Earth House
The Earth House is a very special place, a comfortable home from home with quirky architecture, unbeatable views, a garden full of wildflowers and your own, magic beach with pebbles and rock pools. The nearby post office supplied our immediate needs for food and drink, while the circular walk along the coast from Mellon Udrigle provided amazing vistas. We had amazing weather, which helped make our week extra-special. Our dog loved the enclosed garden with lots of nooks, crannies and hills to explore. None of us wanted to leave, and we will be back!
Old Lock Keepers Cottage
Our 4th stay since 2023 in this wonderful cottage which is full of character and authenticity. Marvelous location to explore the area or take advantage of the cottage and its situation to rest and recuperate. It's so good we've already booked another week in August 25
Red Kite Log Cabin
Just spent 2 weeks at Red Kite, our 4th visit to this lovely cabin . The cabin was comfy, well equipped andimmaculate as always, a very generous welcome pack and fresh flowers left for us. Thank you. Paul and Margret are great hosts, available if needed but not intrusive. The cabin is in a lovely location on the Black Isle, plenty of places to visit on the Isle, Cromarty, Rosemarie, Avouch and of course Chanonry point to watch for dolphins ( hour and half after low tide is best) the proximity of the A9 allows you to travel further afield. Invergordon mural trail is amazing ! You'll be spoilt for choice of places to visit. Or just sit in the lovely well cared for garden and relax. Another lovely, relaxing holiday in a stunning location. Don't forget to look up too, Red kites are daily visitors. Looking forward to our next visit . Many thanks to Judith, Julie and Jane at Wilderness Cottages who are always so helpful.
Shellach Cottage
We had a lovely stay, everything we needed was there. Overall it was an excellent cottage in a great location. Thanks very much
Learag
This is a stunning house in a beautiful location. We have thoroughly enjoyed staying here. The house is well appointed and very comfortable. Lovely towels and linen. the view are fabulous and we have visited some lovely places. A week wasnt long enough. We hope to be back.
The Granary
Had a lovely time in The Granary. Very clean, comfortable and well equipped in a quite location. Very nice friendly hosts. Central to the area we wanted to explore. Would thoroughly recommend.
Ceol na Mara
Ceol Na Mara is a lovely cozy, comfortable cottage in the most beautiful location with stunning views over the loch to Skye and surrounding hills. It was the perfect base for our holiday. Communication with Wilderness Cottages and the owners was excellent. We had a wonderful holiday, thank you.
Seascape Cottage
Wow, what a stunning location in a peaceful, rural part of Scotland. Close to the coastal path but quiet and undisturbed with loads of wildlife to see. Easy access to several lovely little beaches. The cottage is beautiful - clean, modern, warm, well-equipped. Everything you could need is there and the owner couldn't be more helpful. Dogs are very well catered for with spare dog bowls and towels provided and they can run off lead down to the seashore, which ours loved! Sarah is the "Queen of the Welcome Pack", very generous and thoughtfully provided and we enjoyed lovely fresh eggs from her hens - a real bonus. We were lucky with the weather, had a super time and hope to go back.
Ardbeg
The photos of this cottage don't do it justice. The views are absolutely breath-taking. This, combined with the lovely interiors and general superb comfort, make it the ideal holiday let. We will be re-booking!
Log House
We had a wonderful time in this log house, it was exactly as described and we were really comfortable throughout. I would definitely recommend.
Leachachan Barn
Beautiful property in a superb location. The modernisation of the barn has succeeded in creating an excellent blend of old and new which also benefits from recently updated electrical goods, and a real careful attention to detail; all the items that one needs are fully provided for ( toiletries and kitchen ingredient basics ). The property was also spotless when we arrived so well done to the relevant support staff. The real star of the show is the location on a quiet Loch side road. The picture windows afford great views of wild life and of course the stunning natural beauty of the area. The Five Sisters of Kintail are in full view as is Bhein Fhada. Even better, walking/running on these hills is only a short drive away, and the Forcan ridge and South Shiel Ridge are equally accessible. There is almost too much to do with Skye only 40 minutes away, not to mention the renown Kyle of Lochalsh railway line which is of course absolutely superb. Need I go on. We loved the Barn....you really need to book it if of course you can find an available week!!
