Ancala

5th October 2021:

Everything perfect from the minute we arrived until we left, breakfasts amazing and bedroom fabulous,

Local pub food excellent.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2019:

Ancala is a really great place for holiday with very friendly hosts who gave us helpful recommends for sightseeing. We'll come again!

Tour to Elgol (Tip from Alan)

Would Recommend: Yes

20th September 2019:

We had a superb visit at Ancala! Our hosts were charming and you can tell how proud they are of their home. It is situated right on the waters edge making for a spectacular setting, we even had a rainbow. The owners have considered the travelers every need, from cozy bedding to an exceptional bathroom, not to mention a wonderful breakfast.

We took a ride to Aird of Sleat and were awed at every turn by the awesome views.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th September 2019:

Very nice and helpful owners! The view was breathtaking and the stay indescribably beautiful! Many thanks for the nice time with you!

Would Recommend: Yes

8th September 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd August 2019:

I think this is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been in my entire life. The only “but” is that we had to leave so soon. What a place, what a breakfast... our Hosts were absolutely discrete yet concerned about our comfort. Thanks so much. Highly recommended!

Next to several former yet excellent michelin star restaurants, one hour drive up to the picturesque town of Portree (excellent seafood), and a outstanding communication both by ferry (literally, you see if the ferry is leaving or not from your bed — 10 minutes walk, but booking extremely recommended!!) and road (45 min drive to Kyle of Lochalsh).

Would Recommend: Yes

19th August 2019:

Friendly owners. Great hosts. Lovely breakfasts and happy to accommodate any needs. Amazing location and views to sit and look at all day!

Local hotel/bar/restaurant a kilometer down the road well worth a visit for evening meal. Skye is worth the visit

Would Recommend: Yes

14th August 2019:

Amazing views, and conveniently placed for ferry and Armadale castle. Great for a short stay or for a walking holiday based in South Skye. Really nice breakfast too.

Armadale Castle well worth a visit. Advasar has a nice pub/restaurant

Would Recommend: Yes

12th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

10th August 2019:

The location is breathtaking and wonderful with this view. WOW. It is just not so easy to find but then it is the perfect location to stay You are a sympatic couple who does everything to make the guests feel comfortable. Thank you so much for everything0

Book the fairy before you going to stay in armadale. It is quite busy! The inn is a really nice restaurant and puc with delicious food just 10min walking from ancala. You are able to sit outside with a Seaview as well. Also the ruins and gardens are worth it to see (as well on a rainy day)

Would Recommend: Yes

8th August 2019:

Amazing location and beautiful room on the Sound of Sleat, very modern and clean bathroom. Warm and friendly welcome and great advice.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2019:

I had been looking forward to staying at Ancala and it was the highlight of our holiday! The location is stunning and the property is beautiful- light, bright, modern, stylish and immaculately clean.The view from the comfiest bed ever was unbeatable and Alan and Jane were very welcoming and friendly with helpful suggestions of places to visit that fitted in with our timeframe and personal tastes. The breakfasts were absolutely delicious and Alan was kind enough to share some of his culinary secrets with us! If we are ever back in the area then I will definitely return to Ancala and would encourage other Travellers to put it at the top of their list as an experience not to be missed.

We ate on both evenings at the local pub at Ardvasar which had a varied menu at reasonable prices and is an easy walk away. The staff were friendly and offered ideas of places to visit and the food was good. We only had one full day on Skye and wanted to avoid the tourist traps and so stayed in the south of the island. We took a boat trip from Elgol and saw porpoises, lion jellyfish, seals and a variety of bird life all guided by a very knowledgeable skipper who informed us of the local history surrounding the small islands and the volcanic cove whilst making it a fun trip at the same time. One of the girls running the boat company gave us an excellent tip for a place to park up on the way back to follow a waterfall uphill which we did and got some brilliant photos in peace and quiet- which the Fairy Pools certainly wouldn’t have been! We then followed a loop around the Sleat peninsular and went for a walk on a variety of beaches. All told it was exactly what we were looking for on Skye.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th August 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2019:

It was a stunning property with amazing views. The welcome was warm and the breakfast was delicious. Many thanks for such a lovely stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2019:

Wonderful place

Would Recommend: Yes

17th July 2019:

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17th July 2019:

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16th July 2019:

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9th July 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th June 2019:

Ancala is a wonderful place and we had a lovely stay there. We were only sad we couldn't stay for longer! The view is amazing and the proximity to the ferry is great. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the design of the room and bathroom were incredible. Breakfast was delicious and made even more special because of the view. Jane and Alan were wonderful hosts and we would love to go back!

