South Skye Self Catering

Allt Beag Cottage, Strollamus, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AL. Situated just off the A87, 11 miles from the Skye Bridge, and 13 miles from Sligachan, Allt Beag sits on a hillside overlooking the sea with views to the Isle of Scalpay. The well appointed accommodation comprises a spacious fully fitted dining kitchen open plan to a cosy lounge with TV, DVD and comfortable seating, a utility room, one double bedded room, one twin room, a family bathroom and a separate shower room. Outside is a large garden area with garden furniture and parking for 2 cars. Broadford, with a range of shops, restaurants and bars is just 3 miles away and you'll find plenty to see and do here including some of the best walking and climbing in Scotland, boat trips, castles to visit and the famous Talisker Distillery. Open all year. Rates from £325-£475 per week including all heating, electricity, bed linen and towels. Contact: Ian or Isobel MacKinnon. Tel: 01471 822269.
Email: alltbeag6@btinternet.com
WWW: www.holidayskye.co.uk

Armadale Castle Cottages, Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV45 8RS. Armadale Castle Cottages boast a stunning setting within the grounds of Armadale Castle Gardens. There are six log cottages dotted on the hillside above the centre, each with their own breathtaking views over the Sound of Sleat. Each has an open plan dining room, kitchen and living area and can comfortably sleep 6. One of the cottages has ramped access and - with some assistance - is suitable for guests in wheelchairs. The estate also holds two other hidden gems. Forester's Cottage is a more intimate self catering venue with comfortable accommodation for 4-6 guests, whilst the Flora McDonald Suite offers an elegant and luxurious chance to really "get away from it all". All properties are provided with modern comforts. Open all year. Rates from £310-£670 per week including all linen and towels. Contact: Mags Macdonald. Tel: 01471 844305. Fax: 01471 844275.
Email: office@clandonald.com
WWW: www.clandonald.com

Calligary Cottages, 10 Aird, Ardvasar, Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV45 8RN. STB 3 Star Self Catering. Overlooking the village of Ardvasar from a crofting hillside in the township of Calligary, Calligary Cottages enjoy spectacular views of the hills of Knoydart and are ideally located for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Named Loch Hourn and Loch Nevis, these two charming properties offer comfortable, highly appointed accommodation all at ground floor level. Loch Hourn sleeps 5 and comprises a fully fitted kitchen/dining room, a separate lounge, one double bedroom with an additional single bed, one twin room and a shower room. There is parking for 2 cars and the bungalow has an enclosed rear garden. Whilst in all other ways being similarly appointed to Loch Hourn, Loch Nevis sleeps 4 guests in its two bedrooms. Open all year. Rates from £250-£400 per week except Christmas and New Year when price is on application. All bed linen and towels are included in the price of the let. Contact: Janette MacLure. Tel: +44 (0)1471 844 205.
Email: webenq@calligarycottages.co.uk
WWW: www.calligarycottages.co.uk

Cnoc an Theine, 10 Aird, Ardvasar, Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV45 8RN. With spectacular views over the Sound of Sleat to Morar, Ardnamurchan and the Hebridean islands of Rhum, Eigg and Muck, Cnoc an Theine is a well appointed three bedroom cottage offering full disabled access. The accommodation comprises a fully equipped and spacious kitchen with all modern appliances, a large living/dining room with log burning stove, one downstairs double bedroom with adjacent bathroom with a large walk in shower and a bath, two upstairs bedrooms - one a double, the other a twin - plus a second shower room. Wooden and tiled floors feature across the ground floor and all doors, electrical switches and the bathroom are disabled friendly. Outside is a seating area and there is adjacent parking. The area provides excellent walking, climbing and fishing and there is a beach close by - great for exploring the many rock pools and for beachcombing. Open all year. From £295-£550 per week. Contact: Mags Macdonald. Tel: 01471 844204.
Email: mags@tranquilskye.co.uk
WWW: www.tranquilskye.co.uk

Mungo's Den, Portnalong, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SL. Awaiting STB Grading. Within the heart of the crofting hamlet of Portnalong on the Minginish Peninsula in western Skye, Mungo's Den provides a romantic retreat for 2 or a base for a small family wishing to explore this magical isle. The accommodation has been lovingly restored and comprises a cosy kitchen with all modern appliances, a luxuriously furnished lounge, a double bedroom at mezzanine level, a bunk room and a bathroom. Mungo's Den is bursting with luxurious and eclectic furnishings, inspirational style and character and is full of original and vintage objects that speak of timeless quality. Come here and enjoy an eco friendly, organic holiday experience. We will even supply you with an organic hamper made up from a selection of locally produced provisions. Open all year. From £395-£625 per week. Contact: Andrew or Maddy. Tel: 01478 611391 or 07855 780779.
Email: hello@mungosden.co.uk
WWW: www.mungosden.co.uk

The Old Croft House, 8 Aird, Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV45 8RN. Set in a beautiful location in the crofting village of Aird, The Old Croft House offers comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests. Recently renovated, this 100 year old property still retains its original charm and character and comprises a fully fitted farmhouse kitchen, a living room with open fire, a bunkroom, two further bedrooms, one a double, the other a twin, and a bathroom. Outside is an enclosed garden and there is parking adjacent to the property. The views from here are spectacular extending to Knoydart and the Hebridean islands of Eigg and Rum. A secluded rocky beach is a 5 minute walk from the door and the village of Ardvasar is only three miles from here. It has a shop, hotel/bar and a petrol station. Outdoor enthusiast will find plenty to see and do on Skye, from gentle coastal walks to the serious challenges of the Cuillin Ridge. From £295-£550 per week including all linen and electricity costs. Winter short breaks available. Dogs welcome. Please note this is a no smoking house. Contact: Alison Phillips or Andy Haines. Tel: 01494 776789.
Email: enquiry@beautifulskye.co.uk
WWW: www.beautifulskye.co.uk

Tides Reach, Isle Ornsay, Isle of Skye. A converted crofter's cottage, Tides Reach sits in a secluded position close to the shoreline in picturesque Isle Ornsay Bay. Accessible first by private drive and then on foot, this is the ideal get away from it all location. The property can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms and the spacious accommodation also includes a well equipped kitchen-dining room, a bathroom, with both bath and separate shower, and a long conservatory sitting-room with multi-fuel stove. Tides Reach overlooks the village of Isle Ornsay and is within easy walking distance of the friendly Eilean Iarmain Hotel which is open to non-residents for both drinks and meals. And being only a 15 minute drive from either the ferry terminal at Armadale or the Skye Bridge at Kyleakin, it provides an excellent base both for touring Skye or venturing further afield into mainland Scotland. From £335-£545 per week. Tel: +44 (0)1835 822277.
WWW: www.unique-cottages.co.uk/cottages/westcoast/skye/tides_reach_cottage