Sixgeary
Geary - Waternish - Isle of Skye | Skye & Lochalsh

Sixgeary, Geary, Waternish

Sleeps 4 - Wood Burner 

Sunday to Sunday Booking - Not suitable for children under 12 - Sorry no pets 

Sixgeary is located in the small crofting township of Geary on the remote northeast coast of the Waternish peninsula. The cottage enjoys uninterrupted panoramic views across Loch Snizort and the Ascrib Islands, and further afield to the Outer Hebrideas. The location makes an ideal base for a true Wilderness Cottage holiday, with quiet country roads and walking from your doorstep.

The original property dates back to the early 1900’s, and the island itself has many similar cottages. However looking for a more contemporary renovation whilst retaining much of the buildings original character, the owners used the award winning Scottish Architecture practice Dualchas for the renovation. The final result is quite inspiring, with traditional features like the red roof and windows being retained, however the large gable end window gives an insight to the striking conversion this property has become.

The owners have tastefully and stylishly furnished the cottage throughout with Ercol furniture and other contemporary pieces, and quality bed linen and towels are provided. Entering the cottage takes you into the traditional hall, with the sitting room to one side and the kitchen to the other, at the rear the family bathroom, and an oak staircase to the upper level. This level with its beautiful oak floor and tiling in the kitchen has under floor heating throughout and all the rooms benefit from sea views across Loch Snizort.

The sitting room with its comfortable seating also benefits from a wood burner, and a flat screen TV with Freesat is provided. The kitchen oozes quality with beautiful kitchen units and stainless steel appliances, and an Ercol dining table and chairs, ideally placed to enjoy the views to the loch. At the gable end the unique floor to ceiling window provides access to a small area of decking at the side and the garden. The bathroom with its contemporary fitments completes the accommodation on this level.

From the hall the oak staircase takes you to the upper level with two bedrooms, the master with a double bed, and a twin, this level also has a shower room. Both the bedrooms have been furnished with contemporary pieces, and the master a striking Ercol bed. Again oak flooring has been used throughout, and if required additional heating is provided by radiators. This level is airy and light with Velux windows to the rear and traditional dormers to the front, which again enjoy sea views.

Outside the cottage has an enclosed garden to the front, a small decked area to the side, and to the rear an area of gravelled garden. A storage shed is available for the use of guests which is ideal for mountain bikes or other outdoor gear, and off road parking is available for two cars. The owner has a wood store at the property and an initial supply will be provided, guests are though free to help themselves to any additional logs that they may require for a small donation.

The Waternish Peninsula itself has much to offer for the visitor, the village of Stein is home to the Stein Inn, and the Loch Bay Seafood Restaurant and both come highly recommended. From the village boat trips are available with Divers Eye, and the peninsula is home to a diverse range of attractions including Halistra Pottery, art galleries, and Skyskyns the only tannery in Scotland.

Further afield Dunvegan is only a twenty minute drive away and is home to Dunvegan Castle, the oldest inhabited Castle in Scotland, and the Ancient seat of the clan MacLeod. This north west corner of the island has various places of interest including the coral beaches, and Neist Point, which is well worth a visit for its dramatic cliffs and breathtaking views of the Western Isles.