Gillean (the gylls or hollows) Until the mid 18th century, Gillen was part of the township of Tarskavaig mor, along with Achnacloich. It was then let to three tenants. By 1800 it was let on a tack or lease. .The house was built in the early 1800s by Dr Alasdair MacDonald (An Dotair Ruadh), the first tacksman.. The kitchen of the farmhouse was a famous venue for kitchen ceilidhs and dances.
