Mungo's Den, Isle of Skye, Scotland

The unique and stylish Mungo’s Den is a holiday retreat on the beautiful Island of Skye, Scotland. Full of character, it is perfect as a romantic bolt-hole or honeymoon hideaway, and sits cosily in the quiet friendly crofting hamlet of Portnalong on the Minginish Peninsula of North West Skye, surrounded by awe-inspiring scenery and rich in wildlife.

Within the traditional exterior of Mungo's Den you will discover boutique self-catering accommodation of the highest standard. Originally an old telephone exchange and post office, it has been lovingly rescued and restored by the owners. It now offers an environmentally friendly, organic holiday experience; with high-spec luxury and eclectic furnishings giving it a uniquely charming feel. A haven of calm, Mungo's Den has a truly restful atmosphere, inspirational style and character. Come on into the Den: we would love to welcome you!

How does Mungo's Den minimise its impact on the environment and contribute to a sense of place?

To reduce its draw on natural resources, dense layers of local sheep wool insulation have been installed throughout the cottage. Low wattage lighting components are used and electricity is generated via an eco-electric system capable of converting to solar power. All electricity is from 100% renewable sources and hot water and under-floor heating is generated via the most technically advanced, A+ energy rated eco-boiler. All appliances are at least A-rated. Recycling and composting are both actively encouraged at Mungo’s Den andmade easy in a positive, fun way. All food waste is composted. The wood burning stoves use naturally harvested dead-fall wood from our own cottage land and surrounding forests on Skye.  

The water supply at Mungo’s Den is strictly metered, water savers have been installed in the toilet cisterns and there are flow restrictors in all taps and shower heads. All cleaning and laundry products are eco friendly. Local handmade organic mini soaps are provided for guests, which have minimal recycled paper packaging. Fresh food sourced locally from responsible producers of Skye’s natural harvests from sea and shore is served as much as possible. Upon arrival the organic hamper on arrival all food products which are either local, handmade, organic and/or fair trade. Guests are actively encouraged to arrive by public transport, and the owners are happy to collect them at nearby train and bus stations. The guiding principles of rescue, restore and revive are the philosophy behind Mungo’s Den, an old telephone exchange and post office. Local craftsmen brought their expertise to the restoration and everything comes from a variety of sources – antique fairs, salvage yards, markets, auctions & lucky finds.