Abhaig Boutique B&B - Isle of Skye

10th September 2021:

During these difficult times we felt safe and secure during our stay in the Black Bothy. Its beautiful,luxurious,spotlessly clean with lovely wee extra touches like welcome cake a wee dram,quality chocolate, popcorn and luxury toiletries. Big comfy bed,hot powerful shower,big fluffy towels,robes and slippers. Big picture window facing the sea and hills and a nice sheltered place to sit outside if the weather's good.We had the supper club 2 nights and the food was AMAZING. Loved the unusual choices at breakfast too. Steve and Viv are fantastic hosts going above and beyond to make your stay extra special

Definitely try the supper club!!!

Would Recommend: Yes

Dear C & G - it was lovely to welcome you back for a second time and so nice to see you both again. Thank you so much for sharing your experience for other readers and we are just delighted that your second stay didn't disappoint. It was a pleasure to arrange suppers for you too and glad you enjoyed our food again. Hope you had a great visit to the Outer Hebrides too and wishing you both all the very best. Viv & Steve

24th August 2021:

Excellent in every respect. A warm and genuine welcome from Viv and Steve who were determined we would enjoy our stay in the cabin.Wonderful views from window and beautifully appointed, including many little touches to make us feel welcome and at home.Delicious breakfast and first class evening meal. Certainly the best place we stayed in this two weeks in the Hebrides.

Steve recommends good walks

Would Recommend: Yes

R & J - So nice of you to take the time to review your stay. We are just delighted you enjoyed your stay and to say this was your best stay in a two week break makes us very happy, a nice finale for you before your return home. It was lovely meeting you both and we hope to see you again on your next visit to the islands. Also wishing you the best of luck for a smooth house move coming up. Kindest wishes Viv & Steve

22nd August 2021:

We we’re so impressed with the quality and design of the bothy. All the little extra touches provided made our trip extra special. The food that we had was incredible. The lamb tagine we had as part of supper club was out of this world and then the breakfasts were all so tasty and set us up for the day. To top it all off Viv and Steve were so friendly, full of local knowledge and couldn’t do enough to help us and make our trip amazing. Thank you!

We enjoyed our day walking the Quiraing - unreal scenery but wear walking boots and be prepared to get a bit muddy. The Skye candles shop was a delight and a great place to get some early Christmas gifts. If you’re going to some hotspots (fairy pools etc) get there early. If your up for an adventure do a dawny trip and get in before the crowds then come back for breakfast. If not a Danny then try and get in before 10. For food - Book in advance!! We will book 8pm bookings each evening next time ensuring we have somewhere for dinner, giving us enough time to have a full day out and then come back and get showers and refreshed before going out again - so many options in Portree and it’s really not too far. Supper club at the B&B is a must do, especially if it falls on your first night: incredible food and a fab first night meaning you can relax once you’ve arrived. We had dinner in Cuillin Hills Hotel which was stunning and reasonable for what you get. Oyster shed was a great experience and cracking food!

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much for this review! We are just delighted to have met you and that you chose our place as the finale to your honeymoon! Its great you enjoyed the bothy, our food and our hosting. Our job is made easy when our guests are lovely people like you two! So thanks again and also for giving some really useful tips in your review. Very much appreciated and we send our best wishes to you both - Viv & Steve

13th August 2021:

Abhaig was an incredibly beautiful place to stay. We stayed in the main house. Out bedroom was on the second (and top) floor, though the bathroom was down the stairs in the "public" area (next to the entrance way and the guest dining/sitting room). It was not as much of an issue as I thought because our hosts stayed to their part of the house and the other guests had no reason to come into the main house except for breakfast. Viv and Steve were immensely wonderful as hosts and cooked brilliant and extravagant breakfasts. They also were very generous with the little bits and pieces (eg. Chocolate, whisky, shampoo, conditioner ect.).

The Ferry Inn is a very good restaurant, particularly for their seafood, to have dinner at. It is a 10 minutes drive away (or about a 30 Min walk). It would be best to book in advance. The Fairy Glen nearby is also worth a walk through because it is delightful and beautiful.

