The Isle of Skye, or Skye as it’s more commonly known, is the largest and northernmost islands of the Inner Hebrides. It’s wild beauty has inspired many notable people, from Agatha Christie to Virginia Woolf, and one thing’s for sure, you’ll never forget this majestic, sometimes overwhelmingly lovely, island. With epic views around every corner from seashores to freshwater lochs and mountains to islands, this is a wonderful place to holiday. And our selection of luxury cottages on Skye means you can stay in luxurious style too, whether you’re drawn by the hiking opportunities, rich history, world famous distilleries or simply to switch off and gaze in wonder of the surrounding natural beauty, whether it’s the blue on blue of a clear sky over the sea, snow-tipped mountains or even the Northern Lights flitting across the night sky.

Home to a huge array of fine eateries such as the Three Chimneys, you’ll be spoilt for choice should you want to eat out with seafood a real speciality. However, there’s a lot to be said for packing up a picnic and finding a picturesque spot somewhere to hunker down – something that won’t be hard to find on this beautiful island! Whiskey connoisseurs will be pleased to know there are three (yes, three!) excellent distilleries on the island; Talisker, Torabhaig and Raasay (which is a 25-minute ferry ride away). Come in June and you might coincide your stay with their Food and Drink festival, whilst throughout the year you’re more than likely come across a ceilidh or two in a friendly pub!

Where to begin? There’s so much to experience on this wonderful island. Walkers and photographers alike will love walking up to the iconic Old Man of Storr, whilst The Quiraing passes through some of the most spectacular landscapes in Scotland. Experienced walkers can even climb the Cuillin! If that makes you tired just thinking about it, why not take to the water? There’s plenty of boat trips available, whether its to spot sea eagles, seals, whales or sea otters or to go fishing or sea kayaking. Other places of note to visit is the mythical Fairy Glen, the Fairy Pools (take a dip if you dare!), Dunvegan Castle and Loch Coruisk, a freshwater loch surrounded by the Cuillin mountains.