Greshornish House Hotel - Edinbane

Historic 3-star country house on the Isle of Skye with loch views and wildlife encounters

Accommodations

Greshornish House Hotel offers rooms named after Scottish islands, such as the Rum room with a carved four-poster bed and a large bathroom with a roll-top bath and separate shower. The Superior Double Room in the Jura style provides a window overlooking the loch, while the smaller attic Raasay room features a sloping ceiling. Each room includes a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom, with some providing garden or sea views.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves Scottish cuisine and offers a full breakfast included in the stay, with options such as continental, vegetarian, or buffet. Dinner is a la carte with items like lamb kebabs and fresh seafood mains, and a separate kids' menu is available for younger guests. The bar stocks a selection of wines and whiskies, including local varieties like Talisker, and can accommodate special diet menus upon request.

Entertainment & Leisure

The hotel has a games room equipped with a snooker table, along with board games and puzzles available for guests to borrow. Two lounges feature open fires, one with a chess board and the other with a TV area, open until the staff leave around 22:30. A bar offers over 50 types of whisky, and the grounds include a garden, picnic area, and walking paths where sheep, Chinese golden pheasants, and rabbits are often seen.

Location & Surroundings

Greshornish House is located on a secluded estate on the Isle of Skye, 17 miles from Portree and 31 mile from Kyle of Lochalsh, with a single-lane access road passing through a working farm. Guests can walk to a cliff path behind the hotel for dramatic views of the loch, or drive 30 minutes to Neist Point Lighthouse. The area provides access to Skye's outdoor attractions such as the Old Man of Storr and the Quiraing, all within an hour's drive.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The hotel welcomes dogs in designated rooms and offers treats, a sausage at breakfast for canine guests, and staff who can recommend nearby dog walks. Family rooms are available, such as the Family Room with a king bed and a pullout couch, and children can enjoy the games room, board games, and wildlife viewing on the lawn. The restaurant provides kids' meals and a high chair, and the property has outdoor furniture and a picnic area for family use.

• Accommodations: Rooms named after Scottish islands with loch or garden views
• Dining: Scottish cuisine restaurant with full breakfast and kids' menu
• Entertainment: Snooker table, board games, and a bar with 50+ whiskies
• Wildlife: Sheep, golden pheasants, and rabbits on the grounds
• Location: Secluded Skye estate, 17 miles from Portree
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with treats and breakfast sausage