Cuillin View House Skye
Self Catering Cottage
Wake up to uninterrupted views of the iconic Cuillin mountains and stay in one of Skye’s most centrally located holiday homes. Fully renovated in 2024, Cuillin View combines modern comfort, four en suite bedrooms, and a location that makes exploring the entire island easy. The perfect base for experiencing the very best of the Isle of Skye.
ABOUT
Cuillin View House is a fully renovated self-catering home with uninterrupted views of the iconic Cuillin mountains and a genuinely central base for exploring the Isle of Skye. Refurbished in May 2024, the house combines modern comfort, generous space, and one of the island’s most sought-after outlooks. Positioned to face the Cuillin Hills, the property enjoys open, ever-changing mountain views from the main living areas — the kind of setting people come to Skye for: dramatic, atmospheric, and unforgettable.
Renovated for Comfort
The house was comprehensively upgraded in 2024 to create a high-quality, practical space designed for relaxed group stays. Every detail has been refreshed with comfort and functionality in mind. The interiors are clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed to help you unwind after full days exploring the island.
Sleeps Up to 8 – Designed for Groups
Cuillin View House comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests, making it ideal for families, walking groups, or friends travelling together. Four en suite bedrooms ensure privacy and ease, while generous living spaces offer room to relax together or enjoy your own space. The home features a spacious lounge with panoramic Cuillin views, a modern dining kitchen with separate dining area, a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, and private garden space.
A Truly Central Location on Skye
Location is one of Cuillin View House’s greatest strengths. Skye’s attractions are spread across different regions of the island, and driving times can quickly add up. The property sits in Drynoch, near Carbost, between Portree (approximately 12 miles) and Broadford (approximately 18 miles), placing you in a strong central position for exploring the island efficiently.
Close to Skye’s Key Highlights
Many of Skye’s most sought-after attractions are close at hand, including Talisker Distillery (5 miles), the Fairy Pools (8 miles), and Portree Harbour (12 miles). Further landmarks such as Neist Point Lighthouse (29 miles), Dunvegan Castle (21 miles), the Quiraing (32 miles), Old Man of Storr (29 miles), Fairy Glen (28 miles), and Coral Beach (25 miles) are all well within reach, making it easy to combine multiple highlights into flexible day plans from this well-positioned base.
Food and Drink Nearby
Several well-known local bars and cafés are just a few minutes away, including Café Cùil, Seumas’ Bar and The Old Inn. The location also provides straightforward access to Skye’s most celebrated restaurants, including The Three Chimneys, Kinloch Lodge, Edinbane Lodge and Scorrybreac.
Private, Comfortable, Well Positioned
Guests have exclusive use of the entire house and surrounding garden. There are no shared facilities, ensuring privacy and independence throughout your stay.
Cuillin View House offers a rare combination on Skye: direct Cuillin views, contemporary renovated interiors, four en suite bedrooms, and true island centrality — the perfect base for experiencing the very best of the Isle of Skye.
OUR ROOMS
Each of the four bedrooms at Cuillin View House has been carefully designed with comfort and privacy in mind. Featuring high-quality beds, contemporary furnishings, and private en suite bathrooms, the rooms provide a calm and welcoming retreat after full days exploring the island. Spacious, modern, and thoughtfully finished, they offer the perfect balance of practicality and relaxation for families and groups alike.
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THINGS TO DO
Cuillin View House places you within easy reach of Skye’s most iconic landscapes, historic landmarks, and culinary highlights. From dramatic coastal viewpoints to legendary mountain walks and world-class dining, the island’s best experiences are all accessible from this well-positioned base.
Iconic Landscapes
Discover the scenery that makes Skye world-famous. Visit the Fairy Pools (8 miles), explore the dramatic rock formations of the Quiraing (32 miles), or hike to the Old Man of Storr (29 miles) for panoramic island views. Neist Point Lighthouse (29 miles) and Coral Beach (25 miles) offer unforgettable coastal landscapes, while the unique Fairy Glen (28 miles) provides a landscape unlike anywhere else in Scotland. All within comfortable reach, allowing you to explore multiple highlights.
Walking & Outdoor Adventure
From gentle coastal walks to challenging mountain routes in the Cuillins, Skye offers outdoor experiences for every ability. The central location of Cuillin View House makes it easy to explore different regions of the island without long return journeys.
Historic & Cultural Sites
Step into Skye’s history at Dunvegan Castle (21 miles), the ancestral seat of Clan MacLeod, set among formal gardens overlooking the sea. Visit the Skye Museum of Island Life (33 miles) for a glimpse of traditional crofting life, or explore Portree (12 miles), the island’s colourful harbour town with galleries and boat tours. In the south, Armadale Castle & Gardens offers further Highland heritage, while boat trips from Elgol provide access to Loch Coruisk beneath the Cuillins.
Wildlife & Boat Trips
Boat trips from Portree and Elgol offer opportunities to see sea eagles, seals, dolphins, and dramatic cliff formations from the water. Wildlife is part of everyday life on Skye, from red deer on the hills to seabirds along the coast.
Whisky & Local Produce
Talisker Distillery (5 miles) offers tours and tastings of Skye’s renowned coastal single malt whisky. The Sconser ferry terminal (approx 5 miles), provides access to the Isle of Raasay and its award-winning distillery. To the south, Torrabhaig Distillery (approx. 35 miles) adds another chapter to Skye’s modern whisky story. In Portree, Isle of Skye Distillers produce the popular Misty Isle Gin, showcasing the island’s growing craft spirits scene.
Food & Drink
Within a short drive you’ll find Café Cùil, Seumas’ Bar, The Old Inn, and Bog Myrtle for relaxed local dining. The central position also makes it straightforward to plan visits to Skye’s celebrated restaurants, including The Three Chimneys, Scorrybreac, Kinloch Lodge, Edinbane Lodge, and Loch Bay.
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