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Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing

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A picnic area with a wooden table and benches, overlooking a body of water with a rainbow and a distant coastline.
A kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A white house with a black roof, situated near a coastline with a view of distant mountains and a cloudy sky.
A beach with a clear sky and the sun shining.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white cabinet with glass doors, and a view of the sea through a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 485 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Staffin, Scotland
  • Place, Skyelight Candles
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Quiraing Walk Trail Access
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilt Rock
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Staffin

A family-friendly stay in Staffin awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Skyelight Candles and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from SkyeXplorer Boat Trips. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A furnished patio, a living room and a fenced private garden are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Skyelight Candles - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Quiraing Walk Trail Access - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • SkyeXplorer Boat Trips - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kilt Rock - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Uig Pottery - 12 min drive - 14.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hungry Gull - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wind Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Columba 1400 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Orasay Tearoom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Anchorage Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing

A perfect self catering hideaway that can be enjoyed in all weathers – Driftwood Cottage offers luxury accommodation with a simple seaside style.

Experience island life from the comfort of this homely retreat.
Located on the wild & rugged coastline of the Trotternish Peninsula, Driftwood Cottage boasts spectacular views across the sea to mainland Scotland and is the perfect bolthole for exploring the beautiful Isle of Skye.

Guests can enjoy coastal walks at sunrise or hibernate indoors while storms crash outside; this characterful cottage offers sanctuary in all weathers.

Superb location – close to Quiriang Mountain range, old man of storr,
Kilt Rock, Lealt Falls Viewing platform, Fairy Glen, Staffin Beach & Uig
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4
Private Garden
Large fully equipped kitchen
Separate Living room with flat screen smart TV
Bed Linen & Towels provided
Washing machine and tumble dryer
Free WI-FI & Free Private parking
Separate utility room/office with desk

The Kitchen/Dining Room 29Sq Metres / 310 Sq Ft.

This spacious but cosy kitchen in our opinion is the best room in the cottage – light and airy, it offers the best views and has been left as a wonderfully functional family kitchen. The ‘Stanley Rayburn’ cooker/boiler and large oak dining table, make this a warm and comforting room for socialising. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas hob/electric oven, microwave, coffee machine, fridge/freezer & dishwasher.

The Living Room 12 Sq Metre / 120 Sq. Ft.

This room offers wonderful views and is warm and comfortable. A flat screen smart TV and DVD player is available as well as a selection of games and books. There is plenty of space to stretch out on the sofas after a day’s walking/sightseeing.

The Family Bathroom

The family bathroom for the cottage is located downstairs, next to the Utility/Boot Room and has a shower, toilet and wash basin and heated towel rail.

Utility Room/ Office

A washing machine and separate tumble dryer is provided and this room is also useful to store muddy boots and wet coats. An iron and ironing board is also provided. There is also a desk & chair with power point sockets in this room and telephone which can receive calls and make local calls free of charge. The broadband wifi router is wall mounted above the desk. Internet speed is very good at approx 56mbps.

Bedroom 1 (18sq. Metre / 195 Sq Ft.)

Boasting wonderful views of Staffin Bay and mainland Scotland, the first bedroom offers spacious and comfortable accommodation, with a Super King Size bed 6ft 8 inch x 6ft (205cm x 182cm), inbuilt wardrobe, Chest of Drawer, Dressing table. Velux adjustable blackout blinds, a necessity in the summer when its only dark between 2330hrs and 0230am!

Bedroom 2 (13.5q. Metre / 145 Sq Ft.)

This lovely twin-bedded room also boasts magnificent views of the sea and surrounding countryside. Slightly smaller than the other bedroom, this room benefits from an attached toilet and small washbasin.
2 Twin beds 39 inches x 80 inches (100cm x 205cm)
Velux adjustable blackout blinds.

Total Combined living area of house including bedrooms & bathroom is 88 Square Metres (920 Sq Ft.)

The Garden

Driftwood Cottage sits in a large enclosed garden surrounded by croft land overlooking Staffin Bay . A patio with outdoor seating, allows you to sit and soak up the view on a sunny day.

The Cottage is equipped with free wireless super-fast fibre broadband. There is a also a strong mobile phone signal from most rooms.

Driftwood Cottage is perfect for a family or 2 couples who are looking for that little bit extra, with comfortable accommodation offering more freedom and flexibility than a hotel. If you want to get away from the fast pace of life and feel the need to recharge your batteries, plan your trip to the magical Isle of Skye and make Driftwood Cottage your home from home.

There is a Fishmonger who comes to Staffin every Tuesday to sell fresh fish and seafood – contact the owners and they’ll arrange for him to come to the Cottage!

We are a 3 hour drive from Inverness and Fort William via the Skye road bridge (toll free), 4.5 hours from Perth, 6 hours drive from Glasgow or Edinburgh and 9 hours drive from Manchester. We would recommend anyone driving from the London or the south of England do an overnight stop around Carlisle or Stirling.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
It would be greatly appreciated if at the end of your stay you take away all food products you have brought with you or use the outside bins located at the side of the cottage near the garden shed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Maximum of 4 people that can use or stay in the cottage and its grounds in any one rental period - plus 1 infant under the age of 2yrs.
No dogs or pets. No smoking. No tents, No camper-vans Electric Vehicle EV charging NOT permitted
Property has NO EV charging point. Due to insurance exclusions charging your vehicle using a domestic charger (granny charger) is strictly forbidden.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number HI-30044-F

Property is also known as

Driftwood Cottage Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing
Driftwood Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing Staffin
Driftwood Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing
Driftwood Cottage Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing
Driftwood Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing Staffin
Driftwood Cottage Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing
Driftwood Skye 2 Bedroom Spectacular Seaview Quiraing

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing?

