Borve Lodge Estate

Borve Lodge Estate - Dog Friendly Cottage in Isle of Harris, Western Isles

In one of Europe’s last great wildernesses, guests at Borve Lodge Estate can take in Scotland’s most spectacular shoreline in all its natural splendour. There are miles of crystal clear ocean, a plethora of animals, fishing spots, and hiking trails on Harris. You may even take a trip to Taransay, a beautiful island owned by Borve Lodge Estate.

Our award-winning self catering properties combine the raw natural beauty of the Isle of Harris with unique modern elegance.

This is the ideal location for a romantic and sumptuous holiday, with views of Taransay, hills in the north of the island, and an archipelago of islands in the Sound of Harris. Take in the breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Atlantic Ocean slamming upon some of the region’s numerous gorgeous beaches such as Luskentyre, Seilebost, and Horgabost.

Laxdale Cottage
Laxdale Cottage is a remote fishing bothy, sitting about one mile from the main road in a grove of woodland on a hillside.

It is a truly isolated location, and was built in the 1900s with fishing in mind: it is only 50m from Laxdale Loch, the leading salmon fishery on the Estate. This is a productive fishery, and salmon and sea trout enter Laxdale to spawn in the up-stream gravel, after passing through the coastal Fincastle Loch and seapool.

Because of its isolated location, Laxdale Cottage is not just for fishermen, and is popular with those who appreciate a truly remote and calm location.

Inside, the Cottage is well-equipped and has been maintained in a classic simple style, with wood panelled walls adding to the cosy ambience. On the ground floor there is a bathroom and separate toilet and a main bedroom with a superking bed. (The bedroom can be converted to a twin room if required and should be requested when making a booking).

As our most remote location, Laxdale Cottage does not currently benefit from broadband/wifi.  Most mobile networks can be received.

Laxdale Cottage is available from March to November for weekly bookings, with arrivals on a Friday for a minimum of 7 nights.

Laxdale Cottage  Occupancy 2  STL Licence No ES00052F  EPC rating G