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Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach

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Master bedroom with kingsize bed
Master bedroom with kingsize bed
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Isle of Skye, Scotland
  • Isle of Skye Market Square
    7 min drive
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal
    29 min drive
  • Fairy Pools
    38 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach

Come and relax in a traditional detached crofter's cottage in the picturesque village of Torrin on the Isle of Skye. A fabulous base from which you can easily enjoy all the wonders of Skye.

Torrin is a beautiful village on the shores of Loch Slapin, close to a gorgeous secluded beach and nestled between the Red Cuillin hills and the mighty Bla Bhienn (pronounced Blaven, it means blue mountain). Bla Bhienn is our favourite mountain and arguably the finest Munro in Scotland!
Perfect for exploring, relaxing, walking, climbing, cycling, photographers and geologists!

The cottages been in our family for over 150 years. In 2017 we've completed a full upgrade of the whole cottage. It's wonderfully homely and comfortable and very very peaceful.

Ground Floor
Cosy L-shaped living room with log/coal burning stove
TV, DVD player, books, maps and games.
Very well equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, electric cooker, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Dining room seats six.
Spacious twin bedroom
Toilet with wash basin
Fabulous sun porch overlooking the garden, complete with chaise longue - a great place to relax after a day's exploring!

Upstairs
Master bedroom with kingsize bed
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with electric shower, WC and wash basin.

Double glazed throughout
Electric heating system throughout
Log/coal burning stove

As a traditional cottage, the stairs are rather steep and narrow so care should be taken at all times.

Large cultivated mature garden with further grounds surrounding the house.

Our cottage is situated up a track off the main road. There's free parking with room for two cars in the drive on our property.

The cottage is in the village of Torrin, 7 miles from Broadford which is a lovely town with a beautiful bay and views to the mainland. It has a good variety of shops, including an artisan bakery, craft shops and Skye candles plus a really excellent Co-Op supermarket, 24 hour garage and chemist. There is a doctor, hospital, dentist, church also. There are restaurants, cafes, fish and chip shop and hotel bars. And there are two ATM cash machines, a Post Office and a mobile bank.

Property manager

Cary Harris

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for families

Events

No events allowed
No parties or events

Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly no pets at any time

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking
Please park on our drive (2cars) not on the track
Please keep both garden gates shut to stop sheep, dogs and hens coming in and ruining the garden!
Please leave the cottage as you found it and above all enjoy yourselves!

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
Note from host: No parties or events
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-30205-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Camas Croise and Traigh a' Chnuic reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Isle of Skye Market Square and Magpie. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Isle of Skye, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Isle of Skye Market Square - 7 min drive
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive
  • Armadale Castle - 29 min drive
  • Talisker Distillery - 35 min drive
  • Fairy Pools - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Duirinish Station - 26 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bothy - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Claymore Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gabbro Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Siaway Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Skye Crofter's Cottage sleeps six close to mountains, sea and beach located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Isle of Skye Market Square, Magpie, and Giant MacAskill Musuem. Camas Croise and Skye Bridge are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to call home
It is a nice quiet country home, in the midst of sheep, cattle, and beautiful landscapes and people. The house was nice and cozy, the roads were a bit scarry if your not use to one lane with a pull over area every so often.. things to do are all around., it just takes a bit of time weaving around the mountains. I would highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charmant cottage tout équipé
Notre séjour s’est idéalement déroulé dans ce charmant cottage : Calme absolu, confort avec un équipement complet comme je ne l’ai jamais vu auparavant et une très jolie déco. Si l’occasion m’en est donné, c’est avec grand plaisir que je reviendrai à Torrin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
An authentic Scottish cottage! Beautiful location,. Very responsive host. Baby lambs on the roads!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kilian Gabriel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend on skye
We had a wundervoll weekend there. It's such a cosy cottage and the informationsheet, that we got before led us very well to the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem off the beaten trail
Beautiful scottish farm house feel with amazing scenery. The boys hiked the hill behind the property and got amazing pictures of the surrounding area. Well set up with thoughtful supplies. Was chilly so we enjoyed the availability of the hot water bottles to put in the beds at night. So nice to have a proper scottish experience away from the tourist traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely retreat
We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage - we had everything we needed and communication with the owners was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Homey Cottage with Beautiful Garden
The cottage is very welcoming with plenty of space for 4 people. Nice views and walks around when the sun is out. Cozy and comfortable when the weather is not so nice. Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for enjoying and exploring the Isle of Skye
This house feels like home! It is comfortable and cozy and we had a great time there. There are great walks right around the house, and some of the most spectacular places are only a (fairly) short drive away (Elgol!). This is my favourite holiday cottage ever - it was everything I love about Britain!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Torrin
Excellent property. Charming secluded spot. Lovely garden. Suitable for children. Nearby local walks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, comfortable cottage, surrounded by amazing scenery
This gorgeous cottage is a good size for a family and well equipped. It's also really comfortable and cosy. The living room is a lovely space to relax in the evenings after exploring the island. The kitchen has everything you need and the bedrooms are spacious and include plenty of storage space. The location is fantastic for a range of local places of interest and a good base for exploring more widely on Skye. We loved the marble pools and Amy's cafe and enjoyed evening walks to the beach at least as much as our trips further afield. Our only regret is that we didn't have enough time to do everything we would have wanted to!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage
We really enjoyed our holiday in this fabulous cosy and tranquil cottage .It was a great base for our many mountain and coastal walks on Skye . Lovely to come back to after a long day exploring in all weathers! As it was hard to book nearby restaurants in Broadford (really busy) we appreciated the well equipped kitchen. Definitely recommend. Bill and Pam
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lothar B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Angenehmer Aufenthalt in einem etwas abseits gelegenen Dorf.
Schönes, sehr gut ausgestattetes und individuell eingerichtetes Haus mit Charakter.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape from work!
Really enjoyable break in Torrin which is a quiet hamlet 7 miles along a single track road between Broadford and Elgol. The house is halfway along a steep road opposite the mighty Blà Bheinn and Loch Slapin. The mobile phone reception and WiFi signal are not great but this was an attraction for us. The house has everything you need and the weather was kind so we had plenty of outdoor activities to occupy our teenagers. There is a lovely cafe nearby and you can get any shopping and fuel in Broadford. The petrol station is cheaper in Broadford than on the mainland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skye cottage
Old cottage renovated to high standard. Comfortable and cossy and very well appointed. Nice small garden. The cottage is within walking distance to a small beach and Loch Slapin and beautiful mountains. 7 miles from shops (Broadford) but close to tea shop. Communication with owner was easy and pre-stay package was very informative.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage in a spectacular location
This cottage is wonderful - cosy, comfortable, tastefully & cheerfully decorated and very well equipped. The beds are comfy & there's lots of lovely little thoughtful touches to make the stay extra special. The location is just spectacular - amazing views of mountains & lochs, close to a beach & waterfalls and loads of walks nearby. Perfect.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Lisanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
We (2 adults, 2 children) had a lovely stay during the christmas holidays. Everything was clean and well equiped. The Isle was beautiful and the home was a good starting point to explore. Don’t expect a touristy environment off season, but for peace, quiet and alot of beautifull nature, you are at the right place (dress for rain!).

