Title: A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/891bbe39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/5dc0cb42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/12485382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/0bbe732d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/5b12e5dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the scenic west coast of Isle of Skye, Nyumbani is a cozy traditional cottage nestled in its own gardens overlooking Loch Harport. Enjoy the warmth of an open fire in the lounge/dining room or relax with family and friends in a lovely conservatory equipped with a large flat screen TV. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 - 0.5 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 - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### 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 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin Inverness A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Isle of Skye Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye The Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Isle of Skye ## About the area Located in Carbost, a neighborhood in Minginish, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fairy Pools and Fiskavaig Bay, while Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre and Aros Experience are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Minginish travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Minginish.dx916273818738298880) [View more Cottages in Minginish](https://www.expedia.ca/Minginish-Cottages.d916273818738298880-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.30895%2C-6.36756&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2D7cD1hsKuWWMI6oBexbcSoTQVw=) Inverness, SCT ### What's nearby - Talisker Distillery - 1 min drive - 1.7 km - Isle of Skye Oysters - 1 min drive - 2.1 km - Fairy Pools - 8 min drive - 11.9 km - Portree Harbour - 28 min drive - 37.1 km - Dunvegan Castle - 30 min drive - 40.6 km ### Restaurants - ‪Talisker Distillery - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Oyster Shed - ‬15 min walk - ‪Café Cùil - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Old Inn - ‬2 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### 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 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin located? > Located in Carbost, 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 89 8 - Good 39 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 7.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was exactly what we were looking for ##### Alyssa Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tai B. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A quiet house base for exploring. ##### Tai B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. Jun 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! Spent two nights on Skye. Lovely views of the hillsides filled with sheep. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crispin R. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome This house was in a great location. My brother and I stayed there for 2 nights as we explored Isle of Skye we could be happier with the house. 5stars ##### Crispin R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen B. May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay on Skye House was very well priced and the accommodation albeit a little tired possibly reflected this. Location for us good. No check out instructions. Would recommend ##### Stephen B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia D. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### the house was very large this house is not too far off the beaten path and is large and the beds comfortable. Bathroom is a bit dated and the grounds need some up keeping as the grass was very long also the small retaining wall needs some power washing. Mostly the grounds that need to be attended too. ##### Virginia D. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We just loved our stay here. Such a beautiful little house with everything you need for a comfy stay. Lovely little town and great location base for exploring Skye. Can’t fault 10/10 ##### Glenn Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Selena K. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful & beautiful scenery Peaceful, Authentic Escape with Breathtaking Views!Our stay at this remote spot on the Isle of Skye was truly something special. The location was absolutely stunning — surrounded by incredible views of the loche, rolling hills, and open skies. It felt like a true escape from the world, quiet and peaceful, yet close enough to explore Skye’s beauty.What made this place stand out was the authentic, local feel. It didn’t feel touristy or overly polished — instead, it gave us a real sense of life on Skye, which made the experience all the more meaningful and memorable.The space was cozy, comfortable, and perfectly suited for relaxing after a day of exploring. We loved waking up to the views right outside the window — you just can’t beat that.If you’re looking for a genuine, scenic, and unforgettable stay on Skye, this is the perfect place. Highly recommend! ##### Selena K. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret M. Nov 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat Comfortable and peaceful ##### Margaret M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwin C. Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot for a wet and windy break If you are looking for a relatively remote spot with gorgeous views across the loch, this is perfect. The property was warm and cosy, great to hunker down despite the lashing rain and powerful wind outside. A short walk gets you to Talisker distillery, the Old Inn and little local convenience store, so yiu have all you need. Property well equipped and comfortable, great communication with owner - thanks for the opportunity to explores the wilds and wiles of Skye. ##### Edwin C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Wow. Skye is magical and I'm glad we stayed two nights in this house. The view from the windows of the loch and surrounding countryside is unbeatable. So many stars at night. Amazing silence. Friendly neighbors down the street let us feed their sheep. The home was our comfortable base for exploring the Quiraing Road, Mealt Falls/Kilt Rock, Old Man Storr, Portree, and the Fairy Pools. Got up for the sunrise our last morning. Didn't want to leave! Thank you! ![Sunrise](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b7da4d3f-91b9-403d-9355-a03a68dbb442-1746447149175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura G. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house in good location Fantastic space and great base for exploring the island. ##### Laura G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Magdalena S. Dec 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house The house is located in a beautiful place, the house had everything we needed to have good time. ##### Magdalena S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane G. Mar 24, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Isle of skye The house and location were fantastic for everything we wanted to do 😃 ##### Jane G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona M. Jan 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Well equipped, comfortable, warm accommodation ##### Fiona M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet W. May 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious cottage Very large cottage everything you needed . Nice location ##### Janet W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith S. Nov 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A week in Skye The property was spacious, clean and well presented. The enclosed garden was perfect for our dogs and the hard floors were easily kept clean from muddy paws. The location of the property allowed us to visit many places during our stay and the caretakers local knowledge allowed us to find a beach close by for the dogs to play in the water. All in all, an excellent place to be in and be based from. ##### Keith S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander M. Mar 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little Cosy White cottage Cosy cottage that provided us with everything we needed, loved the location with its spectacular views. Nice cosy pub and and handy community shop within walking distance ##### Alexander M. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorraine J. Oct 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### 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 ##### Lorraine J. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eva Marie F. Oct 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Relaxing! This house was the perfect place to stay on Skye. It has the most amazing views and isn't too far from several gorgeous sites (though a car is still a necessity!) An overall magical place and made us feel right at home. The property manager was super attentive, friendly and easy to reach. He also gave us some great recommendations. We will definitely have to come back! ##### Eva Marie F. Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail M. Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Seniors Travel Beautiful place with lots of space and big kitchen. Host gave us lots of directions and lots of info on check in and check out. Easy could have three couples travelling. Only one bathroom though. ##### Gail M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H., Wetumpka, Alabama. USA. Jun 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Isle of Skye Clean and comfortable. Location was great. Amazing views. Perfect base camp for exploring the Isle of Skye. ##### Jason H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle P. Dec 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Property desperately needs updating both of the sofas in conservatory are ripped as were the cushions other then that we enjoyed our stay ##### Michelle P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen S. Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect base I loved the house and the layout. The location was beautiful and peaceful. My only suggestion would be to post a new picture of the front. With the updates you've done to the parking its gard to recognize with the curre t picture. I absolutely loved this place. ##### Colleen S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison M. May 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort in a beautiful location The cottage and gardens may need a little bit of external TLC, but both were an absolute pleasure to spend time in. The cottage had everything we needed and more. It was welcoming and very comfortable. Loved our stay, thank you. ##### Alison M. 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