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This is a gem perched on a paradisiacal peninsula - an absolute delight. Waking up the sun rising over Brother's Point made for a set of images we'll not soon forget
The property at 2 south duntulm is just amazing. It is cozy, secluded, has beautiful views of sea and mountains and the team at Islands and Highlands cottages were so helpful in resolving our queries. We enjoyed our stay a lot. Would highly recommend and would definitely like to visit again.
After a very long drive from Edinburgh, we were delighted to open the doors to Solas Alain. It was larger than we imagined and absolutely immaculate. The views took our breath away and changed over the course of the day. The unexpected highlight for me was how close it was to the Quiraing. I got up early two of the three mornings to make my way up before sunrise and found myself the only one there on the second morning, and in the middle of magical wedding dress photo shoots the first. We took a drive out to DUNVEGAN and Neiste Point and then just watched our view from the bench outside on o...more
We had a wonderful stay at Finnan's Byre. It had everything you could possibly need. Comfy bed, great kitchen, warm house, great shower, lovely quiet and peaceful location. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Skye as Edinbane feels very close to all the things on the island. Everything about 30/40 minutes away. (Yes this is close). It also has two great restaurants in the village, we ate at the Edinbane Lodge which was a fabulous experience.
Have you ever regretted not having spent more time in a particular location ? Well, that was our family’s feeling upon leaving leaving Skye and Ruadh. Ruadh is a splendid house. Welcoming, cozy, perfectly appointed. Yet the most impressive part of it are the views. Seat in any of the sofas, any time of day, are you will witness all the beauty of isle of Skye’s scenery.
Me and my family had an absolute amazing time during our stay amd enjoyed every moment in comfortable home away from home in all kind of weather we have experienced in a week (including snow). Location is great for exploring all parts of the island. Customer service has been excellent too. We would love to come back to same place in the future.
For our group of 8, we loved the house, the location, the views. It was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. Our only problem was, with 8 of us, not everyone had hot showers in the morning but we adjusted so it worked out ok. Wish we could have stayed longer to just rest and relax at the house! Next time!
The beautiful cottage is set in a beautiful landscape, off the main road, yet within reach of many sightseeing spots & walks and the local shop is just a few minutes drive away. The kitchen is fully equipped, we used the two en suite bedrooms which were very cosy and absolutely clean. We especially enjoyed the fireplace in the living room and the possibility to sit outside and enjoy the evening sun. The hiking information and maps available was highly appreciated.
The Mill is a beautiful house with lots of character. Absolutely everything we needed was provided and we felt very much at home. The house was warm, It was very clean, there’s lots of space and the showers were great - important after a long day walking! Seamus and Maggie gave us a lovely welcome and were very kind. The location is great. It was lovely to walk down to the shore of the beautiful bay at sunset and look out for the otters and seals. It’s very close to so many beautiful places in Skye including the falls of Rha, the fairy glen, and the Quairang. It made a great base...more
We had such a wonderful week staying at Taigh na Laige. The cottage had everything we needed during our stay and we very much appreciated the little extras including the welcome gift on arrival! The cottage was located well for us to explore all sides of Skye, we particularly enjoyed visiting Loch Coruisk and Raasay and would highly recommend to future guests. Key collection was simple and allowed us good flexibility in arrival and departure time. We would love to come back again in the future and will be recommended the cottage to our friends and family. Thanks for everything, Lynne!
We know this area well and were delighted when the house at 10 Husabost was "refurbished" to provide very well appointed accommodation. We were 5 in total and enjoyed the very generous bedroom, bathroom and living/kitchen space. There was also an excellent utility room with a very handy pulley! The bedrooms are very nicely decorated with - we thought - a New England feel. The bedlinen is good quality - the duvet was in the cover the wrong way though! Not life threatening but annoying!! The bathrooms are exceptionally well done although the controls for the bidet did have us flummoxed...more
An ideal cottage for a couple. The owners are very kind and helpfull. Handy central location on the Isle of Skye. You can walk to the town center and still benefit from a very calm environment.
