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Gillean House
Gillean House offers the ultimate space for those seeking a relaxing and very special family holiday.
Recently upgraded, this large beachfront house provides well appointed and spacious modern living whilst retaining the charm of the original 1803 croft house.
Nestled in a peaceful hamlet on the Sleat Pennisula, Gillean House boasts incredible sea and mountain views, including the iconic Cuillin Range. A charming and expansive garden provides easy access to the beach as well as surrounding hills.
Gillean House has been recently renovated and provides modern spacious accommodation for 6 guests whilst retaining wonderful characteristics of its 200 year heritage. Gillean or Gillen House, was built in 1803 by Dr. Alasdair MacDonald. The house was known for its many ceilidhs and dances. There is historical information about the house at the Armadale Museum.
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Recent Reviews
What recent guests have been saying about Gillean House.
Rachel
Gillean House is a magical and very special place! The location is stunning, right on the beach with amazing views across to the Cullin range on a clear day and beautiful sunsets over the bay at night. The night sky is incredible for stargazing on the beach! Gillean House is a very fine house that has been beautifully renovated and is very comfortable and well equipped. It was a little bit chilly when we first arrived (the kitchen especially), but it soon warmed up! Everything was very clean and well maintained. Charlotte and Robbie are excellent hosts and communication with them was always smooth. The house is in a remote location on the Sleat Peninsula with access along a narrow, single track road, so you definitely need a car to reach it and shouldn't be in a hurry to get anywhere! We loved the remoteness, peace and tranquility of Achnaloich and didn't venture far to explore! We would love to come back, our only fear is that too many people discover this magical place!
Apr 2024
Karen
Aug 2023
Well not really sure what I can say that could sum up our week here apart from absolutely amazing - the house and location was beautiful. Met lots of friendly locals who gave us recommendations on where to go but to be honest we didn’t venture that far from the beach that is on your doorstep. If you want to see the mountains and sea do some kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, fishing, biking (if you like hills!) and walking you really can’t beat this place. The only thing is I don’t want everyone to know about it! Thank you for such a wonderful stay, it has been fantastic and we will certainly be back.
Lisa
This airbnb was the best we had at our whole trip in Scotland. We enjoyed the peaceful environment and had a great time. Also the check-out was really easy. Thank you so much for this experience.
May 2024
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Postal Address:
Gillean House
Stonefield
Tarskavaig
Isle of Skye
IV46 8SB
what3words: slogans.burying.uncouth
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Having your own transport is essential as there is no public transport to this part of Skye. Parking is available for guests beside the house.
Tarskavaig
Tarskavaig is a peaceful hamlet on the Sleat Peninsula on the south side of the Isle of Skye. This crofting village boasts some of the most striking views in Scotland offering breath-taking vistas of the small isles including Eigg, Rum and Canna as well as unrivalled panoramas of the iconic Cuillin Ranges. Wonderful wildlife and sea air awaits, as you leave behind the hustle and bustle of modern day life and immerse yourself in the incredible peace and tranquillity this area has to offer. Children experience freedom and safety to roam and enjoy all that nature has to offer.
Armadale is a pleasant 20 min drive away, where the ferry from Mallaig arrives, providing visitors with an alternative to the Skye Bridge or the Glenelg Ferry. Here you will find Armadale Stores, a post office and community run petrol station as well as local cafes and charming gift shops. Beyond the village lies The Clan Donald Centre, said to be Skye's best visitor attraction, comprising of two main elements; Armadale Castle Gardens (surrounding the ruins of Armadale Castle) and the magnificent Museum of the Isles.
40 minutes drive north of Tarskavaig is the tranquil village of Broadford, Skye's second largest settlement. Here you will find a wide variety of pubs, restaurants, cafes and takeaways as well as a large supermarket, craft shops and outdoor activity providers.
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