Luxury self-catering accommodation on Luskentyre Beach
Tropical sands and turquoise sea backed by moss green hills peppered with purple heather and boulders so large they'd fit perfectly in the hands of giants; it's no wonder Hebridean Luskentyre has been named one of the best beaches in the UK
If there was ever a place to pause from the responsibilities of everyday life, this is it. So far from bustling streets that one needs to travel by plane, boat and automobile for several hours to get back to one, Luskentyre Beach is Scotland's ultimate retreat into nature. Dip into the cool waters with giddy screams, float by kayak to discover hidden caves or simply watch the waters merge from cornflower to charcoal as the clouds above rumble with the Outer Hebrides' often temperamental weather.
Beyond the beach, moody mountains punctuate the sky, historic dwellings tempt exploration and the island's distillery promises the very finest of local tipples. Hikers really are spoilt for choice here with miles upon miles of coast path to trundle on the island's peripheries, while inland it's all big summits and bigger views. Fresh seafood is the crème de la crème of cuisine on this Western Isle; source some scallops straight from the boat, light up the barbecue and settle down for an evening on the sand.
Solas
Luskentyre Beach, The Isle of Harris, Scotland, UK
Settled above the paradisiacal shores of Luskentyre Beach on the Isle of Harris, Solas is a modern self-catering home seemingly perched on the edge of the world.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £3,450 per week
Pets: One medium well-behaved dog will be considered on prior request
Features: Wood-fired hot tub, spa area with sauna, shower and yoga deck
