Glamping Holidays in the Hebrides
Looking for a short break on the Isle of Lewis and Harris? Three luxury en-suite Wigwam® Cabins and two Shepherd's Huts, available for nightly holiday lets, are sited in the croft fields next to Mangurstadh Gallery. Mangersta is an ideal village from which to explore the Uig area of the Isle of Lewis. Opportunities for outdoor activities are numerous and close by. If you enjoy hebridean beaches, birds and wildlife, landscape photography, hiking in nature and camp fires under star filled skies you have found the perfect location.
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Mangersta Beach is a 5 min walk from Mangersta Croft Holidays
The Shepherd's Huts look across the croft fields to the North Atlantic Ocean
Stay 4 nights (or more) and SAVE 20% on the total booking price.
Stay 3 nights and SAVE 10% on the total booking price.
Mangersta Beach is a 5 min walk from Mangersta Croft Holidays
The Shepherd's Huts look across the croft fields to the North Atlantic Ocean
GLAMPING SITE FACILITIES
Each Wigwam® Cabin sleeps up to 4 people on one double bed and one double sofa bed.
Each of the Shepherd's Huts sleeps up to 2 people on one double bed.
All five accommodation units are fully self-contained, and equipped with:
Wigwam® Cabin Interior: Sleeps 4
Wigwam® Cabin Interior: Sleeps 4
Each Wigwam® Cabin sleeps up to 4 people on one double bed and one double sofa bed.
Each of the Shepherd's Huts sleeps up to 2 people on one double bed.
All five accommodation units are fully self-contained, and equipped with:
- A private ensuite shower room with toilet and wash hand basin.
- A water heater, a panel heater, insulation and double glazing to keep the Cabins and Shepherd's Huts warm and cosy all year round. Electricity and heating are included in the tariff.
- Comfortable beds. Bedding, linen and towels are included within the room price and occupancy rates - See Current Prices
- A dining area with a table and chairs.
- Mini kitchen including sink, fridge, microwave, 2 ring electric hob, toaster and kettle.
- Cutlery, crockery, pots and pans and basic kitchen utensils for cooking.
- TV/DVD (no network signal - it is only for watching DVDs/ listening to CDs).
- Local information and a selection of DVDs.
- A free parking space for one vehicle next to each of the huts and cabins.
- Outdoor seating.
Wigwam® Cabin Interior: Sleeps 4
Wigwam® Cabin Interior: Sleeps 4
Mangersta Croft Holidays is a small glampsite in Uig, a National Scenic Area on the west coast of Lewis. Four of the cabins and huts are dog friendly and with endless beaches to explore nearby pets will enjoy a holiday here as much as their owners.
We have no facilities for tent camping or hook-ups for motor homes. The nearest campsites with these facilities are at Ardroil, next to Uig Sands beach and at Kneep Grazings adjacent to Reef Beach on the Valtos peninsula.
Pet Friendly Shepherd's Hut, Isle of Lewis
Shepherd's Hut Interior: mini-kitchen & en-suite shower room
Shepherd's Hut with coastal view
Shepherd's Hut Interior: Sleeps 2
We have no facilities for tent camping or hook-ups for motor homes. The nearest campsites with these facilities are at Ardroil, next to Uig Sands beach and at Kneep Grazings adjacent to Reef Beach on the Valtos peninsula.
Pet Friendly Shepherd's Hut, Isle of Lewis
Shepherd's Hut Interior: mini-kitchen & en-suite shower room
Shepherd's Hut with coastal view
Shepherd's Hut Interior: Sleeps 2
Glampsite hosts Derek and Elsie, live in the Croft house at the bottom of the drive and are happy to give advice on things to do and see on the Isles of Lewis and Harris.
Mangurstadh Gallery is located within the Croft house. Here guests can access a WiFi connection for checking emails, weather forecast, ferry times etc.
A washing line is available next to the house, where guests can dry clothing and camping equipment.
Guests enjoying a campfire ceilidh
Mangurstadh Gallery is located within the Croft house. Here guests can access a WiFi connection for checking emails, weather forecast, ferry times etc.
A washing line is available next to the house, where guests can dry clothing and camping equipment.
Guests enjoying a campfire ceilidh
THE FIRE PIT
A highlight for many guests staying at Mangersta Croft Holidays is the shared fire pit within a stunning drystone wall enclosure, with oak bench seating built into the circular walls. The fire pit is a communal space which all guests can use for free. There is a BBQ and BBQ tools to use for outdoor cooking. Charcoal can be purchased from our local Uig Community Shop. There is also the option to cook directly over the fire. Guests are welcome to bring their own logs but we also have firewood available to purchase onsite. This is a great space for BBQS and Camp fires under the darkest skies in the UK. Enjoy a west coast sunset and wait for the stars to come out while chatting around the fire.
