The Isles of Skye & Raasay
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The Isle of Skye is one of the Inner Hebridean islands that lies off Scotland’s beautiful west coast. It is the largest of these islands and is now easily accessible by road as well as by ferry due to the toll-free Skye Bridge. Skye’s satellite island Raasay sits to its east and is a wildlife lover’s paradise due to the warming effect of the Gulf Stream. Pine martens, golden eagles, sea eagles, otters and dolphins have all been spotted here.
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Two Beautiful Islands to Explore
Skye is an island of ageless romance and steeped in history; the famous Skye Boat Song tells of Bonnie Price Charlie's escape after the battle of Culloden when he was aided by one of Skye's most famous daughters, Flora MacDonald, who disguised him as her maid! Her house beside the Flodigarry Hotel can still be seen and her grave and imposing monument are in Kilmuir Churchyard.
Isle of Raasay
Stepping off the ferry on to this satellite of mainland Skye you are in another world of peace and tranquillity.
Isle of Skye
Skye is steeped in romance and history and is a mecca for climbers, walkers and sailors.
Isle of Raasay
Stepping off the ferry on to this satellite of mainland Skye you are in another world of peace and tranquillity.
Isle of Skye
Skye is steeped in romance and history and is a mecca for climbers, walkers and sailors.
It is the stunning scenery that brings most people to these islands. On clear days the outline of the mountains against the sky is quite breathtaking, but even the mists imbue the landscape with an unforgettable, haunting beauty.
On Raasay you feel as if you are stepping back to a gentler, more peaceful age, but it too has its history. The peace it enjoys today was dearly bought, with so many of its former inhabitants being ejected during the Clearances.
Nowadays, however, visitors can have the best of both worlds, the peace and escapism of Raasay, with the easy passage back to the Skye 'mainland' making it possible to enjoy all the activities and tourist attractions there as well. If you fancy a game of golf while you are there, for example, you can leave the car on Raasay and need only carry your clubs across on the ferry. The golf course at Sconser is right beside the ferry terminal on the other side!
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Date | Product | Score | Customer Comment | Our Response |
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25-Mar-2024 | Am Bothan GM2 (overall) | Just as one would expect - good | ||
26-Mar-2024 | The Black Barn DB7 (overall) | Got back to us quick when asked questions about stay | ||
26-Mar-2024 | East Denwick Mill GA1 (overall) | We liked that the owner was available next door, but wasn't at all intrusive. He gave us information about the island when we asked for it. So just the right amount of support. | ||
26-Mar-2024 | River Cottage at Old Melrose CN6 (overall) | We have stayed twice River Cottage and love both the cottage and surrounding countryside. When you arrive, there is a lovely hamper with homemade bread and marmalade, plus freshly laid eggs. The cottage is very clean, well-appointed and organised. The kitchen is great to cook in. We would recommend bringing a shower cap for the excellent overhead shower. The owners, who live next door, are very pleasant, welcoming and discreet. We hardly noticed them apart from the odd times when our paths crossed. The grounds are lovely for walking and have access to the river Tweed. In the local towns, there are some excellent small shops that are worth exploring, especially for food and books! | ||
24-Mar-2024 | Am Bothan GM2 (overall) | Customer service team is very helpful and friendly. Overall service was excellent. | ||
26-Mar-2024 | The Owl House GK2 (overall) | Easy to book, helpful. | ||
23-Mar-2024 | Skylark Cottage CF1 (overall) | Booked our stay via Unique Cottages and was very satisfied with the service as everything went smoothly. | ||
23-Mar-2024 | Coldwells Cottage EK5 (overall) | Professional service from booking to completion of holiday. Timely reminders and kept informed via email. The only aspect of Unique Cottages service that I don't like is the £150 compulsory cleaning deposit, other cottage holiday booking agencies do not have this charge. | ||
26-Mar-2024 | Sea Cottage AA3 (overall) | We have used Unique Cottages several times and have been happy with the booking process and cottage descriptions. | ||
26-Mar-2024 | Customs House GE5 (overall) | Excellent clean house |