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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

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Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Inverness, SCT
  • Talisker Distillery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Isle of Skye Oysters
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Fairy Pools
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Minginish

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, a fireplace and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and a phone are also available.

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
  • ‪Café Cùil - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Caora Dhubh Coffee Company - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Campfire Bar - ‬19 min walk

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

  • 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 (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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?

The closest beach to A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin is Talisker Beach (6.1 km).

Does A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?

No, A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.