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Traditional Croft House, modern interior, in stunning landscape, near the coast.

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Beach
Exterior
Exterior
Golf
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Near Staffin, Isle of Skye
  • Duntulm Castle
    4 min drive
  • Skye Museum of Island Life
    5 min drive
  • Flora Macdonald's Grave
    5 min drive

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About the area

Kilmuir

Located in Kilmuir, this cottage is by the sea, a 4-minute drive from Duntulm Castle and 5 minutes from Skye Museum of Island Life. .This cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Flora Macdonald's Grave and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Quiraing.
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What's nearby

  • Duntulm Castle - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Skye Museum of Island Life - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Flora Macdonald's Grave - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Quiraing - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • The Fairy Glen - 17 min drive - 18.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hungry Gull - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Columba 1400 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Flodigarry Hotel and High Tide Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kilnartin River Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gull on the Go - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traditional Croft House, modern interior, in stunning landscape, near the coast.

Attractive discounts for bookings of 7 nights plus.

Open plan living with wonderful natural light in a traditional stone croft house. Willie Mcleod’s House sits detached in a crofted landscape with beautiful views towards the nearby sea and the hills.

Near midway between Staffin and Uig, Willie's is well placed for access to the coast and the Trotternish Ridge with it's spectacular and wondrous Quiraing rock formations.
Inside the classic picturesque whitewashed cottage exterior is a modern-living surprise – all air, space and light downstairs in the living area, with smart, contemporary furnishings and tasteful, sympathetic decoration. The wood-burning stove adds to the air of warm, comfortable welcome.

The kitchen and bathroom finish the ground floor accommodation in style and functionality, including a walk-in shower and seperate bath and an additional single WC. The kitchen is fully equipped and newly upgraded, including electric oven, hob, washer/dryer, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave and dishwasher.

Up the wide wooden stairs to 3 bedrooms – a (king-size) double, a twin and a single. We provide linen and towels. An initial basket of logs and kindling is also provided for the wood-burner. Boot room.

Off-road parking for at least 3 cars. Willie’s shares it’s large garden with our own Byre.

Free unlimited wifi. No smoking. Pets strictly by arrangement.

Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Lorraine Harlow

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2250 sq ft (209 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 1

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Seniors-only community
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI-30432-F

Traditional Croft House, modern interior, in stunning landscape, near the coast. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful croft house, in a spectacular location.
The croft house was idyllic, beautifully renovated and decorated with all amenities one could want. It makes a perfect home from home and base for exploring the north of the island. The host obviously cares very much about her guests and this is reflected in the house itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage near Staffin
We fell in love with the home and its location. Had we known we would have spent more time there. We cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deedra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Croft house!
Wow. What an amazing home. The scenery and views in all directions are superb. If you want to get away from the crowds and have some calm, peaceful moments, this is the place for you. Our host, Lorraine was extremely prompt and very helpful with any questions we had. I will definitely go back and stay for a longer period of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique stay in remote Skye
Our family of 4 - with 2 kids ages 12 and 11 - really enjoyed staying here for 2 nights. The scenery was amazing and the cows, sheep and rabbits surrounding the house were entertaining. You definitely need to be comfortable driving some single track road though! Lorraine was great to communicate with and the house was spotless and very comfortable. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matilde

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A cozy and beautiful cottage, the host is very kind and the place around stunning. The neighbours are rabbits and sheeps, so this is a very quiet place, but you can go everywhere on the island so this is a perfect spot to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We made a very last minute booking and this was one of the only properties still available, it’s a little remote, but it was a lovely retreat at the end of the day. Very quiet and cozy and the views are incredible. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrien V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay!
Amazing surroundings - well equiped house - very friendly owner - communication was excellent - unforgettable experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S., Tega Cay, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
We loved it. The best was looking out and seeing the sheep and bunnies. I'm not sure why the previous reviewer had an issue with hot water/temp. We did not experience that at all. The shower was really warm and had great water pressure. The radiators worked very well too. The 3 bedrooms were great for us. Lorraine left us a sweet note and was lovely to deal with by direct message. Recommend getting groceries in portree, if possible, but Uig and Staffin had small stores too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restorative stay
Our family enjoyed 2 nights on Skye which were a much needed rest during our trip exploring Scotland. The space was warm, clean and cozy. We played games watched movies and cooked meals. Generally just slowing down for a full day. It was lovely, thank you Lorraine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

