An Airigh

Galtrigill, Isle of Skye
Self-catering

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Per night
£176 - £230
Per week
£1232

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Bracing walks, a wonderful coral beach, super restaurants nearby, boating and fishing. Return to your beautiful, private space and unwind

Per night
£176 - £230
Per week
£1232

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£176 - £230 per night

£1232 per week

The Experience

Wildlife fans will spot whales, dolphins, eagles, seals, otters and deer; wander through tall grasses sprinkled with bluebells, wild garlic and rare orchids. Stride over stunning hills, cycle your socks off, fish from the shore – there’s much to do and see from your award-winning architect-designed retreat on the hill. Inside is equally invigorating: floor to ceiling windows for long and wide views, a crisply dressed bed, super shower room, a sofa facing the sea and a sleek kitchen on the side.

You’ll feel very private: lovely Ian and Robbie are just down the hill but you can’t see them and they can’t see you. Instead they leave you alone with tasty biscuits and a good bottle of wine. If it all sounds too rustic for you then take heart! There’s a widescreen TV with Sky, WiFi, and a smart music system – even if it’s raining you’ll feel happy here.
Treat yourselves to a meal out at The Three Chimneys, a 10-minute winding drive.

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We think you'll love

  • The stunning views,the ever-changing light over the water towards the coral beach and the pure peace.
  • Wandering down a path through a meadow to the superb shoreline
  • There is a secure bike shed.
Modern double bedroom with views out to sea

You should know

  • Sorry, no dogs
  • It does take quite a while to get anywhere with single track roads - take it slowly and enjoy the views

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £176
Weekly price
£1232
1 Cottage for 2
From £1761 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm-10pm Saturday
Check out
By 9.45am Saturday
Other details
Minimum stay: 4 nights. Short breaks available.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Property
This property is part of a working farm or vineyard.

Reviews

Melanie, Lincoln

So comfortable, so peaceful. Drinking in the view every day is definitely soul-restoring. Attentive (but never intrusive) hosts. We loved it.


Martin, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

A peaceful location with stunning views across the Loch where we spotted porpoises feeding and gannets diving. The strategically placed sofa affords the perfect panorama where you can spend hours watching the ever changing weather and amazing marine wildlife. The silence strikes you; perfect for total relaxation. Ian and Robbie are on hand if needed but will respect your privacy and leave you alone to ponder or paint meditate or muse. Recommended for anyone needing a place to retreat, relax or recuperate.


David, Chester

The location and the view are breathtaking. The house is beautiful with fantastic design combined with comfort. It is equipped to a really high standard with lots of information on things to do in the area. It's so peaceful just watching the ever changing light across the sea.


rob, den haag

It is in the details An excellent experience, in a truly beautiful location. A modern minimalistic but still luxurious designed house. And yes, the view and location are indeed splendid. But I think most remarkable are all the small details that makes this a perfect stay: - The used materials from Skye, like curtains and skins. - Maps and cards - The cutlery Etc...


Deborah, Falmouth

A truly beautiful property in an idyllic location. The attention to detail is superb,especially the locally sourced tweed cushions and curtains, and sheepskin rugs which add a luxurious touch. After exploring the beauty of Skye each day, it was truly lovely to return to An Airigh and relax. Robbie and Ian are great hosts and have thought of everything. We loved our stay at An Airigh.


Location

The neighbourhood

Galtrigill is a small crofting township beside Loch Dunvegan - it's pretty much the 'end of the line' so there's no passing traffic. The nearest village shop, post office and the lovely Café Lephin is at Glendale, a 15-minute drive. Dunvegan is 25 minutes for Fasgadh Stores, the Fruit and Nut Place, a good bakery and The Dunvegan for informal, relaxed dining.

Local points of interest from Ian McLean

  • We are a short drive away from The Three Chimneys Restaurant
  • Dunvegan Head is a short 1 hour walk to the highest sea cliff on Skye with stunning 360 degree view of the Western Isles, Macleods Tables, The Cuillin and the Trotternish Ridge.
  • Neist Point - There is a Lighthouse and rocks reputed to be same formation that reaches over to the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland. It’s a great place for fishing, wildlife such as dolphins, whales and sea birds as well as glorious sunsets.
  • Dunvegan Castle - Is Scotland’s oldest inhabited castle: you can explore the grounds and the beautiful walled garden. From there you can take seal boat trips.
  • Coral Beach - The white sandy beach is directly across the loch from An Airigh, made from unique calcified seaweed. It’s a beautiful natural place whatever the weather and the clear water looks so inviting. During very low tides you can cross the causeway.

Introducing

Ian McLean

Charming Ian and Robbie, great lovers of nature, swapped their London city jobs for a complete lifestyle change and are now crofters. They have Hebridean sheep, a vegetable garden with polytunnel and they planted the meadow in front of you as well as many trees. They came to Skye for the landscape, the wildlife and hill-walking and they hope you love it as much as they evidently do.