Guests say
Heron's Rest is a charming cottage set in a stunning, peaceful location on the Isle of Skye, ideal for those seeking tranquillity and beautiful views. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy atmosphere, and dog-friendly enclosed garden. The cottage offers good value for money and is conveniently close to a well-stocked local shop and café. Some guests noted areas for improvement, such as cleanliness, mattress comfort, and minor maintenance issues, but overall, the property provides a memorable and relaxing escape.
Several guests found the cottage clean and tidy, particularly the kitchen and utility room, but others reported issues with dirty floors, kitchen utensils, and an unclean oven. Cleanliness appears inconsistent, with some guests needing to clean on arrival.
The location is widely praised for its breathtaking views, peaceful setting, and proximity to local amenities. While a few found it tricky to find, most guests loved the remote, scenic environment and easy access to walks and wildlife.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and warm, with a comfortable sofa and adequate heating. However, several reviews mention the need for a new mattress and bedding, and some found the bed uncomfortable. The peaceful setting contributed positively to sleep quality.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen essentials, heating, WiFi, and entertainment options. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as a weak shower, broken fridge shelf, and outdated furniture. The enclosed garden is a highlight for dog owners.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
From this property, discover the panoramic views of Macleod’s Tables to the east and Loch Pooltiel to the west..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Enclosed grassed area. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Five minutes’ walk from the seashore, this cosy, detached holiday cottage enjoys panoramic views of Macleod’s Tables to the east and the sea Loch Pooltiel to the west. A super area for mountain biking, climbing, kayaking, fishing and much, much more. Take a trip to Dunvegan Castle, the colourful island ‘capital’ of Portree, Talisker Distillery or travel to the south end of the island fondly called ‘The Garden of Skye’. Here you can visit Armadale Castle and Gardens or explore the unspoilt coastline and perhaps catch a glimpse of the vast array of wildlife. For the less energetic, just sit back and relax and watch the ever changing, stunning scenery from the cottage windows. Shops 1.5 miles, pubs 9 miles and restaurant 4 miles.
Free WiFi
This property is close to a loch/sea.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (17)
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Alison Harvey
I want to be fair here. The location is beautiful, the bed is comfortable and so is the sofa. The shower, like most very rural areas, has limited pressure but there's a bath and plenty of hot water which you can boost. The access is appalling if your car is low. I scraped my exhaust endless times and to avoid pot holes, I was scratching the car on bushes that need cutting back. The cottage is very dirty and I wouldn't use the oven because it's awful. No logs as stated on arrival and apparently the owner no longer does that so that should be removed from the site. The wheelie bin was full and we rang the caretaker to ask her to put it out on Friday as it was too heavy for us to push up the slope. She said she would and then didn't do it's still full. I have never been so relieved to leave anywhere!
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Sue
What a wonderful find!!! A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Despite having other cottages near ( but not too close) it feels like you are alone. The outlook is undisturbed and exceptional, i agree with another reviewer who turned the sofa to face the windows to enjoy the view. Never touched the tv whilst there, the peace and tranquility was incredible. Can walk dogs from cottage to various places, but also situated for exploring by car. Local people we spoke to were incredibly friendly, there is a local shop and cafe too. I think the amenities were in keeping with the area. You can stock up on food, theres a freezer too. Had a wonderful, truly memorable holiday, would definitely return, no hesitation!!!
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Peter Edmunds
The location was a bit difficult to find, 2 gates to go through and down a rutted track the cottage was very nice and clean, it was well equipped apart from a shortage of forks. The bed was comfortable - the pillows and quilt had seen better days. There was always plenty of hot water. The settee was comfortable. Would we stay there again...yes.