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Angusfield Cabins, Sconser, Isle of Skye, IV48 8TD. Look for the blue Angusfield sign beside the entrance.

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Blue Angusfield Luxury Cabins sign at the entrance
Look for the blue Angusfield sign
Angusfield cabins on the shoreline overlooking the sea
The cabins beside the shore at Sconser

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Summary for Visitors

  • Location: Sconser is a main stop on the A87, the primary artery of Skye.

  • Ferry Users: The Mallaig-Armadale ferry is a beautiful way to enter the island but requires a pre-booked reservation for vehicles.

  • Public Transport: Sconser is also served by the main Citylink bus routes between Glasgow/Inverness and Portree.

Directions

1. From Glasgow

There are two main routes. The “Bridge” route is the standard road link, while the “Ferry” route is a popular scenic alternative.

Option A: Via the Skye Bridge

  • Take the A82 north through Glencoe to Fort William.

  • Continue on the A82 north to Invergarry.

  • Turn left onto the A87 (signposted for Kyle of Lochalsh).

  • Cross the Skye Bridge and stay on the A87 heading north.

  • Sconser is located directly on the A87, approximately 12 miles north of Broadford.

Option B: Via Mallaig Ferry

  • Take the A82 to Fort William, then turn left onto the A830 (Road to the Isles) to Mallaig.

  • Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale.

  • From Armadale, follow the A851 north until it meets the A87 at Broadford.

  • Turn left onto the A87 and continue for about 12 miles to reach Sconser.

Important: If you choose the ferry, you must book in advance via CalMac as vehicle spaces fill up quickly.

2. From Inverness

  • Follow the A82 south along the side of Loch Ness to Invermoriston.

  • Turn right onto the A887, which joins the A87 heading west.

  • Continue on the A87 all the way across the Skye Bridge.

  • Follow the A87 through Broadford; Sconser is situated on the main road about 15 minutes further north.

3. From Edinburgh

  • Take the M90 north to Perth, then join the A9 north.

  • At Dalwhinnie, turn left onto the A889, then join the A86 to Spean Bridge.

  • Turn right onto the A82 (north) to Invergarry.

  • Turn left onto the A87 and follow it across the Skye Bridge.

  • Stay on the A87 through Broadford until you arrive at Sconser.