Would Recommend: Yes

Grace and Jordan - it was so nice to have met you both and thank you for this generous review. Yes indeed, we are as clear as we can be in our descriptions about the layout of our rooms in the main house and like you say, it should not detract from a good peaceful stay. So glad you enjoyed the accommodation, breakfast and all the wee touches. We wish you very well for the future both here in the UK and for your future back in Australia too. Viv & Steve

28th July 2021:

We had an amazing stay! It was a highlight from our week travelling in Scotland. Viv and Steve are brilliant hosts and so welcoming and accommodating. The food was excellent — we had lovely locally sourced fresh seafood as part of the supper club (the scallops were amazing) and enjoyed the selection of two course breakfasts! Location wise the B&B is in a beautiful scenic location in North Skye. Not far from Portree and near to the Quiraing which we were able to hike during our stay. We were also able to bring our puppy, Milo, who slept in the main house (there is a separate dog boarding / daycare service). This worked really well for us as it allowed us to have a break from looking after him in the evenings plus he had a fantastic time in a new environment and gained a wee bit of independence! He didn’t want to leave! Thank you again Viv and Steve for a memorable time in Skye!

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much for taking the time to review. It was lovely to host you and Milo of course and we were happy that we had an ideal space in our doggie home boarding diary too! It was lovely to give you a break and to enjoy such a lovely wee dog in Milo. We are delighted that you liked our place, the food and where we are on Skye. It goes without saying that you will be welcome visitors anytime. Wishing you the best and extra hugs for Milo please :-) Viv & Steve

26th July 2021:

This places oozes class and charm. The Bothy is perfectly equipped and the view is magical. The service is amazing and the food delightful. I can't imagine a better place to stay in Skye.

Lots of good hiking. Local restaurants can book up quickly. Book in advance if possible. But the Galley, a fish restaurant up the road is very good and does takeaway aswell

Would Recommend: Yes

Luke & Dorothy thank you so very much. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us here at Abhaig. You were superb guests, with excellent communications throughout and it was lovely to have met you both. We hope the remaining weeks are enjoyable and that you might even visit us again in the future. Kindest Wishes Viv & Steve

16th July 2021:

You have a fab place and work super well as a team

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much Andy & Hilary - we are very glad you enjoyed your stay. It was so nice to meet you both and hope you will visit us again in the future. All the very best from Viv & Steve.

14th July 2021:

Thank you for a lovely stay. The accomodation was luxurious and very comfortable with amazing views. The breakfasts were very tasty and filled us up for the day. We had the Supper Club one evening and the food was also excellent. Viv & Steve were wonderful hosts and we hope to stay with them again in the future.

A great base to explore the Trotternish peninsula on Skye. Really close to the Fairy Glen and the Quiraing for some amazing walks. The beaches on the East coast of Trotternish (near Staffin) were great too, and we enjoyed a tasty takeout from the Hungry Gull in Staffin. The bothy has a nice outdoor seating area with a great view for drinks in an evening and watching the sunset.

Would Recommend: Yes

Ahhh thank you J & R - what a kind review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. It was great to see you both relaxing outside at the "sit-ooterie" too! We wish you both all the very best in the coming months and must say how nice it was to host you both. Viv & Steve

28th June 2021:

Viv and Steve are the most warm, friendly and exceptionally welcoming hosts they can’t do enough for you, the attention to detail at Abhaig Boutique B&B is exceptional, the beautiful modern bothy is pure luxury, the lovely touches that they add, delicious home baked cake on arrival (Viv is an exceptional baker), a wee dram and Vivs mums delicious tablet was wonderful, it’s also the stunning views from the bothy and the sunset we were lucky to experience that make this place magical, we opted for the supper club and takeaway picnics so glad we did, all the freshest ingredients which was delicious. There is also fantastic choice for breakfast from full Scottish to healthier options which catered for everyone. Viv and Steve’s hospitality was first class and well worthy of higher than 5 stars we loved our stay at Abhaig enjoying the company of knowledgeable hosts, taking in the breathtaking landscape of Skye, particularly after a busy day exploring there was nothing better to come back to the tranquility of the beautiful black bothy.

