Staffin, Isle of Skye

Out stay at Isle of Skye is at Staffin House Apartments which has totally comfortable accommodations.

The most amazing scenery awaits those who drive around the periphery of the island! Leaving Staffin, driving north counter-clockwise the gentle rolling hills greet the higher mountains. Sheep dot the landscape and everything is very green. The roads were better than expected with plenty of lay-by areas along the single track roads.

Today was overcast and sprinkling but somehow that made the green seem even brighter. First stop is Skye Skyns, a tannery for sheep skins. The process is largely manual so we can appreciate the effort that goes into producing these luxurious rugs. I couldn’t resist! I purchased a sheepskin run and had it shipped to the US. They are so soft and cushy, warm and beautiful. My recliner chair will love it!

On site with the tannery is cafe (a yurtz) where we had a light lunch. By the time we head further the wind has picked up and it is downright cold!

Next stop is Dunvagan Castle, home of the clan MacLeod for centuries. It was nice decorated and gives  a feel for life in that era. We spent a couple hours here exploring. The castle gardens look inviting but we opted to stay warm and dry.

Another stop was planned but we were getting tired and the cold wind was a deterrent so we headed to Portree to have early dinner. Back to the apartment by 7pm, showers, dessert and packing so we can head out tomorrow.