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A self-catering escape in the Western Isles, also known as the Outer Hebrides, offers a truly remote and unspoilt holiday experience. This Scottish island chain, comprising 15 inhabited islands, features pristine white beaches and Caribbean-like waters, making it ideal for a stress-free getaway. Accommodation options include Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, the adjoining Isle of Harris, North Uist, Benbecula, or South Uist. From rural retreats to seaside cottages, discover your perfect holiday home. Visit countrycottagesonline.net to find your ideal Outer Hebridean cottage and enjoy the tranquility of this beautiful region.
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Home to an island chain which includes 15 inhabited islands, the Western Isles are also commonly called the Outer Hebrides and are a truly remote cottage holiday destination. If you are dreaming of a stay somewhere completely unspoilt with pristine white beaches and waters with colours more reminiscent of the Caribbean than Scotland where you can truly get away from the stresses and strains of everyday life then a self-catering break in the Western Isles could be perfect for you.
Choices of places to stay include Stornoway, the central town on the Isle of Lewis, the Isle of Harris which adjoins the Isle of Lewis, North Uist with its wonderful coastline, Benbecula or South Uist.
From rural retreats to seaside holiday cottages there are some truly inspirational places to stay on in the Western Isles of Scotland. The first decision is deciding which island you wish to stay on and then finding a holiday home to suit. Wherever you choose to stay, we hope you find the perfect Outer Hebridean cottage for you on countrycottagesonline.net.
Updated 18 November 2025