What a treat to stay in that lovely croft with such a fantastic view in a very quiet surrounding, The very friendly owner dropped by just to ask if we needed anything but we just couldn’t think of nothing or wish for more. The croft is fully equipped with comfy rooms, beds and all three of us had their own bathroom!!! Kitchen is perfect and the living room very cosy not to mention the great winter garden room. Located on the mid west coast we found points of interest in a reachable distance even you need time to drive the spectacular roads. On our way back we went many times to The Old Inn in ...more
Had a lovely 5 days at Taobh na Mara with my 3 kids aged from 6 to teens. The cottage was just as described - even better than the photos. Newly refurbished and perfectly clean. We appreciated the washer and tumble dryer and Nespresso machine. The location is brilliant - not in town but close enough to get supplies easily and reach a lot of the sights within about half an hour - we visited the Fairy Glen, Old Man of Storr, Fairy Pools (a bit further, around 45 mins). The loch views are very peaceful in the morning and evening and it’s wonderfully quiet.
We’ve a very very pleasant stay in Alderburn 1. The location is just marvellous and the house very comfortable: Everything you would need -and more- is there! The heating was pre-programmed and 1 radiator of the master bedroom had a broken thermostatic valve. This caused a high temperature in the room when going to bed. Later this is handled by a plumber: perfect. The communication with both the owner and Islands and Highlands Cottages was always very good and with quick response. A perfect location for a potential future trip to Skye.
If you want peace, you will find it here. MacKinnon is in the remote village of Ord on the much underrated South part of the Island (Sleat). We thought the place was simple but not basic; it was remote but not miles-from-everywhere. The main room overlooks the loch and mountains and the view can replace the TV. The other room are just what you need in terms of comfort and the kitchen is really well appointed. The wood burning stove (in October) is superb (wood provided). We loved it and would recommend.
We stayed for one week with our children and friends with their children. The house was beautiful, with a great view, and great setup for big groups (4 rooms, 5 bathrooms) with a big kitchen (including two dishwashers which were really useful)! The view on the sea was great, as well as the fire place. The jacuzzi was a real plus to relax after a hike. The location was very convenient to explore the isle of Skye. Communication was very friendly, professional and efficient.
Fantastic cottage. We had 6 guys in here for a week doing some mountaineering up on the Cuillin Hills. It is a really nice place, we are repeat customers from the year previous. 1 - The shower is weak, not what you want after a day on the hill. 2 - I would like a number so that I could inform the owners that I was leaving a day early, this would doubtless help them and make me feel happier about leaving the key in the agreed place but hardly secure. That is all I can think to drip about, we will book in next year.
This was our first trip to Skye and although it rained almost continuously, was immensely enjoyable due to the high quality of the cottage and it’s furnishings. There are lots of spectacular walks and viewing points close by, in particular, Duntulm castle and the walk at Rubha Hunish.
We had a lovely week at Ploughman's cottage. The living areas are spacious, giving us plenty of space to eat, play games or just chill. The larder was well stocked with kitchen basics such as spices, oil, etc. and there was plenty of loo paper. There were views from almost every window especially when the sun shone and at sunset. Edinbane is a small hamlet with restaurants, an excellent play area for youngsters and a delightful pottery. We walked to the beach and enjoyed watching the tide come in and submerge the islands we were standing on. We also found a hidden waterfall. The cott...more
Found the lounge suite not very comfortable it let the cottage down in our eyes two big arm chairs would h been the icing on the Cake .we will return if for comfy seating I cant complain really about anything else. Thank you for giving us a great week in harlosh
Well equipped cottage in ideal location. On sea front but only 5 minutes walk to town of Portree. Bathrooms and kitchen of highest quality. Comfortable beds and furniture in general. I would highly recommend it.
easy to access yet secluded; great internal spaces with views in al direction to Storr, The Quraing and across the sea to Lewis - what more does anyone need?
Tigh Anndra is a beautifully equipped cottage for a couple. We have been twice and just love the wilderness of the cottage, just sweeping views of the mountains. It is a special place for us, watching the swallows fly and the sheep come and go across from the moor. There is a handy bus service that can get you to Portree and Uig. We liked the lack of wifi. It gave us time to truly disconnect. Thank you Angus for our stay.
Very VERY nice cottage, with beautiful views. We saw the whole Cuillin range, and the nearby Loch is so beautiful that I took photos every day. Lots of room in the house, a beautiful kitchen, comfortable bed. Very quiet location. We, as senior foreigners, don't understand the tv very well and didn't find many interesting channels - but we had books. The only lighting in the living room is ceiling lights. That doesn't make the atmosphere cosy in the evenings. Apart from those minor things, it's a beautiful place and we would certainly come back.
