Hillside Cottage
Uig,
Isle of Skye
A light-filled, contemporary island cottage set in a peaceful countryside spot on northern Skye—featuring a cozy open fire, a ground-floor king master bedroom, a dedicated play den for children, and breathtaking mountain views. Sleeps up to 4.
Tucked away in a peaceful setting on the northern tip of the Isle of Skye (on the famous Trotternish Peninsula), this traditional cottage has been thoughtfully updated with a fresh, contemporary interior. Perfect for couples or young families, the property pairs classic Scottish highland charm with modern conveniences, making it an ideal base for walking the nearby Quiraing, exploring coastal ruins, or enjoying cozy family evenings by the fire.
Warm Living Spaces with Open Fire: Relax in a comfortable sitting room centered around a traditional open fire—ideal for unwinding after days out exploring the island.
Family-Friendly Layout with Kids’ Play Den: Features two cozy first-floor single bedrooms connected by a secret, dedicated play den that younger guests will love.
Ground-Floor Accessibility: Includes a spacious ground-floor king-size master bedroom and a full family bathroom on the main level.
Private Garden & Mountain Vistas: Large grassed garden complete with a bistro table for two—perfect for taking in the big skies and dramatic mountain scenery over morning coffee or evening wine.
The Interior Layout
Ground Floor
Cozy Sitting & Dining Room: Styled in soft, welcoming tones with plush sofas, an atmospheric open fire, TV, and a clever foldaway dining table for family meals.
Immaculate Galley Kitchen: Superbly equipped self-catering kitchen designed to make meal preparation simple and hassle-free, complete with modern appliances and essential cookware.
Master King Bedroom: Generously sized ground-floor bedroom styled in calming blue tones, featuring a king-size bed and peaceful countryside outlooks.
Ground-Floor Family Bathroom: Modern bathroom suite featuring a deep bath with an overhead shower, basin, and WC.
First Floor
Two Single Bedrooms: Two charming twin-eaves bedrooms set under coombe ceilings, perfect for children or teenagers.
Children’s Play Den: A clever, dedicated playroom nestled between the upper bedrooms—giving younger family members their own secret space for games and toys.
Outdoor Space & Garden
Large Lawned Garden: Expansive grass lawn offering plenty of outdoor space for children to play safely in the island air.
Bistro Terrace: Outdoor table and chairs positioned to capture sweeping, panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and glens.
Private Driveway: Off-road parking space right beside the cottage.
Exploring Northern Skye & Trotternish
Northern Skye is home to some of the most extraordinary landscapes and family attractions in the Inner Hebrides:
World-Class Hiking Routes: Walk the dramatic loop of The Quiraing (9.5 miles) or hike up to the iconic pinnacle of the Old Man of Storr (20 miles).
Outdoor Family Adventures: Visit Whitewave, Skye’s Outdoor Centre at Kilmuir (28 miles) for guided family kayaking, hill walking, archery, and abseiling.
Portree Town & Harbour (14.5 miles): Take a short drive to Skye’s colorful island capital to enjoy seafood bistros, independent gift shops, and wildlife boat tours to spot sea eagles, otters, and seals.
Castles & Historic Sites: Explore historic Dunvegan Castle & Gardens (29 miles) to tour the ancestral seat of Clan MacLeod and enjoy boat trips out to the Loch Dunvegan seal colonies.
Getting Here & Practical Details
Location: Northern Skye / Trotternish Peninsula, Isle of Skye (accessed via the scenic A855 coastal route from Portree).
Occupancy & Layout: Two-storey cottage sleeping up to 4 guests across 3 Bedrooms (1 Ground-Floor King, 2 First-Floor Singles + Play Den).
Key Features: Open fire, children’s play den, ground-floor king bedroom & bathroom, mountain views, garden with bistro seating, off-road parking.
Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.
Sleeps 4, Pets Welcome
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