Guests say
Guests are enchanted by the secluded, wildlife-rich setting of this cottage on the Isle of Skye, praising its stunning views and cosy atmosphere. The unique experiences with local fauna, including seals, otters, and pine martens, are a highlight, contributing to a memorable stay. While some areas could benefit from updates and a deeper clean, the charm of the location and the warmth of the owner's welcome leave a lasting impression.
The cottage received some criticism for cleanliness, with mentions of items under the bed and a need for a more thorough cleaning in the kitchen. However, these were minor points in otherwise positive reviews.
The location is consistently lauded as stunning and peaceful, offering an abundance of wildlife sightings and a sense of seclusion that guests find deeply rewarding.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, with a good level of comfort mentioned in several reviews. The warmth of the house and the equipped nature of the living spaces contribute to this high score.
While the overall resources of the cottage are appreciated, there are comments about the need for updates in the kitchen and bathroom, and some maintenance issues with the oven and cupboard doors. The TV was also noted as not being a smart TV as listed.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the owner, so it is not possible to score this category. Guests should note that while the owner is helpful, any additional thoughtful gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
Sit out to the front of the house, or in the sun lounge watching the otters, seals and sea eagles, and be mesmerised by the small turnaround ferry that sails from the slip by the house.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Sun Room.
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Grounds with garden furniture. Fly fishing on-site. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property is accessed via a rough track and there is direct access to the loch.. The House on the Slip is the oldest house in Kylerhea and as per the name, sits on the point at Kylerhea and is a mere 10-12 feet from the “Hide Tide line”. There is nothing better than to sit in the sun room watching the tide come in, and hearing the waves as they hit the rocks right in front of your eyes. Sleeping upstairs can also be accompanied by listening to the loch and the surrounding wildlife. In the field behind the cottage are the owner’s Hebridean sheep, and back again are their two Shetland ponies. You really will have your own haven away from the hustle and bustle, as the cottage is at the end of a wee track so hearing traffic is a rarity.
The children will find their hideaways as they go along the shore. Throughout the day, you can watch the seals and otters in front of the house and the frequent visitors of the dolphins, porpoises and basking sharks. Above the sea, you can see the golden eagles that fly the high ridges above while the two resident sea eagles Victor and Orla rob the fish off the seagulls outside the patio doors.
The loch in front of the house is the Kylerhea Narrows, and you can get the small community-run turntable ferry over from Glenelg on the mainland. The first sailing is at 10AM, and the last sailing is between 6 and 7PM and is dependent on the season. Although there is no advance booking facility, the local ferrymen would not see anyone left behind!
Whilst walking around Kylerhea you can see roe deer, red deer, mink, pine martens, weasels, foxes, adders and alpacas. There really is something for all the family; teach the kids how to fly fish from the rocks and enjoy the fruits of your fishing for your meal. The views at night from the house are some of the best views you will ever see, a great spot for the Northern Lights. This is truly a holiday cottage that you and your family will remember and pass on the amazing stories to generations to come.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (10)
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Confirmed Guest
Setting of house is lovely, right on the water's edge, picture window is fantastic in lounge and master bedroom. We had regular visits from a Pine Marten, Otter, Seal and Heron and saw lots of other wildlife during our stay. Beds were comfortable, and house was very cozy. May not suit those over 5 foot 10 as head height is quite restricted upstairs, particularly in the ensuite. Given house is supposed to sleep 6 it would be good to have more crockery and cutlery, had to keep washing things by hand despite the dishwasher as we kept running out and there was only 4 of us.Secluded location down 7 mile of single track road makes it a great place to escape the world. Can do walks to the rocky beach right from the house. Does make other parts of Skye a bit further away to explore but not impossible.Despite not allowing dogs at the property there seemed to be quite a lot of dog hairs around.Directions sent ahead of arrival took us to the associated "house on the shore" not the slip. Turn left at the post box not right. Owner has been trying to get this updated online.Listing did not make it clear the house has a private water supply, (which is treated and tested), but some may prefer bottled water and it is a long way to go to shop once you have arrived so better to know in advance.We had a power cut on our first night for around 16 hours following a storm, but the owner was great at keeping us informed of estimated reinstatement timelines. He also dropped off extra wood to keep us warm if we wanted to light the log burner.
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Confirmed Guest
Great location and with all the wildlife was just what i was looking for. Lovely cottage with everything you need.
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SUSAN FLEET
Location,,location, location. Fabulous spot, incredible views, wonderful wildlife. Warm and cosy. What’s not to like? A little dated in the kitchen area perhaps but nothing detrimental. We had a fantastic week in November. . Enjoy