Accommodation
Close to the ground you'll fish, stalk or shoot
Lochmaddy Hotel
Owned by the Estate and leased to hoteliers John and Lorna Docherty, the Lochmaddy Hotel runs the daily fishing roster and gives its residents priority access and discounted rates on Estate beats.
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Langass Lodge
A converted shooting lodge overlooking Loch Langass, close to the Barpa Langass chambered cairn. Residents receive priority booking and discounted rates on Estate fishing.
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The Lochmaddy Hotel is owned by North Uist Estate and leased to hoteliers John and Lorna Docherty, who run the hotel and the daily roster for the Estate’s fishing beats; residents there, and at Langass Lodge, receive priority booking and discounted fishing rates. Most shooting parties stay at one of the two: both have drying rooms and gun storage, and guns are kept in the hotel gun cabinet overnight.
FAQs
Staying near North Uist Estate: FAQs
Straight answers to what visitors ask us most. Open any question for the detail.
All questions about the EstateWhere should I stay for a sporting trip to North Uist?
Most guests stay at one of the Estate's two partner houses: the Estate-owned Lochmaddy Hotel, which runs the daily fishing roster, or Langass Lodge, a converted shooting lodge overlooking Loch Langass. Both suit fishing, stalking and wildfowling parties.
Does staying at a partner house get me priority fishing?
Yes. Residents of Lochmaddy Hotel and Langass Lodge get priority booking and discounted rates on the Estate's fishing beats.
Is Lochmaddy Hotel owned by the Estate?
Yes. Lochmaddy Hotel is owned by North Uist Estate and leased to hoteliers John and Lorna Docherty, who run the hotel and the daily roster for the Estate's fishing.
How do I get to North Uist?
By Caledonian MacBrayne ferry from Uig on Skye to Lochmaddy, by ferry from Leverburgh on Harris to Berneray (joined to North Uist by causeway), or by Loganair flight into Benbecula. Every route, with links to book, is on our travel page.
Still have a question?
The Estate Office replies within one working day. Call, or email info@northuistestate.co.uk.
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