Otter Bunkhouse

About

The Bunkhouse is ideally situated, directly on the shores of West Loch Roag, in the village of Carishader.  Ideal for families, or groups of friends.  It provides a comfortable and cosy retreat for walkers, cyclists, surfers, kayakers, and anyone wishing to explore the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Isle of Lewis.   

As well as two resident otters, who can be spotted directly from the bunkhouse, there is an abundance of wildlife to be seen on West Loch Roag, including seals, gannets, red throated divers, terns, golden eagles, sea eagles, and the occasional dolphin.

Otter Bunkhouse offers a cosy hideaway with modern facilities. There is one bedroom with 8 beds, a shower room with toilet, as well as a separate toilet room, and a lounge area with kichenette facilities.  The beds have comfortable mattresses, and are in a bunkbed layout, each with an individual light and three point plug.

There is an outside decking area, with stunning views over West Loch Roag.  There is also private, direct access to West Loch Roag for kayakers, as well as a drying shed for kayaks, bikes, surfboards, et cetera.

Otter Bunkhouse prices

Otter Bunkhouse comfortably sleeps up to eight people, sharing one bedroom with bunkbeds, ideal for families or groups of friends.  The price is £220 per night (£140 per night November to February).  Minimum two night booking.

Bedding is included in the price, and towels can be provided on request. Ample car parking space is available on site.

To make a booking, or if you have any questions, please visit our website www.otterbunkhouse.com  or email otterbunkhouse@gmail.com, or telephone 07300926566.

LOCAL ACTIVITIES:

Uig is an excellent area for hiking, cycling, fishing, surfing, and climbing. The local area also boasts many beautiful beaches, including those of Valtos Peninsula, Uig bay, Mangersta and Mealista.  Water sports such as surfing and kite surfing are available nearby for those looking for adventure.

We also have four sit-on top kayaks for hire, two doubles and two singles.  Prices are £20 per person per day.  We provide buoyancy aids and paddles, but not wetsuits.  Please advise when booking if you would like to reserve kayaks during your stay.

The famous Lewis Chessmen, 12th century Viking chess pieces, were found at nearby Ardroil Beach. And the Callanish Stones are within a 20 minute drive of the bunkhouse.

Uig is an area of unspoiled, natural beauty.  The local area is a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, surfers, and nature and wildlife enthusiasts.  As well as the abundant nature to be found, the bunkhouse is in a perfect position for stargazing, and winter storm watching.  You may even be lucky enough to witness the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis, otherwise known as the Northern Lights.

WILDLIFE:

The clear blue Atlantic waters provide a great feeding ground for marine mammals: otters, seals - both grey and common - various dolphins, porpoise, minke whales, killer whales, pilot whales, basking sharks and even the elusive sunfish. Amongst the local bird life there are sea eagles, golden eagles, gannets, fulmars, terns, divers, guillemots, razorbills, shearwaters and eider duck.   

Wildlife trips and also trips to outlying islands, as well as St Kilda and the Flannans can be discovered on various boat trips from various providers from nearby Miavag pier.