Cosy Cottage, Skeabost Bridge, Isle of Skye

Description from the owner

See www.self-catering-skeabost.co.uk for more details.

Sleeping up to 6 people, this comfortable, cosy, 3 bedroomed well-equipped and historic cottage makes a wonderful base for accessing the many delights that the Isle of Skye has to offer. With so many things to see and do Skye is a fabulous place for an island holiday, amid superb scenery that changes with the weather, from rolling hills and moorland to rocky sea-shores and pristine sandy beaches. Come and stay at Stoney Cottage, and have an unforgettable holiday!

The cottage is a welcome retreat to come home to after a days walking the hills, to relax by the cosy coal fire, al...ong with books, maps, walking guides, DVDs and a TV are provided to while away those wet misty days on Skye! The outside patio areas will catch both the morning and evening sun – the island is not always misty, as our photographs show!

Starter pack of coal and fire wood, electricity, linen and towels are inclusive. There is off-road parking and a half acre garden to relax in. There is a little nursery with a cot making it a very versatile property for a family with a young baby.

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Living room with open coal fire which provides a lively and warming focal point if the weather turns a bit chilly. folding dining table. Modern well equipped fitted kitchen. Small entrance hall leading to bathroom with shower over bath. Double bedroom on ground level. 2 twin rooms plus small nursery upstairs. Outside door to patio area which extends round the house.

Heating: Oil central heating throughout and two open fires. Electricity and oil included in rental. Starter pack supplied for open fires, further fuel available locally.

Facilities include:

electric double oven

gas hob

microwave

fridge

freezer

dishwasher

washer dryer

outside drying area

oil central heating

colour TV

DVD

radio

CD player

cot

high chair

open fire

pet bed

fully enclosed garden

garden furniture

The cottage is situated in half an acre of garden which is sculpted into the natural contours of the land and meanders uphill in areas, seating is provided to help you make the most of the garden and its views. There are open fields on three sides and depending upon the time of year you visit, you can watch lambs frolicking near byRead more

Additional Location Information

Portree with all its town facilities is only 5 miles away. The River Snizort (which is accessible from the garden) leads to Loch Snizort which is a short walk away. There you can walk along the shore and visit St Columba's Isle which has the remains of a chapel dedicated to St Columba, the best known of many saints associated with Skye It became the Metropolitan Church of the Isles until its move to Iona in 1498.It also has the traditional burial place of the chiefs of the Clan Nicolson. Many of Skye's most notable visitor attractions are within a 30-minute drive There is plenty to see and do for the outdoor adventurer, nature lover, photographer, angler, bird watcher or those who just wish to take it easy. Come and see for yourself - the cottage is a little gem.

Skye can be justifiably proud of a wonderful range of places to eat and drink. There is a good quality hotel is within walking distance where you can play a 9 hole 18 tee golf course, enjoy riverside walks or experience fine dining in the restaurant or bar.

Skeabost (in Scottish Gaelic, Sgèubost) is a township, at the head of the sea loch, Loch Snizort in the northwest of the Isle of Skye between the Waternish and Trotternish peninsulas. It offers fine coastal scenery with views across the Minch out to the Western Isles of Lewis & Harris.

History of Local Area
Standing Stones, Pictish Duns, Brochs, forts and burial sites are scattered about the district. There are structures which almost certainly predate the Birth of Christ by some 2,000 years.

Running through Skeabost (sheltered house), is the River Snizort in which lies St. Columba's Isle (Eilean Chaluim Chille). Here lies the ancient burial site and foundations of Old Snizort Parish Church, probably late medieval, which served as a cathedral church of the Bishops of the Isles. There are also ruins of two small Chapels, their dates associated with the life and work of St. Columba who brought Christianity to The North Isles of Scotland.

Outdoor Interests
Walking / climbing: Being centrally positioned the cottage is a good base for exploring the Cuillins, and the Trotternish peninsula with the Old Man of Storr and the Quiraing with its weird rock formations. The pretty Waternish peninsula is also easily accessible.

Golf and fishing are offered at the Skeabost Country House Hotel which is within walking distance from the cottage. Boat trips trips can be taken from several points including Portree, and Uig where boats leave for the Outer Isles. Day trips throughout the summer season.

Paleontology and Geology: The Isle of Skye is an excellent natural laboratory for observing geological matters and fossils. Skye (particularly the Trotternish peninsula) is one of the richest locations for dinosaurs and fossils in the UK. The Staffin Museum (near the famous Kilt Rock) is where some of the dinosaur finds can be viewed.

Indoors
Restaurants - The Skeabost Country House Hotel provides high standard meals and bar snacks. Portree has many places to enjoy a meal and a little further away several restaurants are to be found around Dunvegan, Uig, and Waternish with the little port of Stein and the oldest inn on Skye.

Dunvegan Castle with its glorious gardens is situated 18 miles to the west. The castle, is the oldest inhabited castle in Scotland and the most visited destination on the Isle of Skye.

The Aros Heritage Centre in Portree houses a theatre, cinema with a varied programme of concerts including traditional and modern Scottish music.

The Skye Museum of Island Life at Kimuir comprises 7 thatched cottages depicting the lifestyle of a crofting community of a century or so ago.

Talisker Distillery on the shores of Loch Harport. Take a tour and have a sample of Skye's own single malt whisky

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Location Type Rural

Additional notes from owner

Short Stay Nightly Rate variable depending on how many people staying
Discounts for couples,
No extra cost for well behaved pets.

What Past Guests Are Saying

• griersy
  Glasgow, United Kingdom

  Home from home

  Left on 03/13/2013 for a stay in March 2013
  
  

  First time staying on Skye, and found this lovely cottage had everything we needed. It was in a great location for seeing the island, and was very comfortable. The open fire was really cosy to sit beside at night after being out walking. We will be back, thank you.

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