Log Cabins & Lodges on the Isle of Skye

Peppered with untamed mountains and lush valleys, caves, beaches, and glens, the natural paradise of Skye is one of Europe’s most stunning holiday destinations. And what better way can there be to enjoy the island than from your very own log cabin? The area in and around the Isle of Skye's main town, Portree is a fantastic base for exploring the island, with all the amenities on hand for a comfortable stay. Or if you are looking for something truly special, how about a log cabin in the remote heart of the island’s spine-chillingly gorgeous landscapes? Look around Loch Dunvegan in the northwest for true paradisiacal seclusion.

Log cabins in the Isle of Skye tend to be small and cosy, perfect for couples, although there is a smattering of bigger options for families, with up to 6 bedrooms. The lodges are almost exclusively situated in unforgettable natural habitats, with many providing complete seclusion at the foothills of rugged mountains, on the dramatic Atlantic coast, or bordering fast flowing rivers that will serenade you to sleep.

The Isle of Skye is a fantastic place to introduce your children to the wonders of the natural world. To set them off on their journey, take them to Fairy Pools, where you can navigate the streams and stepping-stones on an hour-long walk to enchanting crystal-clear waterfalls, cascades and rock pools. The surrounding landscape is one big natural playground, great for exploring and playing games of hide and seek

Enthusiastic hikers can look forward to a natural paradise of jagged mountains, rolling mists and peaceful lakes, or lochs, as they are called in Scotland. With a multitude of spellbindingly beautiful trails to explore, where to start? The Black Cuillin is a mountain range on the Isle of Skye that encompasses all the island has to offer in one. Nature at its imperious best, stunning from every angle – if you are looking to hike in Skype, make this your destination of choice.

No trip to Scotland is complete without a visit to a castle. Don’t miss the Isle of Skye's Dunvegan Castle, known as the oldest continuously inhabited castle in the country. Built in the 1200s, it is bordered by imposing mountains, Loch Dunvegan, beautiful gardens, and extensive woodlands. Less well preserved but home to the fascinating Clan Donald Centre and Museum of the Isles, make Armadale Castle your second port of call. Sitting on a 20,000-acre estate, the restored gardens are spectacular, as are the nearby walking trails.

The Old Man of Storr is the best-known natural landmark on the Isle of Skye and an emblematic symbol of the island. It is a 50-metre high vertical monolith from where amazing viewpoints over the Trotternish peninsula, and one of the first ports of call for any self-respecting hiker.

Portree is a busy port town revolving around a picturesque harbour replete with brightly coloured houses. Lovely to simply sashay round, there is a slew of independent shops and local restaurants at your beckon call.

Quiraing is an area of abundant cliffs, rock pinnacles, and captivating plateaus. A combination of mountains, moorland and rock formations that makes it a wonderful place for photographers. It is best to come in the morning and at the end of the afternoon, as the low sun further enhances even the reliefs.

Step back in time and get an insight into what life was like in an old Highland village. The Skye Museum of Island Life plays host to a perfectly preserved town of thatched cottages, where you can learn all about the lives of the locals 200 years ago.

The Isle of Skye also features beaches that will far surpass your wildest expectations. The most famous is Claigan Coral beach, a strip of white sand bordered by fabulous turquoise waters, you will be forgiven for thinking you have teleported to the Caribbean!

Loch Coruisk is one of those hidden highlights of the Isle of Skye that remains off the beaten track. Reached by boat from the coastal village of Elgol, it is immersed in the incredible and enduring landscape of the serrated peaks of the Cuillin mountains. A place where humans are dwarfed, and you are reminded how ephemeral life is.

Along the broken coast of Skye, there are a few places where soft sedimentary layers are exposed, providing oodles of fun for amateur fossil seekers. Staffin is the best spot for fossil hunting, with the beach here hosting some awesome footprints left by dinosaurs 165 million years ago!