The Fire Pit has views across the Mangersta village crofts to the North Atlantic ocean
West coast sunset from the Fire Pit
Camp Fire in the Fire Pit
Aurora above the Fire Pit
at Mangersta Croft Holidays
A highlight for many guests staying at Mangersta Croft Holidays is the shared fire pit within a stunning drystone wall enclosure, with oak bench seating built into the circular walls. The fire pit is a communal space which all guests can use for free. There is a BBQ and BBQ tools to use for outdoor cooking. Charcoal can be purchased from our local Uig Community Shop. There is also the option to cook directly over the fire. Guests are welcome to bring their own logs but we also have firewood available to purchase onsite. This is a great space for BBQS and Camp fires under the darkest skies in the UK. Enjoy a west coast sunset and wait for the stars to come out while chatting around the fire.
The Fire Pit has views across the Mangersta village crofts to the North Atlantic ocean
West coast sunset from the Fire Pit
Camp Fire in the Fire Pit
Aurora above the Fire Pit
at Mangersta Croft Holidays
NEW DEALS FOR 2025!
Stay 4 nights (or more) and SAVE 20% on the total booking price.
Stay 3 nights and SAVE 10% on the total booking price.
Stay 4 nights (or more) and SAVE 20% on the total booking price.
Stay 3 nights and SAVE 10% on the total booking price.
EXPLORE UIG
Uig is undoubtably one of the most beautiful coastal locations in the UK. There are endless beaches to play, swim, surf and kayak, and around the Mangersta area, the sea-cliffs make for spectacular hiking.
A coastal walk south to the
Mangersta Sea Stacks
Sunset from the Mangersta Bothy Cliffs
Handstands on Reef Beach, Uig, Isle of Lewis
Boogie Boarding, Uig, Isle of Lewis
Uig is undoubtably one of the most beautiful coastal locations in the UK. There are endless beaches to play, swim, surf and kayak, and around the Mangersta area, the sea-cliffs make for spectacular hiking.
A coastal walk south to the
Mangersta Sea Stacks
Sunset from the Mangersta Bothy Cliffs
Handstands on Reef Beach, Uig, Isle of Lewis
Boogie Boarding, Uig, Isle of Lewis
The Uig Hills are rocky and provide rugged climbing, rewarded by panoramic views across the ocean to St Kilda and The Flannan Isles. There are several walking routes detailed on Walk Highlands. Boat trips around the off-shore islands in Loch Roag, the sea loch which cuts deeply into the Uig peninsula, are often the highlight of any Hebridean holiday, and provide opportunities to get up close to marine life. Seatrek offer boat trips around the Uig coast for small family groups with advanced booking.
On a boat off Valtos
Uig Bay viewed from the summit of Suainabhal
On a boat off Valtos
Uig Bay viewed from the summit of Suainabhal
CAFES, RESTAURANTS + SHOPS IN UIG
A well-stocked shop, fuel, cash point and launderette facilities are located en route to Mangersta, 5 miles away at Uig Community Shop. Stop here for supplies on your way here. Open Monday - Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Uig Sands Restaurant is a 7 min drive from Mangersta. The licensed restaurant receives rave reviews for the excellent food, wine choice and expansive views across Uig Bay. Local produce with an emphasis on seafood and Uig Lodge Smoked Salmon is their speciality. Remember to leave room for dessert as they are delicious! Best to book a table at Uig Sands well in advance by telephoning 01851 672 334.
Uig Sands Restaurant
A well-stocked shop, fuel, cash point and launderette facilities are located en route to Mangersta, 5 miles away at Uig Community Shop. Stop here for supplies on your way here. Open Monday - Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Uig Sands Restaurant is a 7 min drive from Mangersta. The licensed restaurant receives rave reviews for the excellent food, wine choice and expansive views across Uig Bay. Local produce with an emphasis on seafood and Uig Lodge Smoked Salmon is their speciality. Remember to leave room for dessert as they are delicious! Best to book a table at Uig Sands well in advance by telephoning 01851 672 334.
Uig Sands Restaurant
Uig Community Tearoom is a 12 min drive from Mangersta. The cafe serves lunches, snacks, tea, coffee and great cakes. It is located next to Uig Museum where visitors can explore the history, archaeology and genealogy of the local Uig area.
The Edge Cafe and Gallan Beag Arts and Crafts Shop is a 19 min drive from Mangersta. It has beautiful views out to the North Atlantic Ocean with the Flannan Isles on the horizon. Delicious home cooked meals - soups, salads, pies, quiches and cakes are offered within a relaxed and friendly setting. The Edge Cafe is open Sunday to Thursday from 11am to 5pm. Evening meals are available for a 6.15pm sitting, booking is essential for this small cafe which is in high demand (phone 07977 883215).
Mangurstadh Gallery is onsite where guests are welcome to browse and/or buy original landscape photography, pastels, oil paintings, prints and handmade paper crafts by resident artists (and glampsite hosts) Elsie and Derek.
