07/10/2026
Want to live & work on Skye in 2027?
Guesthouse Manager – Limestone Cottage, Isle of Skye
We are looking for the right person to become our new Guesthouse Manager at Limestone Cottage, a 3-bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Broadford on the Isle of Skye.
Broadford is a popular base for visitors exploring Skye. We offer a minimum 2-night stay, with a maximum of 2 guests per room.
The position runs from 1 April until 31 October 2027, with the possibility of returning in future years. Our current manager is moving on after two fantastic years, so we are looking for someone who would enjoy becoming part of Limestone Cottage for the season and potentially returning each year.
The role
This is a seasonal, live-in hospitality position suited to someone friendly, reliable and independent who enjoys meeting people and creating a welcoming experience.
The main season is busy, with the guesthouse generally operating at full capacity for 6 nights per week. You will have one dedicated night and following morning off each week.
The owners remain responsible for bookings, guest communications, administration and the wider business, providing support throughout the season. The manager is responsible for the day-to-day guest experience and running of the property.
Your responsibilities
Welcome guests, check them in and show them to their rooms.
Provide information about the guesthouse, their stay and the local area.
Take breakfast orders and arrange breakfast times.
Prepare and serve a simple cooked breakfast alongside continental options for up to 6 guests.
Set up and clear the breakfast room.
Check guests out and prepare rooms for incoming guests.
Clean guest bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas.
Strip, wash, dry and iron bed linen and towels.
Restock guest rooms and breakfast supplies.
Monitor household and food supplies and let the owners know when anything needs replenished.
Deal with day-to-day guest queries and minor issues, contacting the owners when necessary.
Stay overnight at the property whenever guests are staying and be available for emergencies.
Accommodation
The successful candidate will have their own private live-in accommodation at the property, consisting of:
A completely separate bedroom at the back of the property.
Private bathroom.
Use of the kitchen and dining/living room when not required for guests.
WiFi.
Food is not provided, although the kitchen is available for the manager’s own meals when not in use for guests.
No pets are permitted in the accommodation.
The ideal candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
Warm, friendly and welcoming.
Reliable and responsible.
Comfortable working independently.
Organised and able to manage their own time.
Happy with both housekeeping and breakfast preparation.
Comfortable interacting with guests from around the world.
Confident dealing with unexpected situations.
Proud of maintaining a clean, tidy and welcoming property.
Previous experience in hospitality, housekeeping, hotels or B&Bs is preferred, but personality, attitude and reliability are equally important.
What we offer
1 April – 31 October 2027 seasonal employment.
Private live-in accommodation with private bathroom.
WiFi.
A wage well above the current minimum wage. The exact rate will be disclosed during the application process.
One dedicated night and morning off each week during the main season.
Winter months off.
Support from the owners.
The opportunity to return for future seasons.
The chance to live and work on the beautiful Isle of Skye.
This is a great opportunity for someone who loves Skye and wants to spend the summer living in one of Scotland’s most beautiful and popular tourist destinations.
How to apply
Please email your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are the right candidate for the role to:
[email protected]
Applications must include both a CV and covering letter, and at least 2 references.
Couples may be considered, but this is a one-person, one-wage position. Any arrangement involving a couple would be discussed only if both applicants are considered suitable.
Please note: This is a high-commitment live-in position during the main tourist season, and applicants should be comfortable with the responsibility that comes with being the main person on-site.
Applicants need to have right to work in the UK
No sponsorship available.
This will be a self employed position.