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful space
Great cottage for a base to see everything in Skye! Everything you need. Highly recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Yin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote getaway
This place was very spacious and had a nicely stocked and updated kitchen. It is in a pretty remote area with no cell signal and very spotty wifi. The wifi does work when the weather is nice. However once the weather tursn bad the wifi does not work anymore. Other than that it is perfect if you want to be in a remote area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philippe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central location to visit Skye
All the family felt confortable in this home. From the cottage, it is possible to drive all around Skye and a bit outside (Loch Ness).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jayne A.

Fabulous cosy cottage
Brilliant cottage, close enough to the main roads to get out and see Skye but far enough away to make it peaceful and secluded. Had some trouble with the heating as it has all been turned off and with us having mostly classic Scottish weather we were all a bit damp. Got the heating sorted and the fire on by the second day and we were well away! Cottage was plenty big enough for 6 adults and had lots to do even on a rainy day with books, games and local walks down to the loch and Torrin Pools making for some lovely evenings in.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fay S.

We would love to return.
Lovely home, quiet location, everything worked,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great location
Great little cottage in a beautiful location albeit we couldn’t find it at first. Skye is such a beautiful island with so much to see and this cottage is ideally situated for both north and south attractions. Very clean and owners were very helpful when we couldn’t find the logs and switches for the heaters. Only downside is no phone reception and WiFi very slow in the cottage which is not always a bad thing as it’s nice to leave to phone alone, but you do need to be organised with postcodes and places to visit without needing the internet when at the cottage. All in all I would love to return one day.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

MONIQUE T.

Séjour très agréable
Très bel endroit pour découvrir l'île de Skye.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Skye weekend stay
Very nice property in a lovely location. Plenty of room and a well equipped property but the best point for us was the key safe as it allowed a flexible check in process. Shame that there was no internet or phone signal at the cottage but we were made aware of problems with the broadband before our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Tony S.

Very comfortablecottage - warm and cosy. All facilities great!
Very good base for 4 days - cottage was better than the weather! But a good base for exploring the whole island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Cary Harris

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Hi I'm Pete and I live in Edinburgh with my wife Cary.
We love the outdoor life - walking, cycling, exploring new places. Skye is the perfect place to do all of these!
I've been coming to Torrin since I was a wee boy as this was my aunt's house. As adults we've come to Torrin on holiday every year for the past 35 years and we feel it is our spiritual home.
We hope you enjoy the cottage as much as we do. Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

It's the perfect place to relax, explore, walk, climb, mountaineer etc.
Great for photographers and geologists too - a very famous geological region
Please note, as in much of the island there is no mobile reception in this area but you can get connected through the internet, 4G and Whatsapp

Languages:

English
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