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Tern House, Waternish, Isle of Skye

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Tern House from the rear
Tern House front aspect
Outer Hebridean view
Dining area
Sitting room
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Waternish, Scotland
  • Popular LocationDunvegan Castle11 min drive
  • Popular LocationClaigan Coral Beach34 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoral Beach34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Tern House, Waternish, Isle of Skye

The House
Tern House is a traditional Skye whitehouse, restored and renovated in recent years by renowned highland architects Dualchas. Nestled in the north-west of Skye at the heart of Waternish, it now provides a relaxing island hideaway for up to 6 guests, featuring stunning views across the peninsula to the Outer Hebrides. 
Modern, eco-friendly farmhouse  self-catering in an unforgettable location. The village of Stein with  the Michelin starred Loch Bay restaurant is only an 8 minute walk away.
The Space:
Tern  House features three bedrooms and three bathrooms, all with fitted  showers. One bedroom has a Super King size bed, one has a King size bed,  and the other features two single beds. 
The open plan  downstairs living area sweeps past the Hwam woodburner with adjacent  seating in to the rear kitchen extension. This is via a pair of Harris Tweed curtains which can be closed to provide privacy between the two  areas if required.
The kitchen is equipped with a 5 burner gas  hob paired with an electric Rangemaster oven and has black granite worktops  throughout. Ample quality kitchenware and crockery is provided.
Waternish  was recently connected to Fibre broadband and so Tern House features  download speeds of up to 150mb for home workers or leisurely  surfing/streaming of the internet. Wifi connectivity is strong  throughout the house.
Outside, the raised picnic table area  provides panoramic views down to Stein below and over Northwest to the  Outer Hebrides which are clearly visible on the horizon when weather  allows. This aspect also allows for beautiful sunsets year round as well  as a dramatic outlook to sea no-matter what the weather.
There  is parking for up to three cars and the site also features a small scale  wind turbine which has been erected to provide power for the  development and lower the carbon footprint of Tern House overall.
The Area:
A  8-minute stroll away is Stein, a conservation village which was  designed originally by Thomas Telford as a model fishing village at the  end of the 18th century. Stein boasts the renowned Loch Bay Restaurant,  the only Michelin-starred restaurant on the Island. Along the pretty  terrace, you will also find Skye's oldest pub, the Stein Inn, which  serves good food and local ales.
Waternish is home to a wealth  of beautiful shorelines to walk along, as well as forestry walks where  you can sometimes view amazing wildlife including golden eagles, sea  eagles, seals, dolphins, whales, otters and corncrakes. It also has  several popular visitor attractions including the 5-star Skyeskyns (next  door to the House), Scotland’s only traditional sheepskin tannery and  showroom.
Guest Access:
Guests  shall be able to access all areas of the house plus the outdoor garden  area in front of the house. This features a raised picnic table and  bench from which to enjoy the spectacular views.
EV Charging:
Tern House has a newly fitted 7kW EV chargepoint. Guests are asked to contact their host in advance if they wish to use this. Charges are an additional 50p per kW used, payable to your host after checking out. Ideally, please bring a 5 metre cable (or longer) for easy access.

Sight Seeing:
Tern  House has an outstanding location from which to see Skye's major  tourist sights. Roughly 40 minutes drive to the East is the Old Man of  Storr, Quiraing and Fairy Glen above Uig. 40 minutes drive West will  take you to Talisker Bay, the Distillery and The Fairy Pools. Nearby we  have Dunvegan Castle, The Coral Beach, and Waternish Point which offers  panoramic views of the Outer Hebrides whatever the weather!

Food & Restaurants:
As  well as the Michelin starred Loch Bay restaurant and The Stein Inn  within an easy 8 minute walk from Tern House, we have The Edinbane  Lodge, The Dunvegan, and Greshornish House all offering excellent food  and all within a 15 minute drive from the Tern House, door to door.
Slightly  further afield is The Three Chimneys, at around a 25 minute drive.  Whatever your taste and price point, Tern House and the surrounding area  has an outstanding selection of high quality options for dining out if  desired.

Property manager

Iain Allinson

Languages

English

Amenities

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-30089-F

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this vacation home is in a rural area. Dunvegan Castle and Neist Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Skeabost Golf Course and Portree Harbour. The Shilasdair Shop and Skye Silver Gift Shop are also worth visiting.
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Waternish, Scotland

What's nearby

  • The Shilasdair Shop - 3 min drive
  • Dunvegan Castle - 11 min drive
  • Neist Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive
  • Claigan Coral Beach - 34 min drive
  • Coral Beach - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Three Chimneys - 14 min drive
  • The Old School Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Waterside Cafe Bistro - 10 min drive
  • The Misty - 9 min drive
  • YURTea&Coffee - 2 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the Best on VRBO!
This property did not disappoint! It is even more beautiful than the pictures show. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the kitchen was incredibly well stocked. The hosts were very communicative and very helpful. They helped us plan our days on the island. They also had instructions on how to use different pieces of equipment around the house. The views from the windows are lovely but are equally rivaled by the walled garden from the dining table. We were so sad to checkout!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and location
My family of 4 had a wonderful stay at Tern house. The location is peaceful with great view but only a short walk from the local Inn. The house itself is well presented with high quality furnishings and high spec appliances. The information provided by the owners Caroline and Iain was comprehensive and timely. Would not hesitate to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Iain Allinson

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Languages:

English
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