Lochboisdale is a small village, located on the Island of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. It is best known as the terminus of the ferry to Castlebay on Barra and to Oban, and a result is the main gateway to South Uist. Lapped by the clear waters

of the sea and surrounded by small rocky hills, it has slowly carved out a special niche for itself as a perfect holiday resort. Due to the growing influx of tourists, a fair number of Lochboisdale Scotland vacation rentals have sprung up in the area, which offer a complete homely stay at affordable prices.

Lochboisdale has very few historic attractions, which include the small church, which is renowned for its impressive architecture. Overlooking the harbor, it was built in 1905 and has recently undergone major refurbishment. Just a short distance away from Lochboisdale accommodations are several pristine beaches where you can enjoy all kinds of water sports ranging from skiing, surfing and kayaking to snorkeling, sailing, and canoeing. Rent a chair and umbrella from any of the shacks lined along the shore and enjoy basking in the sun while relishing your favorite drink. There are few very good golf courses near Lochboisdale where you can play your favorite shot in your leisure time. Besides, you can also enjoy hiking, trekking and birdwatching in the lush greenery surroundings of the village. From Lochboisdale you can take some thrilling day trips to Eriskay, Oban, Stornoway Castlebay, Mallaig and Lochmandy.

There are a couple of restaurants in Lochboisdale where you can easily find what you crave for, from local Scottish delicacies to some finest French, Italian, and Spanish fare. A few cafes are also available near Lochboisdale vacation homes which remain the favorite hangout place amongst vacationers as well as locals. Nightlife is rather laidback in the village are there are just two or three pubs where you can drink famous Scottish beer at reasonable prices and listen to some good music. For those who are passionate about shopping, Lochboisdale offers several lively curio shops which sell authentic handicrafts that make perfect gifts for loved ones.