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The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dunan, highland region
  • Isle of Skye Market Square
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Skye Bridge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Fairy Pools
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea.

The Cottar is a former 200 year old fisherman's cottage, being part of the nearby, now disused, Herring Station which is currently being lovingly restored by myself, located just five minutes' stroll in a southerly direction along the shore.

The Cottar was originally a 'black house', "tigh dubh" in Gaelic. Again, following the ancient method of construction, The Cottar has no rear wall, being built into a cliff face.

The front of The Cottar is served by a broad, long terrace along the shore, providing a seating and dining area with panoramic views up and down the Loch na Cairaidh.

There is an abundancy of wildlife on display, seals, otters, porpoises, dolphins, and too many birds to mention.

The interior of The Cottar, as befits a two hundred year old cottage, is furnished entirely with original 19th Century furniture. If you expect enveloping, suffocating, marshmallow suites, The Cottar is not the place for you.

All the pictures and artifacts, some are museum pieces, are chosen for their relation to the sea and working the land. I would like to think I am helping my guests understand and be immersed in the culture of the island and it's peoples.

Please note, the bed is an 1830's Scottish galleried sleigh bed, known as a Scottish three-quarter, being some 4'6"x6' (137cm x 183cm).

In addition, there is a metamorphic chaise longue available too.

Property manager

Eoin
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Outdoor space
Beach view
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number FS-Case-549525846

About the area

Dunan

Located in Strath, this holiday home is on the beach. Raasay House Activities Centre and Raasay Pictish Stone are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Raasay Ferry and Portree Harbour. Isle of Skye Market Square and Magpie are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.
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Dunan, highland region

What's nearby

  • Isle of Skye Market Square - 7 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Skye Bridge - 21 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Fairy Pools - 30 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Portree Harbour - 32 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Raasay House Activities Centre - 43 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bothy - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Claymore Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gabbro Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Siaway Fish & Chips - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottar; an ancestral & traditional house just 2m from the sea. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Strath holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Isle of Skye Market Square, Giant MacAskill Musuem and Magpie. Raasay Ferry and Raasay House Activities Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Eoin was a wonderful owner. He met us up the road and took us to his rental. He gave us a lot of history information about the area. He was a joy to talk with. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the hospitality and the history is amazing. Such a unique stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Beautiful property with an amazing view! Property owner was very helpful and gave great suggestions for things to do on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

vladan m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cabin

Amazing cosy cabin on the lake. Host was very welcoming and gave us great tips for some amazing scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie Y., St Simons Island GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunan hideaway

Wonderful place filled with special family artifacts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great host with a good meet and greet. Lovely to have the fire going on arrival! Cute historic building with sea views. Very inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

VERONIQUE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming !

We felt privileged to stay in a traditional Skye cottage, full of history et charm... Thanks to Eoin for his hospitality and his knowledge of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Quiet Gem

The Cottar is filled with so many treasures. From the rustic decor to the breathtaking view. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Our host was lovely. He gave us great ideas for travel to see the sights that are off the beaten path.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous and quaint

Absolutely stunning property with such a wonderful host. Helpful with island information, had a fire already burning for us, and some wine and goodies waiting for us. The views were stunning!!! Cannot recommend enough!!! Fully equipped!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a wonderful property and a fantastic stay. It was great meeting the owner who met us upon arrival. The cottage had been prepared with a bottle of wine and a warm fire. Along with the electric heaters - this is a very quiet, cozy cabin to base day trips to surrounding Isle of Skye sights. Thanks for all the sightseeing recommendations Eoin! It was great to meet you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isle of Skye cottage

Eoin's cottage was on the shores of the Inner Sound with great views of Scalpay and the Isle of Raasay. The cottage has been in Eoin's family for 250+ years and its rustic feel is perfect for a remote Isle of Skye adventure. Located close to Broadford and Portree, the cottage is a good home base to explore all that Skye has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laci T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

The owner met us there and had the fire going. He was very nice and gave us a lot of pointers on where to go and what to see, not your typical tourist attractions. We were there for a few nights for our honeymoon and he had a little surprise waiting for us when we got there. If your looking for a quiet cool little place to stay I would highly recommend staying here. Our only negative was the bed was a little small for someone who is a bit taller.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little place

Very enjoyable stay, Eoin was very helpful on arrival and after. Had some great recommendations for things to do. I did a couple of them. Nice place to just get away from everything but with Broadford an easy 10 minute drive away to get a meal out. The interior decor was very interesting. Nothing on Skye seemed to be much more than an hour or so away, would maybe have been longer if kids were out of school. Bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Cottar is a cute, quirky and relaxing place to stay. The view is out of this world and the area is very quiet. There is a Co op and petrol station only 8 minutes away. We were greeted with a lovely bottle of wine and a package of Scottish Fudge. Eoin our host was lovely and we were able to meet him during our stay. We had some troubles with app communication, but email worked very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint & character filled with a welcoming host.

The Cotter was located on the sea side with beautiful views. Eoin, our host welcomed us personally, and freely shared his experiences and knowledge of Skye. The Cotter was quaint and character filled, and thoughtfully equipped and furnished. It was quiet and secluded. The bonus was an open log fire and a supply of wood. Thank you Eoin for a wonderful few days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Amber J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cozy and quaint

The pictures don’t do it justice. This cottage is very comfortable and cozy. Great location. The only criticism is that the bed is short. If you are 5’8” or taller, you will not fit well, especially if there are 2 of you. Made for uncomfortable sleeping which is important to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wuthering Heights

Kick your boots off, put the kettle on, and put another log on the fire. This cottar is amazing if you’re looking to relax with a real fire and the most spectacular views. You get a glimpse of our host Eoin’s family in the way the property has been decorated. This place is a testament to an amazing man, that we have had the pleasure to meet. We will return. Slainte Eoin.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

My partner and I absolutely loved the cottar! The interior is like a museum with many pictures, paintings and historic tools from the herring fishery exhibited. The house offered everything we need, including a very well equipped kitchen. The view is stunning and with the binoculair provided we enjoyed watching seals playing just in front of the house. Eoin was a great host and who showed to really care for this cottage and his guests. Would definitely recommend! :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage

We loved this cottage! The location is great, great area of Isle of Skye, and the view can’t be beat. Kitchen was well furnished for cooking. Host was very pleasant to communicate with!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a unique property! If you are looking for solitude, rustic but totally unique accommodation, and a delightful and informative host, this place will suit you. No TV, no neighbors, just the tranquility of the lake! Great cooking facilities. Parking is tough but doable. Thanks for 2 great nights and the hike you recommended- superb!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Eoin met us at the drive as the cottar is tucked away. He then proceeded to give us his family background and ideas for visiting. There was a stocked kitchen complete with wine and crackers and a cozy fire crackling when we arrived. The inside is a lot bigger than pictures do it justice and we enjoyed unplugging from life for a few days. The location of the cottar is very convenient to the co op, restaurants and anywhere in the island. Honestly, it was heaven!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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