Earth House
Just had a wonderful week at the Earth House. Best view we have had in 30 years of holiday cottages! Lovely to experience living in this type of house having only seen one on Grand Designs. Every need catered for. The only thing we would share with other dog owners is that there are abundant ticks in the area so make sure you treat your dogs before your holiday.
Grain Store
Lovely peaceful location for Cairngorms walks. House was very comfortable and well equipped for a family of 4.
South Lodge
Absolutely stunning location! A peaceful week enjoying fantastic scenery and lots of wildlife! I visited this very house as a child when it was very basic! It is now a lovely, cosy cottage which we would live to return to. Ideal for nature lovers and anyone wanting to get away from it all!
Roseville
This is a great holiday rental. If you a re looking for a base camp to explore the area, this is it, look no further.
North Lodge
North Lodge was a very special place. The cottage was simple but very comfortable with a well equipped kitchen. It's location was second to none and it was great having access to the castle estate and wildlife just outside the kitchen window. It would have been helpful if the dvd player was compatible with the TV, but alas it wasn't. Hopefully this will be rectified along with up to date house information and especially where to find the switch for the hob! We will be back.
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White-Tail Croft
This is our second stay at this fabulous contemporary property located in a very remote area offering breathtaking views on the hills and the snowy Cuillins in the background. We enjoyed observing wildlife such as golden eagles, rabbits and the sheep grazing right up to the deck. One major feature of this place is definitely the sauna which is an ideal way of relaxing after a day out.
Port Elgol Cottage
Amazing! What a beautiful place. We arrived to sunshine and the first morning watched dolphins (porpoises?) swim across the bay as part of their daily commute. The weather was changeable but every day was like living in a postcard no matter rain wind hail or sun. The cottage was a perfect home from home. Everything we needed and more. A brilliant base for exploring Skye or for rainy days lighting the woodburner and enjoying a jigsaw to the sound of the waves on the beach. We could go on and on about how magical our time was.
Matheson's Croft House
A week of peaceful retreat, warm and cosy, quiet. I love the layout of the Croft house, location and views. I don't have any negative feedback, I will return.
Loch Cottage
Enjoyed our third visit to this lovely cottage, loved the new porch, a great addition and good for watching the varied bird life and the view.
North Lodge
Fantastic week at North Lodge- Everything worked first time. Lovely walks at sunset to watch the Guillemots fly in to the loch to roost next to the herons. We kept the feeders well stocked and were rewarded with red and grey squirrels and all the previously mentioned bids as well as two sightings of goldcrest. Great walks to the beach. Fish van at Leswalt on Thursday afternoon. Very comfortable house and beds. You tube and Netflix a bonus as well as the private gate next to the Lodge. We must return for Autumn colours.
Old Lock Keepers Cottage
Wow, what a gem of a cottage ! Set in a stunning tranquil spot on the Caledonian canal by Cullochy lock. The cottage felt like home from home, so comfortable and the best equipped kitchen in any rental we've stayed in. We spent many an hour in the sun room watching the many different crafts on the canal from canoes to Large cruisers. Every morning we spotted deer in the garden or on the tow path just outside the cottage. An abundance of different birds visited the bird table and feeders. We saw 3 different pine martens visiting the bird table daily. They even visited in the afternoons too ! Lots of choice for outside seating in the front garden and on the decking, spoilt for choice! Thanks to mark for sorting the heating for us. Weather was fab, high teens, sun and no rain. Lovely to speak to owner Michael who rang to see if everything had been ok during our stay. Special thanks to the ladies at Wilderness cottages, always so helpful. We hope to return again soon. I could quite happily live here.
Port Elgol Cottage
What a fantastic stay! The area itself is nestled away from all the touristy busy spots, but with enough people coming and going for the boat trips so you don't feel too remote. If you're looking to unwind then I honestly wouldn't bother with the trip to Old Man of Storr or Fairy Pools when you have unbeatable views from the garden! The cottage has everything you might need and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud. Just a heads up - the wee Elgol shop is gone so double check you have plenty food as the local CO-OP is half an hour away. Perfect wee getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life
Loch Cottage
Another great stay at Loch Cottage, weather was incredible and a great time had by all. Thank you!
