Boris, the Military Pod

14/04/2026

We had a cheeky little video taken of Boris' location courtesy of Phil Sharpe. On a clear day you can pick out the Outer Hebrides and the Cuillin Mountains.

23/03/2026

Well, after 6 months of pretty hard work, Ruth and I are delighted to let you all know that Boris is now fully approved and certified and is now listed on Airbnb for bookings from 6th April. Thank you to all those of you who have expressed words of encouragement as we bring Boris back to the Isle of Skye. Please have a look at the listing and share with any friends who you think may be interested. We cannot wait to welcome you
https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/1604380511607950884?check_in=2026-04-06&check_out=2026-04-11&guests=1&adults=1&s=67&unique_share_id=5cec9708-6d22-4a0f-8159-65cbba386b4d

19/03/2026

This is what we had to contend with yesterday evening.

10/03/2026

After many iterations, we have now decided on a new logo for Boris. We hope you like it.

05/03/2026

Tonight's sunset from Boris' decking. Can't wait to welcome visitors to Skye to share this spectacular Island.

06/02/2026

It's been a few weeks since I last posted an update. We've been getting the decking fully finished with anti-slip strips. Also the 'standing stone' has been moved. What's the phrase, if you give me a lever long enough etc. but what a weight to move by hand. It has to be over 300Kg. Anyway it's Boris'd up now and the entrance pathway is done. Will post more soon. There is also a nice view of the Cuillin with the last snow still in place.

02/01/2026

Happy New Year to everyone. Here's to a great 2026, from Mike & Ruth x ps decking is now finished and our lovely Grandson is helping raise the Isle of Skye flag

14/12/2025

Oh, by the way, have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. Hopefully we'll get to meet some of you in 2026.

14/12/2025

I'm cracking on with the new decking as quickly as daylight and weather allow. Now the frame is up, only deck boards, access and handrails to go. Here's hoping for a couple of dry days before Christmas.

02/11/2025

Well I thought that it would be a good idea to keep you informed of the progress on on our Boris overhaul. Although in generally great condition, we decided to replace the the shelving with reclaimed solid oak and repaint throughout. The acrylic skylight suffered with a crack from the stress of the move and has been replaced with thicker, tougher polycarbonate and the picnic bench has been given a makeover which I think makes it really stand out. Since Boris had the fittings it made great sense to install a flag pole which looks great. Updates and more pics to follow.

09/09/2025

I am delighted to announce that Boris the Military Pod has now moved to a brand new home on the Isle of Skye in Kensaleyre, which is between Portree and Uig on the Trotternish Peninsular. Ruth and Mike will be working to get Boris ready for the 2026 season so please spread the word and keep looking at the FB page as we will update them as we go. We certainly hope to maintain the superb standards set by our dear friends Sam and Lynne and look forward to meeting friends of Boris the Pod, new and old in the future

21/05/2024