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A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay.

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TV
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay.

A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay.. Ground Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, French Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Nestling on the north shores of Portree Bay, these two-cosy timber-built holiday homes are ideal for a restful getaway on the ever-popular Isle of Skye. The Summerhouse (UK37075) is an upside-down property with a comfortable double bedroom and shower room on the ground floor and a living area with balcony on the first floor taking advantage of the lovely views over Portree Bay. Situated in a quiet residential area of the Island’s capital, Portree, they have wonderful views over Portree Bay. The Chalet (UK37076) is a small comfortable two-person self contained detached flat above the owners garage. Featuring a living/dining/kitchen area with a balcony, an open plan kitchenette, shower room and double bedroom.
A great base for your magical Skye holiday there is plenty to do on the doorstep and beyond; take a boat trip from the bay where you can spot white tailed sea eagles, dolphins, porpoises, whales, and seals or take a walk to the iconic Old Man of Storr at Staffin, a bit further along the road. Portree is surrounded by hills and is the island is a climber and walker’s paradise, with the Cuillin Range and the Trotternish Ridge offering challenging climbs and interesting scrambles. Visit the magical Fairy Pools or Dunvegan Castle and Gardens. Dunvegan is the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland and has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for 800 years. To truly experience the majesty of the scenery, take a boat trip from Elgol to Loch Coruisk, one of the wildest lochs in Scotland set in a beautiful natural amphitheatre flanked by foreboding peaks. A perfect base to enjoy your time on Skye, the properties can be let individually or together for up to four people. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 4 guests.
Free WiFi

Letting Licence No: HI30582F

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

su-UK37075-UK37075

About the neighborhood

Map
Portree

What's nearby

  • Portree Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Somerled Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aros Centre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ben Tianavaig - 8 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Benbecula (BEB) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Isles Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪An Talla Mòr Eighteen Twenty - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antlers Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Arriba - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay. located?

Located in Portree Town, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Portree Harbour, Somerled Square, and Aros Experience. Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre and Sgurr Alasdair are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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A delightful upside down cottage with a balcony to make the most of the views over Portree Bay. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most beautiful place
The property had everything we needed and had a gorgeous view. We did not want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Loved it being upside down. Downstairs did not smell fresh. For walkers, washer/dryer not just a washing machine would be helpful. Freezer compartment in the refrigerator would of been nice. But we enjoyed the stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024