Campbell House
Campbell House and Shieldaig made the perfect base for exploring the north west highlands. The house was warm and comfy and provided everything you needed with clear instructions for any queries. And the view!! We sat on the bench in front of the parking spot every day for sunrise and sunset.. so beautiful.
South Lodge
Firstly, South Lodge is in a beautiful secluded location. It takes a 20 minute drive down a single lane road to get to, you really feel away from the hustle and bustle. We loved watching the birds, listening to the dawn chorus, and seeing the pheasants. And two friendly sheep called by our garden most mornings. If you take the path right out of the cottage you can discover a magical labyrinth too! Unfortunately the serenity of this location was disrupted across the Monday/Tuesday of our stay, when extremely loud machinery started carrying out fencing work at the back edge of the garden. Some of the banging was so overwhelmingly loud it echoed throughout the cottage and you could feel the vibrations, causing distress to us and our dog. We were forced away from the property on Monday evening just to escape the noise. As upsetting as this was, I knew that the work was taking place beyond South Lodge's property and therefore assumed it couldn't be helped. However, I was later disappointed to learn that that this work had been arranged by the owner of South Lodge himself, who lives on the extensive grounds surrounding the cottage. It took me a while to get into contact with him because the contact info found in the "Guest Information" folder is outdated and directed me to the previous owner. She kindly passed on the number of the new owner. What upset me the most was that whilst the fencers themselves had been very kind, sympathetic, and profusely apologetic for the noise, the owner gave me a brief "sorry about that", then later told me that the surrounding land is a working farm and therefore "some farm action is inevitable" at times during the year. I was quite taken aback at the lack of empathy. Whilst I appreciate the necessities of farm work, at the very least could the owner not have had the courtesy to let us know that this would happen in advance? We had chosen South Lodge for my birthday retreat because it was advertised on their Facebook as a "secluded retreat" which "promises a tranquil stay". In reality, excessive noise like this will be "inevitable" at times during the year without warning? Perhaps the listing for this accommodation should be updated to include this information. Thankfully our remaining days offered the peace we had hoped for. We would love to return to South Lodge sometime, but we would be hesitant as to what kind of work might be scheduled at the time of our stay.
Wilderness Cottages Replied...
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review on your stay at South Lodge. As Wilderness Cottages are the booking agents, we have contacted the owners to discuss your feeback. As per the information emailed with the directions this included the correct contact details of the owner but we are sorry to learn the 'Guest Information' booklet in the cottage was out of date. We have raised this with the owners and they have now updated the details and they apologise for the overisight. We have forwarded your comments regarding the disruption to the owners and they have asked that we pass on their sincere apologies, the work carried out on the farm estate was urgent and could not have been avoided, but accept that some prior notice may have been helped alleviate the situation.
Toberaie
What an amazing holiday we have had. Peace, outstanding beauty and wildlife. Our 8 year old boy wanted to live there FOREVER and our dog lived his best life. We will definitely be returning!
Ardbeg
Blessed with superb weather and fantastic accommodation at Ardbeg - the views , the beaches , the weather 10/10 on all counts
Ceol na Mara
The Cottage is very homely with everything you need, the position/views are breathtaking. Will definitely be back
Strone
Delightful place. On arrival, fresh flowers, a cake and a bottle of wine. The house was warm and comfortable, the location excellent. Did day trips to Glen Affric and the like. The little cafe down the hill Cafe 82 makes fantastic food and actually has good coffee. Discovered that one a bit late Due to a bit of movement, the door locks can be slightly annoying. Try lifting the door a bit - let turns easily then. Really pleasant stay. Lovely sunny days, had an aurora one evening and the birds were just coming out after the winter. Peaceful, relaxing and a stone's throw from shops when you discover you need an ingredient. Can't recommend highly enough.