The Inn for dinner was delicious!

Would Recommend: Yes

19th June 2019:

Amazing house and room, didn't want to leave and one of our highlights of our trip. The view from the room was stunning!! Fabulous facilities on offer and spotlessly clean. Very quiet and super comfy mattress. Lovely breakfast and the hosts were so friendly and full of advice for sightseeing etc. Can't wait to come back and have already recommended Ancala B&B to others. Thanks for a great stay!

Would Recommend: Yes

14th June 2019:

Beautiful site, wonderful hosts. A delight to be there

Would Recommend: Yes

11th June 2019:

Location and house are absolutely perfect, great design. You sleep right next to the sea. Very nice owners, great breakfast. We would love to go back.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th June 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

4th June 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

30th May 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

29th May 2019:

· Fabuleux ! Les propriétaires sont aux petits soins et très chaleureux. La vue de la chambre sur la mer est inoubliable. Grande chambre et grande salle de bains.Très grand lit confortable. Tout est prévu, même des peignoirs et une machine expresso pour un bon café en contemplant la mer. Délicieux petit déjeuner. Bref, tout était parfait. C'est un lieu vraiment à part où l'on se détend un maximum. Difficile de quitter un tel lieu. On aurait bien aimé ne plus repartir :)

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd May 2019:

As usual fabulous stay. Luxury stylish rooms and very comfy bed. All is immaculately clean. Nice coffee maker in room, glasses and corkscrew also provided. The full length and width glass window looks right onto Armadale bay and ferry terminal, giving views right over the sea which is feet away from you. A magical peaceful place that we will never tire of visiting.

Food- Gasta deli as you go into Broadford does great lunches and coffee. Trips- drive to Elgol for the fabulous scenery en route and take a boat trip on the Bella Jane to see wildlife

Would Recommend: Yes

19th May 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

13th May 2019:

It’s a shame the rating only goes to 5 , this is easily a 10+ Excellent views Alan and Jane excellent hosts breakfast amazing this is a must visit peace and tranquility

Loads of things to do walks hotels etc also sampled Gaelic gin at the local pub excellent .

Would Recommend: Yes

7th May 2019:

Our stay here was really amazing and way too short. The owners are a lovely couple, that is really attentive and helpful with everything. The room itself was amazingly clean, the bed one of the most comfy we had on our whole journey and the breakfast was served with much love (and tasted really good). We can totally recommend staying here.

The Gasta restaurant is just a short walk away and offers really good food and sometimes even live music.

Would Recommend: Yes

5th May 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

1st May 2019:

Brilliant, marvelous. The room has amazing views and all the facilities are new and so cool.

There is just one place to have beers and late dinner close to the house. The isle of Skye is a wonderful place to hiking and tracking, all is interesting to walk around and take pictures.

Would Recommend: Yes

1st May 2019:

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd October 2018:

Friendly, helpful owners, divine view and excellent breakfast. Highly recommended!

Would Recommend: Yes

1st October 2018:

fantastic room with good decoration

Would Recommend: Yes

26th September 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th September 2018:

Accueil très chaleureux par le propriétaire. Maison de toute beauté avec une vue exceptionnelle sur l océan. Chambre et salle de bain spacieuses et ultra modernes avec une grande baie vitrée. Propreté irréprochable. Petit déjeuner original cuisiné par le chef.

2 restaurants à proximité à pieds . En un mot une nuit inoubliable le soir de mon anniversaire.

Would Recommend: Yes

25th September 2018:

The view is amazing and the breakfast delicious. A beautiful stopover in Scotland

Would Recommend: Yes

24th September 2018:

Unique location with top facilities - beds and bathroom excellent. One wall of room entirely of glass and metres from the water - couldn't tear ourselves away from the ever changing scenery and sky- except to enjoy the lovely breakfast!

Very conveniently close to the ferry - Armadale to Mallaig Pay careful attention to instructions to get to the property. We went a few metres too far and ended up at the neighbour's place.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2018:

Great luxury appartment with nice view. Careful and friendly owners.

Armadale castel and garden, Dunscreith castle ruins in the north of the peninsula Sleat, Eilean Iarmain restaurant in 15 minutes of driving on a car

Would Recommend: Yes

5th September 2018:

Beautiful house, everything was very clean and elegant. The breakfast was delicious. Alan and Jane are the bests hosts we have ever experienced. We had a great time and we are very thankful for everything :)

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd September 2018:

This was a unique accomodation for us, since we have never ever seen such a beautiful ocean view room from our bed. The owners of the hotel were very polite, informative, kind and nice. The variety of breakfast was super, tasty cooked, served designed, and healthy. The bathroom was clean, the bedliniens were clean and soft. Strongly recommended accomodation :)

Good thing is the location since the ferry to and from Mailig is just 1 min away by car from the accomodation. There was a nice tapas bar next to the accomodation, I could recommend that place.

