Visitor Information

Us

Welcome to our website for ‘Hillside Bed & Breakfast’ in Waternish on the Isle of Skye. Let us introduce ourselves – we are Lyn and Mick O’Sullivan and originate from Solihull in the West Midlands. We have been married for 37 years and have 3 grown-up children, and 1 grandson.

We moved to Skye in 2007, after having previously visited the island once and fell in love with the landscape, the views and the very friendly welcome that we received. The opportunity came in 2005 for us to buy a plot of land to build on, and the fantastic scenery that came with the land really sold the idea to us. It was a lifetime dream for us to retire to the countryside one day, and for us, Waternish is an idyllic place to be. After 30 years in the West Midlands Fire Service, Mick retired, and Lyn also retired from her secretarial job, and so our adventure began!

Hillside

Hillside was built by us in 2007/2008 based on a traditional Scottish design. We have tried to make it as environmentally friendly as possible, with geothermal heating and maximum insulation. We also have our own private water supply via a borehole, which is frequently tested by the local authority.

Hillside has superb uninterrupted views over Loch Bay and the Outer Hebrides with the added bonus of spectacular sunsets during the summer months.

There are two double rooms available, one with a dedicated private bathroom and the other with en-suite. A further room with both a double and single bed can be made available if required.

Drying facilities are available in our utility room.

Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate dogs as we have our own.

A traditional breakfast (menu) is served in the dining room overlooking the loch, and packed lunches are provided on request.

Internet access is available on request, via a dedicated PC.

Hillside is a non-smoking establishment.

Waternish

Waternish is a peninsular in North West Skye. It is a wide open landscape of moorland and ocean with vast horizons.

The magic of Waternish begins with the Fairy Bridge and the first spellbinding panorama of Loch Bay. The spectacular scenery provides a backdrop for a diverse range of wildlife. Seals, sharks, otters and even whales flourish in the fertile waters, with seabirds and birds of prey including sea eagles circling the skies, while below, Red and Roe deer roam the forest.

Top quality accommodation and hospitality facilities make this spectacular peninsula the perfect place for exploring the rich history and wildlife of the area as well as the wide range of activities and visitor attractions on offer.