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The Croft at Thistles on Skye

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 277 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Isle of Skye, Highland
  • Camas Croise
    13 min walk
  • Gallery An Talla Dearg
    2 min drive
  • Torabhaig Distillery
    7 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Croft at Thistles on Skye

A fully refurbished traditional bijou croft house built in circa 1900 by local craftsman in village stone. The Croft House has stunning panoramic sea views across the Sound of Sleat to the Knoydart peninsula. The entrance porch provides plenty of hanging space for coats and shoes and gives access to the hall with the kitchen to the left and living room to the right. The fully equipped Ashley Ann kitchen comprises an induction hob and double electric oven and dining table and flat screen TV with Freeview. The welcoming, snug sitting room has a wood-burning stove and flatscreen Smart TV with Freesat and also a DVD player. The ground floor has underfloor heating throughout and Fired Earth limestone flags. There is a utility room with washing machine and clothes drying rack. Upstairs, we have created one luxury bedroom with ensuite shower room, separate full size dressing room with lots of storage, full length mirror and dressing table. There is also a designer bathroom with double ended bath and views over the garden and the Sound of Sleat.
Our luxurious properties comprise a one-bedroom cottage and a newly built studio apartment.

They are designed for couples looking for an indulgent romantic break. Set in the stunning coastal village of Camuscross, conveniently located half way between the Mallaig to Armadale ferry and the Skye Bridge. The village has a quaint pub and restaurant and only 5 minutes away by car is the famous Kinloch Lodge for that special holiday meal. The town of Broadford is only 10 minutes away and has all the amenities that you would need during your stay.

Our Croft cottage has a mixture of contemporary and antique furniture, one king-size bed and bespoke fabrics and finishes. The cottage boasts a fully equipped ‘Ashley Ann’ luxury fitted kitchen made here in Scotland, underfloor heating, ‘Fired Earth’ limestone flooring throughout the ground floor, an induction hob, double electric oven, dishwasher, microwave and wood burning stove.

The Cúil is a newly built, contemporary, luxurious one bedroom studio apartment. Inside, the open plan studio comprises one king-size bed, a seating / dining space, a compact kitchen with fridge, microwave and two burner induction hob and a luxurious shower room with main pressure rain shower and Fired Earth limestone floor. The Cúil also benefits from an elevated private decking area with breath-taking views. The large sliding patio doors flood the studio with light and the views can be enjoyed from the comfort of the king-size bed.

The Croft and The Cúil are two individual luxury spaces on the beautiful Sleat peninsula of Skye overlooking The Sound of Sleat. Sleat is known as ‘The Garden of Skye’. The views from both properties are breath-taking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

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

Children

Adults only
Minimum guest age: 18

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 20:00

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 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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this holiday home is in the mountains. Armadale Ferry Terminal and Torabhaig Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Isle of Skye, Highland

What's nearby

  • Torabhaig Distillery - 7 min drive
  • Museum of the Isles - 12 min drive
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive
  • Armadale Castle - 13 min drive
  • Isle of Skye Market Square - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 29 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Praban Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪An Crubh - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gasta at Armadale Castle - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Shed - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Croft at Thistles on Skye pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Croft at Thistles on Skye?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Croft at Thistles on Skye?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Croft at Thistles on Skye located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Camas Croise and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gallery An Talla Dearg. Loch a' Chorra and Torabhaig Distillery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Perfect experience in Skye
Everything has been perfect during our stay : the place is great, the view is insane, the house is perfectly furnished : anything you could think of is here waiting for you. David has been a perfect host, describing everything, giving precious advices, and being always available when needed without being too present. We can't wait to come again! Thanks a lot :)
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Outstanding!
Our second visit to the Croft. It is in a peaceful location and perfectly placed for exploring the Island. The bed and pillows are very comfortable. Really good shower in the en suite and fantastic views from the bath! The garden is beautiful with stunning views, the perfect place to sit and relax. The kitchen is very well equipped and has everything you may need. It was lovely to meet the owners this time (and their friendly dog!) who were very helpful. Thoroughly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Helen & Stuart

Refreshing and inspired by attention to detail
Excellent, attentive communication
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8/10 Good

Yvonne

Rest and Relation in a stunning, luxurious house.
The Croft is like a home from home. Furnished with beautiful touches of style and thought, everything you could possibly need is provided, even a jug of the owners milk when I was in need of a cuppa! Views amazing, bed, bedding and towels luxurious and all mod cons for kitchen and bathrooms provided. Wonderful place to stay, thank you 💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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10/10 Excellent

David

Perfect home from home escape
We stayed in The Croft, which was spotlessly clean and very well appointed. The garden was huge, with far reaching views over the water and surrounding hills which made for fantastic sunrise/sunset views. We found The Croft perfect for exploring Skye, and the hosts went out of their way to make us very welcome, and assist us with various aspects of our stay. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Perfect
Owned by a young couple, David and Frances. Both great and very friendly. As soon as we booked we received several emails with indications and maps, advise about places to visit and routes. Also booked dinner for us in a local restaurant. Very helpful since the first minute. The Rooms are brand new, exactly like if you were at home in a recently renewed with very nice taste bedroom and ensuite bathroom. Lovely view. Very quiet. Breakfast was superb. All organic even bath products. Brillian
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Amazing!
We absolutely loved our stay here. Beautiful room, great view, awesome food, and brilliant company. We'd be back in a flash!
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10/10 Excellent

