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Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye

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Large comfortable living room with beautiful views to the sea.
Large comfortable living room with beautiful views to the sea.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Achnacloich, Scotland
  • Place, Loch Ghabhsgabhaig
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Armadale Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye

Gillean House offers the ultimate space for those seeking a relaxing & very special family holiday. Recently upgraded, this large beachfront house provides well appointed & 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 & mountain views, including the iconic Cuillin Range. A charming & expansive garden provides easy access to the beach as well as surrounding hills.

The space
Gillean House has been recently renovated and provides modern spacious accommodation for 6 guests whilst retaining wonderful characteristics of it's 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.

LIVING SPACE: Large living room with beautiful views to the sea. 2 couches, chair, and large screen TV.

KITCHEN: Spacious kitchen fully equipped with stove, oven, microwave, range, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

BEDROOMS: 3 large bedrooms located upstairs. Two bedrooms with king size beds and a third bedroom with two twin beds.

BATHROOMS: Modern bathroom downstairs with bathtub and shower head, shower upstairs and handy toilet in the entry way. Laundry facilities available in entry area.

GARDEN: Private and expansive garden with sea and hill views. Off street parking. Picnic bench available for use. Easy access to the beach.

Guest access
Gillean House is a home from home and guests are welcome to use all areas of the property.

Other things to note
As Gillean House is not located within a village, it is important guests plan accordingly. The nearest grocery store is located 15 minutes away in Armadale and offers basic provisions. Larger shops are located in Broadford and Fort William. The nearest cafes and restaurants are also a 15-20 minute drive from the house.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11801102
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Sleat

Sleat is home to this holiday home. Armadale Ferry Terminal and Torabhaig Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Bhreadhard and Loch Ghabhsgabhaig.
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Achnacloich, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Loch Ghabhsgabhaig - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Armadale Castle - 15 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Skye Bridge - 42 min drive - 46.6 km
  • Camusdarach Beach - 48 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 62 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 32 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 167 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elgol Bistro - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 1925 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Inn at Aird A' Bhasair - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shed - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ardvasar Hotel - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye on 28 August 2026 start from NZ$719, 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 Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gillean House-Spectacular beachfront property-Skye located?

Situated in Sleat, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Bhreadhard, Loch Ghabhsgabhaig and Loch Dhùghaill. Traigh Ostaig and Aird Old Church Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fantastic house for exploring Skye. Great house, great location!We absolutely enjoyed our stay here and would return again and again.Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Gillean house and found it to be a good location for heading out and exploring Skye. Come again!
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and amazing views! We loved it! You do need to prepare yourself for a 5 mile drive on a single track bumpy road to get in and out everyday. But it’s worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a mixed bag. The property is rather remote, so perfect for anyone wanting to get away from the maddening crowd. It's views are lovely. It offers many amenities such as a working fireplace, washer and dryer (more on those later), beach front, lovely rooms, heated floors and towel racks in the bathrooms. The shopping area is approx. 20 mins drive away - not crazy far - and they have a few lovely cafes, shops, groceries and pharmacies When we arrived however, the house was freezing cold. We turned everything that could possibly heat the house on, and it was warm 24 hours later. But, not very welcoming. There are also strict instructions re parking. It requires you to squeeze into a specific spot between two perpendicular stone walls and maneuver around the gates at the same time. Quite a feat in a rented, unfamiliar car. Washing clothes turned into a marathon night. A head's up to the owners: your washing machines aren't like ours. At all. A user's manual would save a lot of frustration and time for your guests. So, pros and cons. I don't thing we would return but only because if the remoteness.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an amazing place to stay! Beautiful , spacious house, off the beaten path, on the beach, perfect for our group of 5 adults. Great kitchen with enough pots and pans for cooking and eating and storing food. Lovely rooms. pretty outdoor space to enjoy the surrounding scenery. Beautiful sunsets. Loved sleeping to the sounds of waves rolling in and sheep calling out in the distance. Perfection! Long one lane drive off the main road.
From the bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judithorloffmd

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely gorgeous view of the ocean. The tide goes out and we walked on the beach with the most amazing clouds and colors. The house was spotless and the host very responsive. The location is way more beautiful and striking than the pics show. If you want a home that is off the beaten path and surrounded by great beauty this is for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a stunning location, jaw dropping beauty. And the property was very well laid out, spacious and clean! Truly amazing. The pics don’t do it justice. Be warned, drive slow on the road to Gilead House. It’s a single lane, bumpy hilly road. All the drivers we met were cautious and courteous though.
Across the street from the house
The house itself, viewed from the road
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, spacious and well-equipped house, plus a beautiful view from every window! All questions we had were answered immediately. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Charlotte Cant

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