Out and About

Places to visit -

Dunvegan Castle - has been the home to the chiefs of MacLeod for nearly 800 years. It is Skyes most famous landmark.The castle has fascinating exhibits, gardens, craftshops a restaurant, and wildlife cruises

The Isle of Raasay - Explore Raasay, which can be reached by a 15 minute ferry trip from Sconser. It offers an insight into what life was like in the Highlands and Islands 50 years ago. There are many woodland walks and trails to discover and the views back to Skye and the Cuillin are fantastic.

The Isle of Skye Golf Club - A picturesque 9-hole seaside course with stunning views over the Sound of Raasay.Located at Sconser just 6 miles from Crossal House.

Skye Skyns - A favourite with visitors is Skyeskyns at Waternish, Scotlands only traditional exhibition tannery. Discover how leather is made in the free guided tour. There is a good range of sheepskins and leather goods to purchase in the showroom.

Isle of Skye Accordion and Fiddle Club - presents live traditional Scottish music at regular venues. The club organises the annual Isle of Skye Accordion and Fiddle Festival in May each year.

Skye Silver - Timeless gifts crafted in gold and silver. Celtic & Pictish  knot work, spirals and serpent designs are the inspiration for our unique pieces of jewellery.

Boat trips -

Seafari - for close encounters with Skye’s magnificent sea life and wonderful scenery. Visit seabird and seal colonies, also dolphin, porpoise and whale spotting trips.

Bellajane - Skye's classic boat trip to spectacular Loch Coruisk, the seals and the Cuillin Mountains.

Misty Isle Boat Trips - Sail to visit Loch Coruisk where you will enjoy what has been described as "the best viewpoint in Scotland" On your outward journey to Loch Coruisk from Elgol you will visit the large seal colony, see a rich variety of sea birds and possibly golden eagles or white tailed eagles. Sightings of dolphins, porpoises, whales and basking sharks are also possible.

Eating out -

Sligachan Hotel (2 miles) World famous climbing centre, and has a fascinating climbing museum. Good food served in the hotel, restaurant and bar. Adjacent is Seumas’ Bar, open from March until October. Offers a range of over 200 malt whiskies and tasty food in an informal atmosphere.

Old Inn, Carbost  (5 miles) Scenically located on the shores of Loch Harport, this old country inn is full of character serving traditional ales and home cooked food.

Lochbay seafood restaurant, Stein (25 miles) A tiny fishermans cottage, just a stones throw away from the sea. It's fish all the way, sourced locally and simply cooked. Our favourite restaurant.

PORTREE  (10 miles) the island's main town, offers a wide range of eating places to suit every pocket.

Harbour View Restaurant - Portree’s original seafood restaurant overlooks the harbour.Cosy cottage restaurant, candle lit with log fires.

Sea Breezes Restaurant - Situated right by Portree harbour, serving the best of freshly caught local seafood.

Café Arriba - a lively, vibrant bistro/café bar with great views over Portree Bay.

 

Discover and explore Skye Natural Health Centre - to relax, revitalise & de-stress.

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