Situated near the dramatic coastline of the north west of the island, the 18th century lodge overlooks the Black Cuillin and MacLeod's Tables.
Visit the Isle of Skye and stay at the Ullinish Country Lodge, a heavenly award winning restaurant in a stunning location with beautiful rooms to sleep in afterwards! Here you will dine on fine local produce including hand dived scallops and 36 hour cooked beef, so beautiful it could bring a tear to your eye.Editor's favourites
- The amazing five course evening meal in the charming dining room - a wonderfully relaxing way to end the day after exploring the wild and rugged landscapes of Skye.
- Beautifully furnished bedrooms and bathrooms. We especially love the Dr. Johnson. room with huge four poster wooden bed and luxurious free standing bath.
- The fantastic views over to Loch Harport and the famous Cuillin Mountains from the lodge.
- The warm and cosy lounge with log fire - perfect for afternoon tea or as a location for star spotting at night through the lodge telescope.
- The sympathetic interior décor. The Lodge dates back to the 1700s and although freshly renovated it still retains its old country charm.
An evening at the Ullinish Country Lodge
If beef is on the menu when you visit - make sure you order it! It melted in the mouth, had an incredible depth of flavour and was succulent with no dryness what so ever despite the fact it had been cooked for 36 hours. You'll have to ask the chef how he does itâÃâ¬Ã¦
The skate was deletectable. Superbly presented and delivered with a delightful sauce accompanied with froth and a pretty little courgette flower stuffed with the most heavenly goo imaginable! And this wasn't just my opinion - the table of cheery ladies behind me were full of fond exclamations at the sheer beauty of the presentation of each dish and were constantly cooing with each morsel.
The dining area is low lit and intimate. Pottery and other traditional island fancies adorn the shelves and attractive cabinets in dark wood are home to vases of fresh flowers. This is also where the well stocked bar houses everything you could imagine from local spirits to decadent bottles of champagne...
Planning your stay
If you're planning a trip to Skye, the Ullinish will be one of the main highlights of your stay.
Ullinish Country Lodge, Struan, Isle of Skye, IV56 8FD
Telephone: 01470 572 214
Email: enquiries@ullinish-country-lodge.co.uk
Website: www.theisleofskye.co.uk/
Check the website for special offers.
Things to do in Skye
There is so much to do on the Isle of Skye you'll be spoilt for choice. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts the island offers magnificent walking opportunities and the surrounding waters are full of sea-life including whales, porpoises and dolphins.
Less adventurous options include:
- Visit the Taliskar distillery
- Take your binoculars and drive up to coral beaches and watch the seals on the nearby islands
- Visit Duvegan castle
- Visit some of the many open arts and crafts houses and galleries
Find out more about Skye at guide.visitscotland.com.
Caledonian Sleeper
Caledonian Sleeper The sleeper runs every evening apart from Saturdays and provides both berth and seated accommodation, which can be booked in advance online at www.firstscotrail.com or by telephone on 08457 55 00 33. Bargain berths are available from £19. Also available are First Class single cabins, Standard Class twin berths (customers can pay extra for single occupancy) and seated accommodation in a first class environment. A lounge car is also available for customers.
Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
Seats on this service can also be booked in advance by customers and takes in some beautiful Scottish scenery. The journey is around 2 and a half hours.
Other routes are available from Inverness, e.g. services to Wick and Thurso which will take customers far north.