Upper Milovaig, which oddly is at a lower altitude than Lower Milovaig, is a quiet location with viws to the north down Loch Pooltiel. The only mainstream tourist draw is the Neist Point Lighthouse. Otherwise Glendale is a pleasing, friendly and quiet location with a good cafe and a cute general store. Would be a good place to watch for an aurora. Cottage is modern and well-appointed. Unusually warm weather caused some problems as house not designed for such conditions, but that heat wave passed while we were there.
Tidal cottage is a lovely place to stay for a few days, very peaceful. We saw otters in front of the cottage on a nightly basis.
Perfect for 2 people. Well-stocked kitchen, fine selection of walking books, reading books, DVDs. King bed is very comfortable. The internet broadband is the best in the area. We would definitely stay here again. A bonus - Hugh has fine coffees and cakes along with light lunch and soup in the gallery next door.
Our family enjoyed a wonderful stay at Bay View Bungalow! The bungalow was just as pictured on the website. We found the home clean and everything in perfect working order. The decor is fresh and modern, and the floorplan is spacious and comfortable. The view is outstanding! We enjoyed watching the ferry come and go. The kitchen is well-equipped and we found everything we needed for several meals at Rankins supermarket only a few minutes away. We think Uig is a great location for exploring both peninsulas. Overall, we could not imagine a more perfect stay and we cannot wait to return!
Kinlochfollart provided a wonderful venue for a large family gathering. The spacious and comfortable home allowed us to share many special moments in spectacular surroundings.
The Bothy was one of the fanciest places that we've ever stayed. Between the views, the fireplace, large soaking tub, shower, sauna, kitchen, I could go on- it was a truly luxurious stay and we couldn't ask for more for our honeymoon. There was only one thing that I hope won't turn people away from staying at this wonderful place, but for people to be aware of: when we arrived, the hot water was not running. We found what I believed to be an on-demand water heater in the kitchen, and after turning it on we had to wait until the next morning to start getting the hot water. Not a big deal,...more
We have stayed at the Steading before and loved every minute. We returned after just 6 months to revisit the wonderful views. The owner and house manager are very responsive if anything is needed. It is a comfortable and deceptively spacious house with great views. Dunvagen is peaceful but has numerous restaurants which are open throughout the year.
My wife and I celebrating a special anniversary had a delightful week at Old School. The properties position was perfect giving us peace and quiet,yet only a short drive to facilities. We were fortunate to meet the owners of the property, who were a lovely family,and when we visit Isle of Skye again we would definitely stay there again
We had an amazing week in Staffin, the house is in a really good location for visiting Skye, it’s very comfortable and clean.
we had a warm welcome with many information and advice about the cottage and what to do around. The place was well furnished and cozy. We were only 7' away from downtown so we could leave the car and do most on the town on foot
The scenery, the setting, the community, and our experiences throughout the region were magical. Tigh na Dalach was the perfect base for our extended sabbatical. It had all of the conveniences we needed while offering all the charm that one might hope for from a classic costal cottage in the Highlands. We look forward to returning.
First time visiting the Isle of Skye, and what a place to stay. The location was remote enough, just a short drive from Portree, but remote enough with only a few dwellings nearby. The view was amazing over looking the sea, and rolling hills. We picked a weekend where the weather was outstanding and this only added to the brilliance of the property, sitting in the sun room taking in the view. The property was exceptionally clean, with all the amenities you could need and a clear welcome pack. Plenty of space and with four adults you had enough room not to feel on top of each other. The sky...more
Newly refurbished, modern, extremely clean, well equipped, comfortable impressive cottage. Hosts were generous with extra bits like loo roll and washing up liquid. Kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed. Gorgeous west facing views over the beach. Would recommend. Things to flag: The master bedroom has a separate staircase to the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms, but both staircases are very narrow and steep - anyone with impaired mobility would struggle and young children need supervision. Access to the cottage is a 20 mins drive down a single track road (surfaced but no road mark...more
We spent a week at their property in Staffin on Skye called 'Sorley's House', and it was just perfect. A small, very tidy cottage with many amenities and good WiFi, and the location and views are truly breathtaking. The staff were helpful and accommodating, and the cost was reasonable. Absolutely recommend!
