Coruisk House

Elgol, Isle of Skye
Hotel
+44 (0)1471 866330
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From
£180 - £465
per night

A wonderful drive over the mountains to the wild side of Skye with its moody lochs, heather-covered hills and this restaurant with rooms

Bedroom

5 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2 – 4

£180 - £465 per night

The Experience

Follow the road for 15 miles down the glen, past tiny cottages and wandering sheep, around the loch and over the mountain, to a converted croft house at the end of the track, where a glass of prosecco greets you on arrival and Belgian hot chocolate is offered before bed.

The breakfast room runs along the front of the house with a string of windows that frame the view, and the restaurant is in the conservatory. While the wood-burner keeps things cosy, the small daily-changing menu is testimony to the chef’s exceptional food. Two bedrooms and two suites – simple and stylish – are divided between Coruisk House and The Steading next door.

Drop down to Elgol harbour, where Bonnie Prince Charlie fled for his life, and gaze upon the mighty Cuillin rising from the sea – you might also glimpse seals and puffins. You can roam the hills for miles to spot deer.

Coruisk House - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • The beauty and remoteness of the setting
  • Eating such simple yet spectacular food
  • Being surrounded by so much wildlife
Coruisk House - Gallery

You should know

  • Strictly no children under 14
  • Elgol village has just one café/ shop
  • Meals must be booked in advance

Essentials

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

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £180
Surcharges
Dinner, B&B £115-£315 per person.
1 Double
From £200
2 Doubles
From £180
1 Suite for 4
From £400

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm-9pm
Check out
10.30am
Other details
Children over 14 welcome. Pets by arrangement.
Closed
Christmas, New Year, 1 December - 19 January.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Meals
Dinner, 4 course set menu, £85 (served at 7pm). Please let owners know of any dietary requirements upon making dinner reservation.

Reviews

My (now) wife and I stayed and dined here for our wedding which we had down on Elgol beach in late August. The entire experience from start to finish was absolutely incredible…. We were impressed by the local sourcing of ingredients, high quality of preparation and the nuance of each dish….. The wine list is extensive and personally researched by the ever-so-kind owners, and you really feel like they are welcoming you as old friends or family into their home. On the whole, we were extremely pleased with our time at Coruisk house and it will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Jo, Ottawa, Ontario

A wonderful three days in Skye. Accommodation very good and the food superb. Claire was a very gracious and informative host. Will recommend to any friends travelling to Skye. A perfect base for three days of exploration.

Kim, Fremantle

Magnificent food, lovely accommodation, fabulously friendly and welcoming

Jessica, Bath

Warm and welcoming with fantastic food. Sue and I enjoyed our stay enormously and Iain rose to the challenge with varied and delicious vegetarian options for me.

Iain, Wolverley

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Location

The neighbourhood

Wild walks start from the door, and the bay of Camasunary is close. The view over Loch Scavaig from Elgol harbour (2km) is one of the most spectacular in the UK. Climb Blaven, the only munro on Skye outside the Cuillin ridge, or take a boat trip to Rum and Canna. It’s a wonderful area for wildlife: you can watch sea eagles and golden eagles circling the house, and red deer trotting into the fields.

Local points of interest from Iain Roden & Clare Winskill

  • Fantastic walks abound. Escape to the real remote part of Skye away from the crowds. Discover clearance villages, Bonnie Prince Charlie's cave and an iron age broch. See the finest view of the Cuillin on Skye! ** Our gorgeous thatched cottage now available
  • Boat trips from the harbour just a five minute drive away take you to spectacular Loch Coruisk or the stunning islands of Rum and Canna. See sea eagles, golden eagles, dolphins, puffins, basking sharks and (on a good day!) orcas and minke whales....
  • We are known for our exquisite wine list including more than 70 Burgundies, each one carefully chosen. Ask Clare to make a loaf of her delicious bread, truffles and shortbread to take away with you. Please order at the time the room reservation is made
  • Large luxurious suite available. Two double bedrooms each with sumptuous king size double bed. Also includes separate bathroom, shower room and sitting room. White walls, Kate Forman fabrics, large claw foot bath. New this year our gorgeous cosy cottage!
  • Come and taste our locally sourced venison from Ross Macrae at Edinbane, our lamb and hogget from Linicro Larder and Dunflashadder Croft, our fish is landed at Kyle of Lochalsh and shellfish in Elgol harbour.
  • Come and get married here (why not elope.....?). We can help with your arrangements and offer a delicious wedding breakfast for two to 12 guests. Have a look at our website for details. Skye is home to world class wedding photographers. Make memories here

Introducing

Iain Roden & Clare Winskill

Owners Iain and Claire are "passionate and obsessed by the beauty that surrounds Coruisk House,” helping guests discover the best of the Strathaird peninsula. Also passionate about food and wine, they use the finest ingredients, from wild venison and hand-dived scallops to Scottish cheeses and Drambuie. Iain can also turn his hand to lovely vegetarian dishes.