3 bedroom House near Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
New House with Panoramic View of Cuillin Hills
Peaceful Location 20 Minutes Walk from Portree Centre, Ideal Touring Base or Retreat
Sleeps 4 (3 Bedrooms)
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Welcome to our holiday home on the beautiful and historic Isle of Skye. This 2 storey house has electric central heating and is doubled glazed throughout. It provides the ideal base for touring or just cozying up and watching the ever changing vistas. The house has an open south facing aspect with views from all the windows. There is an open plan living area downstairs with LPG gas fire and the upper hall sitting area has a large picture window. There are 2 en-suite bedrooms and the 3rd is adjacent to bathroom with over bath shower. The garage has washing and drying facilities. A patio door leads out from the dining area to a decked area. The garden faces south, adjacent to natural croft land and off-road parking. Portree and its natural harbour is within walking distance and has an excellent range of facilities. Cultural attractions are plentiful and sports enthusiasts are well catered for with walking, climbing, cycling, boat trips. There is something for everyone here in Skye.
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| Rental periods | Weekly Rates for 2009 for 2 People | Weekly Rates for 2009 for 4/5 People |
| 10 January - 10 April 2009 (Low season) | £350 | £450 |
| 18 April - 2 June 2009 (Mid Season) | £450 | £550 |
| 13 June - 12 September 2009 (High Season) | £550 | £650 |
| 12 September - 19 December 2009 (Low Season) | £350 | £450 |
| Easter Week 10 - 18 April 2009 | £550 | £650 |
| Stay of 3 nights or more during low season | £50 per night | £70 per night |
Notes on prices
Rates are in UK pounds for the property.
The above prices DO NOT include stay over Christmas and New Year. Please contact owner for these prices. Weekly rate for 2009 includes linen and towels for 2009. Discount available if using own linen and towels.
Changeover day
Saturday to Saturday but flexible. Please depart by 10:00am on day of departure. Arrival anytime after 3.30pm.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 - ground floor en-suite, 2 singles (or king size), built-in wardrobe. Bedroom 2 - en-suite with king size bed, walk-in wardrobe. Bdrm 3 - twin room with walk-in wardrobe. All have quality mattresses, bedside cabinets and vanity area. |
| Bathrooms: | Bedrooms 1 and 2 en-suites have walk-in shower, basin and wc. Bathroom adjacent to bedroom 3 has feature bath and basin with over bath electric shower. |
| Kitchen: | Electric Neff hob, fan assisted oven, dishwasher and fridge. Microwave, toaster, kettle. Walnut kitchen units with black worktops and breakfast bar. Table and seating for 6 in open plan dining area with patio doors leading to outside decked area. |
| Utility Room: | Leading from the kitchen the garage has a washing machine, freezer and ample drying facilities and shelving. Walking boots and outdoor gear can be stored here and the car can be unloaded here on a wet day! |
| Living Rooms: | Comfortable, spacious light open plan lounge. Two large settees, coffee tables, TV, DVD, selection of games. Feature hole-in-wall gas fire (LPG). Upper hall sitting area 2 easy chairs, stereo/radio, CDs, books, table and unit with information on Skye. |
| Other: | Entrance vestibule with large built-in cupboard with coat hooks and shoe rack. Full length mirror on opposite wall. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Weekly rates for 2009 include towels and linen. Short breaks - guests are requested to bring their own bedlinen and towels. The property is checked weekly and guests are requested to please leave the property clean and tidy. Thank you in advance. |
Notes on accommodation
Full electric total control central heating and double glazed throughout. LPG hole-in-wall gas fire in lounge. We are sorry but the house at present is not fitted out for toddlers/young children and the garden is not enclosed.
No smoking in the house please. We are sorry to stipulate no pets.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating
Accessibility
The house conforms to modern building regulations but has not been adapted for restrictive mobility. It does have an en-suite bedroom downstairs which would be suitable for those who do not wish to use stairs.
Outside
Large open south facing garden area adjacent to natural croft land. Outside decked area and garden chairs in garage. There is also an outside rotary clothes line.
Coast/Beach
The property is one mile (20 minutes walk) from Portree harbour and bay. Further afield there are plenty of beaches (both sandy and shingle) to be found on the Island.
Golf
9 hole golf course at Sconser which is approximately 30 mins by car (13 miles) south of Portree.
Travel
Use of car recommended and essential for touring the island.
Nearest airport is Inverness (2-2½ hours by car). Regular flights south and car hire available.
Nearest train station is Kyle of Lochalsh which is approximately 45 minutes by car.
Distances
Nearest town is Portree the capital of Skye which is 20 minutes walking distance from house, or approx 3-4 minutes by car to centre. Nearest facilities, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cash point and nightlife in Portree.
Kyleakin and the Skye Bridge are approx 45 mins by car.
Uig ferry to the Outer Isles approx 30 mins by car.
Sligachan and access to the Cuillin Hills approx 20 mins by car.
Dunvegan Castle is approx 30 mins by car.
Armadale ferry is approx 1 hr 15 mins.
Booking notes
Stay must be for not less than 3 nights. Payment of the deposit constitutes acceptance of the booking conditions. Deposit required to secure booking is 20% and is non-refundable. The balance must be paid by 8 weeks prior to the start of the your holiday.
For booking and further information
Bill and Margaret Burr
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1330 822 959
Email: Click here
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