Shore Cottage
This is an ideal location for peace and quiet. The track is difficult and there was obvious signs that a vehicle had lost its oil on the track after hitting a rock. The cottage has been greatly improved since our last visit in 2019 and upgrades to heating has made the cottage more cosy. The majority of the cottage was clean and tidy but the kitchen let it down. The table, microwave, trays, fridge etc were pretty grim, with obvious food debris and hairs from previous occupants. Kitchen cupboard doors need a simple wash down. I didn't clean these items and literally just cleaned what we used and kept our food in plastic bags. The addition of a large heater in the conservatory means the layout becomes awkward and the sofa has no real place and therefore makes using the patio doors difficult. A shame when money has been spent on the decking and outside furniture. This is probably our 8th visit to this property but the kitchen cleanliness is an issue. Surprised to see the cottage not as heavily booked as previous years and I think this is due to the increased price and the substandard cleaning. The other issue is the phone ringing, we had several calls around 8am and no reply when we answered, this is annoying when you want a break. This was an issue and reported when we used the cottages in previous years. But to get away and for a doggy place it's an ideal location and I will always recommend it to people.
Wilderness Cottages Replied...
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review on your stay at Shore Cottage. As Wilderness Cottages are the booking agents, we have contacted the owners to discuss your feedback. As per the information emailed with the directions, it is important to the property owner, and to Wilderness Cottages, that guests enjoy their holiday, and every effort has been made to ensure this. However, in the unlikely event of dissatisfaction with the property or any subsequent problem, guests should immediately contact the owner/caretaker or Wilderness Cottages, so that the opportunity to rectify the problem is given. We and the owners would have welcomed your comments on your arrival so that any issues could have been remedied. Shore Cottage still has a landline phone as there is no mobile signal at that location and many guests do not want total isolation. The phone can be unplugged if that is the guests choice.
Eilean Mor Cottage
Such a well equipped cottage in every aspect. We spent early mornings & evenings dining in the conservatory looking over Loch Dunvegan & out to the Hebrides. Internet reception was excellent. It was delightful to see so many locally bought crafts. A very minor recommendation. We would have liked another tea towel as we could only find one.
Stoer Lodge
I absolutely love this location. The sound of the waves on the beach and the variety of walks and stunning scenery. An amazing break in a very comfortable home from home.
Seahorses
Absolutely stunning cottage in a beautiful location. Seahorses is warm, comfortable and really well thought out with everything you could need. Plenty of good walks, hiking and wildlife to see. Thank you so much for the gorgeous hamper...everything was used and appreciated. Thank you also to Wilderness Cottages who are brilliant to deal with. We will definitely recommend you and book with you again.
The Challey at Heathcote
Once again, I stayed in the Challey - yes, I keep coming back!! The Challey is owned by the nicest people who go out of their way to make sure the high standards set here are maintained. If you want a peaceful break in the Spey valley then this is the place!! You won't be disappointed!!
Seascape Cottage
We spent a wonderful week in Seascape Cottage. It was very cosy, comfortable, clean and felt like home as soon as we walked in. This is the perfect place to get away from it all. The scenery is stunning, looking out to the sea from the front door is a privilege. It's also a good base to explore the coast or go further a field. Sarah was very friendly & welcoming. Can't wait to come back next year.
Old Lock Keepers Cottage
We had a wonderful holiday in a stunning location. Wilderness cottages were great, in particular Judith who dealt with our booking mostly. She was so helpful and so professional, she helped out with a few challenges I had and was absolutely incredible. Everyone I dealt with was equally lovely, but I just noted that Judith really did go above and beyond. I would highly recommend this company to anyone wishing to book a holiday in this area. This was our first holiday and a new family of 6 and having a company be so helpful and wonderful made this whole experience more memorable and special and I'm so grateful. We will definitely be back. Thank you Wilderness Cottages!
Sealight
We had a fabulous week at Sealight. The cottage really is very comfortable, well maintained, well equipt, home from home really with lovely views across to Loch Sunart. Each night we were visited by Pine Martins which was a real privilege. Sealight is in a great position for visiting the Ardnamurchan area. We will certainly be back!