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2018:

Everything was perfect . The view from our room was great! The hosts were very friendly. Breakfast was fine. Would stay again there if we had time .

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd August 2018:

This was one of my favorite B&Bs we stayed at while touring Scotland. The place was immaculately clean and the room was beautifully furnished. The breakfast was far better than food we had eaten at the local restaurants. Our hosts were attentive and friendly. They gave us lots of recommendations and tips for getting around Skye. One of my favorite things was to open the window in the evening and relax to the waves crashing as the tide came in. What a beautiful view!. I would recommend Ancala in a heartbeat.

One tip I would say is that while traveling around Skye don’t think the GPS is lying when it comes to the time it takes to get around the isle. Being from the USA, we had the impression that we could pretty much get anywhere in Scotland with in the day. There is something to be said about Scottish roads. It is not the 70mph freeway such as in the USA. Quite a few roads are one lane roads with passways. You aren’t going to be traveling fast. So plan extra time on your drives. You will need it.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd August 2018:

Un grand merci pour votre gentillesse et votre professionnalisme. Tout était parfait

Pas de restauration sur place mise à part le fabuleux petit déjeuner. Un très bon restaurant à 5min (conseillé par le propriétaire)

Would Recommend: Yes

13th August 2018:

Beautiful setting, lovely welcome and amazing breakfast.

Great local walks. Visit the Armadale Castle museum and take the audio guide.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th August 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd August 2018:

Everything about Ancala was superb! Alan & Jane were excellent hosts, they gave us plenty of information about Skye. The view from our room was stunning, such a beautiful setting. Breakfast was lovely, 5 star! Would highly recommend Ancala if you’re planning a trip to Skye.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2018:

Wow, this wasn't just a place to stay. It was one of those places that I'll remember forever. Absolutely an enthusiastic 5-star experience and hidden gem. If you get a chance to book here, do it and be amazed.

1) The sunset from our window was so stunning that we didn't even go out to eat. Our hosts provided plenty of area suggestions, though, in a variety of styles and price ranges. 2) Ancala is not marked and kind of hidden, don't be discouraged by the difficulty in locating it, its worth finding!

Would Recommend: Yes

28th July 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

25th July 2018:

Delightful welcoming hosts Jane and Alan. Beautiful clean tastefully decorated bedroom with en suite bathroom and right on the beach......so calm and serene. Breakfast was delicious and presented beautifully. Wonderful place to chill out.

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2018:

Dieses Guesthouse ist einfach nur der absolute Traum: supernettes Pärchen, das ihr ganzes Herzblut reinsteckt und unglaublich schönes & modernes Haus mit tollster Aussicht und ein perfektes Frühstück, das keine Wünsche offen lässt.

Nachtessen im The stables

Would Recommend: Yes

21st July 2018:

Beautiful view, better than any view of any place we have ever stayed. The wall of windows allows total immersion into the coastal environment just outside the door. Friendly hosts, very clean and comfortable room, amazing breakfast.

Make this your base for seeing Skye! Stay more than one night.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th July 2018:

Besser geht es nicht. Perfekt!!!

Perfektes BB. In allen Belangen außer der Lage, ist etwas abgelegen. Auto auf jeden Fall von Nöten. Ansonsten wirklich toll.

Would Recommend: Yes

13th July 2018:

Unusual venue with fantastic views over the sea where if you're lucky like us you can see sea otters swimming and various other bird life. The hosts Alan & Jane were very friendly and helped us with ideas of where to go and what to see. The breakfast's were superb and the facilities excellent.

We ate at the local Ardvassar Hotel near the gardens on the first night and has Scottish Tappas which was very good . We also found a good venue recommended by Alan about 10 mins drive away The Eiean Iarmain Hotel/ Bar. great location with beautiful views. food was excellent and very good value if you eat in the bar side . gets ver full as so good so get there early around 6pm or make a booking.

Would Recommend: Yes

10th July 2018:

Wonderful hosts, good located new modern house and a perfect room/bath with an incredible view to the waterside. We loved it! The breakfast was very good as well!

