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This is a cosy modern 2 bedroom property that sleeps 2. It has a well equipped kitchen. It has a lovely shower room. We provide wifi, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble drier. There is private parking. The garden is ideal to sit and listen to the Corncrake. Boisdale machair is about 15 minutes walk and Askernish golf club is about 15 minutes drive away. It is in a beautiful and peaceful location.
House Rules
Pets not allowedNot suitable for kidsNo smoking
Bedrooms
2 Fulls1 Crib
Bathrooms
1 Shower
Meet the host
MORAG W
Hosting since August 2013
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â I operate self check. I am always available via phone or email to assist with any problems.
Access to cottage
We operate self check so the keys will be in key box on the wall next to front door. The code is 4950. Access is after 2pm on your arrival date. This can be earlier if we do not having guests departing. I can arrange with you in advance if required.
Departing the cottage
Please lock the door and leave keys keybox.Please vacate by 1030am.
Wifi
Username and password can be found on laminated document in the kitchen window.
Family House is a lovely cottage, clean comfortable and well equipped. There was plenty of space for the two of us. The wifi was a bit flaky at peak times, but hey, we were in the wilds of South Uist! Waking up to the crack of the corncrake on the machair was very special, and then seeing the seals in Loch Eyenort. A lovely week with happy memories.
Visited May 2022
Written May 7, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind review.
Written May 14, 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Daydream742831
3 contributions
There’s a corn craik somewhere?
All good as it was for previous two visits. Only problem this time was very poor signal for O2 mobile.
Visited July 2021
Written July 12, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Always nice to hear guests want to return to us!
Written July 23, 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Daydream742831
3 contributions
Visit No3 already being planned.
Our second visit to this homely cottage. Weather not as good as 2018, but we did hear the corncrake this year.
Visited July 2019
Written July 18, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
999chez
Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom3 contributions
Mr
Excellent very warm and friendly cottage very well stocked. Could do with a mirror downstairs otherwise home from home
Visited July 2019
Written July 1, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
xyz
2 contributions
Beautifully maintained property which suited our needs perfectly
Delightful but small house which is very well equipped and ideal for two singles possibly two couples. The bedrooms are small with a double bed in each but who wants to spend their holiday in bed? Living accommodation is spacious with all mod cons and the kitchen / diner is big. Fabulous location. Large well stocked supermarket only 5 minutes drive away. There is a local bus service that passes the front door. This house was perfect for our needs.
Visited May 2019
Written June 27, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Thank you for your lovely review. We would love to welcome you back any time.
Written June 29, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
margueritelaura
Northampton, United Kingdom29 contributions
Just fabulous!
Staying at Family House was sheer joy;very comfortable,and so well placed for those who love wildlife and nature.I was overwhelmed by the different birds i was able to spot from the garden,and the local beach is just stunning!I can't wait to go back!
Visited June 2019
Written June 24, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back!
Written July 7, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hugh O
Glasgow, United Kingdom2 contributions
satisfied customer
I couldnt have been more pleased by the cottage we stayed in Kilpheder,South Uist.It had everything required in a holiday let and more.The beds were comfortable and out of the window we saw a buzzard,owl and deer.It was an ideal location for our fishing and golf trip and visiting family.From the evening we arrived until we left the Corncrake was outside,but i still havent seen it.I would definitely return to The Family Home
Visited June 2019
Written June 19, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Thank you for your lovely review. We would love to welcome you back.
Written June 19, 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Daydream742831
3 contributions
Spotlessly Clean
Perfect size for two friends. Bedrooms are a bit small, a small chair to drape clothes over would have been welcome.
Visited June 2018
Written July 9, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Thank for your review and your feedback.
Written August 9, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Margaret J
Brussels, Belgium4 contributions
Perfect Island Cottage
Beautiful, clean and fresh island cottage with sheep for neighbours. Absolutely recommend it and only wish we could've stayed longer to appreciate all the natural beauty of South Uist.
Visited June 2018
Written June 27, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Thank you for your kind review. Let’s hope you can stay longer next time & thank you for the goodies you left behind.
Written July 1, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gordon S
1 contribution
Lovely cottage in walking distance from the beach
Lovely cottage in walking distance from the beach. Everything that we needed for a comfortable stay was provided and there was an off-road car parking space (use of a car is recommended). The Coop at Daliburgh was fine for our fresh food supplies. We used the cottage as a base for exploring and did some trout fishing in South Uist - permits from Stòras Uibhist in Daliburgh. The cottage was ideal for the two of us and we had a nice relaxing holiday. We often heard the calls of the corncrake in the field across the road from the cottage, but we never did see it.
Visited May 2018
Written June 3, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
BoardingPass489851
Gordon, thank you for your kind review. We hope you visit again.
Written June 5, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Coming from North Uist/Benbecula
When you come off ferry follow signs to Lochboisdale. At Borrodale hotel in Daliburgh, take the 2nd exit B888.. You will pass the Coop on your left, continue on and you will pass Daliburgh school and a Chip shop/petrol station. Continue to the 2nd cross road 'Boisdale' and turn right and then right again at the post box. Family house is the 2nd house on the right. It has a 337 sign on the outside.
Activities nearby
Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 2 PM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available if you cancel thereafter
*Booking fee is excluded from refund amount
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