Situated on the western edge of Skye, this small crofting hamlet is accessed by a single track road which winds through majestic mountainous scenery opening onto enchanting panoramic views towards Dunvegan Head and the Outer Hebrides. Particularly noted for its considerable variety of flora and fauna including dolphins, whales, basking sharks, seals and sea otters, this tranquil location provides an elevated position from which to enjoy the sounds of silence and to admire the glorious sunsets over the bay.
Due to the influence of the Gulf Stream, Skye can enjoy relatively mild winters and, with the benefit of open fires and storage heating, the cottages are available to let all year. Situated within securely fenced shared grounds, each with parking and an outside seating area overlooking the sea.
Accommodation:
Ground floor: Living room with open fire, kitchen/diningroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom, a bunk bedroom, panoramic sitting room with double futon, bathroom with shower over bath
Included:
Electric heating is included in the rent, domestic electricity is by £1 coin meter. Beds have duvets and linen and towels are provided. Two TV, washing machine, tumble dryer, electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, payphone. Garden furniture.
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Activities:
Situated on the western edge of Skye, this small crofting hamlet is accessed by a single track road which winds through majestic mountainous scenery opening onto enchanting panoramic views towards Dunvegan Head and the Outer Hebrides. Particularly noted for its considerable variety of flora and fauna including dolphins, whales, basking sharks, seals and sea otters, this tranquil location provides an elevated position from which to enjoy the sounds of silence and to admire the glorious sunsets over the bay.There are many places of interest to visit locally including Dunvegan Castle, Flora MacDonald’s Cottage and Neist Point Lighthouse where scenes from the film ‘Breaking the Waves’ were taken. Further afield sites of geological interest include the Quiraing, Kilt Rock and the Old Man of Storr, and a selection of small, exclusive craft and pottery shops are dotted about the island.
There are many places of interest to visit locally including Dunvegan Castle, Flora MacDonald’s Cottage and Neist Point Lighthouse where scenes from the film ‘Breaking the Waves’ were taken. Further afield sites of geological interest include the Quiraing, Kilt Rock and the Old Man of Storr, and a selection of small, exclusive craft and pottery shops are dotted about the island. |