1/2 of 17 Torrin

This charming traditional stone cottage is tucked away in the quiet crofting community of Torrin and within easy walking access to one of the best beaches on the Isle of Skye. Situated near the head of Loch Slapin, Torrin is surrounded by fabulous scenery, sea and mountains: by Blaven – one of the majestic Black Cuillin and by three of the Red Cuillin – all of which offer incredible opportunities to walk, climb and explore locally as well as the rest of Skye, Raasay and Glenelg areas. Torrin is a friendly village and it is just 7 miles to the main village of Broadford where there are excellent local services including supermarkets, petrol, shops, hotels and restaurants.

Recently extended and refurbished, 1/2 of 17 now offers ideal holiday accommodation where traditional meets contemporary. Its new extension has created a large living space open plan to the kitchen which allows social interaction and floods the room with natural light and views that enhance the new space, whilst allowing the charm of the original cottage to remain in the other rooms.

After a day on the hills or exploring the Isle of Skye, the light, comfortable lounge has a wood burning stove to relax in front of while you read a book, do a jigsaw or play one of the many games that are provided. Alternatively, if weather allows, the new patio doors lead out onto decking where you can relax to watch the sun setting or continue into the garden where there is a picnic table for outdoor dining. The holiday cottage is double glazed with a combi boiler for instant hot water, electric heating, to compliment the wood burning stove. The new open plan kitchen is very well equipped with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster etc and has a dining table that folds out to seat up to 6 people comfortably. In the shed outside, you will find the washing machine and tumble drier.

1/2 of 17 Torrin offers flexible sleeping accommodation for a maximum of 6 guests. Upstairs, there are 3 bedrooms; one king, one twin and one single whilst downstairs, there is now a charming bedroom with a feature stone wall and double bed. Built as a traditional island cottage, guests should note that the stairs are typically steep but there is a good handrail provided and stair gates provided top and bottom for safety if needed. The new bedroom on the ground floor is a welcome addition for those unable to use the stairs whilst the newly renovated ground floor bathroom lies next to this bedroom and has a large walk-in shower, basin and raised height W.C. for comfort. There is a child bed guard available for use if required.

Please note that guests can request a stair gate at the time of booking. The stair gates top and bottom are not bought metal ones but rather at the top a wood gate continuation of bannisters with hook lock and at bottom there is a wood barricade that slots onto the bottom stairs to stop little ones going up.

This holiday cottage offers guests a wonderful chance to relax and unwind with a rare opportunity to escape the digital information that now constantly bombards our lives. Due to its idyllic location surrounded by the Cuillin and near the beach, there is no TV due to poor reception but instead, a radio, Bluetooth speaker and CD player is provided along with a range of CDs, comfortable seating and a large selection of books, games and jigsaws to enjoy – a wonderful chance to rediscover conversation!

Similarly, Wi-Fi is unreliable in the area but due to a new phone mast, most mobile phone networks now generally work using 4G in the cottage which enables calls and roaming (EE has best signal). USB/universal ports are provided in the cottage for charging.

All linen is provided including a bath towel per person, plus hand towels in kitchen and bathroom. NB: Please bring own towels for use on beach.

Short Term Let Licence Number – HI-30605-F
EPC – F