Guests say
Heron's Rest is a cosy cottage on the Isle of Skye, offering stunning views and a peaceful retreat. It's well-equipped for a comfortable stay, with a good heating system and wifi. The local area boasts charming coffee shops and essential amenities. Guests appreciate the property's historic charm and enclosed garden, ideal for dogs and wildlife spotting.
The kitchen is noted to be clean and well-equipped, but there are mentions of dirty floors and kitchen utensils, suggesting room for improvement in cleanliness.
The cottage's remote location on the Isle of Skye is praised for its beautiful setting and tranquility, with easy access to local shops and cafes.
Mixed reviews on the bed's comfort, with some guests finding it adequate and others uncomfortable. The peaceful environment contributes positively to the comfort score.
Facilities like heating and wifi are commended, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as the shower, entertainment systems, and general wear and tear.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host, so this category cannot be scored.
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.
Reviews (6)
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Scott McNeill
Nice wee cottage, has everything to get you through the holiday. Enough dishes, pots and utensils. There was plenty of cleaning products. The heating system and wifi were great, the Shower was ok but i would advise that the bed needs replacing but not a deal breaker [We did take our own pillows and duvet]. The cottage is off the beaten path but for the money we paid it was still worth it.
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Dave
Fantastic location away from the hoards in their hire cars. Reading previous reviews rest assured the bed is comfortable (just needs a bigger duvet) and there is plenty of hot water for the shower if you press the boost button in the utility room, no it won’t jet your skin off but it’s perfectly acceptable. We always kept the gate shut but it makes no difference, sheep come and go as they please, although we never saw one scale the gate. Minor housekeeping quibbles: please bring your own sharp kitchen knives, there’s only a bread knife. There’s loads of old plastic tubs that need binning, the milk shelf in the fridge is broken and the sofa cushions need replacing. You don’t need the tv or sound system, just turn the sofa round to face the windows and enjoy what you’ve paid for. If the winter is harsh then the gateways are going to need some work, don’t rush in (or out) you’ll damage your wheels/suspension/bumper/wallet. If you hear scratching in the night, it’s not a ghost, just some small furry friends rummaging around. They’re not in the house but the owner would be advised to get them checked out to make sure they’re not causing damage to the property.All in all well worth the money, you’ll be staying in a piece of history, enjoy it.
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Confirmed Guest
This cottage is in a beautiful setting overlooking a valley and loch the local and surrounding area needs to be seen. It is in one of the remote areas of Skye but we'll worth the trip. The village has two coffee shops and a well stocked post office shop, so essentials are readily available. A very enjoyable week.