77/78 Aird

About this property

Portree 8 miles. A charming traditional stone cottage with stunning loch and mountain views, situated in a quiet and friendly crofting community. This cottage has a mature and pretty garden and would suit a family or small group of friends who want to explore this magical island, whilst enjoying the peace, tranquillity and diverse wildlife the Isle of Skye has to offer. This spacious cottage is very well equipped and still retains some lovely original features, whilst also offering guests the convenience of modern additions such as WiFi. The cottage has two cosy bedrooms with sloping ceilings and original wood-lined walls, perfect for a comfy night's sleep after a busy day exploring the area. A warm and welcoming sitting room offers guests a vast selection of books and a comfy space to read them in. The kitchen and dining area are spacious and well-equipped and the picture window provides stunning views out over the loch to the mountains beyond. This Isle of Skye cottage also benefits from a wooden summerhouse in the garden, a beautiful place to sit and read whilst gazing out across the loch and perhaps sipping a pre-dinner drink. The vibrant town of Portree is just 8 miles away and offers guests a choice of shops, restaurants and lively pubs. A short drive will bring guests to the famous village of Dunvegan with its stunning castle, well worth a visit whilst discovering the area. The Isle of Skye has something for everyone and the scenery is breathtaking whether viewed on foot, by bike, car or sea! This Portree cottage is the perfect setting for a holiday to this beautiful island at any time of year.

The natural harbour is the stunning backdrop of Portree, which boasts a tremendous variety of shops, restaurants and hotels. The Aros Centre hosts a number of events such as cinema, concerts and theatre. If outdoor activities are the order of the day then these are well catered for with plenty of walks, climbing and kayaking opportunities within stunning scenery. Trotternish Ridge is a magnificent rock formation that stretches continuously for 31km and offers both novice and more challenging climbing opportunities. For more gentle pursuits, visit the Talisker Distillery Visitor Centre or Dunvegan Castle. The Museum of Highland Life gives visitors a chance to see how the region has changed over the centuries and the Flora MacDonald monument at Kilmuir is well worth visiting. Portree has so much to offer holiday makers whatever their idea of a perfect holiday may be. It is a fabulous location for all year round enjoyment.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area.

Sitting room with electric stove.

Second sitting room.

Oil central heating with electric stove in sitting room.

Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV for DVDs only, DVD, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed front garden with wooden summerhouse.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 8 miles, pub 1 mile.

Coast 8 mins walk.

Note: There is no TV signal at this property.