Ravenstar is situated on our 4½ acre croft in the township of Vatisker just 7 miles north of Stornoway on the East coast of the Isle of Lewis. Overlooking The Minch, with views to the Sutherland hills in the distance, the central heating and double glazing throughout the house ensure a cosy stay even when the weather is inclement.

We have two guest rooms, one double and one twin, with comfortable beds and en-suite shower rooms. Tea & coffee making facilities are available in each room and guests are welcome to use the Lounge with it’s open fireplace.

Our generous breakfast menu boasts many items of local produce with sausages and dry cured bacon supplied by local butchers, eggs from our own hens and home prepared cereals. Hearty vegetarian breakfasts are also available on request.

A home cooked evening meal is available if required and specific dietary needs can be catered for. We aim to use produce from our own croft where possible with other ingredients being sourced locally, freshly caught fish is often on the menu. We can also offer packed lunches on request.

Activities.

Within a short distance from the house you can be walking on quiet sandy beaches or watching a variety of birdlife. Commonly seen birds here include Ravens, Buzzards, Lapwings, Curlews and a range of shoreline birds. In the summer months you may be lucky enough to hear or even see Corncrakes which nest locally.

A few minutes walk from the house is Brevig Pier where local boats still set off to fish for lobster, crab and prawns.

The island offers many opportunities for walking among dramatic scenery and there are an amazing variety of landscapes, ranging from the rolling moorlands of north Lewis, through the appropriately named Lochs area and the striking hills of North Harris to the almost lunar landscape of South Harris.

There are many historical sites on the Island, with the most famous being the stone circle at Callanish, but a glance at a map of Lewis and Harris will reveal a vast number of other sites, some popular and some almost hidden by time.

There are many crafts represented on the islands with potters, woodworkers and artists in many media including our own Ravenstar Forge which produces hand wrought ironwork in traditional and modern designs.

Bookings.

If you wish to book a break at Ravenstar Bed & Breakfast then please phone or e-mail us, to check availability, using the details on our “contact” page. Provisional bookings can be made by phone or e-mail but we would appreciate a deposit of £15 per person to confirm your reservation.

* Please note that we are able to accept all credit or debit cards with the exception of American Express. *

        The Bran Room.  Our double guest room named after a celtic god.

The Brighid Room. Our twin room named after a celtic goddess.