The closest beach to Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing is Big Sand Beach (30.1 km).

Does Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing?

No, Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing?

No, pets are not allowed.

Driftwood Cottage Skye, 2 bedroom , Spectacular Seaview, close to Quiraing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in amazing location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Davis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is absolutely a perfect place to stay if staying on the Isle of Skye. Wish we would have had more time. Stephen was an amazing host. Stephen, thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely one of the most beautiful places we have visited. The home was immaculate and inviting. The decor was perfect. The pastures of sheep and lamb was so peaceful and memorable. The view was the main attraction! Absolutely breathtaking views. We loved every moment spent in the home. The owner was so kind and helpful. The area was just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most charming cottage with the most gorgeous view. From the minute we arrived we were spell bound! Would DEFINITELY stay here again!It was very clean and had all of the amenities you need. The hosts directions for getting there were very clear, and the check in process was easy. They put together a very detailed binder with information about local amenities and things to do on the island with some personal tips!Thank you so much for such a special stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Beautiful area. House was emaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

The cottage was very comfortable with a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay! The Cottage has all u need and a sensational view from the house and the garden. The host responds fast to any question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Skye

This was one of our favorite places to stay on our trip. The scenery is so amazing and the house is so warm and inviting that we wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cottage with amazing view. We couldnt ask for a better experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The stay at Driftwood Cottage was by far the highlight of our trip. The home was beautiful and clean with all the amenities you would need. The washer and dryer was especially nice. The view is gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Magical location and immaculate cottage. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staffin

Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Isle of Skye stay

This property was absolutely perfect. The setting is gorgeous and one of the most peaceful places we have ever stayed. The sounds of the sea and the birds and the lambs were the best thing to fall asleep to at night and wake up to in the morning. Close to Quiraing for hiking and a good base for exploring the island. The house and kitchen had everything you could possibly need, very well equipped. Thank you for a lovely, relaxing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was super clean and inviting upon our arrival, and our hosts provided perfectly clear instructions at every juncture of our journey. The location is ideal for folks traveling the islands and highlands via car, who want to stay a little further from busy city centers. Major attractions are still very accessible short drives away, and nothing beats the view of the jagged coast along the Hebridean sea from every bedroom window. Kitchen and laundry are stocked with basics like salt, pepper, oil, dish soaps, and detergents, respectively, but there are no bath products (all described accurately by hosts). We had a magical time and it was a cozy place to come back to each night to rest our feet each night. All in all, a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful relaxing location.

It was our first trip to Scotland and wanted a base to explore the Isle. We were not disappointed. My husband likes to cook when we travel and was very happy with the kitchen set up. Pans, dishes, utensils, dish towels etc. The house is comfortable and very clean. We loved our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful time at Driftwood Cottage in Staffin. The cottage is in excellent condition, everything is well stacked. The owners provided everything you might need for a pleasant stay and a lots of extra thoughts put into making your stay comfortable. Very responsive owners, easy check in and out process. There are games, puzzles, tv, and speakers for entertainment as well as good suggestions for what to do in Skye. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A picturesque cottage by the sea

Our stay at Driftwood Cottage was my favorite part of our travels in Scotland. The photos simply cannot capture the serenity and beauty at Driftwood Cottage. We were pleasantly surprised to see ewes and lambs surrounding the property and loved having tea with them every morning. The location was situated close to many attractions on the Isle of Skye, and we loved coming back to a true home with many amenities. Thank you very much for opening up your home to our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything We Hoped For

We expected this cottage to be the nicest of the places we booked and we were not disappointed. Beautiful water view. Lots of light. On a clear night (which I understand is quite rare), the stars are unlike anything I have seen. We appreciated the detailed instructions sent a week ahead of time. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katriena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Storybook cottage stay

I have stayed at many house rentals over the years and this is probably my favorite place I have ever stayed. It was the most beautiful, cozy cottage well equipped with everything you could need. The hosts made our young family (3 year old and infant) feel so welcome; they had the cot all set up for the baby with a beautiful quilt. The views from the cottage were spectacular. The hosts responded immediately with any questions I had. Very closely located to many attractions. Thank you for sharing the most beautiful place with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Skye cottage of your dreams

This cottage is gleaming, bright, and more spacious than it looks in the pics. We’ve stayed in many vacation rentals and have never seen one that shines like this one, in multiple ways. Neater than a pin, and sunny, warm, and comfy. I worried about being a distance from Portree, but we ended up loving the location, a stone’s throw from the Quiraing and several other superlative hiking areas (Brother’s Point in particular is very special). It made our time on Skye even more wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s kind of shocking that Driftwood Cottage managed to exceed expectations, but it did. In writing a review, I’m not sure if I should focus more on the location, the views, the cleanliness, the amenities, the communication, or any of the many other things we loved and appreciated about our stay. This space was both really practical—well stocked kitchen, convenient washer and dryer, clear and helpful instructions/signage/insights, spotlessly clean—and also really special. Believe it or not, I think the pictures actually undersell the views and sense of spaciousness. We loved spending mornings and evenings admiring the scenery from the cottage, and we also felt perfectly located close to many of the places we wanted to see. We had a wonderful time, and we’re so grateful for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Exceeded my expectations

Spectacular property that exceeded our expectations. The cottage is beautiful and perfectly maintained. Outside has a path to the beach and seating near the house where you can enjoy the rugged and breathtaking landscape views. Inside had everything we could possibly need. We cooked all our meals and the kitchen had all the equipment we needed. I had a few questions and and the owner answered promptly and with helpful information. I would love to return for longer. I could not recommend more highly! It's a piece of heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property - could not recommend staying here enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026