November Morning Mangersta Beach
Pastel Seascape by Derek Scanlan
The Edge Cafe and Gallan Beag Arts and Crafts Shop is a 19 min drive from Mangersta. It has beautiful views out to the North Atlantic Ocean with the Flannan Isles on the horizon. Delicious home cooked meals - soups, salads, pies, quiches and cakes are offered within a relaxed and friendly setting. The Edge Cafe is open Sunday to Thursday from 11am to 5pm. Evening meals are available for a 6.15pm sitting, booking is essential for this small cafe which is in high demand (phone 07977 883215).
Mangurstadh Gallery is onsite where guests are welcome to browse and/or buy original landscape photography, pastels, oil paintings, prints and handmade paper crafts by resident artists (and glampsite hosts) Elsie and Derek.
November Morning Mangersta Beach
Pastel Seascape by Derek Scanlan
"Best holiday in years. The pods and huts are comfy, warm and incredibly well equipped."
"Our favourite place out of all those we stayed on the Island. Peaceful secluded, & the area is beautiful, just what we wanted. We wandered down to the beach, while the weather was good as advised by our friendly hosts on our arrival & were the only ones on it. Stunning. The Pod was bigger than others we've stayed in. Had everything we needed and was immaculate. Only wished we'd stayed longer."
"Wigwam did the job and location was amazing. Communal bbq on the fire pit a particular highlight (with fantastic fresh mackerel caught the same day by Derek - a brilliant host) and so many stunning beaches right on the door step. Truly unforgettable. We all had a superb time."
"Elsie and Derek are incredibly warm and welcoming.This is truly a magical space to stay.The beach is sandy and private and picture perfect. We will be back as soon as we can."
"We stayed here on our first trip to the Outer Hebrides and what an introduction. Stunning area of Lewis and equally stunning pod and facilities."
“Perfect Lewis holiday.
Stunning location, really close to a beautiful white sand beach. Immaculately maintained accommodation. Super, friendly and helpful hosts. My family had a ball here. We'll definitely return. A total treat to stay in this stunning location."
“We stayed in one of the Shepherd’s Huts here (the red one) and had the most amazing three day stay. The hut was really thoughtfully set up and was very cosy. The most beautiful beach is a five minute walk away – we had it to ourselves and saw sea eagles up on the cliffs. The weather was glorious, the owners of the croft were super-friendly, but not at all intrusive, and have two lovely and well behaved dogs. The area around the croft is full of glorious beaches and wonderful views. Couldn’t fault anything. One of my best holidays ever.”
"Our favourite place out of all those we stayed on the Island. Peaceful secluded, & the area is beautiful, just what we wanted. We wandered down to the beach, while the weather was good as advised by our friendly hosts on our arrival & were the only ones on it. Stunning. The Pod was bigger than others we've stayed in. Had everything we needed and was immaculate. Only wished we'd stayed longer."
"Wigwam did the job and location was amazing. Communal bbq on the fire pit a particular highlight (with fantastic fresh mackerel caught the same day by Derek - a brilliant host) and so many stunning beaches right on the door step. Truly unforgettable. We all had a superb time."
"Elsie and Derek are incredibly warm and welcoming.This is truly a magical space to stay.The beach is sandy and private and picture perfect. We will be back as soon as we can."
"We stayed here on our first trip to the Outer Hebrides and what an introduction. Stunning area of Lewis and equally stunning pod and facilities."
“Perfect Lewis holiday.
Stunning location, really close to a beautiful white sand beach. Immaculately maintained accommodation. Super, friendly and helpful hosts. My family had a ball here. We'll definitely return. A total treat to stay in this stunning location."
“We stayed in one of the Shepherd’s Huts here (the red one) and had the most amazing three day stay. The hut was really thoughtfully set up and was very cosy. The most beautiful beach is a five minute walk away – we had it to ourselves and saw sea eagles up on the cliffs. The weather was glorious, the owners of the croft were super-friendly, but not at all intrusive, and have two lovely and well behaved dogs. The area around the croft is full of glorious beaches and wonderful views. Couldn’t fault anything. One of my best holidays ever.”
BOOK A SELF-CATERING WIGWAM® CABIN OR SHEPHERD'S HUT ONLINE
or contact:
Derek Scanlan and Elsie Mitchell
Mangersta Croft Holidays
Mangurstadh Gallery
5 Mangersta
Uig
Isle of Lewis
Outer Hebrides
Scotland
HS2 9EY
Derek's Mobile: +44 (0)7814 895 796
or
Elsie's Mobile: +44 (0)7949 412 307
Email: derek@derekscanlan.co.uk
or contact:
Derek Scanlan and Elsie Mitchell
Mangersta Croft Holidays
Mangurstadh Gallery
5 Mangersta
Uig
Isle of Lewis
Outer Hebrides
Scotland
HS2 9EY
Derek's Mobile: +44 (0)7814 895 796
or
Elsie's Mobile: +44 (0)7949 412 307
Email: derek@derekscanlan.co.uk