Your Guide to Self-Catering Barra Accommodation in 2024

Self-catering accommodation is an excellent choice for those visiting the Isle of Barra, blending the convenience of home with the excitement of discovering (or re-discovering) somewhere new and special.

In this article we will provide a locally authored guide to self-catering Barra accommodation in 2024, enabling you to focus more on your holiday.

The Benefits of Self-Catering on Barra

Choosing a self-catering property on Barra means you have the freedom to plan your days to your schedule, not the set catering times of hotels of B&Bs.

Self-catering accommodation puts you in control of your schedule, in a cosy environment that offers all the comfort and convenience of a home from home - leaving you more time to explore or just rest and relax.

Selecting Your Ideal Barra Self-Catering Property

As a popular island for visitors the Isle of Barra has a variety of self-catering accommodation available for travellers. These range from small wooden huts or bothies through to full family homes. However, the number of authentic Hebridean croft houses available is relatively rare with most accommodation tending to be more modern builds.

According to VisitOuterHebrides, the majority of visitors to the islands are independent, tend to be couples and stay for six days. This means that demand is highest for smaller homes, either one or two-bedroom, and these tend to get booked well in advance.

There are a variety of websites where you can see available accommodation. These include Barra Accommodation and AirBnB.

When should I book my Barra accommodation?

Good Barra accommodation tends to book up quickly and often a year in advance, especially around the busy high season, which normally lasts between April and October.

There is also normally a flurry of bookings at the start of the year as people turn to planning their summer breaks.

The best approach is to identify your preferred property and then contact the owners directly, preferably as far in advance as possible.

You will then normally be asked to pay a deposit to secure the property with the balance paid closer to your arrival date.

Booking directly also tends to be the most cost effective way as sites like AirBnB tend to add on substantial ‘middle-man’ fees.

If you are looking for that authentic Hebridean experience please consider No 1 Ardveenish. You can find details of availability and rates below: