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Living room Foresters
Bathroom with shower Foresters

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 01

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 02

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Foresters Cottage -private garden

Within the stunning woodland policies of Armadale Castle, Foresters Cottage is a perfect holiday base for up to 4 people on the magical Isle of Skye. Located in its secluded grounds, the woodland surroundings provide guests with a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.

The recently refurbished and well-appointed cottage consists of a living room with a dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. The bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms consisting of one double room and one twin room.

There is ample private parking at the property.

The cottage is available for rent throughout the year.
During the visitor season (April-October) we invite you to explore our beautiful Castle Gardens and Museum for free. Just show your key at the ticket office for unlimited entry during public opening hours.

Quality self-catering accommodation on the grounds of Armadale Castle, in tranquil south Skye. Our six cosy cabins are brilliant for couples, families, and groups and have breath-taking views of the Sound of Sleat, situated on the hillside above Armadale, opposite Knoydart.

We also offer our Foresters Cottage, which has its private garden and gives guests their privacy when staying. The spacious Flora MacDonald Apartment can also be booked. It is located on the upper level of our historic Stables building.

Welcoming and comfortable, the properties are equipped to the highest standard, ensuring a pleasant stay at Armadale. The cabins consist of an open-plan living and dining kitchen, with a patio door leading to your veranda offering stunning sea and mountain views.

All of the accommodation units sleep 4 and 2 can sleep up to 5 people. Bed linen, towels and electricity are included in the price, so there are no hidden extras. We have some dog-friendly units, but please ensure you add your dog when booking. There is a charge of 20 GBP per dog per stay (max of 2 dogs per accommodation).

The dog-friendly properties are Antrim, Sleat, Glencoe, Keppoch and Clanranald cabins, and the Foresters Cottage. However, dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms. Dogs are not permitted in Glengarry Cabin or the Flora MacDonald Apartment.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sleat

Located in Sleat, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Traigh Ostaig and Traigh a' Chnuic, while Museum of the Isles and Mallaig Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Isle of Skye, Highland

What's nearby

  • Aird Old Church Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Museum of the Isles - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Skye Bridge - 33 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 51 min drive - 58.9 km

Getting around

  • Mallaig Station - 35 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tea Garden Cafe - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse and Crannog - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪J Lawrie & Sons - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Chlachain Inn, Mallaig - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪The Cabin Seafood Restaurant - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Foresters Cottage -private garden pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Foresters Cottage -private garden?

As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Foresters Cottage -private garden on 29 March 2026 start from NZ$482, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Foresters Cottage -private garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Foresters Cottage -private garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Foresters Cottage -private garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Foresters Cottage -private garden located?

This family-friendly Sleat cottage is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Aird Old Church Gallery and Armadale Ferry Terminal. Museum of the Isles and Armadale Castle are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Cosy, comfortable, and peaceful.

Great location and comfortable cottage. Good facilities, easy access, very convenient for the Armadale ferry. Communication with the owners was very good.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Fantastic, relaxing stay for our Silver Wedding Anniversary.

The cottage is peaceful - isolated enough that you feel away from the world, but close enough to the village shop, pub, and routes to other places that you aren't really isolated at all. The cottage is also very well maintained, with everything you could need for a wonderful stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Linda

A comfortable and attractive cottage

We enjoyed staying in the cottage and exploring the Castle Museum and paths. After booking the cottage we found out that Stables was no longer serving dinner. This was very inconvenient since we were coming by ferry on foot, with backpacks and roll-ons, and did not want to have to carry food and drink too un slopes quite daunting at our age (75...85).
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The cottage was cozy, clean and perfect for our stay on the Isle of Skye.

I loved the coziness of the cottage. The check-in process was super easy and the cottage had literally everything. The full kitchen and washer/dryer were appreciated. The small touches were very nice as well (like the hair dryer with diffuser attachment in one of the bedrooms). I also appreciated the excellent WiFi and access to streaming apps on the TV.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was extremely nice. It was cozy, clean and the perfect size for our 3 night stay on Skye. The full kitchen and washer/dryer were especially appreciated. The check in and check out process was super easy. I also appreciated the excellent WIFI.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrew

Excellent

Great location. Clean and tidy giving a welcoming feel.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Beautiful cottage tucked away in a park-like setting.

Clean and cozy cottage with great walks all around. The castle and grounds are beautiful, we were lucky to enjoy sunny weather. One note for visitors, the bathroom is on the ground floor and the bedrooms are upstairs.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Très bel endroit. Amazing. Beautifull setting!

Beaucoup de commodités dans ke cottage. A lot of facillities in the cottage
From a partner site

8/10 Good

GORDON

good location and accommodation

secure garden for the dog. within easy walking distance of local shops and plenty of local walks from the property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ervin

Great experience

The accommodation was really cosy, clean, and provided all the things that a family needs. The parking place next to the cottage was also of great value.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephen

Very relaxed

The cottage is in a woodland setting and very quiet. Albeit, the blind in main bedroom didn't work.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

A peaceful stay at Foresters cottage in a beautiful location.

So peaceful, just bird song and countryside surrounding a lovely cottage. We had complimentary wine, biscuits, tea, coffee and milk upon arrival, which was nice gesture. The accommodation itself was cosy and warm with everything needed to make us feel at home. As we were out of season, the castle grounds were not open, but this gives us a reason to return again one day to this stunning location on the Isle of Skye. Thank you Armadale castle for a wonderful and unforgettable stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

fabulous accommodations, beautiful location

We stayed at the Foresters Cottage. It was a quaint little cottage that exceeded our expectations. The rooms and beds were comfortable and the cottage was very clean.We were there in November 2024 and the weather was quite crisp and cold. The cottage was warm and cozy. This was out first stop on a tour of Scotland and it set the standard.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Such a beautiful place! Lovely helpful staff. Brilliant accommodation.

Skye is so beautiful, but Sleat and Armadale are stunning. Loved the accommodation and the cleanliness. Very happy stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paweł

Great place for 4 people

Nice and quiet location - a good start for exploration of Isle of Skye.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Perfect setting. Cute little cottage and the extra touches make it just like home

The cottage has everything you need and the welcome pack was a great little touch. From booking to check out the process was uncomplicated and communication spot on. The cottage is a great base for exploring the Isle and the views along the roads from the cottage are spectacularly stunning. We were even lucky enough to spot the Aurora from garden! Definitely recommended, because who doesn’t want to stay in the grounds of a castle.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Fantastic well equipped dog friendly cottage

Cottage location and facilities were amazing. Will absolutely look to stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peter

We were very happy with the accomodation at Foresters Cottage

The cottage was clean, well maintained and very homely. We especially liked the little extra things which had been done to make us feel welcome such as putting the lights on for our arrival, and providing us with enough provisions to be able to make a snack and a warm drink as soon as we arrived. Thank you!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Paul

Basic but good.

Nice place, absolutely fine base for touring the island. Good facilities, especially kitchen and wifi. The only downside for us was the shower, which was like warm at best and we could t increase this. We could have asked but it wasn’t a big enough deal.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

We loved the peace and quiet of the Forester's cottage, which was comfortable and spacious.

We liked having our own place, driveway, spacious children's bedroom, comfortable living room, large kitchen. Complimentary access to Armadale Castle was also nice. Where is the box for what we didn't like?? You need to ask that question also. So here it is: you need better and more accurate directions to the individual accommodation given there is no one to greet you on arrival. Not only did we have difficulty finding our cottage but also we had to help another family find theirs.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Donna

A beautiful place but wished we knew ahead of time food would be difficult to come by.

We loved the cottage, the kitchen, sleeping areas and the lovely home feel. We were happy to have a washer and dryer as wel.

About the host

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The Armadale estate was once part of the traditional lands of Clan Donald and the family seat of the Macdonalds of Sleat. At its heart is Armadale Castle, now a romantic ruin, which sits in a dramatic position overlooking the Sound of Sleat. The Castle is surrounded by 40 acres of magnificent gardens, with exotic planting, magnificent trees and charming walks.
Also on the estate is the award-winning Museum of the Isles, which tells the story of the Highlands and Islands and Clan Donald.
Accommodation guests have unlimited free entry to the Castle, Gardens and Museum during normal opening hours throughout the season from April to October.

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