Anait
Iron Age promontory fort and reputedly an early Christian church and settlement.
Visited by Boswell & Johnson in 1773. This site is regarded as one of the most important Christian sites in the Hebrides.
Aonish
Early 18th century ruined house & settlement of Fife merchant venturers.
Photo courtesy of Angus McGhie
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Brae Fasach Gallery (Lochbay)
Tel: 01470 592 732
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Contact: (ceramics and painting) - Ian Williams
Ian Williams pushes clay to the limits. His work is described variously as: inspired, fresh, never seen before. His sketches are simple lines evoking memories of the moment. All welcome at the gallery
Burnside Cottage is a lovely two bedroomed holiday home ideal for a couple or small family. With magnificent sea views from the front over Loch Bay and behind nothing but heather covered moorland - it is the perfect place to unwind, relax and truly get away from it all.
Friendly craft workshop and gallery in the heart of historic Stein village on the shores of Loch Bay. A showcase for our family, Cathy, Pat and Liz Myhill. Featuring our own original designs on wood, paintings, prints, photographs, jewellery, cards and candles.
Dunhallin
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The fort on the hill: comes from Gaelic and Norse. It is a prominent pre-historic stronghold being an Iron Age dun (700 BC - c550 AD)
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.
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Fairy Bridge
This is said to be where the fairy wife of the Chief of MacLeod left him to return to her own people. She left their son wrapped in a silken shawl which, as the Fairy Flag, could be used three times
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.
Historic detached fishermans cottage in Stein Village. Fully renovated, comfortable and very well equipped. Private gardens front and rear. Ample off road parking. Walk to superb seafood restaurant, shore, inn and jetty in just one minute!
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11 Hallin Park is a two double bedroom stone built croft cottage, with extensions added to provide modern amenities. Set in a wild, beautiful place with an outstanding views of inshore islands and out to the Western Isles.
Kathie & Steve's Bed and Breakfast (Dunhallin)
With magnificent views from all rooms across Loch Dunvegan and over to the Outer Hebrides, we offer two double rooms, free Wi-Fi access and freshly cooked breakfasts to your requirements
Knockbreck - Dark Skies
Fabulous views of the stars, the planets and the Milky Way even with the naked eye. Car park opposite school with 360 degree views. School has security lighting after midnight
Two quintessential 18th Century cottages with modern, well equipped comforts, including wi fi and dishwasher. Gardens overlooking the loch. Scenic beauty. Within waking distance of renowned seafood restaurant and the oldest inn on Skye.
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Fabulous cliff top location with magnificent views across the bay to the Outer Hebrides beyond. Spacious, tasteful, quirky interior, sleeps six comfortably. Couples can rent a single floor during the quieter months.
Sgorr
A fantastic area for seeing wildlife and for a cliff-top walk.
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.
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Stein
Some plans for the proposed designed village can be viewed in the entrance hall of Stein Inn.
As well as a tidal jetty, there are also public moorings.
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture
Stein Jetty - Dark Skies
Sea level public car park with access to jetty where on clear nights you can see the stars, planets and the Milky Way even with the naked eye. Fairly good views especially to the north. Some building lights before midnight.
Trumpan
See legendary testing stone in grounds of the late Medieval (12th to 16th C. AD) church. Here at Trumpan Church, in May 1578, the MacDonalds of Uist burnt to death a congregation of worshippers to exact revenge...
Thanks to Pat Myhill for the picture.
Trumpan - Dark Skies
A car park with superb 360 degree views and no artificial lighting. The sky, the stars, the Milky Way can take your breath away even with the naked eye. Think what you could see with binoculars or a telescope. Viewing area at side with seating.
Waternish Point
The point is marked now by an automatic lighthouse. There are wonderful views out over the Minch to the Western Isles. If you are lucky the wildlife in the sky and in the sea can be captivating. To get there see our Walk Waternish page.
Photo courtesy of Angus McGhie
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"We came by the Fairy Bridge upon Waternish
and I set down in my journal
that we are entered into this enchanted world
where land and sea and sky conspire
to steal your heart and take your breath away... "
