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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 (http://www.dunvegancastle.com).
   

SHOPS AND LOCAL FACILITIES

• 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. 

Skye inspires many artists in pottery, painting, craft and clothing design. Some of the many varied facilities within a very short distance of La Bergerie include:-

• The Stein Inn (http://www.steininn.co.uk) - the oldest inn on Skye

• Dandelion Designs (http://www.dandelion-designs.co.uk) - craft workshop and gallery

• Dive and Sea the Hebrides (http://www.dive-and-sea-the-hebrides.co.uk) - dive centre

• Shilasdair Yarns (http://www.shilasdair-yarns.co.uk) - designer sweaters, wools & yarns

• the Halistra Pottery (http://www.halistra-pottery.co.uk) - functional and colourful pottery

You will find a wealth of talent on the island as well as memorable souvenirs of your visit.

• www.scotland-info.co.uk
• www.skyewalk.co.uk

THE HEBRIDEAN SHEEP ON THE CROFT

The Hebridean Sheep on the surrounding croft are an ancient breed of native sheep, descended from Viking stock and originating from the Islands and Highlands of Scotland. 

Largely replaced in the nineteenth century by the now common Blackface sheep, as landowners promoted the abolition of the native breed, they survived as a rare breed in only small numbers until the 1970’s, since when they have enjoyed a revival. 

This is the first Hebridean flock which was set up on Waternish and arrived on the croft in 1999, there are now more animals at Waternish descended from this flock. 

The wool is available to buy on the croft or at Borreraig Park Piping Museum and Shop. The sheepskins from this flock are sold exclusively Borreraig Park, in Glendale.
   

NEED MORE SPACE?

If your party is too big even for La Bergerie why not rent The Old Mission Hall (http://www.oldmissionhall.co.uk) as well. This traditional style cottage sleeps 4 and is less than 5 minutes walk away. 

Your group can still gather together at La Bergerie for meals and day time activites.

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