THE CROFT HOUSE, family friendly, with open fire in Glendale

This detached cottage rests in Lower Milovaig near Glendale and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

The Croft House is a detached cottage with wonderful views in Lower Milovaig near Glendale. The property has two bedrooms; a king-size double and a twin, sleeping four guests. There is a bathroom with bath, a ground-floor shower room, a kitchen, dining room with woodburning stove and a sitting room with an open fire. Outside there is a private garden with picnic bench and off-road parking for three cars. The Croft House is a quaint retreat on the beautiful Isle of Skye.

Amenities: Electric heating with woodburning stove and open fire. Electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Enclosed rear garden with picnic bench. Front lawn. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2.2 miles, pub 3.2 miles

Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.

Town: The township of Glendale rests in the far northwestern corner of the Isle of Skye. It boasts a Post Office and village shop and nearby restaurant Three Chimneys is ranked in the top 100 in the UK, ideal for special occasions and treating loved ones. It is a great place to see magnificent wildlife, from bright and beautiful blooming flowers to spotting whales, dolphins, porpoises and basking sharks off-shore. A short journey brings you to the village of Dunvegan, home to a fascinating castle and gardens while a journey west brings you to Neist Point Lighthouse, which has stood overlooking the coast for more than 100 years on a rocky cliff top.