Michela

A dream welcome in a heavenly place
Whatever the weather this place is a haven of peace, with a magnificent view. There is everything one might want and even more! We were so warmly welcomed that we have only one desire to be back soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Paal Arnmt

Perfect for propellene who want to rest and experince lokal environment.
Top facilities,area and hospitality.Perfact for what we was looking for.
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10/10 Excellent

David

Fantastic stay
From the moment we arrived we felt at home. David and Frances were so friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble for them. They provided clear travel and sightseeing information prior to our arrival which was extremely useful. The quality of the accommodation was exceedingly high and made the room very comfortable to stay in. The view from the accommodation was stunning.
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Perfect in every way!
From the moment we were warmly greeted by the owner we felt comfortable that we had picked a “good” place to stay. After we saw the view and the facilities we knew it was a “great” place to stay. The owners are very friendly with a very cute and playful small dog that was lots of fun. Breakfast was delicious, healthy choices, with everything very fresh! Rooms were spotless. They thought of everything!
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Amazing minimoon
We stayed at Thistles for three nights on our 'minimoon' and had an amazing time. David and Frances are great hosts and had thought of everything we might need. The finishings in the room are luxurious and the breakfasts were amazing (as were the homemade chocolate brownies!). We ate out at three different local restaurants and enjoyed them all. Would highly recommend for a visit to Skye.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Luxury room with stunning views and great hosts
A wonderful short break with lovely accommodation and hosts who go above and beyond to make you welcome and who are able to give good advice on where to go and what to do.
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Fabulous
David gave us a warm welcome upon our arrival which set the pace for the rest of our stay! We did not get to meet Frances as she was off Island. Attention to detail was very evident from the room decor to the excellent breakfasts which were presented beautifully. Making all of their guests most comfortable is obviously of prime importance.
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

We can’t wait to come back!
We had an excellent 2 day stay with David and Francis at Thistles on Skye. The rooms were perfect with stunning views. David and Francis were very hospitable and the breakfast was delicious. We can’t wait to come back and explore more of the island and the rest of Scotland!
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Wonderfully relaxing and luxurious stay with kind, accommodating hosts
We thoroughly enjoyed the stunning view, unique location, decadent goodies, and clean and comfortable accommodations. Our hosts were delightful.
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Amazing! Great views but better hosts!
We stayed for 5 nights at Thistles. The hosts were tremendous. Very helpful and warm. We really enjoyed everything about our stay. The bedroom is very comfortable and the baths are great. We toured the Sleat peninsula with helpful hints from the hosts. They also booked our dinner and car for Kinloch Lodge and were amazingly helpful every step of the way.
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Lovely stay on Skye
We stayed for 4 nights in total on our first visit to Skye. Beautiful location with views to match. So relaxing. Accommodation outstanding, lovely scottish detailing in the rooms, great breakfast and not to mention their darling cocker spaniel Islay! Thoroughly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Great hospitality, lovely room (and bathroom) and amazing views.
Our first visit to Skye and we will return if we can stay at Thistles again. David and Frances are warm and helpful hosts, and the breakfasts are fabulous.
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Quiet, sophisticated, gorgeous views, delicious food
Three nights but could have easily stayed longer due to friendly hostess, perfect weather and so many paths to trek.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

A very enjoyable stay at a lovely house.
We enjoyed the friendliness of our host in a very well appointed house. Everything was of high quality, including the modern decoration, breakfast and grounds. A very enjoyable stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

2 night stay whilst touring Skye, July 2019
We stayed for 2 nights in late July, and got lucky with the weather. A great place to visit and stay, with enough to do and see, or you can just relax and do very little. David organised a boat trip to see the wildlife (from Elgol), we just managed to see the puffins before they head off. The local pub/hotel is a 20-25 minute walk away, we ate there both nights and it was fine, but you'd probably want to try somewhere else as well if staying longer.
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10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Beautiful, clean, relaxing and pampered.
Stayed for four nights as part of our honeymoon trip to Scotland.
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10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Outstanding in every way possible!
Like a warm hug after some dire times, David and Frances were perfect hosts, accommodation and views to die for.
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10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Lovely B&B, great hosts
Lovely B&B in a quiet peaceful location with beautiful water views from every window. The bedroom was large and very comfortable with quality furnishings and high end linens and a super comfortable bed. The bathroom was sparkling clean, very modern and what a great shower!! David and Francis are lovely folks, very friendly, helpful and warm. David is a great cook and his breakfasts in the morning were delicious and plentiful. This is true a gem of a B&B and you won’t regret staying here.

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