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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4352 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Highland Council, Scotland
  • Dunvegan Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Claigan Coral Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Coral Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Benbecula (BEB)
    ‪209 min drive‬

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About the area

Stein

In Waternish .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of The Shilasdair Shop and 6 miles (10 km) of Trumpan Church with a stay here. Dunvegan Castle is within 9 miles (15 km) and Macleod's Tables is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dunvegan Castle - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Skye Silver Gift Shop - 15 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Neist Point Lighthouse - 22 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Claigan Coral Beach - 35 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Coral Beach - 35 min drive - 19.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Edinbane Lodge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Three Chimneys - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jann's Cakes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old School Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪YURTea&Coffee - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachcomber Cottage, Waternish

Beachcomber cottage is a traditional fisherman's cottage next door to the Michelin star restaurant "LochBay", run by Michael Smith. It is also a minute's walk from the "Stein Inn" that celebrity chef Paul Rankin took over in 2019.
The accommodation warmly welcomes you with it's coal fire and traditional interior. There are 2 bedrooms, one shower room, and a kitchen/diner too, all that is needed for a very comfortable stay here on Skye.
Benefitting from a private garden to the front, across the road, heading down to the shore, facing west so sunsets here can be spectacular.
Waternish has a dark skies area where, on occasions when the atmospheric conditions are right, you can see the Aurora Borealis.
Come see for yourself!

