Allt Dearg Cottage

(“Dearg” is pronounced “Jerak”)

Unique in its solitary location at the foot of the Black Cuillin this much loved cottage is within a few minutes walk of the main road and the Sligachan Hotel. Sheep sometimes sit on the doorstep or deer visit and a lovely burn runs close by. Although being continually modernised (it has modern double glazing throughout and a wood burning stove) Allt Dearg retains its traditional character. The cottage can sleep five (note that we are no longer using the annex (the Bothy) as sleeping accommodation, so 5 is now the maximum number of people on a booking).

Read on down to see the list of extensive cottage facilities or view pictures of the cottage and its surroundings on the right. Also pictures of the rooms which will give you a feel for the place. Click on the map on the right to view a map of the location of the self catering cottage. You can find a list of links to local facilities here.

Please look at the availability calendar as the cottage is normally booked a long way ahead. (Do also ensure you read our terms of let and information on how to book.)

Facilities

Please note! We are in the process of making some changes to the cottage, and so this information is subject to change! If you book with us we will ensure that you are aware of any significant changes.

Wifi; Washer/Drier; Freezer; Linen provided; Drying room; Wood-burning stove; Bath & Shower; Pets with permission.

Sitting Room
The sitting room has a wood-burning stove (as well as an electric heater) and comfortable sofas and chairs providing a cosy place for passing those wet or midgey Skye evenings! There is a large and diverse selection of books, as well as playing cards, jigsaw puzzles and games. You won’t find television but there is free WIFI with normally works well although speed is variable and a radio/CD player. There is 4G mobile phone reception.

Kitchen
The well equipped kitchen provides everything that you need to cater for 8 people, except of course food and drink! In addition to full sets of crockery, glasses and cutlery and a wide selection of pans and utensils, the equipment includes:

• Fridge/freezer (75/25 by volume) It is now quite a large one – see photo of kitchen.
• Microwave.
• Electric cooker with two fan ovens and ceramic hob.
• Toaster, electric kettle, electric hand-held whisk and electric blender stick.
• Tea towels and oven hands.
• A portable radio.

Bedrooms
The main cottage has a single bedroom downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs. There is a double and single bed in one of the upstairs bedrooms and the other has twin beds. All beds have modern, comfortable mattresses, good quality duvets and pillows and are made up ready for you. The bedrooms have ample hanging and drawer space. There are lots of spare blankets. A cot and high chair can be provided on request. We don’t normally provide bedding for the cot.

Washing facilities
In the cottage is a bathroom with bath, small hand basin, lavatory, 2 heated towel rails and electric heater, together with a fantastic view. The bath has shower mixer taps but there is not a lot of head room for a stand up shower. There is also a hand basin in the double bedroom. In the bothy there is a shower room, with electric shower, hand basin, chemical toilet, heated towel rail, electric heater and an automatic washer/dryer.
There is a separate large drying room with electric heater and clothes pulley rack.

Heating and Water and Electricity
All rooms have electric heaters with controllable time clocks. There is a storage radiator in the hall.

The stove burns wood and we leave some wood, kindling and firelighters to get you started.

Both the cottage and bothy are fully double glazed.

There is a private water supply with a UV sterilisation and filtration plant.

Hot water is provided by immersion heaters and controllable time clocks. The shower heats its own water.

Electricity is now included in the rent (for those who have been before this is a change from how we previously operated).

Miscellaneous

• We leave washing up liquid, toilet cleaner etc. but don’t expect to supply enough for your whole stay. You will also find basics like tea bags, salt and pepper and some herbs, spices, etc. and it would be good if you could replace these if you finish them up.
• Telephone (incoming calls only) – 01478 650200.
• Wireless broadband is available (included in price)
• Postal address – Allt Dearg, Sligachan, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SW
• There is a garage attached to the bothy but it is quite small and is not often used for cars! It makes excellent storage for bicycles.

Overall our aim is a comfortable, well equipped, well maintained cottage that is affordable and gives pleasure.