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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin
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8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Highlights
- Room to spread outEnjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
- Barbecue grillA rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Explore the area
Inverness, SCT
- Talisker DistilleryPlace, Talisker Distillery1 min drive
- Isle of Skye OystersPlace, Isle of Skye Oysters2 min drive
- Portree HarbourPlace, Portree Harbour33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number HI-31334-F
Property # 1087426
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
About the area
Minginish
Located in Carbost, a neighbourhood in Minginish, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach, while Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre and Aros Experience are cultural highlights. Isle of Skye Oysters and Aros Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Inverness, SCT
What's nearby
- Talisker Distillery - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
- Isle of Skye Oysters - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Fairy Pools - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
- Portree Harbour - 33 min drive - 37.1 km
- Dunvegan Castle - 36 min drive - 41.6 km
Restaurants
- The Old Inn - 2 min drive
- Café Cùil - 4 min drive
- Talisker Distillery - 19 min walk
- Caora Dhubh Coffee Company - 1 min drive
- Bog Myrtle Books And Cafè - 14 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.
How much is parking at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?
On-site parking is available at the 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?
Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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