Croft Bunkhouse Bothies and Wigwams, Portnalong, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SL

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Bunkhouse and bothies on a 12-acre croft with views of the Cuillins and the sea

Croft Bunkhouse is Skye’s original independent hostel, set on a 12 acre croft with sweeping views of sea and mountains. Its offers a range of accommodation, including a fully equipped bunkhouse, four self-contained bothies, and three heated wooden wigwams.

The Croft is perfectly located for outdoor adventures, the Cuillins are easily reached via Sligachan and Glenbrittle. A pier and slipway on Loch Harport are just 500m down the road, with the local pub 500m in the opposite direction.

The Bunkhouse sleeps up to 14 guests, with one twin room and a 12-bed dorm. The spacious dining room overlooks the crofts and sea, with seating for everyone to gather and eat together. There are two washrooms, a cosy lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen.

For smaller groups and families:

Bothy Beag – A self-contained unit sleeping up to four in bunkbeds, with shower room, fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable dining and living space.

The Cabin – Sleeps two, with a compact living area and en-suite toilet and basin. Showers and the main kitchen are in the bunkhouse. Enjoy sunset views over Macleod’s Tables and Portnalong Harbour.

The Bothy – A fully self-contained unit sleeping up to six, ideal for families or small groups.

The But & Ben – Just 200m towards Portnalong Harbour, this is a former 1920s shop where settlers from Harris and Lewis sold their tweed and knitwear. It offers a fully equipped kitchen/living area, shower room, bunkbed room sleeping 4, outdoor picnic table, and panoramic views towards Arnival and the Cuillins.

Wigwams – Built from sustainable Scottish spruce, each sleeps up to three adults (or a family). Insulated and heated, they include mattresses, seating, microwave, kettle, fridge, and table. Toilets and showers are nearby, with full access to bunkhouse facilities. Please bring your own sleeping bags.

Larger groups can book a number of units or the the entire site. Camping is only available as part of a group booking.

There is no WIFI but 4G mobile signal is available.
Croft Bunkhouse is Skye’s original independent hostel, set on a working croft with stunning sea and mountain views. Accommodation includes a fully equipped 14-bed bunkhouse (one twin room and a 12-bed dorm), four self-contained units, and three heated wooden wigwams—ideal for smaller groups and families. The Cuillins are easily reached via Sligachan and Glenbrittle, with a pier and slipway on Loch Harport 500m away and the local pub just 500m in the other direction.
Croft Bunkhouse is Skye’s original independent hostel, set on a 12 acre croft with sweeping views of sea and mountains. Its offers a range of accommodation, including a fully equipped bunkhouse, four self-contained bothies, and three heated wooden wigwams.

The Croft is perfectly located for outdoor adventures, the Cuillins are easily reached via Sligachan and Glenbrittle. A pier and slipway on Loch Harport are just 500m down the road, with the local pub 500m in the opposite direction.

The Bunkhouse sleeps up to 14 guests, with one twin room and a 12-bed dorm. The spacious dining room overlooks the crofts and sea, with seating for everyone to gather and eat together. There are two washrooms, a cosy lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen.

For smaller groups and families:

Bothy Beag – A self-contained unit sleeping up to four in bunkbeds, with shower room, fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable dining and living space.

The Cabin – Sleeps two, with a compact living area and en-suite toilet and basin. Showers and the main kitchen are in the bunkhouse. Enjoy sunset views over Macleod’s Tables and Portnalong Harbour.

The Bothy – A fully self-contained unit sleeping up to six, ideal for families or small groups.

The But & Ben – Just 200m towards Portnalong Harbour, this is a former 1920s shop where settlers from Harris and Lewis sold their tweed and knitwear. It offers a fully equipped kitchen/living area, shower room, bunkbed room sleeping 4, outdoor picnic table, and panoramic views towards Arnival and the Cuillins.

Wigwams – Built from sustainable Scottish spruce, each sleeps up to three adults (or a family). Insulated and heated, they include mattresses, seating, microwave, kettle, fridge, and table. Toilets and showers are nearby, with full access to bunkhouse facilities. Please bring your own sleeping bags.

Larger groups can book a number of units or the the entire site. Camping is only available as part of a group booking.

There is no WIFI but 4G mobile signal is available.

This accommodation is featured on our map of West coast of Scotland, Skye and the Hebrides and here is its own website.

Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    39: Bunkhouse 14: 1x2, 1x14. The Bothy 6. Bothy Beag 4. The Cabin 2. The But & Ben 4. 3 Wigwam. Plus camping
  • Open:

    All year, checkin 4pm - 8pm, vacate by 10 am
  • Price per night:

    Bunkhouse: Twin room £55 (£35 1 person). Exclusive hire (including wigwams) £500 p/n. Bothy Beag: £125, £110 (3 persons or less). But & Ben: £140 ,£120 p/n (3 persons or less). The Cabin £55 (£35 1 person). Bothy £160, £140 (5 persons or less). Wigwams Single occupancy £35, 2 persons £55, 3 persons £65.
  • Booking:

    Deposit or credit / debit card details required to confirm bookings.
  • Directions:

    GR 348 353. From Sligachan take the A863 for 4 miles then left onto B8009 for 6 miles through Carbost and Fernilea to Portnalong. Follow signs for Croft Bunkhouse & Loch Harport Gallery, it is 500yds past the pub.
  • Public Transport :

    Cross Island Citylink coaches from mainland pass through Sligachan. Two buses daily (excl. Sun) from Portree via Sligachan to Portnalong.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks
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Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
dBedding provided
fSleeping bags required
gFully heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
iDrying room
jShowers
pClothes washing facilities

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