Property manager

Catherine MacPherson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,789 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Beachcomber Cottage, Waternish Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage
This is a wonderful cottage in a gorgeous area. My husband and I highly recommend it if you are looking for a quiet, peaceful and remote experience on the Isle Of Skye. The surroundings are stunning and the cottage itself is so warm and welcoming. Very clean, size and layout are comfortable, kitchen and bathroom had everything we needed. Living room area relaxing. Cottage in back and front are bonuses. Parking was no issue. Owner is very thoughtful with providing information about the area. You can tell it is well kept and loved. Can't say enough about the restaurant at The Stein Inn. Best food we had on our trip. Loved walking to Skye Skins and their yurt for coffee. Great location to explore Dunvegan Castle, town of Dunvegan, and Neist Point. Very small grocery in Dunvegan where we were able to buy all we needed. Although small compared to other areas, we loved driving and exploring the Waternish Peninsula. Just gorgeous. Be sure to visit the Trumpan church ruins and graveyard. Interesting history and the views are incredible. Search for Donnie's honesty box on the other side of peninsula for his tablet. A real treat. Finally saw Highland coos on the drive! This cottage was one of those places we didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Cottage was clean and very comfortable with a great view of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Days in Stein
We loved our time at the Beachcomber Cottage. It was perfect for our group of 4. The views from the property were wonderful and it was a great place for exploring Skye.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
A lovely cottage in an excellent location.. Beautiful views of the shore( telescope provided). We were part of a terrace of traditional cottages alongside a pub, a craft shop/ gallery and a restaurant and there were lots of divers coming and going - so plenty going on. The kitchen was well designed and very well equipped . There was no file in the cottage to explain where things wwere. Because of this, we didn't discover the lovely garden across the road until our last day. And we spent some time searching for oven gloves andall of which were there, but that is the only quibble.AThe cottage was very well equipped and avbeautiful0place to return to after enjoying the wonderful landscapes of tSkyye. Mary An ideal place for people who want to be in beautiful surroundings? I really liked the decor And there are some beautiful pictures on the walls.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralf I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr nettes Häuschen mit viel Charme/A very charming little house
Das Haus hat unsere Erwartung bestens erfüllt. Es ist sehr schön eingerichtet und bietet alles für einen erholsamen Aufenthalt. Das Haus befindet sich leider in einem Funkloch, es verfügt jedoch über ein sehr leistungsstarkes WLan. Sehr schön ist der Garten mit den Adirondeck-Stühlen, von denen man einen wunderbaren Blick auf das Wasser und die Landschaft hat. Wir waren mit dem E-Auto unterwegs. Die nächste Ladestation ist zehn Minuten zu Fuß entfernt und leistet leider nur 4 kW/h. Das ist aber kein Mangel des Hauses... The house has more than met our expectations. It is very nicely furnished and offers everything you need for a relaxing stay. The house is in a dead zone, but it has a very powerful Wi-Fi connection. The garden is very nice, with Adirondeck chairs from which you have a wonderful view of the water and the landscape. We travelled by electric car. The nearest charging station is a ten-minute walk away and unfortunately only provides 4 kW/h. But that's not a fault of the house...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Cottage in Beautiful Location
We loved our stay in Beachcomber Cottage. It was an ideal place to end our days and it had the same rural vibe as the rest of the Isle. Perfect for a family of four. It was very clean and well maintained with modern appliances in an otherwise traditional house with lots of history. Be sure to plan your arrival such that you arrive with all the groceries and supplies you will need, as Stein does not have anywhere to buy groceries or other necessities. The house came with plenty of dishes and silverware as well as paper towels and all detergents needed to operate the dishwasher and washing machine. Note there is no dryer, but a hanging rack is available as well as a clothes line in the garden if you feel adventurous. There is a hot water supply, but the shower is an electric shower which worked very well. If we ever come back to Skye, we would try to stay here again. The information about how to use some of the appliances is contained on a single tablet computer that was not working for us, so some physical instructions might be helpful as a backup. For example, there was some trial and error to get the washing machine to work as it is not obvious what tray to load the detergent for which cycle. It's a nice front-loader unit in the kitchen and luckily we are familiar with them, but the short cycles don't use enough water to dissolve a detergent pod. Most of the other appliances are also good quality and pretty self-explanatory, so it wasn't much of a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
A great cosy cottage in a beautiful location and only a few meters from a great pub The Stein Inn. The cottage was clean, easy to check in and had everything you’d need, even a fireplace. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachcomber Cottage
Quaint cottage directly on the Loch Bay. Clean and comfortable. Garden with seating and table. Stone beach with water access. Found many pieces of colorful pottery and glassware! There are two restaurants, one is Loch Bay which is Michelin awarded. Weeks wait to get a reservation. The other is Stein. Reservations suggested. No other food, so stop at a Co-O prior to arriving!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property.
Beachcomber Cottage is a great property in a wonderful location on Skye. It has a good layout and is very well equipped. Externally there is a garden with outdoor furniture and ample parking. There is a quality restaurant and Inn within easy walking distance. We will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage in a picturesque peaceful setting on the water with a storybook view
This is a great VRBO! The cottage is set within a row of traditional fishermen’s cottages. The historical old cottages, although outfitted with modern amenities, provide a perfect backdrop for the serene picture perfect setting. The sunsets here are truly breathtaking and just being here makes you exhale all stress. The private gated garden which goes to the waterfront is wonderful too. A wonderful surprise is being next door to a Michelin star restaurant (also residing in one of the fisherman’s cottages). We were lucky to be able to eat here (get reservations in advance..Loch Bay). The food was perfectly prepared and presented in a friendly relaxed atmosphere. Also a couple doors down in another of the fisherman’s cottages is the Stein Inn which has the oldest pub in Skye with a great traditional pub atmosphere and good food/drink. The host, Cat, was great! We had one small issue at check-in but Cat was quick to respond and we were grateful! We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise B., Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stein stay
Absolutely loved the cottage and location. When the weather turned quite cool, the lounge room heating wasn’t operating at all so we replied to their welcome email with two messages for help. Received no reply. Everything else was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice place, but...
The property is very well kept, well-appointed dishes and appliances, bathroom is nice, bedrooms are nice. But this note is particularly for Americans traveling in summer: The house has no A/C nor does it have any fans. This is not an issue in other seasons, but if you catch a summer that is warmer than usual (increasingly frequent in Scotland now), then it could be an issue. House owners there have not yet adapted to this fact, so this means almost no place has A/C or fans to assist with air movement. Bring your own portable battery powered fan. Secondly, the village of Stein is very remote by most American standards. Be prepared to navigate single track roads to get there, and bring in food at least for breakfast: there are 2 restaurants in Stein, but no store. Closest stores are in Portree or Dunvegan. It's a beautiful place and we enjoyed our time there; we just needed a fan...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane L., Templeton, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage
We had the best time at this cottage! It is adorable, comfortable, and in the perfect location. It was myself, and my three adult children, and it was the perfect location to call home while exploring Skye.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friends and I stayed at the Beachcomber for 3 nights of a 2 week trip in Scotland. Honestly, I would have been happy to spend the whole 2 weeks here. The stay was one of the highlights of the trip with the charming location, local history, surprising restaurant choices from historic inn to Michelin Star and gift shop with items by local artists. The cottage was over the top charming as well, with equipped kitchen, lots of info on surrounding area, clean, comfortable, can't say enough good things. I will happily return if possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Fishing Cottage
This cottage was very well set-up, for us- great heat (we were there in Feb.), well-equipped, nice furnishings, and overall very comfy. We enjoyed the coal fire in the living room very much! The location is wonderful, just across the little road from the loch, and also it was very quiet. We would have appreciated a notebook of instructions in addition to or instead of the video set-up, which was NOT so convenient for looking up answers to questions, (and also totally puzzling to us at the beginning), and we never did figure out the tv. Nevertheless, we would happily go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley P., Kerrville, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
October Holiday
Beachcomber Cottage was amazing and we loved our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M., Ottawa, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved, loved, loved, loved it!
We had a fantastic stay at the Beachcomber Cottage. It is a beautiful cottage with modern appliances along with original architecture throughout the cottage itself. The two bedrooms are spacious and beds were comfortable. Water pressure was good and toiletries were provided along with plenty of towels. The location is spectacular with views out over Loch Bay from the private garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Minneapolis, minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples stay
Best location , we couldn’t be happier. Amazing view and wonderful usable yard. All amenities we could want. We had so much fun here and will likely return. The cottage is close to a pier so we got to watch boats come and go as well as families sail and fish. Rise of tide was fun to watch as well. Local flora and fauna was amazing as were all the sheep about.. we at at both of the local restaurants and enjoyed them , unique and small ,local fish places. Shower was hot and water pressure was wonderful. Great place for morning walks, coffee out front on the bench. Love the the views from the road as we drove in and out. Check out local shops , especially Skyesyns. The tannery is at the top of the hill. So cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachcomber stay
This is a wonderfully cozy cottage near the end of the earth! We particularly liked the feel of the historic with the convenience of the modern. Very nicely done! Learned a bit about the history of the estate from the folks at the Stein Inn. Would love to learn more. This is definitely the place to get away from the crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Olivier C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay at the Cottage Beachcomber
We have spent 3 days at the Cottage Beachcomber, Waternish. 3 magic days. The cottage is very cosy, warm and confortable. We really felt home Although the weather was not terrific, we could enjoy the garden across the small road and the scenic view over the loch. The cottage is located just between two nice places for dinner: the Michelin awarded Loch Bay restaurant (There was no availability, reservation required several weeks ahead of time) and the excellent Stein Inn. In brief, the best memory of our 2w trip across Scotland.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simeon

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jordi m., barcelona

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Very nice house with everything you need.Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023