T D W.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful and wonderful.
The house was amazing and the views were breathtaking. Plus it was very quiet and peaceful. Our daughter absolutely loved having the room at the top of the stair overlooking the sheep pasture. Got to watch the sheep dogs move the sheep and we got a chance to chat with the shepherd who was very friendly. Our host was wonderful and she always responded very quick to any of our questions. This is an absolute must accommodation if you are visiting the northern end of the Isle of Skye.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Authentic Living at Isle of Skye
The house was a cute, updated original farmhouse on Isle of Skye. Great spot surrounded by pastures of sheep and cattle. Good location to see all the sites. It worked great for my parents and my husband and me.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Croft dreams
This property was just lovely and was such an authentic type cottage. I absolutely loved hearing the sheep and the views across the fields. Comfortable furnishings and snuggling in front of the fire. Fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari R., Rocky Mount, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
I don't think I could say enough about how delightful our stay at "Willie McLeod's House" was. It was by the far the nicest place we stayed. That was partly because the location is stunning, but also the house is beautiful! It's been perfectly remodeled, it's spacious and comfortable, very peaceful, and the artwork on the wall was my probably my favorite- beautiful just like the area surrounding it! Also, the host is a lovely woman and her friendly farmer neighbor was fun to talk with! One thing to mention- come prepared with food and provisions and make note that Sundays things aren't open sometimes- it takes awhile to get to the nearest restaurant, especially, I assume, during the warmer months- the roads are crowded with sheep and tourists. This place is off the beaten path though- so it's very peaceful. It's also close to an amazing walk to the coast- our favorite time in Scotland was spent in this house! We should have booked it for longer:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage on Skye
The cottage was charming and comfortable. We had a lovely stay. Lorraine left detailed instructions and we settled in without any difficulty. We had no issues. The landscape was beautiful and we enjoyed walks and views out to sea. The location is quite remote, but for us that was fine. It was peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed the antics of the resident bunnies from all the windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is absolutely awesome - better than advertised. It's in a beautiful location very near the big Trotternish nature sights (you can actually see it from the very top of the Quiraing hike), and the house itself is well-appointed, spacious, comfortable, and clean. Excellent stay. Not a critique, but something to be aware of is you're about 30 minutes from the very nearest restaurants, and things close early on Skye (also the nearby coffee shops weirdly only open at 11am), so you probably want to get some groceries on your way in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul and Bobbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skye's the Limit at Lorraines!
Where do I start? I guess first, the location, at the very north of Skye. Peaceful, serene, evenings with nary a sound but the sheep bleating in the distance. Second, the lovely Lorraine, who left us a hand written note on our arrival and baked us shortbread cookies to start our full day on Skye (during which my daughter became engaged at Neist Point). Third, the lovely remodeled Croft house, perfectly appointed and perfect for our every need. A truly exceptional experience for us in every way. If we could give 10 stars we would! Thank you Lorraine!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable living on the Isle of Skye
We spent two nights in Willie McLeod's house on Skye. The house is located way out on the peninsula, about an hour from Portree. It overlooks a sheep farm and far views of the sea. Be sure to reference Lorraine's instructions as GPS/SatNav might not work. The home is very comfortable. We enjoyed a fire one night because the evening was cool, but also had an impromptu picnic on the picnic bench the next (warm) afternoon. Lorraine was not at the property but she communicated with us so well that it felt like she was. We enjoyed the photographs of the massive renovation of the house to make it updated and comfortable. The house is within easy walking distance of some castle ruins and a pleasant hike along the hillside, but there isn't much else out there except for wild Skye. We got our supplies in Portree and thus did not need to leave again until we drove away to Oban. Just to note, there are 1.5 baths, but they are both downstairs, while all three bedrooms are upstairs. This was not a problem for us but might be for someone with mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Lovely location and views, great home, good host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Skye is a magical place and staying at this property was the most wonderful experience! The property is located in the middle of sheep farms and gorgeous scenery! The house has been renovated and beautifully decorated. The host, Lorraine, was extremely helpful and responsive to all of our inquiries. It could not have been better and we would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

annie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
lovely cottage in dramatic landscape
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
An unforgettable experience
It was an absolute delight staying at Lorraine's property. Her hospitality was one of the highlights, from a lovely welcome letter to helpful recommendations and more, she is a delightful host. And the property, myyyyy gooodnessss, the property. Absolutely stunning. Sheep, cows, and rabbits everywhere, incredible views, and the friendliest man, Alan, taking care of the sheep. We had a wonderful time and wish we could have stayed for a month.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best host
Unfortunately we were unable to stay because of an accident prior to our arrival. Our host was very understanding and checked on us. Very kind. We will try again next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homely in an amazing Highland setting
This is our second stay at Willie McCleods cottage . Which says we mean it is a perfect place for people like ourselves to stay . We traveled with our Working Springer Spaniel & Patterdale . They could watch from the windows of the cottage , for hours at the rabbits and backdrop . It’s set in a working farm land with local shepherd Alan tending to his sheep & his team of several collies . With this in mind , always sensible to lead walk in the immediate vicinity. 10 minutes walk and you are immersed in open countryside. The Quiraing Hills very clearly in sight straight at the front of the cottage . I photographed two sea eagles from here. The cottage with wood burner and full equipped kitchen makes for a pleasant comfy stay . Half wished for bad weather to enjoy a lazy indoors day . But we have a habit of bringing blue skies with us .. and whether it’s an early sunrise walk to the bothy on Rhuba Hunish or a very short 5 minute car journey and you are set on track for a walk through the Quiraing Hills . We’ve travelled quite a bit to far stretches of South America etc.. But wow .we are blown away by the walks local to this cottage . Looking forward to seeing Alan the shepherd in lambing season next year. Overdue a wee dram with him . Thank you for letting us stay again Lorraine 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could have been much better
Pros: property was clean, 2 bathrooms were a definite plus, washer/dryer were nice to have. Close to Rubha Hunish trail. Cons: when we got there the heat had not been turned up, the setting on the wall register was 8 C (46 F). It was a cold, windy and rainy day so we were ready to be warm. We all kept our coats on and started a fire. (But if you used all the wood you had to pay to get more). The owner had texted me and knew we were coming at 5 so we were not sure why the heat wasn't on. The house really didn't warm up for more than 24 hours. There was a very strong cold draft coming in from under the door we blocked with pillows. Hot water only from 7am-9am and 4pm-7pm. Shower has its own hot water but was so difficult to regulate you couldn't stand under it as it was either cold or scortching. One in our party took a bath because she couldn't get the shower temp to regulate. Owner was contacted about the heat and when hot water was available but she only gave hours for water and didn't adress heat. Listing make house appear much much closer to the coast than it actually is. Would not stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024