Guests say
Hirta Cottage receives glowing praise for its stunning views, cosy atmosphere, and excellent location for exploring the Isle of Skye. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s warmth, cleanliness, and well-equipped nature, making it a comfortable base in all weather. The peaceful setting, proximity to local amenities, and thoughtful touches are frequently mentioned. While a few minor suggestions are noted, such as more kitchenware and blackout curtains, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the cottage immaculately clean and well maintained, with only rare minor issues noted (e.g., dust under furniture).
The location is widely praised for its breathtaking views, tranquillity, and convenience for exploring Skye’s main attractions. A few guests noted it is set back from the shore, but this did not detract from the overall experience.
Guests describe the cottage as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with high-quality beds and a welcoming atmosphere, even during storms.
The cottage is very well equipped, with guests appreciating the kitchen, drying area, and general amenities. Minor suggestions include more crockery and blackout curtains.
Guests appreciated helpful owners and thoughtful touches such as large bath sheets. Some mentioned a welcome pack would have been nice, but please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
With spectacular views and a warm and welcoming ambiance, this is the ideal location to explore the island..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Multi-Fuel Burner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Cupboard: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for multi-fuel burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.. Decked area. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. For those looking for the ideal spot to bring family or friends together, then look no further. This modern, semi-detached property delivers generous-sized rooms throughout and is also friendly for those with limited mobility. Downstairs, you’ll find a double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with walk-in shower. Upstairs is a further kingsize and twin bedroom with Velux windows - perfect for star gazing or to enjoy the wonderful views with a cup of coffee from the warmth of your bed. The focal point of house has to be the open plan living space, complete with a modern multi-fuel burner and windows dotted around the room, so guests can take in the panoramic views, no matter the weather! The kitchen comes fully equipped with a small breakfast bar area. There is a large dining table for guests to entertain, and the living area has a large Smart TV to snuggle up and watch your favourite shows when the notion takes you. Outside you will find a generous verandah, where guests can sit out and enjoy a breakfast coffee or a nice cold beverage, taking in the beautiful surroundings. To the side of the property is a ramp for anyone requiring wheelchair access.
Guests will love the location, which is the perfect base for exploring the island, especially the more remote northern end, which offers some of the best walking just a short drive away. Staffin Bay is around a mile away where you can go and catch a glimpse of prehistoric dinosaur prints! Staffin is a small village on located near Old Man of Storr, Kilt rock, Quiraing, with a well-stocked local community store and a restaurant across the road. Takeaways are also available from the community shop at certain times – a rarity in these parts! Portree is just 30 minutes away by car and features a selection of restaurants, gifts shops, cinema/theatre and boat trips from Portree Harbour to see porpoise, seals, otters and sea eagles. Beach 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Letting Licence No: HI31316F
Nearby points of interest
- Quiraing
- Fairy Glen
- Old Man of Storr
- Red Point beach
- Skye Museum of Island Life
Reviews (26)
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Simon
This an outstanding property. No photos could do justice to the amazing views from the picture windows. Very well equipped. Immaculately keen. Extremely comfortable and tastefully furnished. A real gem of a cottage in a beautiful location. A few minutes walk to the Hungry Gull. Staffin bay is a must. Supplies at the local shop were easily accessible. Ideal base to explore the north and central parts of Skye. Very helpful owners. Highly recommended.
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Confirmed Guest
It was a lovely holiday the house was great and good walks in the mountains
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Serge Mangon
We enjoyed the stay.The view is perfect and the surroundings are great. We will take the same bungalow if we come back in the surroundings.The house is great. I would recommend to have "blackout curtains" (or at least darker ones) in the 2 sleeping rooms (the one on bottom floor and one on first floor).as already mentioned, getting a little bit more cutlery will reduce the need to run the dishwasher at every meal.Thanks again for your appreciated support during our stay.Being a client of other platform, I would appreciate to have an option for the cleaning to be included in order to end our vacation without stress.