Taigh Ailean Hotel

Accommodation near Carbost

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The Fairy Pools

At the foot of the Black Cuillin, close to Glen Brittle and only a few miles from the Taigh Ailean Hotel lie the Fairy Pools. Featuring on many international to-do lists, they are series of crystal clear pools linked by streams and waterfalls that provide a wonderful gentle walk, extraordinary photo opportunities and, for the more adventurous, glorious wild swimming with great jumps into deep (if somewhat chilly, even in summer) water. (Please note the pools get very very busy in summer. If you’d like advice on other, more peaceful spots, just ask).

taigh-ailean-fairy-pools-cuillins-skyePhoto by Eric Farine

The pools are… delightful, and few are immune to their charms. We visit them in late autumn, when the Isle of Skye is springy with marsh grass and ablaze with bracken. We approach from the bottom of a wide, smooth glacial basin, the glen marking out a single deep groove like a linocut.

Suspense builds as we pass a series of crystal clear, aqua blue pools, each seemingly more appealing than the last. Under a cliff the grey rock has been carved into a perfect oval bath tub with a view of the waterfalls. Beyond that a grassy island gives access to a high, natural infinity pool, bounded by the natural stone wall.

Kate Rew, author of Wild Swim from an extract in The Guardian.

Welcome

Wouldn’t it be lovely to get away from it all to a Hebridean island where you can relax and unwind,  explore and learn or challenge yourself physically, whatever suits your holiday needs. An island where history and the 21st century combine to give you the best possible experience. The Taigh Ailean team would really like to help you get the most of your time on Skye. From insider tips about the quieter spots to helping you book a swanky lunch to celebrate life, we’re so happy to help.
You’ll find amazing breakfasts, cosy rooms and a warm welcome at the Taigh Ailean Hotel.

Please note, Munros Bar is not open this year, but we do provide recommendations for places to eat (including dog and child friendly) and offer help with reservations.

 

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  • Talisker Distillery
  • The Fairy Pools
  • The Cuillin
  • Glen Eynort
  • Crafts and Coffee

Taigh Ailean Hotel
Portnalong
Isle of Skye
IV47 8SL

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