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Getting from Glasgow or Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye

Getting from Glasgow or Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye

If you’re starting your Scotland travel adventure in Glasgow or Edinburgh, you’re already halfway to magic. The Isle of Skye feels worlds away from city life, yet it’s closer than you might think and the journey is as breathtaking as the destination. Here’s how to get...

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Planning a Luxury Escape to the Isle of Skye

Planning a Luxury Escape to the Isle of Skye

There’s something about the Isle of Skye that lingers in the soul long after you’ve left. The wild beauty, the ever-changing light, the sense of space and solitude—it’s a place that calls to those who seek more than just a getaway. It’s an escape in the truest sense....

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WELCOME TO COOLSTAYS

WELCOME TO COOLSTAYS

WELCOME TO COOLSTAYS This month we're delighted that our friends at Coolstays are coming to visit Eilean Sionnach! To celebrate, our newsletter and blog this month are dedicated to help you find out more about them. Read on, because if you love Eilean Sionnach, then...

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A local’s guide to Skye attractions

A local’s guide to Skye attractions

On the Isle of Skye there’s so much to see and you will inevitably have heard of these famous places (along with everyone else...) The Old Man of Storr is a great hike but not recommended for smaller children or anyone unable to negotiate slippery terrain. If you...

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Eilean Sionnach Featured in The Times

Eilean Sionnach Featured in The Times

At the end of 2023 we were humbled to discover that we’d been chosen to feature in The Times list of 28 of the Best Places to Stay in Scotland. https://www.thetimes.co.uk/travel/destinations/uk/europe/scotland/scottish-hideaways-30-of-the-best-places-to-stay Eilean...

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The lost village of Leitir Fura

The lost village of Leitir Fura

Slow Travel Here at Eilean Sionnach Lighthouse Cottage on The Isle of Skye, rather than rushing all around the island of Skye, we really recommend that you explore the hidden treasures of the Sleat peninsula. We love the concept of ‘slow travel’ and of really getting...

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AN UNFORGETTABLE STAY ON EILEAN SIONNACH

AN UNFORGETTABLE STAY ON EILEAN SIONNACH

Hello, I’m Angel Sedgwick, the owner of Eilean Sionnach. There’s a change of tack for this first message of 2023 because I made a visit to the island myself this January with my family and I wanted to share a bit of that experience with you. It was our first visit...

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Top Tips for Americans Visiting The Isle of Skye

Top Tips for Americans Visiting The Isle of Skye

In Scotland, particularly in the Highlands of Scotland (considered anywhere north of Perth) you will receive a very warm welcome! People are friendly and are delighted to share their beautiful, scenic country with you. No-one is in a hurry and it’s usual for people...

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Winter on Skye

Winter on Skye

SOME THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Summer has always been the most popular time to visit The Isle of Skye and perhaps for good reason.  In the winter, many restaurants and attractions close, the locals go into semi-hybernation and there can be less than six hours of...

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A View from Skye

A View from Skye

Skye is a very hard place not to take pictures and videos of.  With a landscape like no other and an epic view around every corner, we’re pretty sure you’ll return from your trip to the island with quite a few snaps and reels filling up your phone… Even though Eilean...

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What’s the best way to get to Skye?

What’s the best way to get to Skye?

Even if you’ve been to Skye many times before, the Eilean Sionnach Crew thought you might find a few ‘tips from the locals’ useful in planning your trip to Skye. When planning how to get to Skye there are different options to consider. One thing is for sure, whichever...

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Souvenirs from South Skye

Souvenirs from South Skye

One thing many people enjoy on holiday is exploring local craft shops and boutiques on the hunt for the perfect gift to take home. On Skye, you’ll find an endless choice of unique, locally made treasures to take back to family and friends (or maybe even just treat...

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