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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Inverness, SCT
  • Popular LocationIsle of Skye Oysters17 min walk
  • Popular LocationTalisker Distillery17 min walk
  • Popular LocationFairy Pools8 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    Bathroom 1
      Bathtub/shower combo

    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 Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin

    Nyumbani is a traditional single storey Skye cottage situated in its own wrap around gardens overlooking beautiful Loch Harport on the stunning west coast of the Isle of Skye. Nyumbani mean 'our home', in Swahili, and this aptly describes this attractive cottage, with its homely lounge/dining room with open fire, deep leather sofas, family sized kitchen and 3 generously proportioned bedrooms. There is a lovely conservatory that provides a second lounge area, with large flat screen TV and DVD. Doors open onto the fully enclosed gardens that surround the property. Bed linen & towels provided.

    Property manager

    Diana Gerrard

    Languages

    English

    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in the cottage: Internet access

    Parking and transportation

    • Car recommended

    Kitchen

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Stovetop
    • Toaster

    Bedrooms

    • 3 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Fireplace
    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • Books
    • DVD player
    • Games
    • Stereo
    • TV with cable/satellite channels

    Outdoor areas

    • Garden

    Laundry

    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Heating

    Pets

    • Pet friendly

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Phone

    Location highlights

    • In a rural location
    • In the mountains
    • Near the bay
    • Near the sea

    Things to do

    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Cycling nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Mountain climbing nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Swimming nearby

    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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

    General

    • 1 unit
    • Garden

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

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

    Pets

    Pets allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    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

    We should mention

    A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

    Property is also known as

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    About the area

    Isle of Skye

    Located in Isle of Skye, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Portree Harbour and Talisker Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fairy Pools and Fiskavaig Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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    What's nearby

    • Isle of Skye Oysters - 17 min walk
    • Talisker Distillery - 17 min walk
    • Fairy Pools - 8 min drive
    • Talisker Beach - 20 min drive
    • Portree Harbour - 23 min drive

    Getting around

    • Inverness (INV) - 180 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Talisker Distillery - 19 min walk
    • The Oyster Shed - 15 min walk
    • Caora Dhubh Coffee Company - 1 min drive
    • Café Cùil - 4 min drive
    • Donald John’s Café - 4 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin pet-friendly?

    Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

    What time is check-in at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin located?

    Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

    Reviews

    9.2

    Wonderful

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 92 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

    9.2/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    9.0/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Darren W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Fantastic host and caretaker.
    The highlight of my stay, despite unforseen issues, has definitely got to be Diana, the owner, and Keith, the caretaker. Both were extremely attentive and easy to chat to and made what could have been a difficult holiday very memorable. Recommended on the welcome and contact availability alone.
    Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

    8/10 Good

    Lorraine J.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Perfect location to explore Skye
    The property was clean, well equipped and in a great location. A little updating in the furnishings is required but excellent value for money
    Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Andrew S., Basingstoke

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Lovely place to stay
    The bungalow is exactly as listed and is well appointed in a lovely location. We had good communications with the owner and a great chat with the helpful caretaker who lives nearby. Carbost is remote but the village is friendly with a good pub and small community shop. It was warm and draft free despite a very wet and windy week.
    Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    David C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Stunning location!
    Spacious cottage located about a mile from Carbost village, sitting above the bank of loch Harport, giving great views of the whole area. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. The beds are, perhaps, slightly lumpy, yet all of our party enjoyed a great night's sleep throughout our week's stay. It provided a great base for exploring the island (cautionary note, if you haven't been to Skye before, allow plenty travelling time, due to single track roads and slow motor homes... e.g. from the cottage to the Fairy Pools' car park is a distance of 7.5 miles, which at worst, took 50 minutes in the car!). We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Skye based at the cottage. It offered a comfortable stay and fantastic value. We would not hesitate to return and highly recommend it to others.
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jennifer S., Courtland

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Amazing Budget Friendly House
    Value for money with this house is awesome! Those negative reviews have to be from people with a champagne taste on a beer budget. Yes it’s an older home, but for the price it is sooo worth it. Great views and the sunroom is a great way to relax and spend windy stormy days. We had a week here and for the price I was AMAZED! The Old Inn in Carbost is a cute little pub close by to see and listen to live music. Fasts in The Isle of Skye Candle Co Welcome center (Portree) is a must. The pizza and scones are superb! If you don’t get check-in instructions, just go to the house. Trust me, the caretaker Keith is either there or close by to help. Skye is small, so just go. I can’t wait to return and I’ll definitely be booking again, maybe 2 weeks next trip if I’m lucky. Thanks for sharing a lovely little cottage!
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Laura G.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Lovely house in good location
    Fantastic space and great base for exploring the island.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Bernard B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Lovely stay
    We enjoyed our stay very much. The accommodation has a lot of space and is equipped with everything you need. The Isle of Skye has breathtakingly beautiful scenery, cliffs, waterfalls and we were lucky enough to see whales, orcas, dolphins and sharks all in one day. We would have liked to stay longer than the week we booked. We definitely recommend this cottage.
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Joseph D V.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Six day stay
    Fernilea home is an older home, but had everything one needs. Being older, not everything is brand-new perfect, but GREAT value for the price. If you need a 4 star hotel, this is not the place for you. If you want a spacious place for great price, quiet and great views, this is it. Tricky to find, and single-track potholed roads can be challenging...but THIS IS RURAL SCOTLAND. It's part of the charm. Others have mentioned steep steps up from parking space and difficult deep bathtub/shower to step into. If you have mobility issues, this is not for you, but the listing clearly indicates same. Read the listing and reviews before you rent! Large graveled parking space at bottom of steps. When finding home do not (as we did) confuse signage for "Tallisker" with signage to "Tallisker Distillery". Travel past the Tallisker Distillery, turn left up the steep hill, then turn at next right. Home is then perhaps 1/2 mile on left, overlooking the loch. Only real negative was tiny refrigerator and no ice-making ability. Central location on island makes sightseeing easy.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

    8/10 Good

    alison s.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Suited our needs
    Beautiful area perfect for us and our dog. The house is spacious and warm with conservatory that heats up in any spells of sunshine. Parts of the property are a bit tired and the bath was out of action but we are told an overhaul is planned this winter, which I am sure will be a great addition. We had a warm welcome and would happily stay again.
    Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Laura T.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family trip to Carbost
    My partner, my mum and my two kids and one of their friends all stayed here for a long weekend. The house was very clean and had everything you needed. I really couldn’t fault it for the price we paid. My only feedback would be to ensure you take an eye mask in the summer as it’s very bright. Thanks for a lovely stay.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023