Zeer ruim. Netjes schoon en perfecte lokatie . Eigenlijk geen minpunt kunnen vinden . We zijn er 10 dagen geweest en had voor mij veel langer mogen zijn. Zeer centraal gelegen zodat je op isle of sky niet al te lang hoeft te rijden naar de mooiste plekken die ik gezien heb. Helemaal Top
Well presented holiday home in a good location. Short walk to Portree town centre and quayside. Very good
Just wee dust on the windows but all the beds towels and toilets were clean and some spots and some of the kitchen's wear handle broken but there were all everything you need. The cottage were so cosy and good funtionality. The location was great. we loved it. Thanks
A lovely quiet location, only 2 minute to the shore. Seals aplenty! Lots of birds etc. The croft is typically small but everything you need is within it. A fantastic break for us. I would certainly return here. Everyone we met in Skye were extremely friendly and welcoming....so refreshing.
The Bungalow was in an excellent location. We were a bit dissappointed at the decor as it did not feel we were in Scotland.
Lovely views, relatively remote and secluded - perfect if you are looking to truly get away from it all. Lovely local walks and outstanding service and assistance from IH Cottages as always.
We had a lovely week staying in the cottage. It had everything we needed, including a very useful dryer for when the weather was a bit damp! The enclosed garden was excellent for our energetic dog, with a wonderful view across the water to the next peninsula. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room for us all. The location might be a little remote for some people, but we really appreciated the peace and quiet, when the rest of the island was busy with summer visitors. There are good walks from the door, and excellent tea and cake at the Yurt Cafe just down the road. The owner ca...more
We had a wonderful stay at Bridge Cottage and would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to stay in a very well presented; fully equipped, spotlessly clean, centrally located accommodation. Entry into the accommodation was straight forward. Islands & Highlands provided excellent customer service. Highly recommend.
We really enjoyed this cottage, it had a cosy natural feel and we felt very at home. The location was lovely, we enjoyed the sunsets and view over the water and the hills. The stove was very efficient and the cottage was really warm and cosy. The extra folding bed was ideal, it meant the non-couples in the group didn't have to share a room. The kitchen is very small with very little storage space for food. The fridge only has a very small freezer compartment. But we managed to make it work by storing non-chilled food in other rooms. The stairs are very steep and wouldn't be great with litt...more
Great place to have as a base for exploring the Isle of Skye. Lovely authentic cottage, with the bay only 4 mins away.
I have stayed many times at the Stationmaster's House but this is the first privately. Good accommodation and location.
This is a very comfortable modern house, well appointed with 3.5 bathrooms, 3 double bedrooms and a study/single room. It's well furnished and decorated in a slightly bland Highland style The location is good but the views are a bit limited especially when compared to other parts of Skye. There are some slightly over-complicated instructions for the rubbish - this should be taken care of by the cleaners/ owners. The only negative is the cost - it is very expensive for what it is.
Wonderful stay - lovely comfortable cottage which had everything we needed. Great location and views - really felt we were away from it all but only a ten minute drive to Broadford for supplies. Fab tearoom (Amys Place) within 5 mins walk with the best cakes ever! Lots great walking on the doorstep.
A comfortable homely cottage with every kitchen utensil you could ever want! The cottage had everything we needed and more. The beds were comfy and the house was warm. It was lovely to get back to the view after a day walking. What a super, value for money cottage. We'd definitely return and we'd definitely recommend. Thank you for a lovely week.
We all enjoyed our stay although my disabled son was in a panic when all the electricity went off when we were in bed. It did come back on after a short while though. We were invited by a farmer to come and watch the sheep shearing and we enjoyed that immensely. Unfortunately the long walks we imagined with the dog wasn't able to happen because we were surrounded by sheep.
Upfront: Legal action is pending against this property owner, who is actually based in Troon, not Skye. Quite frankly, don't book this property. The keys do not work to either the front or rear door, which is a fire hazard to anyone needing to escape the property in a fire crisis. Unforgivable. The front door opposite the loch did not open whichever key was used, because none of them work in any way whatsoever. For the price bracket on Skye, as frequent visitors, choose something else for the money aside from any other issues this review raises. The sink in the bathroom leaks whenev...more
The Flat was nice, clean and comfortable providing everything needed including a full kitchen so meals could be prepared when restaurant availabilities were limited or unavailable. The location of the Flat is exceptional, extremely close to the major tourist sites on the Island.
The location is quiet and peaceful with lovely views from the top floor. If other guests were staying in the one bedroom apartment the facility may not be as quiet. I don’t believe I understood the house was divided into separate rentals when I booked. Perhaps make this clearer. The building itself needs some TLC. The front door was difficult to open and lock. The carpet inside the front door was wet on arrival. I also suggest condensing the emails, compendium and accommodation instructions to be more concise and readable. Too many words makes the reader loose interest and get confused. ...more