Would Recommend: Yes

7th July 2018:

The B&B is wonderful. The view to the sea is gorgeous. Jane and Alan are very friendly und helpful hosts. We enjoyed our stay here very much. Angela & Franz Freiburg/Germany

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd July 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2018:

Ancala is perfect! We really loved the view, the architecture, the atmosphere, the breakfast and the service. There's nothing you could do better :)

Would Recommend: Yes

8th June 2018:

This is the best B and B we have ever stayed in. The breakfast options are unusual and delicious with lots of home made items. The hosts are charming and helpful but unobtrusive. The rooms are stylish and comfortable with a view like you will see nowhere else. This was our second stay here and we are already planning our next one!

Drive to a Elgol and take a boat trip to Loch Coruisk.

Would Recommend: Yes

4th June 2018:

dear jane dear alan, i am sure you found out already how excited everyone in my little group was when they saw your location...it is a shame that we couldnt stay only one night..all the best for your wolfgang

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd June 2018:

The hospitality is wonderful. amazing place, Wake up in heaven.

Would Recommend: Yes

30th May 2018:

Thanks for your kind and professional hospitality. The place ist very nice (next to the sea; cosy, new, clean rooms). Thanks vor the warm welcome and the tips for the restaurants. And the breakfast is excellent! Thanks a lot.

Would Recommend: Yes

26th May 2018:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th May 2018:

Great location, perfect hosts, room immaculate

Would Recommend: Yes

9th May 2018:

Fantastic bed and breakfast! The rooms are immaculate with a modern twist. The view from the room is spectacular and very well designed. The bed was so comfortable and the breakfast was perfect. Perfect location to get the boat back to the mainland.

Walk to Point of Sleat was great.

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd May 2018:

Stunning location, Amazing breakfast and very friendly hosts.

Would Recommend: Yes

18th April 2018:

Beautiful home, views to die for. Excellent B&B, lovely people.

Would Recommend: Yes

17th September 2017:

A warm welcome greeted us weary travellers at Ancala. Absolutely superb location with very comfortable rooms and stunning views right by the shorelines. This felt like home from home with a personal served breakfast in the morning setting us on the right track for our onward travelling.

Do listen to Alan's great knowledge of the local area around Ancala. Just up the road is Armadale Castle which is well worth a visit. For great local crafts pop down to the harbour where Crazy George is a must.

Would Recommend: Yes

12th September 2017:

The owners are very kind and helpfull, the house is highest standard and build directly at the shore with a breathtaking view.

Ask the owner or restaurants, he knows some good adresses.

Would Recommend: Yes

9th September 2017:

Perfect stay, calm and peaceful near of the water. The room was amazing, a lot of space, design bathroom, great big bed. Breakfast was so delightful a complete dream in your house thanks a lot

Would Recommend: Yes

7th September 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

4th September 2017:

Friendly and welcoming. Great local knowledge. A stunning home!

Some good walks in the area - beware of midges. Apparently Avon cream keeps the blighters away.

Would Recommend: Yes

3rd September 2017:

Fantastic view and location. Delicious breakfast. Everything was perfect

Would Recommend: Yes

1st September 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

24th August 2017:

Very friendly hosts- wonderful rooms, well furnished and with much gusto. The views from the room are truly unbelievable- a must see! Worth the trip by itself! Breakfast was delicious and abundant. Would Definitely Recommmend!

Not many places to eat dinner in the area- yet, those that exist provdie good food and atmosphere-'may consider booking a restaurant in advance.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th August 2017:

We simply loved everything of your house and your hospitality! 5 stars! :)

Would Recommend: Yes

16th August 2017:

Perfect !

Would Recommend: Yes

7th August 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

5th August 2017:

Excellent Views, Super Rexlaxed owners, Comfy beds and a breakfast fit for a King and Queen!

A drive to the other side of Sound of Sleat to see the Cullin hills on a clear day. A swim in the sea right out side Ancala - a must!!

Would Recommend: Yes

30th July 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th July 2017:

Very friendly,made us feel at home straight away.

Amazing views from your bedroom, Skye is a place with loads of places to see and do. Will need several visits to the island to see everything. Hopefully staying at the Ancala.

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd July 2017:

Thank you for a wonderful stay, enjoyed every minute, love to come back to Skye one day

Would Recommend: Yes

20th July 2017:

You wake up with the sea lapping just outside your full-scale window, and the most stunning view out to Knoydart. The building is wonderfully designed, but still welcoming and cosy. The hosting is friendly and inviting, and the freshly prepared breakfast is a wonderful surprise - expertly cooked and thoughtfully conceived. If you are staying on Skye this MUST be your first port-of-call.

Would Recommend: Yes

20th July 2017:

A stunning & exceptional location & accommodation. Outstanding help & support from the owners, Alan & Jean.

Nearby hotel provided good food.

