Amber's Cottage, Staffin

Isle of Skye. Sleeps up to 4

Amber's Cottage is a charming, detached, whitewashed stone property located in a private, elevated setting just one mile from the village of Staffin on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The cottage offers breathtaking sea and mountain views, and is within walking distance of village shops, eateries, a sandy beach, and a community centre with a licensed restaurant. This single-storey accommodation is ideal for a small family or group of friends looking to enjoy the scenic beauty and exceptional mountain walks in the area.

The cottage features two bedrooms, a shower room, a comfortable sitting room with an electric stove-effect fire, a spacious fitted kitchen/diner, and a large porch for storing walking boots and coats. The impressive Quiraing Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the village of Staffin, where eagles can often be seen soaring overhead. A short walk from Amber's Cottage leads to the shoreline and sandy beach, where visitors can marvel at dinosaur footprints that date back 165 million years.

Staffin Beach is renowned for its unique black sand and the famous dinosaur footprints revealed at low tide, making it one of the most popular beaches on the Isle of Skye. The beach is easily accessible from the cottage, either by a short drive or a pleasant walk. The Isle of Skye offers numerous attractions for visitors, including the lively town of Portree with its pubs, shops, and restaurants, the world-famous Dunvegan Castle, and Skye's only distillery at Talisker.

For wildlife enthusiasts, the area around Amber's Cottage is a haven, with opportunities to spot eagles, whales, deer, and otters. After a day of exploring the natural beauty and attractions of the Isle of Skye, Amber's Cottage provides a welcoming and cozy base to return to, ensuring a memorable stay for all its guests.