Viv gave us lots of lovely places to explore around Skye and different routes around the island, we visited the usual tourist attractions The Fairy Pools, The Fairy Glen, Dunvegan Castle and Portree, but Carbost was a lovely village, The Oyster Shack, Talisker Distillery and grabbed coffee and cake from Caora Dhubh lovely place, also worth visiting Dunvegan village, Edinbane Pottery as they have the most beautiful Skye pottery.

Would Recommend: Yes

Dear G & L - well what can we say but the biggest thank you for this lovely write-up! So so pleased you enjoyed your stay here in our Bothy, the supper and breakfasts. As hosts, we cant help but enjoy talking to our guests when they are as lovely as you two. We are lucky to live in a wonderful place, you guys did see it at its best with the weather and that sunset! Wow! We hope you'll come back and thank you also for leaving us with gifts! Honestly so appreciated. Viv & Steve

25th June 2021:

Absolutely unbelievable experience. Viv and Steve hosted our wedding and it was absolutely amazing!!! From start to finish, Viv and Steve made us feel so welcome and special. Viv and I worked through the food menu months before and it was just perfect. Viv is a fantastic cook and they are both just wonderful humans!!

Would Recommend: Yes

Ahhh it was an absolute pleasure to host your wedding here at Abhaig, what an honour! It was such fun, doing all the food planning and making it all come to life on the days themselves, all we can hope it that it met your expectations for your special time. Thank you so much for being great regular guests here, we already look forward to you coming back. Wishing you both all the happiness - Viv & Steve

20th June 2021:

Wonderful place to stay with great attention to every detail. The food was fantastic and Viv and Steve are very welcoming and friendly. The Bothy is a lovely place to stay with spectacular views.

A good location from which to see the north of Skye and for the Harris ferry. Dunvegan Castle Portree and the Coral Beaches good to visit although minimal car parking at the latter.

Would Recommend: Yes

Judith, Tom, Jane & Chris - it was a real pleasure to have you all here. We are delighted you had a good stay and enjoyed our little place. We hope the second leg of your trip went really well and hope we will see you all again. Thanks so much and kind wishes to you all. Viv & Steve

17th June 2021:

A beautiful bolthole on Skye, perfect in every way – thank you for taking such good care of us.

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much! It was lovely to meet you both and though your visit was fleeting, we are delighted that you enjoyed it. Hope you are now settle back home and that you will book a stay another time. Best wishes from Viv & Steve

31st May 2021:

10 out of 10 for an outstanding stay in fabulous luxury accommodation. Everything has been so well thought out and Viv and Steve go above and beyond to give guests a truly memorable stay. Supper Club is the icing on the cake!

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much for taking the time to review. We are just delighted that you had a good stay and enjoyed your time here at Abhaig. It was lovely to meet you both, we are so pleased that you brought the good weather! Look forward to seeing you again and thank you again. Viv & Steve

21st May 2021:

Viv and Steve were the most amazing hosts during our stay at Abhaig in the Am Bothan Dubh. We had never stayed in a B&B before (just hotels and Airbnbs!) so were a little unsure of what to expect when we got there. That being said, we were absolutely blown away by the level of service we recieved. Firstly, the Am Bothan Dubh was beautifully appointed and kitted out with everything you could ask for and more. The little touches like the tablet made by Viv's mum and the lovely vegan amenities in the bathroom were well recieved! It happened to be my birthday while we were there so Viv and Steve had put a bottle of prosecco in the room for our arrival and had written out a card and a little gift on the morning of for me - totally going above and beyond! We ate like kings during our whole trip, but the supper club we had on the Friday night of our arrival and our lovely breakfasts throughout the stay were some of the highlights of the whole trip! My personal favourites were the cauliflower in maple syrup during dinner and the french toast croissant breakfast. Our hosts couldn't have done more for us, even helping us plan some of our day trips around Skye and on one occaisson letting me borrow a pair of sunglasses! We even got to take home a carton of eggs from their hens. The "sit oot-erie" was great for us to come back and sit and enjoy the outside weather after dinner and we saw some amazing sunsets from there. Thank you for the best birthday ever, we will most certainly be back!

The Ferry Inn in Uig was a great place for dinner. The little shop just down the road was brilliant for anything you might have forgotten or need during your stay. Try some Skye beer too!

