Luxury self-catering accommodation in Isle of Skye

The inner Hebridean Isle of Skye has long been a popular holiday destination for anyone who appreciates the stunning scenery and remote adventures to far-flung places, and with towering mountains wrapped in clouds and villages worthy of any child’s storybook, it’s easy to see why. Hike to the cloud island’s most iconic spot, the Old Man of Storr, a popular walking route up to a pinnacle of rock created by a long-ago landslide, and snap iconic photos to remember the scenes.

Wildlife enthusiasts will be in their element on the Isle of Skye. Take a boat trip from Elgol or Portree to explore the peninsulas and turquoise bays which make up the island’s coastline, where dolphins and Atlantic salmon can be spotted dancing in the waves along the way. For experienced climbers, the Cuillin Ridge – a 22-peak, 4000-metre whopper of a route – is a challenging ascent to the lofty heights of eagles, where views of the Hebrides spread on forever and inner-city living feels an entire lifetime away.