Taigh Ailean

Taigh Ailean is a restored traditional thatched blackhouse at Lamaraig, Rushgarry, on the east side of Berneray. It sits on the shoreline within a cluster of thatched cottages in one of the few conservation areas in the Hebrides, a few minutes' walk from the East Beach (Traigh Lar) and about half an hour on foot from the West Beach.

The cottage is open-plan, with one bedroom with a king-size bed and additional single and double sofa beds in the main room. It has underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove with wood or peat supplied, a bath with overhead electric shower, a small kitchen with electric oven and four-ring hob, microwave and fridge freezer, a washing machine and tumble dryer, and high-speed internet.

It is family-owned and run, and bookings are made through the owners' website.