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Taste of the Sea on Skye

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Living room & fireplace
Living room
Living room & fireplace
Living room
Kitchen & Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Staffin, Scotland
  • Quiraing
  • Old Man of Storr
  • Kilt Rock
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Taste of the Sea on Skye

Taste of the Sea has recently been refurbished to a high standard to create a space for you to enjoy your holiday.
With 4 bedrooms, 2 doubles with ensuite, and 2 twins and a large shower room there is plenty of room for all 8 people.
The views from here stretch over Staffin Bay to the mainland and are second to none. Standing outside you can hear the sound of the waves crashing onto the pebble shore in Staffin Bay.
There is a wood burning stove in the living room all set up for keeping cosy for those winter evenings.
Plenty of room for entertaining and making memories.
Come, stay, enjoy!

Property manager

Catherine MacPherson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Staffin

Staffin is home to this holiday home. Portree Harbour and The Fairy Glen are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Skyelight Candles and The Brother's Point.
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Staffin, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Skyelight Candles - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Quiraing Walk Trail Access - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kilt Rock - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Duntulm Castle - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • The Fairy Glen - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hungry Gull - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Columba 1400 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Flodigarry Hotel and High Tide Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ferry Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bakur Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Taste of the Sea on Skye pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Taste of the Sea on Skye?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Taste of the Sea on Skye?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Taste of the Sea on Skye located?

Situated in Staffin, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Skyelight Candles, Quiraing Walk Trail Access and Quiraing. Kilt Rock and The Brother's Point are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Spacious well-appointed house in a great location

Spacious and well appointed house in a great location. Comfortable with incredible views.
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

A great stay

Beautiful, well appointed home in a great location. Thanks for an awesome stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Seth S.

Remote and Peaceful stay on Isle of Skye

Our group enjoyed our stay. The house was extremely comfortable for 6 of us. The bathrooms and home were stocked with toiletries, and basic needs. The washer and dryer were a great amenity during our travels. Beautiful sunrises over the water and we even got a glimpse of the Northern Lights at night. A quick drive to cool overlooks, Storr and Poetree. Our favorite cafe nearby was the Hungry Gull.
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10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Impressive location

The location is amazing. The house is comfortable, clean and cozy.
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10/10 Excellent

Patrícia F.

Great house

The house was perfect, I would definitely recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Sean N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

Our group of 8 stayed at this location for three nights. It was one of our favorite stays. Great location and it had all the amenities we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

lorenzo m.

Excellent stay in Skye

Perfect house with and incredibile view!!! Excellent stay for 6-8 people in Skye
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Fabulous stay

Fabulous property. Would recommend to anyone wanting a spacious and updated accommodation. Views are to die for!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Maciej A.

Excellent location

Excellent location, spacious comfortable property with ample parking space and a gorgeous view

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views!

We stayed for 4 nights with 2 adults and 3 school age kids. Clean, beautiful views, excellent location. Taste of the Sea was one of the highlights of our trip. Definitely would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine H.

Perfect for families!

Amazing for families wanting to enjoy the countryside of Skye. Warm and welcoming, heaps of space and gorgeous views
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10/10 Excellent

Rajeev A.

Lovely stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The view overlooking the sea from the house was simply breathtaking, adding a touch of serenity to our experience. We had a delightful time and cherished every moment spent there. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat with a stunning view.
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10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Great property and good value

Our group of eight friends were happy this property was available. Although it was located far from Portree, the location and views were outstanding. The house was clean with modern appliances, plenty of rooms, good WiFi and ample parking. The property manager responded to our questions in a timely manner. We would gladly stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Marv D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular view

Very spacious, very clean and quiet, nice to have a washer and dryer. Thank you for the bottle of wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Magical holidays

The house and the views are spectacular. Everything was amazing!!
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10/10 Excellent

CharLa H.

Beautiful Holiday With Sea Views

Visited the Isle of Skye in October 2024 with my 3 adult children and their families. A Taste of the Sea proved to provide an excellent location for the exploration of Skye. It provided our family a cozy place to cook, relax and share meals after busy days. It was a perfect place to wind down with a full kitchen/packed with utensils, pots, plates, cups. Washer/dryer accommodations gave us a place to catch up as we were on a two week tour of Scotland. Excellent shower accommodations for a larger group. Communication with the host was perfect and we left feeling like we found a home away from home.
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8/10 Good

Marg S.

Incredible views!

We had a lovely stay. The view from the house is just gorgeous and the location is great. Wonderful espresso and treats up the road at Burr was an added bonus! Perfect location for some amazing hikes with fabulous views that avoid the crowds of the popular hikes in the area.
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10/10 Excellent

YIN FUNG C.

Lovely home with a great view

Easy access to Quirang and Old Man of Storr

10/10 Excellent

Lori W., St. Petersburg, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isle of Skye

Excellent communication with owner! Stunning location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holuday on Skye

Taste of the Sea is a beautiful property fir a large gtoup! Plenty of space, everything we needed. If I could offer any recommendations at all, it would just be to get some new mattresses. They definitely weren't the worst I slept on over my 3 week trip though, and they wouldn't stop me from booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

A lovely cottage

This cottage was about half an hour north of Portree, very close to some iconic Skye hikes like Old Man and Quiraing. The north end of the peninsula is lovely, the house has an amazing unobstructed view of the beach below. comfortable, modern, great communication with the property manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable views on Skye

We stayed with extended family - my sister and her daughter, as well as my family with two 18 year old sons. The views from the house took our breath away. The kitchen was large and well appointed. IT was nice to have so many bedrooms and bathrooms. We loved the house and we loved Skye. We only wish we could have stayed for longer. Truly an unbelievable setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Beautiful location with amazing views of the bay, the cottage is like a tardis! Plenty of room for all 8 of us large but cosy sitting room and lovely kitchen diner to congregate in. The utility room is perfect for wet boots and coats and 3 bathrooms meant no one was waiting for the facilities. Beautifully decorated and the sheep and new lambs on the door step were a delightful bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Amenities, communication
Highlights-quiet location, sea views, design and layout of the property. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. Laundry facilities. Sheep nearby. Comfy living room. Concerns-terribly uncomfortable beds, dirty handprints all over the walls, peeling paint in one of the rooms, kitchen table/stools/chairs were poor quality. Expected more for the price. Outdoor seating could be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H., Bella Vista, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cozy home with breathtaking views

Daffodils were blooming all around the property while we were there at the end of March. Sheep grazing nearby with a perfect curved beach view. Close to Quiraing, An Corran, and Man of Storr. Kitchen was huge (picture doesn’t do it justice), bathrooms were perfectly clean. We had an issue with the washer and dryer and property manager resolved immediately so we could keep up with laundry. Tons of space with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The living room was a great place to hang out, run the wood stove, and read or play board games after a busy day of hikes. We were a family of 4 with a 3 and 8 year old. This is a truly liveable home…not just a short term rental. You could stay here for months very comfortably. Only (slight) drawback…it became a haul to get home when traveling to the west side of Skye. Roads are small and lots of potholes on Skye. Staying closer to Portree may be easier…but this was way more peaceful and beautiful. Thank you for such a great time on Skye. Best family adventure of our lives!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

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Hosted by Catherine MacPherson

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