doubt check, the Caledonian MacBrayne website.

The map on shows the approximate location of the cottage. Whilst the location is remote, offering, peace traquilty, and slow pace of life rarely expirenced in this day and age. It is still close to all the necessary amenities, allow the vistor to escape into country and experience a landscape second to none. Yet at the same time being able to pop out to a local community centre to check e-mails and a cup of tea. Or enjoy a quiet or lively night out, depending on whats happening and what takes your fancy.