Carters Rest Guesthouse

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Carters Rest Guesthouse
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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Carters Rest Guest house in Milovaig provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge with large sofas and a fireplace. The guest house is fully licensed and offers breakfast, dinner, free WiFi and free parking. All rooms at the guest house can accommodate two people and feature a TV, fridge, WiFi, coffee and tea making facilities, fresh fruit, snacks and bathrobes. A Taste of Scotland: A wide breakfast selection is offered daily, including a buffet and a hot full cooked Scottish breakfast. The buffet selection includes fresh seasonal fruits, homemade granola, Scottish oat porridge, Scottish cured meats, Scottish cheeses, fresh orange juice, and home baked breads. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free breakfasts can be catered for with prior notice. Guests can enjoy views of Loch Pooltiel and The Little Minch from the lounge and dining room. Dinner: our menu is mainly fresh fish but we also cater for all tastes. Hiking is among the activities that guests can enjoy near Carters Rest Guest house. Guests can walk to Neist Point, Ramasaig, Orbost beach, Macleod's Maidens and more. Dunvegan Castle is 9.9 mi away and Coral Beach is 14 mi away from the property. Portree is 28 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shawn
    United States United States
    “The property is well appointed and very comfortable. Jonathan and Simone were exceptional hosts and were eager to help us make the most of our visit!”
  • Lars
    United States United States
    “Beautiful location looking out over a bay. Jonathan and Simone were very helpful and gave great suggestions for day trips. The breakfast cooked to order was fantastic. The rooms were very comfortable.”
  • Tyler
    Canada Canada
    “The location is incredible! Also, the food was the best I had in Scotland. The hosts were so sweet and kind. The entire experience was wonderful.”
  • Douglas
    United States United States
    “Jonathan and Simone are wonderful hosts and made us feel at home the minute we got there. We were in the Sheep Barn room which was very spacious and had a beautiful view of the Loch and a 500-foot waterfall into the sea. We had all breakfasts and...”
  • Coombs
    United States United States
    “The location is incredible and the hosts are truly amazing. It was an incredibly memorable experience.”
  • Rebecca
    United States United States
    “We loved Carters Rest and look forward to returning someday! Jonathan and Simone were gracious hosts with impeccable eyes for details. The B&B was very comfortable! We enjoyed relaxing and socializing with other guests in the dining/living area....”
  • Natalie
    United States United States
    “Loved everything. Location was amazing, like you were at the edge of the world. Best appointed room we have ever stayed in. The hosts, Jonathan and Simone, were friendly, helpful and gave great information about the area. Food was out of this...”
  • James
    United States United States
    “Simone and Jonathan were fantastic hosts. The view of the cliffs and ocean were classic Scotland. Our hosts also provided gourmet dinners, which they serve up with great flair. A very enjoyable experience.”
  • Pamela
    United States United States
    “It was an oasis on the western part of Skye. The view from the window was breathtaking. Jonathan and Simone are incredible hosts. We appreciated being able to eat dinner there and did so both nights. They are warm and gracious.”
  • Robert
    United States United States
    “Simona and Jonathon are extraordinary hosts. The guest rooms are extremely well appointed. We were pampered, in a word.”

Managed by Simone and Jonathan

Company review score: 10Based on 65 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Welcome to Carters Rest, come in, relax, unwind and leave the rest to us! Simone and Jonathan

Property info

Carters Rest is located in Milovaig on the most westerly coast of Skye - providing spectacular views and sunsets in a most inviting warm friendly lounge. Find a chair next to the fire, in the sun lounge, enjoy a coffee, tea or glass of wine and enjoy. We will look after you. Breakfast, dinner, coffee or tea we are here for you. We charge a booking fee when you book. A link will be sent to you after booking. This fee will be deducted from your invoice when you stay, however it is non refundable if you cancel.

Neighborhood info

The immediate area is itself a place of interest and is particularly rich in plant and wildlife. Dolphins, whales, basking sharks, seals and sea otters can be seen together with birds of prey and a wide range of indigenous and visiting birds. Information on salmon, trout and sea fishing is available and in some cases, bookings for boats can be made. The stunning scenery makes it an ideal location for numerous walks, we're very close to Neist Point lighthouse. Local walks to Neist Point, Ramasaig and along the Cliff tops to Waterstein Head. Orbost Beach, McLeod's Maidens, McLeod's Tables, The Two Churches in Dunvegan, Coral Beach are all local walks and easily accessible in 10-20 minutes. The Dunvegan Castle and its well laid out gardens, Talisker Distillery, The Fairy pools and Glenbrittle are all within easy reach. The Quirang and Old Man of Storr & Rubha Hunish make for an excellent days outing. The scenery is always spectacular and back in the evening for one of Skye's Sunsets completes the day.

Languages Spoken

German,English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Dinner

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroSoloUnionPay credit cardDebit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property offers adults-only accommodations, with the exception of children above 13 years of age.

Rooms only cater for two people and there are no additional beds available.

Breakfast is served from 08:00 till 09:30. Early or packed breakfasts can be arranged upon request.

Please inform Carters Rest Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: C, HI-30048-F