Colbost
Isle of Skye, United Kingdom (Scotland)
A remote village on the Duirinish peninsula, home to The Three Chimneys.
Places in Colbost
- The Three Chimneys One of Scotland's most famous restaurants, housed within a 100-year-old stone cottage on the shore of Loch Dunvegan, known for high-quality island produce.
Practical notes for Isle of Skye
- Best time to visit
- May to September offers the most reliable weather for exploring the island's dramatic landscapes, though the Highlands remain atmospheric year-round.
- Getting around
- A car is essential for exploring Skye's scattered villages and dramatic landscapes; Portree serves as the main town and hub.
- Currency
- Pound Sterling (GBP)
- Language
- English; Scottish Gaelic is still spoken.
- Timezone
- GMT (UTC+0, UTC+1 in summer)
- Current trends
- Skye's dining scene continues to draw international attention for its hyper-local seafood and Highland beef, with restaurants like Loch Bay and Dulse & Brose leading a broader Scottish culinary movement built on hand-dived scallops and West Coast produce.
Other neighborhoods in Isle of Skye
- Portree — Skye's colourful main town, home to the harbour and the bulk of the island's restaurants and hotels.
- Dunvegan — A village on Loch Dunvegan, home to the historic Dunvegan Castle and nearby Loch Bay.
Read the full Isle of Skye guide