2BR/2BA Holiday Rental in Portree for 6 - Renovated Mill Overlooking Bay

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Explore the area

Portree, Scotland

Portree Harbour5 min walk
Somerled Square6 min walk
Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre7 min walk

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Renovated Mill Overlooking Portree Bay, Isle Of Skye

Built over 200 years ago, the house is the main part of Portree's former grain mill on the edge of the village. Above a burn, flanked by beech trees, it is close to the shore and commands fine views across to the Isle of Raasay. Portree is an ideal base for all Skye's attractions: walking; sailing; climbing; wildlife and bird watching. Equally, you can walk straight from the house into the hills or into the village for a lovely meal. The accommodation is flexible, with two bedrooms (one ensuite) on the ground floor and a studio at the top of the building (with a WC). The house is built on three floors linked by a spiral staircase. The middle floor is a very attractive open plan living area with the original mill stone. It has recently been fully renovated and redecorated, including installation of an eco-friendly heating and ventilation system. There is off-street parking beside the building.

Property manager

Finlay MacLeod

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Portree

Located in Portree, this holiday home is by the sea. Raasay House Activities Centre and Raasay Pictish Stone are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portree Harbour and A.C.E Target Sports Skye. Travelling with kids? Consider The Brother's Point and Isle of Skye Oysters.

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Portree, Scotland

What's nearby

Portree Harbour - 5 min walk
Somerled Square - 6 min walk
Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre - 7 min walk
Ben Tianavaig - 8 min drive
Old Man of Storr - 10 min drive

Getting around

Inverness (INV) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

Aros - 4 min drive
The Isles Inn - 6 min walk
The Lower Deck Restaurant, Portree - 5 min walk
An Talla Mòr Eighteen Twenty - 5 min walk
Sea Breezes - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Mill Overlooking Portree Bay, Isle Of Skye pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated Mill Overlooking Portree Bay, Isle Of Skye?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Mill Overlooking Portree Bay, Isle Of Skye?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Mill Overlooking Portree Bay, Isle Of Skye located?

This family-friendly Portree holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Portree Harbour, Aros Experience and Somerled Square. Sgurr Alasdair and Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jolin W.

11 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable house in an excellent location

The Old Mill has been beautifully and thoughtful converted to created an extremely comfortable and cozy place to stay. Furniture, fittings, fixtures, and the kitchen are high quality throughout and the space is well designed to provide a great place to relax, cook, sleep, and generally stay. Location is excellent, right on the edge of Portree so you can walk to the shops, cafés, and sports centre, but in a wooded area next to a stream with superb views. I cannot recommend this property enough, we can't wait to return!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

21 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house

We always travel in a large group and the mill is just right for that. The first floor is a large open space with kitchen, dining area and living room. We have stayed at the mill several times and it has been always great.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

16 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning mill stay

Stunning property, immaculately presented with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Hosts welcomed us just after arrival to check we were settled in ok and offer advice on local trips.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

23 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely converted mill

A lovely holiday cottage well situated near the centre of Portree.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

30 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Cannot fault this place. Great location near centre of Portree, but still feels like it is in its own private little corner. Really interesting layout, has lovely character. Photos don't do justice to the sense of space. Hosts were friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Finlay MacLeod

I am a retired teacher living in Edinburgh. My widowed mother lives in Portree and we find the mill a lovely base for family visits or just a break.

Why they chose this property

Lucy and I have family and friends who live in and around Portree and we stay regularly in the mill. It has become in part a family home for us and as well as a conservation project.
We have owned Number 1, the Old Mill (an Sean Mhuilean) since 2003. We did a lot of work in 2005 changing the layout of the middle floor and installing central heating. In 2012 we carried out further extensive work with 2 new bathrooms on the ground floor and installed an air source heat pump system complemented by heat recovery ventilation. In the long term we will restore the lime mortar pointing on the outside of the building.

What makes this property unique

The mill and the neighbouring cottages were build in 1805. They appear to be the first buildings erected on Scorrybreac Road and were part of an ambitious programme of building by James Gillespie Graham who was Lord MacDonald’s Superintendent of Works. James Gillespie Graham went on to have a very successful career particularly in Edinburgh. There he was responsible for the lay out of much of the later New Town.
Pictures and more information can be seen in the mill.

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