Guests say
Dunard Villa in Stornoway receives high praise for its welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, thoughtful touches like a welcome pack, and the property's convenient location. The cosy and homely environment makes it an ideal stay for both work and leisure travellers.
Reviewers consistently mention the cleanliness of the property, highlighting comfortable, clean rooms and well-maintained facilities.
The property's location is praised for being quiet, within easy walking distance of local amenities and the town centre, offering added pleasure through nearby Lews Castle grounds.
Guests find the property cosy and homely, with special mentions of comfortable beds and a warm welcome, contributing to an overall pleasurable stay.
The property is well-equipped according to guests, with a fully loaded kitchen and useful amenities like a dryer. However, a mention of non-locking garage doors suggests a slight concern for those requiring secure parking.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident through welcome packs and attentive hospitality. While gifts are warmly received, guests should note these are gracious extras and may vary.
About this property
Dunard Villa is a detached property settled into the town of Stornoway, with ample amenities and sleeping for five guests, it is a perfect base for a family or group of friends looking to explore the Isle of Lewis. Enter this property to discover a well-fitted kitchen/diner, ideal for cooking up a storm, and guests can enjoy a heart-warming meal in the kitchen, or for a more formal arrangement, in the dining room. With tartan décor and a selection of homely furniture, recline in the sitting room beside the electric fire to enjoy a warm beverage as you reflect on the days adventures, or alternatively, catch up on a good book in the first-floor snug, which is also a great spot for children to play. When sleep calls, freshen up in either a bathroom or one of two shower rooms, before settling into one of the three delightful bedrooms, each with storage for all your belongings. Choose between a double, a twin and a single room, each with artwork adorning the walls. To the front of the property there is a raised patio area with views over the town and trees beyond, a fabulous spot for dining alfresco on the picnic bench. Stornoway is the largest town on the Isle of Lewis and Harris, home to a selection of tasty eateries and pubs, with options including Bridge Centre Café, Artizan and The Blue Lobster. The town also has a selection of convenience stores for all your holiday essentials, as well as local independent stores to browse at your leisure. The property itself is located beside the woodland known as the "Castle Grounds" where guests can actually find a castle, a lovely spot for a walk. The town also has a local golf course where you can try out a game or two, bike hire for those looking to discover more of the island via mountain biking and walks through Gallows Hills. There are many fascinating sites to visit throughout the island, including Callanish 4, Callanish Stone Circle II, and The Blackhouse, Arnol. Lewis and Harris sport many beautiful beaches and coastal walks, as well as an abundance of wildlife. Indulge in a tranquil escape to the Isle of Lewis with a stay at the homely Dunard Villa.
Stornoway is the only town in the Outer Hebrides and is a bustling and growing area with a busy working harbour, a great selection of shops selling local gifts including Harris Tweed, leisure facilities and wonderful award-winning restaurants selling locally sourced food of the highest quality. Lewis is a place where the lilting Gaelic language is spoken everywhere! Visitors to the town will find plenty to keep them occupied, the magnificent Lews Castle Grounds and the iconic Lews Castle, many good museums and art galleries and also a smart golf course and clubhouse. The large, quiet sandy beaches are close by and provide visitors with wonderful views and the town itself forms a great base for a holiday exploring the unique islands that form the Outer Hebrides. On the north west side of Lewis you can visit the village of Arnol with its Blackhouse Museum, an unmissable visit for anyone wanting to understand the way of life that was once widespread in Lewis. Carloway Broch is nearby and is another fascinating landmark and incredibly well preserved. The Callanish Stones from the Neolithic are also well worth visiting. The whalebone arch and numerous Iron Age dwellings on stunning Bosta beach make for great days out. The friendliness of the local people will astound visitors to the islands and you cannot fail to be impressed with the genteel and contented pace of life you will encounter here.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room with electric fire.
First-floor snug with TV
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi, children’s toys and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Drive and roadside parking as well as a double garage.
Front non-enclosed patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking and no pets.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.9 miles
Reviews (6)
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Claire
The property is very comfortable and spacious, everything spotlessly clean. We appreciated the ownerâs understanding when a family circumstance meant we were unsure when we could travel, he was flexible in allowing us as much time as needed to let him know about our travel plans. Thank you!
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Helen
The beds were extremely comfortable. The drier proved very useful. The proprietor was extremely welcoming and helpful.
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Norman
Prior to our arrival beds had been made, towels were available in kitchen and bathrooms and there was a "welcome pack" of basic food including bread, butter, jam, home-made marmalade, eggs and bacon in the kitchen. The property had good central heating and excellent hot water. The kitchen was very well equipped. During our stay there was no equipment or facilities which we missed or believed would have been necessary. The property is within easy walking distance of a large Co-operative supermarket and, indeed, the whole of Stornoway town centre. Shortcuts through the Lews Castle grounds give the walks added pleasure. People with limited mobility might note that there are a number of external steps leading from the pavement to the front door.