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Welcome
to Roskhill Barn.
Built as an agricultural byre in the late 19th century, this stone-walled
barn is beautifully located in its own attractive gardens set well back
from the main A863 just three miles south of Dunvegan on the north-west
coast of Skye.
Skillfully converted in the 1960s and recently upgraded, the Barn now comprises two lovely apartments.
The ground floor apartment is occupied by the owner, while the upstairs apartment is available for bed and breakfast, serviced self catering, or fully self catering on daily or weekly terms.
Roskhill Barn Accommodation
Every room has electric heaters, and all the windows are double glazed.
The modern kitchen has a ceramic hob cooker, 2-door fridge/ freezer, microwave
oven and automatic washer/dryer.
The bathroom has an overbath electric shower.
You will love the far-reaching views from the windows which take in Pool Roag, Loch Bracadale, and the cliffs to Idrigill Point with a background of MacLeod's Tables. On clear days, the islands of Canna and Rum can be seen on the horizon.
The large garden of the Barn is available for use by guests. There is
ample guest parking, a lawn and naturalised borders, and pond. There is
garden furniture and drying green.
Free wi-fi broadband access is available to guests.
A cosy two bedroom apartment in a converted 19th century barn with far
reaching sea and mountain views.
OPEN ALL YEAR. Dogs welcome.
There is a wealth of beautiful coastal scenery within minutes' walk of
the front door and the Barn is well placed for exploration of both the
west and north coasts of the island.
The village of Dunvegan - famed for its castle of the same name - also
offers a range of shops, pubs and a post office.
Taigh Bàrr – the “top house”:
Taigh Bàrr is the fully independent upstairs apartment in Roskhill
Barn.
The downstairs apartment is the home of Sue and Richard - proprietors
of Skye Holidays.
Taigh Bàrr is fully equipped for parties of up to four, with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. It is built into the roof of the Barn, so all of the ceilings are coombed.
Peace, comfort and privacy is ensured. The apartment is reached by an outside staircase which leads to a feature porch and fully glazed front door.
Taigh Bàrr is accessed by an outside staircase with feature porch,
into an entrance foyer opening into a large living area.
There is a modern fully fitted galley-style kitchen at one end and a cosy
lounge/diner at the other.
The modern bathroom has an over-bath electric shower and there are two
comfortable bedrooms - a twin and a double.
All the rooms have coombed ceilings and lovely open views across to stunning
coastal scenery and MacLeods Tables.
The apartment is fully double glazed, and heated throughout by electric heaters.
A gravelled area to either side of the Barn provides adequate parking space and all guests are welcome to use the garden and its garden furniture.
Open all year. Dogs welcome.
The Isle of Skye - things to see and do:
The Isle of Skye is the largest and best known of the Inner Hebrides,
an island group off the west coast of mainland Scotland.
Renowned in history, song and poetry (where it is sometimes referred as
Eilean a' Cheò - The Misty Isle) Skye is equally well known for
its natural beauty and its wildlife.
The Cuillin mountains and their gentler neighbours the Red Cuillin rise
over the island and form its core, but the deeply indented coastline means
you are never far from the sea.
As you travel around the area you will see and may hear Scottish Gaelic,
the indigenous language of the Highlands & Islands and a further part
of the rich local culture and tradition.
In north Skye you will find:
The CORAL BEACHES of Claigan.
The TROTTERNISH PENINSULA - wonderful coastal and cliff scenery.
The QUIRAING - awesome rock formations.
NEIST POINT - the most westerly point on the Isle of Skye, giving excellent
views over Moonen Bay to Waterstein Head and out over the Minch to the
Western Isles
WATERNISH POINT - walk to the lighthouse, spot wildlife, especially whales,
dolphins and seabirds.
SEAL COLONY boat trips from Dunvegan.
DUNVEGAN CASTLE and gardens
DAY TRIPS TO HARRIS and the Outer Isles from Uig.
In central Skye:
The magnificent CUILLIN MOUNTAINS - the high peaks are places for experienced
climbers only, but there are plenty of opportunities for low level walks
to admire and photograph the amazing scenery.
GLEN BRITTLE - miles of forest walks and, at the bottom of the glen, one
of the best beaches on Skye.
PORTREE and BROADFORD - the largest towns on the island. Plenty of shops,
cafes, restaurants and bars.
The ISLE OF RAASAY - take the ferry from Sconser to visit this little
neighbour of Skye.
The BRAES, near Portree - a beautiful rocky coastline and a sandy bay
to explore.
WILDLIFE SPOTTING BOAT TRIPS - from Elgol to Loch Coruisk or to Canna
and Rum.
In southern Skye:
The SLEAT PENINSULA - a gentle landscape of lush moorland dotted with
forestry plantations.
KYLEAKIN - walk from this small town to Castle Moil (ruin), built by a
Norwegian princess in the 10th century.
KYLERHEA OTTER HAVEN - see otters, seals and many species of sea birds
from the viewing hide.
ARMADALE CASTLE and gardens.
Outdoor adventures - Natural Skye:
Isle of Skye Walks - help to find the best walking routes on Skye, from
the classic outings to hidden gems not found in guidebooks.
Skye Trekking Centre - horse riding, pony trekking and riding lessons
for people of all ages and abilities. Appreciate the beauty of Skye from
horseback.
Guided walking, scrambling and climbing - climb in the foot steps of the
early pioneers Collie, Mackenzie, Nicholson and Bell. Step onto the Cioch
via Collies route and marvel at the views.
Employ the services of a professional mountain guide to lead a walk, scramble
or serious climb.
Dive and Sea the Hebrides - offers some of the finest, remote European
and British diving available.
Bella Jane and AquqXplore - scenic, wildlife-spotting boat trips from
Elgol
Kylerhea Otter Haven - see otters, seals and many species of sea birds
from the viewing hide.
Email Roskhill Barn enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