Would Recommend: Yes

Oh goodness, what a wonderful review! Thank you. It was so good to get re-opened after the lockdowns and to welcome such a lovely couple, especially nice to have a Birthday to celebrate too! We are thrilled you enjoyed Skye, Am Bothan Dubh, our food and service and we hope you will come back to see us again. All the very best from Viv and Steve.

15th May 2021:

This is a really special place to stay in a special part of Skye. The bothy is simply stunning - with magnificent uninterrupted West-facing views across the sea. Viv and Steve are excellent hosts and Viv went out of her way to ensure I was well looked after, nothing was too much trouble. The little touches - lots of little treats in the bothy like Whiskey and fudge, home-baked cakes and artisan chocolates - added to the special experience. The bothy was extremely comfortable and luxurious, very tastefully designed and spotlessly clean. Set apart from the house, it is very private, and as it is set back far from the road, very peaceful - the only sounds are birdsong. The bed was super soft and comfy, beautiful soft furnishings throughout the room, great shower, a nice selection of books - basically everything has been thought of to make you feel pampered! There is a lovely outdoor seating area for when the weather allows - a perfect spot for an evening drink whilst watching those spectacular sunsets, or a peaceful morning tea. Viv's breakfasts were delicious - she offers much more variety than usual b&bs and her home-baked granola and full Scottish breakfast were particularly scrumptious. Viv also offers supper clubs, with delicious dinners - the freshest seafood, and very generous portions! In short, a very memorable b&b with everything one looks for: generous hosts, delicious food, spectacular views, luxurious room, and total peace - you'll come away feeling utterly relaxed! Thank you both - I'll be returning!

The local area has plenty of truly spectacular scenery to enjoy by car or on foot. Abhaig is just 5mins drive from Uig, where there are some good restaurants. The Ferry Inn was fantastic and well worth a visit.

Would Recommend: Yes

This is the first review of 2021 and just makes us brim with pleasure! You were a lovely first guest and it was a real delight to meet you, introduce you to our wee corner for a few nights away from the city. Thank you so much and we look forward to having you back some day. Viv & Steve.

1st November 2020:

Viv and Steve are the most welcoming and thoughtful hosts we have ever met. The Bothy is beautifully decorated and is a perfect, self-contained unit - especially reassuring in these difficult times. The food provided by Viv (breakfasts and the supper club) meals are exceptional - quality and quantity. We simply couldn't recommend Abhaig B&B more highly.

Quirang, Fairy Glen, Skye Brewery all within a short distance. Uig and Edinbane potteries nearby and, of course, the magnificence of the Skye scenery.

Would Recommend: Yes

It was so great to welcome you to Abhaig for a second time and as we mentioned then, its the biggest compliment for a host when guests re-book. We are just delighted you liked the bothy and since the weather was not that kind for your four nights, it was nice to think you were looking forward to being cosy in there each day and evening. We are also pleased you enjoyed our suppers too, our chance to enjoy a wee chat with you both. Such lovely guests and friends of Abhaig, thank you again and lets hope we might see you again. Take care, Viv and Steve (Archie too!)

20th October 2020:

We loved our stay, thanks so much Viv and Steve. Really appreciate it! We were made to feel so welcome from start to finish and when we return to Skye you'll be our first port of call! The bothy was lovely as well with amazing views. We loved it! Really tasty food as well :-) Thanks!

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you for reviewing us! We really do appreciate it and we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. It was lovely to meet you both and we are super happy that you liked your accommodation, the food and Skye. Wishing you both the best and here's hoping we may see you again. Viv & Steve x

25th September 2020:

Loved everything about our stay. The Black Bothy was so clean and comfortable. Beautiful location looking over fields onto the water. Viv and Steve were fantastic hosts. The Supper Club food was delicious and loved the unusual choices at breakfast. Really didn't want to leave and we'll definitely return. Robust covid measures in place too. Felt super safe.

Definitely have a meal at Abhaig.

