My fiance and I stayed in this B&B for 2 nights last weekend (end July 2007). Our plan was to escape from the "joys" of wedding planning and, never having been to Skye before, we decided that a weekend away from it all would be just what the doctor ordered. I found Roskill House on the Visit Scotland web site and booked it a month and a half before our trip. Several times over the weekend, my fiance and I spoke of how good a choice it had been.
The building looks like a refurbished, old white crofters cottage and it boasts beautiful views. There are 5 rooms and they are spotless and very comfortably furnished with generous hospitality trays. The only thing missing from our room was a TV, but to be honest, who comes to somewhere are beautiful as Skye to watch TV?! We certainly didn't, and anyway there is a charming Guests Lounge downstairs with Sky TV, Internet and more.
Gavin and Julie were very good hosts. Gavin does most of the welcoming whilst Julie prepares the most fabulous breakfasts! We had the cold raspberry porridge, the pancakes and the poached eggs and all were outstanding. A real change from the usual fry ups and beautifully prepared.
The B&B is ideally situated, close to many visitor attractions like Dunvegan Castle and Neist Point, Talisker Distillery and, of course the 3 Chimneys Restaurant. We took a morning boat trip out to see the seal colony just off Dunvegan Castle pier and it was great - we got drenched but it was well worth it.
We also ate at the Old School Restaurant. It was very busy but we managed to get a late table on our first night and booked for the second night. The food was absolutely beautiful. It was not too highly priced, given the island envionrment and the quality of what was served.
If you are looking for a B&B on Skye, look no further. This one is FULL of charm and you won't regret choosing to stay there.
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure