Welcome to 6 Herbusta Self Catering Holiday Cottage, Kilmuir, Isle of Skye
6 Herbusta is a self-catering, centrally heated crofter’s cottage, located on a quiet road with spectacular views of the Outer Hebrides and sunsets over the Minch. It has a well equipped kitchen, lounge, dining room and four bedrooms comfortably sleeping 6 people. The property has both a bathroom and shower room. Ideal for families, it has a large tree-lined enclosed garden. There is plenty of parking, a patio and garden furniture. Holidays here offer the perfect chance to relax, discover the natural beauty and history of the island, as well as abundant opportunities for climbing, walking, cycling and fishing.
Herbusta itself is situated within the township of Kilmuir, just off the main Uig-to-Staffin road. It is within easy walking distance of the Skye Museum of Island Life, the historic Kilmuir Cemetery and Flora MacDonald’s monument. A waymarker, directly outside the property, leads you to the Loch Sneosdal hillwalking circuit which takes in a hidden corrie loch, impressive cliffs and Beinn a’ Sgà, where Golden Eagles are often observed. The area is well noted for its bird life - Wheatears, Stonechats, and Reed Buntings can be seen on the quiet slopes of the hills around Herbusta. The Cuckoo is frequently observed within the garden between May and August.
The cottage is within easy reach of the sea, where sheltered bays at Camas Mor and Duntulm provide excellent rock fishing. The nearby Whitewave outdoor centre in Kilmuir offers kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, climbing and archery. Herbusta is ideally situated at the north end of Trotternish, providing easy access to Uig, the Fairy Glen, the unrivalled scenery of the Quirang, Duntulm Castle, Flodigarry and the sandy beaches of Staffin bay. Throughout the area is a trail of fascinating Ecomuseum sites, including fossil beaches, dinosaur footprints, dramatic walks, hidden lochs and stunning scenery. The main island town, Portree, with restaurants, supermarkets, swimming pool, boat trips and a small theatre, is no more than half an hour’s drive away. A ferry to the Outer Hebrides can be found in Uig for those who want to explore further afield!
Accommodation
The accommodation consists of the following:
- Entrance Porch - With central heating boiler, coat hooks and storage for boots.
- Kitchen - The kitchen is very well equipped with kettle, toaster, washing machine, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, electric oven, ceramic hob and hood.
- Lounge - This room has views of the sea and Outer Hebrides and is additionally heated by a wood-burning stove (an initial supply of wood is provided). A bookcase provides reading material, maps and local guidebooks. An LCD TV, with Sky Satellite TV, and a DVD player are also provided.
- Dining Room - Located off the lounge this room provides comfortable seating for 6 people, a storage unit containing games and a CD Player/HiFi with iPod dock. This bright room also provides access to the patio with views over the Outer Hebrides.
- Bedroom 1 - Double bedroom with waxed pine furniture, west facing, with views over the Outer Hebrides.
- Bedroom 2 - Double bedroom with modern antique pine furniture.
- Bedroom 3 - Bright primrose-yellow twin bedroom ideal for children. A travel cot is also available for infants.
- Shower Room - The shower room is equipped with an electric shower, wash hand basin and toilet. The shower unit provides easy access for the elderly or disabled.
- Bedroom 4 - The upstairs double bedroom is also west facing providing views across the Minch.
- Bathroom - The bright upstairs bathroom features a bath, wash hand basin and toilet.
 Lounge |
 Bedroom 1 |
 Kitchen |
 Bedroom 2 |
 Bathroom |
 Dining Room |
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1X Entrance Porch
1X Kitchen
1X Lounge
1X Dining room
3X Double bedrooms
1X Twin bedroom
1X Bathroom
1X Shower room
All towels, linen, heating oil, electricity and a starter pack of logs are provided within the cost of the rental.
As a courtesy to future guests no smoking is allowed inside the house. A maximum of one well behaved pet is permitted but they should not be allowed on the furnishings.
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Tariff/Prices 2012
Jan/Feb £300
March £300
April £400
May £450
June £450
July £500
August £500
September £450
October £400
Nov/Dec £300
Prices exclude Christmas, New Year and school holidays. Discounts are available for couples, fortnight bookings and short stays (3 days minimum) by prior arrangement with the owner.
A deposit of £100 is required to reserve a week and the reservation will be confirmed by email. The deposit is non-refundable. It is recommended that holiday cancellation insurance is taken out.
- Prices quoted are per week.
- The balance is payable 6 weeks before your arrival.
- Cheques should be made payable to Mr. Norman MacLeod.
- Payment can be arranged via web banking, international payments or PayPal if required.
- Bookings are for a minimum of 7 nights arriving and departing on a Saturday.
- We kindly ask that guests arrive no earlier than 4.00 p.m. and depart no later
than 10.00 a.m.
Season
Open all year round.
Location - How to Find Us
From the Skye road bridge, proceed along the A87 to Portree. When approaching Portree town centre take a left hand turn signposted Uig (A87).
After passing through the centre of Uig turn right along the A855 towards Kilmuir for 5 miles until you reach the turn off for Herbusta, which will be on your right just at the village hall. The road sign is marked Heribusta! Follow this road for about a mile and you will find 6 Herbusta four houses along the road on your left.
Map
Map showing location of 6 Herbusta Holiday Cottage.
Image produced from the Ordnance Survey Get-a-map service.
Image reproduced with kind permission of Ordnance Survey and
Ordnance Survey of Northern Ireland.
The Views & Locality
 Sunset over Harris |
 View of Herbusta |
 Museum of Island Life |
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Enquiries
Late Availability & Special Offers
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If you have a general accommodation enquiry or would like more information, then please use the form below. You can also ring us or send an email.
Write to:
Norman MacLeod
16 Hamilton Drive
Giffnock
Glasgow
G46 6NG
Tel +44 (0) 141 620 1653
Mob +44 (0) 7760410727