Would Recommend: Yes

23rd September 2020:

Lovely hosts and superb accommodation

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much. It was great to welcome you back. So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes to you both and we hope we'll see you in the future. Viv and Steve

20th September 2020:

What an amazing place, every detail met to perfection. Hosts, Viv and Steve could not do more to make our stay exceptional. Breakfast and supper club fabulous, 6 ⭐️ would recommend for a stay cation to remember.

Take advantage of supper club, food and service second to none.

Would Recommend: Yes

What can we say?! Such a lovely lovely review! Thank you so very much. Its a compliment when guests wish to stay longer (like you with 5 nights), but for people wishing to eat in every night, that's just fantastic! we are delighted you had a great visit, good days out and really great weather too. Kindest wishes from us - Viv & Steve

9th September 2020:

Would Recommend: Yes

26th August 2020:

We had the most unforgettable stay at Abhaig b&b staying in the bothy. The bothy itself is beautiful, with so much attention to detail from the design to the Edinburgh Coco choccies on the pillow and local whisky with fudge for us to tuck into after our long drive to Skye. It has a picture perfect window that looks out on the breathtaking sea views, where both nights we watched the sunset over the sea with the Isle of Harris in the distance. We had dinner there both nights. The first meal was a showstopper with locally caught Langoustines and a paella; a feast for the eyes! I am gluten free and Vivienne went above and beyond to create breakfast and dinner options that both my fiancé and I can eat. She even baked the most delicious gluten free cakes! I felt truly spoilt. Who needs to go out for dinner when there are 5* meals in-house! Breakfast too was delicious and all home made. Vivienne and Steve are so warm and welcoming and were so helpful recommending places to go to in Skye. They both have so much knowledge of the area having lived there for most of their lives, so we felt like we were getting a truly authentic Isle of Skye experience! We felt so well looked after and we will definitely be returning back. Thank you Vivienne and Steve for making our stay in the Isle of Skye so special, we wish it could have been for longer. We will definitely be sending friends and family your way if they venture up that way! Hope to visit again soon. Best wishes, Amber & Chris

The quieter walk up to Quiraing that you recommended was beautiful, we also loved moseying around Portree. And that coastal route up from Applecross was stunning!

Would Recommend: Yes

Amber & Chris - what can we say?! What a kind review from such a lovely couple. It was a real pleasure to meet you and we are so glad that Skye made a nice impression on you. Who would have thought that the old fashioned concept of dinner, B&B would make a come-back?! We are just simply delighted at the response to our food, thank you so much. Really hope the rest of the trip was lovely too, Torridon and then your stop at Blair Atholl. Take care of yourselves and each other and of course best of luck for all the future holds. We hope we will see you again. Viv & Steve x

22nd August 2020:

These guys could write the textbook on perfect Highland hospitality. The accommodation is gorgeous and the food was delicious but nothing compares to the joy of staying with a couple who so clearly love where they’ve landed. Their local knowledge and tips were invaluable and their flexibility and welcoming attitude second to none. We were nervous travelling just a wee while out of lockdown but Vivienne and Steve put us at ease, kept us safe and allowed us to enjoy a beautiful trip.

Would Recommend: Yes

Oh wow, what lovely things to say! Thank you so very much. We count ourselves lucky to be able to open up, even in a smaller capacity after being shut for the last months. So to know that you felt at ease and had a good stay is fantastic. It was lovely to have you both here, great guests and super flexible too, with any changes we had introduced. We are delighted you enjoyed the Bothy, the food and our hosting, it was an absolute pleasure. Best of luck to both of you. Viv & Steve

11th August 2020:

A paradise on the isle of Skye. A wonderful setting with a fantastic room with a view. The hospitality of Vivienne and Steve. The abundant breakfast. The diners (tajine and langoustine). As I say : heaven on earth!

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Would Recommend: Yes

Dear T & V - Thank you so much for reviewing your stay with us so generously. It was lovely to meet you both, we wished you had stayed longer. But we know you have had a 3 week tour and we hope your visit to Skye will leave great memories. Safe travels south and back on the Ferry to home. We hope we might even see you again sometime. Thank you for being wonderful guests. Vivienne & Steve

6th August 2020:

I’ve been lucky enough to stay here twice now, and it’s truly fabulous. From its cosy independent setting overlooking wonderful views, the most incredible hosts, who cook the most fabulous food, it’s splendid location and the attention to details. All life’s little luxuries can be discovered inside this Bothy....it’s magical like Skye itself.

