Hi, Renee,
Will you be in Lower Breakish or Upper Breakish? The roads in both are often as narrow as some of the single track roads farther north on Skye, but they are definitely less travelled!
From your description, it looks as though you'll be self catering. There are two well stocked supermarkets nearby. They are both Co-ops. There is one in Broadford, where you'll also find reasonably priced petrol, and one in Kyle of Lochalsh, near the mainland entrance to the bridge. To save some money, I'd advise picking up a Co-op membership card at one of the stores, before you start shopping. The card costs one pound, and it will more than pay for itself. The card is similar to a U.S. supermarket loyalty card.
There are several restaurants in the Broadford area. Almost all require an advance reservation, especially for a party of four. Our favorite Broadford restaurant, Cafe Sia, has closed up shop. However their takeaway, Siaway Fish and Chips, should still be there in July. It's just across the street from the park. If it's a nice evening, you can sit at a bench in the park, and enjoy a fish supper. Just watch out for marauding gulls!
If you're looking for a couple of things to do in Breakish, there is the Well of Maelrubha, which is at the top end of the Breakish Road, just before it turns right to connect with the A87. Turn left at that turn, and look for the fenced and walled in area at the end of that road. The Ashaig Cemetery is nearby, which contains many of the war dead from the two World Wars.
Also nearby is Ashaig Beach, which is a hidden gem. You can reach it from the parking area for St. Maelrubha's Well and the cemetery. It's a tidal beach, so check the tide times before heading out.
Broadford is the turning off point for Elgol, where you can you can take a boat trip out on Loch Scavaig to the jetty at Loch Coruisk. Trips are operated by two companies, Bella Jane and Misty Isle. The Bella Jane folks also offer trips by AquaXplore, to the outlying islands of Soay, Rum, and Canna, with landings on Canna.
There is a cottage hospital in Broadford for any medical needs. Midges could be a problem in July - if they're bad, you may have to keep the windows closed at your lodging.
You'll find lots to do on Skye. There are many good hikes and outdoor activities. Back on the mainland, there are the villages of Plockton and Duirinish, and the Lochalsh Woodland Garden, on the A87, just after Kyle. For a day trip, you could even head over to Lochcarron, and tackle the Bealach-na-Ba.
Will you be taking the ferry from Mallaig, and the bridge back, or vice-versa? Or the bridge both ways? Or the Glenelg-Kylerhea turntable ferry?
Have a wonderful time on Skye!
Very best wishes,
Mike (Auchterless)
