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The Old Manse

Glendale, Isle of Skye, Scottish Islands
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Change Sun
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Peaceful location in the tranquil hamlet of Glendale with open countryside views
  • Gather together for sociable suppers around the dining table then relax in front the woodburner in the cosy lounge
  • Explore the open countryside from the front door and spot sea wildlife on a clifftop walk
Property code: OC-CA363

Set in a beautiful secluded spot in the tranquil hamlet of Glendale in the far northwest of the Isle of Skye, this delightful house makes a wonderful retreat for up to eight guests. With sweeping views taking in the white crofts and Loch Pooltiel, this is a fantastic getaway ideal for a larger family or for two families holidaying together. This is a haven for nature-lovers, with opportunities for breathtaking walks or for glimpsing basking sharks, whales, eagles and otters. Perfect for exploring the Trotternish, Waternish and Duirinish peninsulas, this cosy property is ideally situated for a unique holiday experience.

 

This welcoming and cheerful house has been thoughtfully renovated and attractively furnished to provide cosy and inviting accommodation, and is set in a remote but glorious part of this picturesque island. The light and spacious living areas provide a peaceful backdrop to your holiday and are perfectly complemented by the four bright and welcoming bedrooms which have been tastefully decorated. The property also features two bathrooms and two shower rooms to help keep waiting times to a minimum in the mornings.

 

Stepping into this charming home, the hallway is an ideal space for hanging your coats before heading into the delightful lounge. This attractive space features an inviting wood burner, TV and plenty of space to sit back and relax at the end of a lovely day. The lounge has comfortable seating including a king-size sofa bed. Exploring the ground floor further, the stylishly arranged kitchen/diner stretches the full length of the house and offers the perfect space for preparing and sharing your favourite meals. There’s also a useful TV room away from the lounge, which makes a great space for children. The ground floor also features a utility area and a bathroom.

 

Heading upstairs, you will find the first floor is home to four pretty, charming and cosy bedrooms, several with stunning country views. There are two double rooms, each with an en-suite shower room, and two twin rooms. You will also find an additional family bathroom.

 

Heading outside, the private garden has ample parking and spectacular views for you to admire. There are miles of wonderful walks to enjoy from the doorstep. The nearest shop is just a couple of miles away and the famous Three Chimneys restaurant (3 miles) is located on the shore of Loch Dunvegan, offering a fine range of Scottish food and drink.

 

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 doubles, 2 twins
  • 4 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with separate shower and WC, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC
  • Double electric oven and electric hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, coffee machine dishwasher, washer/dryer
  • Electricity and central heating included
  • Woodburner – logs are not included but can be purchased locally
  • Smart TV, DVD player
  • 2 miles to nearest shop
  • Ample parking
  • Short Term Licence - HI-30703-F
  • EPC rating - E
  • Arrival: 18:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Fiona MacDonald

This property is personally managed by Fiona.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Louise 15th February 2026

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Lovely house. A real home from home. This was a 2nd visit. So warm and comfortable.

Reviewed by Wendy 28th December 2025

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Lovely house warm and well equipped for our winter break. Fabulous little post office and shop in walking distance.very remote with stunning views and very friendly locals

Reviewed by Geoffrey 8th September 2025

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The Old Manse was a great place to stay. We really liked the house and it was quite spacious, clean, and well kept. We enjoyed walking about the garden. While I have connections to Glendale that made it meaningful for me to stay there, it is in a remote part of the island and extra time will need to accounted for when planning travel to other partsRead more of the island. Hide

Reviewed by Kati 13th July 2025

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The Old Manse has everything you could possibly need! Its a wonderful place to stay, exquisitely furnished and decorated, and feels like a real home.

Reviewed by Aileen 6th July 2025

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If possible a barbecue for our side please ,,apart from that the house was well equipt

Reviewed by Emilia 20th June 2025

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Beautiful cottage , well equipped and very soacious. We loved tranquility of this place

Reviewed by Catherine 6th April 2025

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Reviewed by Charlotte 27th October 2024

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Beautiful house and location would highly recommend visiting. We travelled as a large family group of 10 and 2 dogs and were very comfortable.

Reviewed by Sandra 23rd October 2024

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A beautiful house and location, let down by poor maintenance and in need of a deep clean. Key box is badly corroded and difficult to open, we were stuck outside for an hour trying to get in. No reply from the local contact tel number. Notices of 'do not adjust heating' totally inappropriate on the Isle of Skye in October, we were cold in the house Read morewhen the heating was off all day. Despite this we enjoyed our stay in what could be a five star house with a bit of attention and care. Hide

Reviewed by Sofia Jenny Juli 1st October 2024

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We stayed in The Old Manse for our wedding week with our closest family. The home was well equipped with washing machine, dish washer and all you could ask for in the kitchen (French press for coffee) as well as plenty of bathrooms/showers. The location was excellent for accessing sights on the northern part of the Isle like Neist Point and The QuiRead moreraing. Dunvegan was close for the general store and lovely restaurants (recommend The Dunvegan Restaurant for a five course menu). Enjoy! Hide

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