Claigan coral beach, Quiraing, Staffin Bay, Skye Skyns, Edinbane pottery,

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you so much! We feel lucky when guests wish to return, that in itself a compliment. It was great that you sampled our suppers too, which had not started when you last visited. Just so happy you liked the choices and enjoyed the food. It was a pleasure to host you guys, such lovely guests who clearly enjoy Scotlands West Coast. Look forward to seeing you again. With best wishes Viv and Steve.

2nd August 2020:

This was special. We feel utterly spoiled, pampered and refreshed. Viv and Steve could not have done more to look after us and the food was exceptional. What a spot, what a view. Thank you so much.

Langoustines were incredible. A super spot to explore the North end of Skye and these two know the island better than anyone.

Would Recommend: Yes

Thank you for this review! We are just delighted you enjoyed your time with us. It was lovely to have you all here, such a great bunch! So happy you enjoyed the food too, we are delighted that the take up for our food has been so positive. Look forward to seeing you all again soon and all the best for school going back, big swims and generally life getting back to normal.

27th July 2020:

Viv and Steve are superb hosts and make your visit special from the minute you arrive. There is so much attention to detail from the home baking waiting for you after a day sightseeing to the wee whisky nightcap with homemade tablet. The Bothy is beautiful, so comfortable and luxurious with amazing views. Supper club meals were absolutely amazing too with so much effort put into making it special. This was our 2nd visit and it won’t be our last. You will not be disappointed. Thanks to you both

Make sure you walk the Quiraing but be prepared... it is fairly tough and take your walking boots. Also take the ferry to Raasay and make sure you visit Brochel Castle... don’t be put off by the single track windy road!

Would Recommend: Yes

Ah what an absolutely lovely review. Thank you! We are so glad to be open again after the worldwide lock down and just delighted that you came back to us as one of our first guests. Thank you so much for highlighting the food too, its great to be able to offer suppers and do a bit more for our guests. Wishing you both and your family all the very best. Look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes Viv & Steve

8th May 2020:

Excellent hosts and accommodation couldn’t fault it

Would Recommend: Yes

2nd April 2020:

Would Recommend: Yes

22nd March 2020:

Abhaig Boutique B&B is hands down one of the best B&Bs we’ve stayed at and we’ve been to many! We stayed at the separate bothy that has been recently refurbished. It is done beautifully - each little design detail is well thought through and it feels modern, cozy and luxurious. The view from the big window is simply stunning. Waking up every morning to see the sea and expansive sky is such a treat. Viv and Steve are the perfect hosts. They make sure we have everything we need, cook up absolutely delicious breakfast, leave little treats in our rooms and not to mention yummy cakes every afternoon! We stayed in one night and they made us salmon and prawn linguine, both were cooked to perfection. It was then followed by a scrumptious berries crumble. All this with side vegetables cost us only £20 each! Viv and Steve also look after dogs for others, and if you are a dog lover like us, another highlight everyday is to cuddle with the dogs. What more can you possibly need!

The location of the b&b is perfect for day hikes and there are many stunning routes nearby. We enjoyed going to some of the local restaurants but I have to say dinner at the B&B was a lot nicer than some of the meals we’ve had. It is hands down best value for money so would highly recommend. We can’t wait to go back another time. Thank you Viv and Steve for such a wonderful time.

Would Recommend: Yes

D & M - Thank you for such a lovely review! It was great to meet you both and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us. As you know, our pop-up suppers are a new experiment, so we are just over the moon with this feedback. It is proving fun to cook off-the-cuff meals for our lovely guests. We hope your few final nights on the other side of Skye were enjoyable too and a safe journey home. Wishing you the very best for a very exciting future. Kindest wishes Viv, Steve and the doggies!

8th March 2020:

Steve and Viv do everything to ensure you stay is perfect, this was work visit but the stay at Abhaig made it feel more like a holiday.

Would Recommend: Yes

Thanks so much for this generous review! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Kindest wishes from Steve and Viv x