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Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye!

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Property grounds
Aerial view
Kitchen
Living Room
Living Room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Isle of Skye
  • Popular LocationTorabhaig Distillery5 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmadale Ferry Terminal11 min drive
  • Popular LocationArmadale Castle11 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Sedgwick Room

1 King Bed

Skinner Room

1 King Bed

Stevenson Room

1 King Bed

Summers Room

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Sedgwick Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Skinner Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Stevenson Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Summers En Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

WC in hallway

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye!

Your trip begins with an adventure - either a short boat ride, or a 30 min stroll across Isleornsay bay (depending on tides/weather).

Eilean Sionnach, Isle of Skye, is situated on a private island. The cottage sleeps up to 8 people. The whole island is yours to explore, offering the magical experience of the Isle of Skye you've always dreamed of.

It's a place to slow down, watch the waves and the flow of the tide and simply just ‘be’.

Waterproofs and wellies are required for island life.

The space
When you arrive at Eilean Sionnach, you'll realise you've discovered a place like nowhere else - a truly unique place on Skye - a place with a sense of peace and seclusion that's hard to find elsewhere.

All the little details are attended to. With four double bedrooms, the cottage is well-appointed and tastefully decorated, with fixtures and fittings of the very highest quality, creating an ideal retreat for discerning friends, couples or families.

Every room is stylishly decorated and every bedroom has a delux en suite bathroom. A characterful living room and dining room are where you can relax and eat when you're ready to come in from the great outdoors and our well-equipped kitchen has stunning views back to Isle Ornsay.

Linger on the hill watching for wildlife, walk along the rugged shoreline, fill your pockets with beachcombing finds. Paint, relax, be mindful. Get out on the sea or even in or under it! However you spend your time here, you'll find yourself stopping often to admire the views in every direction.

And just across the shore a traditional Highland pub awaits when you’re ready to reconnect with the outside world, or feel like dining out.

So we invite you to come, share in this special place, and discover what you’ve been missing.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this holiday home is by the ocean. Armadale Ferry Terminal and Torabhaig Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Camas Croise and Traigh a' Chnuic. Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square are also worth visiting.
Map
Isle of Skye

What's nearby

  • Torabhaig Distillery - 5 min drive
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Armadale Castle - 11 min drive
  • Isle of Skye Market Square - 13 min drive
  • Skye Bridge - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 24 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • Praban Bar - 1 min walk
  • An Crubh - 2 min drive
  • Am Praban Bar - 1 min walk
  • Croftno8 pop-up restaurant - 11 min walk
  • The Road's End Cafe

Frequently asked questions

Is Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adventure awaits you on your very own private island off Skye! located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gallery An Talla Dearg and Camas Croise. Torabhaig Distillery and Traigh a' Chnuic are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathrina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Experience!
I cannot say enough positive things about this unique vacation spot!! From the entertaining boat captain, Gus, to the modern decor of the cottage (with stunning views), this is the perfect destination for family/small-group gatherings or a quiet place to just unwind. I wish that I could have stayed longer and I hope to return again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Your host

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After the Lighthouse was automated in 1962, the cottage was bought by Gavin Maxwell, who wrote Ring of Bright Water, a touching story about an otter called Mij.

The cottage was owned by one other local family before it was sold to my mother, Paulita Sedgwick, in the late 1980's.

I began the long, slow process of renovating the cottage in 2014 and it was finally ready for public use in the summer of 2019.

Why they chose this property

Eilean Sionnach has a magical quality we're sure you're going to fall in love with, just as we have done. There's something so special about being out there when the tide comes in and for a few hours, nobody can reach you and you can take time to simply relax and 'be.'

All around are the most majestic views and for the patient wildlife watcher, the rewards can be great. Otters (perhaps descendants of Mij) still live on and around the island, there are seals resident in the bay and a pod of harbour porpoises hunt in front of the Lighthouse on a regular basis. Right next to Eilean Sionnach (which means Island of the Fox) is Bird Island, as you might imagine, a popular haven for local and migratory sea birds.

What makes this property unique

Inspiring sea and mountain views
Peace and tranquility
Arrive by boat - a real highlight according to our guests
A taste of 'the real Skye'.
Avoid the crowds
Have an adventure - without having to do anything particularly adventurous!
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