Guests say
Solas is a charming, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful location on the Isle of Skye, offering stunning views and a cosy atmosphere. Guests praise its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent base for exploring the island. The spacious lounge, well-stocked kitchen, and thoughtful touches are frequently highlighted. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, sloping ceilings, and occasional challenges with the driveway and signage. Overall, the property provides a relaxing and memorable stay, with the positives far outweighing the negatives.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and well-presented, with only rare exceptions mentioning issues such as spider webs or dirty pans. The majority of reviews specifically praise the cleanliness, especially in the context of Covid-19.
The location is widely celebrated for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to both local amenities and Skye's attractions. A few guests found it challenging to find the property at night, but overall, the setting is a major highlight.
Guests generally found the cottage warm, cosy, and comfortable, with quality bedding and a spacious lounge. Some mentioned sloping ceilings in bedrooms and occasional mattress issues, but these were addressed promptly by the owner.
The cottage is well-equipped with a modern kitchen, large TV, games, and a wood-burning stove. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as a broken dryer, loose sink, or minor kitchen equipment shortcomings, but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The owner is frequently praised for being responsive and helpful, quickly addressing any issues raised. While some guests appreciated thoughtful touches, there is no mention of guaranteed gifts, so guests should not expect these as standard.
About this property
Broadford 10 miles. This delightful, 100-year old detached stone croft cottage is nestled on a pretty hillside in the friendly, small crofting village of Camus Cross, within driving distance of the village of Broadford on the Isle of Skye. This cottage is ideally placed for the Skye Bridge so guests not only have the whole of this beautiful island to explore, but can also travel to the mainland to explore the villages of Kyle and Plockton. Solas means light in Gaelic, and the cottage has been converted into a modern, comfortable and beautiful home. It offers wonderful panoramic views across the sea, enjoyed by dolphins and seal, to the mountains of Knoydart on the Scottish mainland.
This Camus Cross cottage is ideal for a family or group of friends who will simply love the breathtaking views and appreciate the wildlife and scenery. There are two bedrooms at this cottage near Broadford, with a well-equipped kitchen/diner and a 250 square feet sitting room, which was once the byre used by cows, sheep and horses! The sitting room is a bright and sociable area, which benefits from a welcoming multi-fuel stove, fully-folding oak doors that open onto a private front garden, double height ceiling, a multi-use games table and a high quality surround sound audio system. The lawned garden is the perfect place to relax on sunny days with a good book, that's if you can keep your eyes off the view!
Within walking distance of this cottage in Camus Cross is a hotel and small harbour, used by yachtsmen, fishermen and locals. This is a truly magical location for a great holiday on Skye. EPC Rating: Band G. Scottish Licence - HI-31096 - F
Broadford is the second largest village on the magical island of Skye. Views that can be seen from the village extend out to the Isle of Pabay and to the Applecross mountains on the mainland. There are shops, hotels and craft stalls in Broadford, plus close by is the Sleat Peninsula known as the Garden of Skye, and the Skye Bridge, which gives access to the mainland.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-31096-FEPC Rating: Band G
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 2 x double.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove.
Electric storage heaters with multi-fuel stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer, dishwasher, outside line for drying clothes TV with Sky, DVD, CD/iPod dock with surround sound, pay phone, selection of books, games and DVDs, multi-use games table with snooker/pool/table tennis.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking 3 cars.
Front lawned garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 10 miles, hotel with bar 9 mins walk.
Harbour 9 mins walk.
Note: Double bedrooms have traditional sloping ceilings.
Note: The off road parking space beside the cottage is unsuitable for very low vehicles.
Please note: property allows maximum of 3 people including any infants.
Please note: Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at this property.
Nearby points of interest
- Otter Hides at Kylerhea
- Western Isles Cruises - Mallaig
- Mallaig Heritage Centre
- Inner Sound to Kyleakin
- Falls of Glomach
- Eilean Donan Castle
Reviews (46)
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Robert
Given the weather the drying room was very useful. Probably the best views weâve had from any of our many stays in Skye. We also appreciated the helpful and friendly contact with the owner.
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Gina
The cottage is a good base to explore the island it would have been useful to have the instruction booklets for the appliances. There wasn't always hot water despite following instructions to turn this up and the power shower wasn't always very warm. If the weather turns colder you would need to light the fire in addition to having the storage heaters. We are not complaining but points to note
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David
Bedrooms not friendly for tall people, off road parking is available but not good for getting in and out due to lip on drive, would recommend a concrete ramp, fuel for fire was poor with only 2 heat logs and less than half a bucket of coal, not fuel for one night, overall satisfactory accomodation but have had better for less money