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La Bergerie Owner: Chantal Macleod |
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Description: Recently built in the traditional style, La Bergerie is a spacious, new and high quality self-catering cottage. The use of local stone, natural wood and light combined with personal touches such as hand made patchwork create a unique ambiance reflecting the beautiful surroundings. A blend of traditional furniture and all modern conveniences (including facilities for the disabled) will ensure that your stay will be comfortable and relaxing. La Bergerie has full central heating throughout (oil) the cost of which is included in the weekly price. All fire making materials such as paper, kindlers etc are included and a starter supply of wood for the open fire is also included. The cottage is fully double-glazed throughout. The tasteful d’cor reflects the natural beauty of the Hebridean Island surroundings and also the special “Auld Alliance” between the French and Scottish cultures. The small sheltered garden and patio are accessible for wheelchairs:- listen to the fall of the stream; the calls of the birds; or just sit and admire the view from this delightful elevated spot. A bench table and barbecue are provided for outside eating. Surrounded by fields and with hills behind, "La Bergerie" is set on a working croft surrounded by a flock of Hebridean Sheep owned by the hostess. Guests of La Bergerie are free to access this ground and to enjoy being close to the animals:- please however take care to close gates behind you and avoid undue disturbance of the livestock. Children are welcome, cot and highchair provided. They are on a secure property to play and explore the croft and animals. They have a special area with a playhouse and picnic table and also some board games and external games and toys. The parents must take reasonable precautions for to secure their children safety. La Bergerie has been also built to develop tourism for the disabled: it offers group of up to 4 wheelchair users and their carers the opportunity to discover the Isle of Skye and is specially adapted for those with disabilities. Location: La Bergerie can be found on the Waternish Peninsula at the beginning of the Lochbay Township, about 3 miles down the B886 road, signposted for Waternish off the A850 Portree-Dunvegan Road. It is close to the picturesque village of Stein. It is well situated for exploring all the delights of Skye, including the historic seat of the Clan MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle. Nearest shops and Post Office are in Dunvegan : 5 miles. Nearest supermarket and banks are in Portree : 22 miles. There are many restaurants and coffee-shops in Stein and Dunvegan as well as throughout the surrounding area. The Isle of Skye is a haven for wild-life; enjoy observing animals and birds at sea and on land either on a trip of your own or as an organised tour. There are a wide variety of documented walks and places of historic interest to explore. |
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