Eriskay
Èirisgeigh
Small, hilly, and at the south end of the chain. The Barra ferry, Prince's Beach, and the Politician inn — a short causeway from South Uist.
Eriskay accommodation is scarce and small-scale — a few self-catering houses and no big hotels. Book early. You stay here for the beach, the Politician, the Barra ferry and the feeling of being at the end of the road.
- Getting here
- CalMac from Barra (Ardmhor) to Eriskay. The causeway north puts you on South Uist in minutes; Lochboisdale is about 20 minutes by car. Ferry timetables →
- Townships
- Am Baile (the village), the harbour, and houses scattered above the west beach.
Beaches & walks
Published places on Eriskay.
Eriskay accommodation
4 places to stay
Conan Mara
A contemporary cottage on Eriskay with traditional looks, offering space for families and friends with pets welcome.
Conan-Mara Holiday Cottage
Escape to Conan-Mara Holiday Cottage on Eriskay, where a warm and welcoming haven awaits amidst the island's rugged beauty and stunning white sand beaches, offering a peaceful retreat with a garden, free parking, and stunning views of the Atlantic coast.
Oir na Mara
Wake up to breathtaking Eriskay views at Oir na Mara, a warm and welcoming family-run B&B on the stunning Uist island, offering 3 en-suite rooms to call home.
An Taigh Mor
Experience the tranquility of Eriskay at An Taigh Mor, a remote B&B offering ocean views, full Scottish breakfasts, and a warm welcome on Scotland's picturesque Uist islands.
Eriskay property
0 listings from local agents
Nothing for sale or to let on Eriskay right now. See all Uist property
On Eriskay
8 businesses in the directory
Am Politician
Am Politician on Eriskay.
Bùth Erisgaidh
Bùth Erisgaidh on Eriskay.
Comann Eachdraidh Eirisgeidh
Comann Eachdraidh Eirisgeidh on Eriskay.
Eriskay Community Hall
Eriskay Community Hall on Eriskay.
Eriskay Football Club
Eriskay Football Club on Eriskay.
Eriskay Pony Society
Eriskay Pony Society on Eriskay.
Eriskay — common questions
Can I stay on Eriskay without a car? ▾
Possible but limiting. The Barra ferry foot-passenger option works, and the inn and beach are walkable from the village, but shops and most South Uist accommodation need a lift or a bus that may not match your times.
What if there is no Eriskay accommodation left? ▾
Stay on South Uist — Kilphedar, Polochar and Lochboisdale are the closest — and drive over the causeway for the day. That is how most visitors do Eriskay.
Do I need a car for Uist accommodation? ▾
A car makes the islands far easier. Buses run, but they are infrequent. Many self-catering cottages and B&Bs are off the main spine road. If you fly into Benbecula, hire a car at the airport or arrange a pickup with your host.
Does Eriskay property come up often? ▾
No. Watch this page and the local agents. When a house does appear it tends to move on local knowledge as much as on portals.