Would Recommend: Yes

16th July 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

13th July 2017:

perfect

Would Recommend: Yes

11th July 2017:

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11th July 2017:

Endroit idyllique, prestation de qualité, tout fut parfait

Quel endroit magnifique : accueil et prestations haut de gamme. Une très belle étape, Merci

Would Recommend: Yes

6th July 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

20th June 2017:

Ondanks de ligging in het zuiden van Isle of Skye is het hele eiland bereikbaar binnen een dag. Prachtige wandelingen zijn te maken minder dan een uur rijden verwijderd van Ancala. Diverse Restaurants in de buurt voor ieder wat wils redeijk goed. Ancala echter was Super !!

Would Recommend: Yes

12th June 2017:

Exceptionally hospitable

Would Recommend: Yes

11th June 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

10th June 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

9th June 2017:

The owners of this B and B are so warm friendly and competent at what they do it's a bit like staying with a friend! The rooms are in a separate wing of their own home which is the most stunning home I've ever been in. Everything is clean, stylish and well thought out. The location and the views must be unrivalled on Skye-it's a bit like sleeping on the beach! The breakfasts were fabulous with all the baking for bread, muffins and rowdies done by Jane and Alan behind the stove. We can't wait to come back- three nights was not enough!

The Ardvasar hotel is just ten minutes walk away and serves decent "pub grub" and was a friendly place for a drink. About a 20 minutes drive takes you to the Kylerhea reserve with an otter hide from where we saw seals and back at the car park the RSPB hide and ranger helped us spot sea eagles which was amazing. Top tip for staying here is allow time to actually spend at the B and B enjoying the view!

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2017:

Ancala was a very enjoyable stay with attentive but discreet hosts.

Our hosts were very helpful in providing local knowledge of place to eat. We had no need to enquire further information.

Would Recommend: Yes

6th June 2017:

Thank you for making us feel like being in heaven.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th May 2017:

wonderful view ! very nice appartment room and bath ! breakfast is really fine. Thanks for all.

ask Alan he knows a really very good restaurant

Would Recommend: Yes

20th May 2017:

Very modern accommodation with a fantastic view and a lovingly prepared breakfast

Would Recommend: Yes

20th May 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

11th May 2017:

Beautiful and tasteful house, comfortable beds, friendly owner, delicious breakfast stunning view SIMPLY GREAT

Ferry very close

Would Recommend: Yes

9th May 2017:

The location is just fabulous. We could have spent days just admiring the view across the water! We received a warm welcome and the room had all the amenities we required including a very comfortable bed with quality bedding and towels. We are very grateful for the lift to Broadford.

Enjoy this stunning location.

Would Recommend: Yes

7th May 2017:

Loved our stay. The views are stunning and the accomodation was excellent. We cannot fault Ancala it was perfect in every respect.

Alan gave us the name of a nice restaurant about 15 minutes away which did really good fish and chips :)

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd May 2017:

We loved everything about this place. I will definitely be recommending to all my friends and family

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd May 2017:

So beautiful and calming to stay here. Alan and Jane were great hosts. Their breakfasts were perfectly pitched for our tastes. We will definitely be going back.

The Lobster shack at Carbost was a good recommendation as was the pub Alan suggested in a nearby village about 10 mins drive away. The food there was excellent.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th April 2017:

Lots of superlatives to describe Ancala - 'fabulous' being one of them! Modern, well-equipped, clean, stunning views, lovely breakfasts and helpful and friendly owners.

Restaurants and pubs can get very busy, so book your table.

Would Recommend: Yes

19th April 2017:

Best hotel we've ever stayed. Very pleasant hosts, extremely beautiful place and the hotel is built to a very high level

If travelling by ferry, make sure you book it in advance, as the route is quite busy

Would Recommend: Yes

11th April 2017:

I had a wonderful time @ Ancala. What a very special place run by two very special people. It's a match made in heaven.

Check opening times for things. The Ardvasar Hotel is warm and inviting.

Would Recommend: Yes

11th April 2017:

A lot of thought and attention to detail here. Ancala sits lightly on the landscape. The floor to ceiling window overlooking the sea showcases one of the most spectacular views I have ever experienced in a B&B. A choice of breakfast and a mix of traditional and new made it hard to choose. The food was delicious.

Loads to see and do in Skye for everyone.

Would Recommend: Yes

28th March 2017:

Would Recommend: Yes

19th March 2017:

Extremely friendly and welcoming

There's plenty to see and do

Would Recommend: Yes

19th March 2017:

Fabulous location with superb view over the Sound of Sleat to Knoydart. Excellent breakfast too.

Hard to find any corner of the Highlands and Islands to beat the south end of the Isle of Skye.

Would Recommend: Yes