Seal Skerry Lodge
March 2025 was our Seventh visit to this property since 2017. That tells it's own story! It's one of the best kept secrets in North West Skye. Seal Skerry Lodge is a fabulous property in Milovaig. The house is an architectural delight (Rural Design Architects), was built around 2015 and has a fantastic Eco heating system and has a magnificent open plan ground floor. The glazed picture windows look out over Loch Pooltiel and the sea cliffs (with views to the Western Isles) and run the full length of the property. It is very isolated and has a fully fenced large well maintained garden (which our dog loves). Whether cooking, dining or relaxing the views are literally staggering. Whilst we have done many of the Skye tourist attractions over a number of years but there are enough fabulous local walks in the Milovaig, Glendale and Dunvegan areas to make for a very enjoyable week. The log burner in the evenings makes for a 'hooga' experience and the dark skies environment mean stargazing is exceptional. The owner (Heather) is super responsive to any issues but to be honest we have had one minor issue in seven years and the cleaner (Emma) for the property is first class and we have never encountered the property in anything but 'sparkling' condition.The internet signal is strong and there is a Roku dongle meaning Netflix, Sky, Amazon & all terrestrial channels are all available. The wildlife in NW Skye is unparalleled. This week we saw white tailed sea eagles on three days (at close range), common seals and otters are regular visitors to Loch Pooltiel. As a family absolutely love this property and are already looking forward to return in March 2026. My only negative part of the review is that we do not own this property! Cannot recommend highly enough (& we are picky Fifers!). KR Colin
Leachachan Cottage
Cottage was absolutely perfect, credit to the owners who have made it so special. Locations is out of this world looking towards five sisters, was lucky enough to see some white hats on them too. Weather was great all week. Barnie the Badger turned up every evening without fail to be fed his favorite peanuts which was a great experience, no pine marten this time. Loved cottage and location so much rebooked for another stay latter part of year. Can't wait to return.
Seal Skerry Lodge
Stunning location on the edge of Poolteil loch where nature surrounds this beautiful property. Excellent facilities and plenty of room if you were to have four adults, (we were only 2). Great communication throughout with this company
Charleston
The cottage was a fantastic place to stay with a real remote location which is why we like staying in the Highlands each year. The cottage was extremely well equipped and very clean.
Easter Knocklea Cottage
Stunning property in an amazing location a perfect highland retreat!
Beach Lodge
Amazing location!! Spacious, well equipped house and very warm even when temperatures were pretty low in February. Wonderful walks on the beach with our dogs. Definitely need a 4x4 to access which fortunately we have. Will certainly be returning, maybe in summer to explore a different season.
Upper Folds
Wonderful stay, beautiful cottage, kept warm by the woodburner and underfloor heating even in the wildest weather, truly in the wilderness! You could probably manage the track in a 2wd car with good ground clearance if you're careful and take it slow: no problem at all in a 4x4. The ford looks like it was recently maintained and was only a few inches deep even after heavy rain and snow.
Seal Skerry Lodge
This is our second visit to Seal Skerry Lodge, it is a fantastic place to stay, the house is immaculately clean and well presented but it is also comfortable and feels like home. The views from every window are fantastic and change during the day, watching otters and eagles from the house was very special. Great base for exploring the Island. We were really well looked after by the owners and Wilderness cottages and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Cattle Shed
Excellent self catering facility .Well situated to visit areas all around the Cairngorms We really enjoyed our stay.
Loch Cottage
Amazing cottage, perfect location with the best views. Spotlessly clean. We loved the Pine marten and badgers coming in to feed on peanuts every night. Only way to improve the experience would have been a bird table and or feeders to look at from the lovely warm porch. Really really hope we can come again.
Shore Cottage
A wonderful winter bolthole - warm (new stove is excellent), clean, comfortable, well-equipped, and withstood the worst Storm Eowyn could throw at it. Our second visit and much enjoyed, except for mud/trail motorbikes tearing up and down on the beach on 3 out of 6 days, very noisy and aggressive. We would want to be sure the owners could stop this before we book again.
Wilderness Cottages Replied...
Thank you for leaving a review on your stay at Shore Cottage. As Wilderness Cottages are the booking agents,we contacted the owners to pass on your feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the cottage was cosy and comfortable as you weathered Storm Eowyn. We, and the owners were very surprised to hear about the trail bikes on the beach during your stay. This is something that has never been reported before or witnessed by the owners, thank you for making us/them aware. We are very sorry this occured during your stay. As the public can access the beach, the owners are unable to prevent people from attending, however, if made aware, they would attempt to dissuade this type of activity.
