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Brae Lea Guest House

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal

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Basic Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Basic Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Located near Beinn Ruigh Choinnich, Brae Lea Guest House offers individually cooked breakfasts, a library of books, an outdoor terrace for relaxation, in-room WiFi, and free self parking for hassle-free arrivals.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

South Uist is home to Brae Lea Guest House. Hallan Roundhouses and Our Lady of the Isles are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal and Askernish Golf Club. Beinn Ruigh Choinnich and Kildonan Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Lasgair, Lochboisdale, South Uist, Scotland, HS8 5TW

What's nearby

  • Lochboisdale Gateway Garden - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Askernish Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Loch na h-Àirigh Duibhe - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Eriskay Beach - 27 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

  • Castlebay (BRR-Barra) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lochboisdale Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kilbride Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Scandanavian Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Polochar Breakfast - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Skydancer Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Brae Lea Guest House

Bed & breakfast near Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal
Located close to Beinn Ruigh Choinnich, Brae Lea Guest House provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Brae Lea Guest House include comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Electrical adapters/chargers and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Brae Lea South Uist
Brae Lea Guest House South Uist
Brae Lea Guest House Bed & breakfast
Brae Lea Guest House Bed & breakfast South Uist

Frequently asked questions

Is Brae Lea Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Brae Lea Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Brae Lea Guest House?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Brae Lea Guest House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Brae Lea Guest House located?

Situated in South Uist, this bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Beinn Ruigh Choinnich. Hallan Roundhouses and Askernish Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Brae Lea Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice accommodation, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to catch the morning ferry. The welcome and prior communication set the scene. Rupert is a wonderful host. Ate at AM Politician on his recommendation and it was great. When our ferry was cancelled night before he gave advice that worked well for getting another ferry off the island next morning even though all was booked up for two days. Comfy beds. Good en suite and very clean. Stay with Rupert for a friendly and caring host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and informative host. Recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The host was most helpful and very hospitable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay with warm welcome by friendly helpful host and very tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Song

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean, short walk to the harbour, staff there is very nice and breakfast is very good. Definitely enjoyed a lot staying there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Travelling for work, felt at home.

Outstanding place run by a really great guy, really attentive, informative, friendly and welcoming. Stunning views! Felt like a home from home, would definitely stay with Rupert again and highly recommend this wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay lovely accommodation host Rupert was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rupert was an incredible host and made sure that everything was just right. I would absolutely stay here again on my next visit to the Isle of Harris!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Everything I would hope for, including a good choice at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning setting .....15 min walk across wee causeway from ferry and open through the winter!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcoming home. Easy to walk into Portree. Fantastic views from dining room and bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant welcome. Rupert (Host and owner) friendly and informative. Couldn’t have been bettet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This B&B is set in a beautiful location. The house was clean, attractive and comfortable. Rupert is an excellent host, knowledgeable about the islands (has a pamphlet prepared which we found invaluable) is great to chat with and is a good cook! We would have no hesitation in returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot begin to describe what a wonderful experience I had while staying here. Rupert is the ultimate host. Witty, funny, and full of knowledge not only about Uist but also the rest of the Outer Hebrides and surrounding areas. He sends you an email long before your travel date detailing what to expect along with dining recommendations. Upon arrival you find his humorous and fact filled travel guide waiting for you in your room. We had a couple of discussions on what to see and where according to my schedule along with Rupert providing pictures he had taken to show me what to look for. On top of all this, you start your day with his freshly prepared breakfast (eggs and local smoked salmon-you bet!). The accommodations are clean, welcoming and full of local art and supplies. You cannot go wrong staying here. A true gem!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars Otto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a perfect place to stay but would like to have a small TV in the room. Also in the guest room there was no TV.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars Otto

Her fikk man mye for pengene! Sentralt beliggende. Veldig koselig rom og rommet ble stelt hver morgen med oppredd seng og nye håndklær. Utmerket frokost.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B&B with delicious, homemade breakfast. Rupert is an excellent host. We really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Für eine Nacht auf South Uist gebucht. Die Unterkunft ist wenige Minuten vom Fähranleger in Lochboisdale entfernt und ist ein toller Ausgangspunkt für Entdeckungstouren auf den äußeren Hebriden. Die Zimmer sind sauber und gut ausgestattet. Ein Charger für Elektroautos ist vor dem Haus vorhanden. Kein TV im Zimmer und das ist manchmal auch gut so! Rupert ist ein top Host. Englischer Humor vom Feinsten und er denkt an alles. Sein selbst verfasstes Guidebook für North und South Uist ist erstklassig und liefert Tipps für tolle Ausflugsziele. Das Frühstück mit hochwertigen Zutaten wird auf Bestellung frisch zubereitet. Klare Empfehlung!

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