Guests say
The Old Dye House on the Isle of Skye is highly praised for its tranquil, picturesque location and stunning views. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cosy, spacious interior, well-equipped kitchen, and warm, welcoming atmosphere provided by the owner. The property is ideal for a peaceful getaway, with excellent walks and local crafts nearby. While a few guests noted the bathroom and garden could benefit from some updates, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, making it a popular choice for couples and dog owners seeking relaxation and natural beauty.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as clean, tidy, and well-presented. There are no significant complaints about cleanliness, and guests felt comfortable and at ease during their stay.
The location is repeatedly described as stunning, peaceful, and ideal for those seeking tranquillity and beautiful views. Its remoteness is seen as a positive by most, though some mention the need to travel for amenities.
Guests found the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with a spacious downstairs area and a comfy bed. A few noted the mattress was too soft for their preference and the bedroom height could be restrictive for taller guests.
The cottage is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, log burner, and good WiFi. Some guests mentioned the bathroom could use an upgrade and noted the lack of a fenced garden for dogs, but overall facilities met or exceeded expectations.
The owner, Judi, is frequently described as welcoming, helpful, and attentive, creating a homely atmosphere. While some guests mention thoughtful touches, such as books and puzzles, there is no mention of guaranteed gifts.
About this property
If you’re looking to escape and unwind, then this remote detached cottage is for you. Relax by the wood burner and enjoy the sea views.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 36" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included.. Small garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Old Dye House is set in a quiet location overlooking the sea, and on good days you can see the Outer Hebrides far in the distance. This detached cottage for two, adjacent to the owner’s home, is spacious and warm and has been sympathetically renovated and furnished to a very good standard. Beautifully presented with tasteful use of colours and textures, The Old Dye House makes the perfect base from which to explore the lovely Isle of Skye and the west coast.
Waternish itself is home to several art galleries, a family run sheepskin tannery, which gives guided tours, the oldest inn on Skye and a Michelin star restaurant. There are also plenty of walks available nearby for all abilities and the best sunsets on the island. Set towards the northern end of the island, all the attaractions Skye has to offer are within easy driving distance. Take a trip to Dunvegan Castle and gardens, and after enjoying that you can take a walk along the shoreline to Coral Beach – just stunning! Visit Portree, the island’s capital, with its wide variety of shops, art galleries, craft shops and some great places to eat and drink. A trip from Portree to the Trotternish Peninsula is well recommended. You will see dramatic scenery, and one of the most famous walks, the Old Man of Storr, which is a large pinnacle of rock and can be seen for many miles. Part of the Trotternish Ridge was created by a massive ancient landslide leaving probably what is one of the most photographed landscapes in the world.
To the southern end of the island you will find the Sleat Peninsula, known as the ‘Garden of Skye’, where you can visit Armadale Castle along with some amazing places to eat. There is a large variety of outdoor pursuits available including hill and mountain climbing in the famous Cuillins, sea trips, fishing, kayaking, sailing and mountain biking. Take a stroll along some of the many quiet and unspoilt beaches which surround the rugged coastline. For the less energetic, sit back and relax in front of the wood burner and enjoy the everchanging vistas. Shop 21 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
EPC Rating = D
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Letting licence no.: HI-30109-R
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (23)
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Nicola Walker
We are just back from a week at The Old Dye house. It was cosy, comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed. Everything had been thought of including books and puzzles in case the weather wasn’t good. The location is quiet and the views were stunning. The location means that you do have to travel to get to attractions (around 45 minutes to Portree) but for us that added to its get away from it all charm. Would definitely recommend.
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Dave Wright
We (two adults and two dogs) have recently returned from two fabulous weeks at The Old Dye House.The cottage has been wonderfully set out for a couple with (or without) dogs in tow.In spite of the remoteness, there is good WiFi and TV signal if this is important to you.The view from the open plan downstairs room is wonderful.This room itself is pleasingly divided by the wooden staircase up to the mezzanine, separating the kitchen/dinner from the sitting room. We arrived during the warmest spell perhaps in living memory(!) so had no need to try out the heating, but radiators and a log burner are available.The kitchen is well appointed, and the sitting room comfortable, whilst upstairs the double bed is also comfy. Just be aware that it is located directly beneath the sloping roof, so you do need to watch your head, especially if you are 6 feet tall or more.If you are looking at The Old Dye House as somewhere to stay then you are probably aware of the remoteness of the area. But most day to day amenities can be found in nearby Dunvegan, or a little further afield in Portree.Closer to the cottage, I can recommend the cheese and onion pies at SkyeskynS.The only real thing to be cognisant of if you are traveling with your pooches, is the garden around the property is not enclosed, so dogs should be kept on leads outside.Other than that, a fine 10/10.
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Confirmed Guest
A wonderful place to stay, peaceful and quiet, would need a car to get around. The cottage was beautiful and had everything we needed, we would highly recommend this cottage a great getaway for two.