Last week was spent enjoying the marvellous weather on the Isle of Skye. We managed to paint (most of) the cottage as well as tidy up the garden and choose a place for the new garden bench.
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“Just wanted to say we had a wonderful time at the Cottage. We got some amazing days weather wise and on the days which were not so good the wood burning stoves were perfect. Thanks for all your help getting us settled in. We hope to be back again sometime soon 🙂
The view from the Cottage yesterday morning – sad to come home – looking forward to visiting again” Julie and Martin | May 2013
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“Thanks for a great holiday. The house is fantastic, so well equipped and the views are amazing! The weather has not been great but the house was great to come back to after a day exploring the island. Wood burner on and a glass of wine, bliss. So sad to leave”
Ruth & John | May 2013
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Our most recent guests at the Skye White House left a lovely comment in our guest book commenting upon the stunning views from the cottage and the fantastic weather they had enjoyed. When the weather is good the views from the cottage are truly stunning. If you are looking for accommodation and in particular a self-catering holiday cottage on the Isle of Skye, Scotland please get in touch at skyewhitehouse@gmail.com
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The Skye White House is ideally located overlooking the waters of Knock Bay and the Sound of Sleat. Set in Sleat known as the ‘garden of Skye’ and close to nearby attractions including Armadale Castle Gardens at the Clan Donald Centre, The Museum of the Isles, beautiful beaches including Camas Dairach and the Point of Sleat.
The cottage itself is a pretty white house which has been sympathetically restored and turned into a cosy and comfortable family home. It enjoys majestic views from all main rooms and has two wood burners so whether you are cooking or just relaxing you can enjoy the cosy crackle of the fire. It has a beautiful main bedroom with solid oak furniture and egyptian cotton sheets and a wood panelled twin bedroom. The kitchen is brand new and adjoins the comfortable dining room.
The Skye White House has proved very popular with visitors to Scotland and the Isle of Skye and guest reviews can be found on our website. For all enquiries please email skyewhitehouse@gmail.com
La Maison Blanche Skye est idéalement situé avec vue sur les eaux de la baie Knock et le détroit de Sleat. Situé dans Sleat connu comme le «jardin de Skye» et à proximité des attractions dont Armadale Castle Gardens au Centre Donald clan, le musée des îles, de belles plages, y compris Camas Dairach et le Point of Sleat.
La maison elle-même est une jolie maison blanche qui a été joliment restauré et transformé en une maison familiale agréable et confortable. Il offre une vue magnifique de toutes les pièces principales et dispose de deux poêles à bois afin de savoir si vous faites la cuisine ou tout simplement se détendre, vous pouvez profiter le crépitement conviviale du feu. Il a une belle chambre principale avec des meubles en chêne massif et des draps en coton égyptien et boiseries chambre à deux lits. La cuisine est tout neuf et est adjacente à la salle à manger confortable.
Le Skye Maison Blanche s’est avéré très populaire auprès des visiteurs à l’Ecosse et l’île de Skye et commentaires des clients peut être trouvée sur notre site Internet. Pour tous renseignements veuillez skyewhitehouse@gmail.com email
Der Skye Weiße Haus ist ideal gelegen, mit Blick auf die Gewässer des Knock Bay und den Sound of Sleat. In Sleat als “Garten von Skye ‘und in der Nähe nahe gelegenen Sehenswürdigkeiten wie Armadale Castle Gardens im Clan Donald Centre, The Museum of the Isles, schöne Strände einschließlich Camas Dairach und den Point of Sleat bekannt.
Die Hütte selbst ist eine hübsche weiße Haus, das wurde liebevoll restauriert und in einem gemütlichen und komfortablen Einfamilienhauses. Es genießt herrliche Aussicht von allen wichtigen Räumen und hat zwei Holzöfen so, ob Sie kochen oder einfach nur entspannen können Sie das gemütliche Knistern des Feuers zu genießen. Es hat eine schöne Schlafzimmer mit Möbel aus massiver Eiche und Laken aus ägyptischer Baumwolle und einem holzgetäfelten Zweibettzimmer. Die Küche ist ganz neu und grenzt an den gemütlichen Speisesaal.
Der Skye Weiße Haus hat sich als sehr beliebt bei den Besuchern nach Schottland und der Isle of Skye und Gästebewertungen finden Sie auf unserer Website gefunden werden. Für alle Anfragen bitte per E-Mail skyewhitehouse@gmail.com
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May
May
If you find yourself on the Isle of Skye on Saturday the 25th or the 26th May, make sure you pay a visit to the Clan Donald Garden and Crafts Fair which will take place in the wonderful surroundings of Armadale Castle Gardens. There will be over 50 stallholders exhibiting with offerings including art, jewellery, candles, skincare, plants, hanging baskets, vegetables. There will also be a selection of local produce including jams, chutneys, cakes. A barbecue and a licensed bar is also available.
The Clan Donald Centre, Armadale Castle Gardens and the Museum of the Isles can be found in Sleat along the A851 (in between Broadford and Armadale pier). It is only a few minutes drive from the Skye White House.
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May
There are many special places on the Isle of Skye. The Skye Museum of Island Life has preserved a collection of old fashioned thatched cottages prevalent throughout the Highlands and Islands in the 19th century. These cottages hug the ground ensuring protection from the Atlantic storms.
James Boswell in an account of his visit to Skye along with Dr. Johnson in 1773 describes a house in which they stayed in south Skye. He states: ‘We had no rooms that we could command, for the good people here had no notion that a man could have any occasion but for a mere sleeping-place’.
The museum is a must see on a visit to Skye. For more information see http://www.skyemuseum.co.uk
The Skye White House demonstrates certain characteristics of the thatched cottages of old. The compact size, thick walls and wood panelling provide protection from the elements. The modern kitchen with its induction hob and the two wood burning stoves (one in the living room and the other in the dining room) provide the life and warmth. The stunning view provides for the soul. If you are looking for accommodation on Skye please email SKYEWHITEHOUSE@GMAIL.COM for available dates.
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June is a beautiful time to visit the Isle of Skye. It brings then end of spring when Sleat in particualar can be found in full bloom. Enjoy the stunning gardens at Armadale Castle – only a short drive from the Skye White House.
There is a feast of culture and events on Skye during June along with the dream like landscape, the mountains, the views, wildlife, boat trips and endlessly on. Among other events inlcude Dan Cassidy (the late brother of Eva Cassidy) in concert at the Clan Donald Centre on the 4th June. The Budapest Cafe Orchestra (www.budapestcafeorchestra.co.uk) are performing at the Red Roof Gallery on the 7th June. The National Theatre of Scotland presents ‘Calum’s Road’ at the Gaelic College in Sleat – Sabhal Mor Ostaig.
These are all but a short drive from the Skye White House. For more events see www.whatsonskye.com or www.skye.co.uk.
To stay at the Skye White House please email skyewhitehouse@gmail.com
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Our most recent guest left a really lovely comment in our guestbook. If you are still looking for a lovely place to stay come visit us at the Skye White House.
“Thank you very much for allowing us to stay in your much loved family home. We have had a fabulous holiday. This area of Skye is so beautiful and we have been so blessed by dry sunny days.
The White House is absolutely stunning. It has been sympathetically restored to provide a stylish, contemporary and inviting living space. The quality furnishings and oh so comfortable beds are a joy!
Lastly I have to mention the view. We will miss waking up each morning to this truly stunning ever-changing panorama.
Ooh.. I forgot to mention the stars. We were fortunate to enough to have a clear sky one evening and the dark sky was spectacular.”
The McConell Family | April 2013
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