You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Old Church. Three bedroom property with sea views and luxurious interiors.
A warm welcome awaits you at The Preachers Rest - Thomas Telford Lettings.
Thomas Telford Lettings takes its name from the prolific Scottish engineer who planned the hamlet of Stein for the British Fisheries Society in 1790 and oversaw the building of The Old Church and adjacent Manse. Over the last two years The Old Church has been painstakingly restored to create something very special.
Situated within The Old Church east side overlooking Loch Bay the Preachers Rest forms one side of the renovated Historic Building. Main door entrance with luxurious self contained accommodation over two levels.
Over the last two years the The Preachers Rest has been painstakingly restored to a luxurious standard. Original features including stone and timber floors give an impression of the original church design but within a contemporary setting. The contrast between old and new is striking.
We are proud of what has been achieved - a new and sustainable future for a historic building in a dramatic setting overlooking Loch Dunvegan and the Hebrides.
Contemporary accommodation within a historic setting we believe Telford would be proud of. Externally the Old Church, byre and gardens reflect the original plans but inside awaits a magical combination of contemporary living and eclectic design. Nothing similar exists on Skye.
Staying at the The Preachers Rest is not for the faint hearted. Art works, antiques, and interior finishes collected over many years combine to lift the spirit. Its quirky and somewhat unorthodox characteristics are for those looking for a very different stay on the Isle of Skye.
A getaway where you will be consumed by local history, arts and culture. And while the ‘The Preachers Rest’ in The Old Church is out of the ordinary, it provides a convenient base to relax in luxury and explore the magic of Skye.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of The Shilasdair Shop. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities
14 minutes on foot from The Shilasdair Shop and a 3-minute drive from Trumpan Church
The Old Church. Three bedroom property with sea views and luxurious interiors. offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: only by request
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number HI-30271- F
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
The Old Church. Three bedroom property with sea views and luxurious interiors. Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
What a unique and fabulous property. Huge and comfortable in a spectacular setting. Great local restaurant down the road is a must.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna, San Antonio
Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
We had a wonderful stay and love the Old Church. Beautiful views and the rooms are lovely. We had a great lobster dinner on our first night there with a freshly delivered catch! Staying on Skye was a dream! The only thing that would have made it perfect was a washer and dryer in our side of the property. Fantastic stay! Thank you!
Donna
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol T.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Skye
My husband and I and two friends from the States recently spent three wonderful nights at The Old Church on the Isle of Skye.
The beautiful old church has been thoughtfully and beautifully restored and renovated into two 3 bedroom units with ample amenities.
We were in the Preachers Rest and had beautiful views of the Little Minch Strait.
The stunning grounds of the property were immaculate and lovingly cared for.
We would recommend this property and its proprietors without hesitation and hope to return with our adult children very soon as their granny was a MacLeod and the clan castle, Dunvegan is a short drive away.
Cheers!