Snaptrip says
Pebble Cottage in Portree is highly regarded for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-maintained property, the ease of access to local amenities, and the cozy atmosphere. While some minor issues with facilities and maintenance are noted, the overall experience is positive, with special mentions of the property's welcoming details.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Guests consistently describe the cottage as super clean and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The cottage's location is praised for its proximity to Portree town centre and the ease of access to shops, bars, and restaurants, making it an excellent base for exploring the Isle of Skye.
The comfort of the beds and the cozy feeling of the cottage are frequently mentioned, although there is a single remark about a futon being uncomfortable, slightly affecting the score.
While the kitchen and overall upkeep receive compliments, there are several comments about limited kitchen supplies, non-functional appliances, and issues with the TV and WiFi, suggesting room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
There is a mention of welcome treats and local info, which guests found delightful. However, as gifts are not consistently referenced across reviews, it is not possible to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such thoughtful touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This semi-detached, single-storey property sits in the popular town of Portree, just a short distance from a range of establishments, on the scenic Isle of Skye. Approached by a single track, (=Pebble Cottage is a great place to call home for a family of six looking to explore this part of Northern Scotland. Head inside and discover the kitchen, well-equipped with all the mod cons required for home-cooking, whilst the dining area is perfect for hosting mealtimes as a group. After dinner, let the dishwasher do the cleaning up and relax in the lounge, curling up beside the woodburning stove and thinking where next to explore. French doors lead out to the decked area, boasting a covered furniture set that is sure to be appreciated in the summer months. With two ground-floor king-size bedrooms, Pebble Cottage offers guests pleasant rooms to unwind in, with minimal décor and built-in storage space, whilst the snug houses a sofa bed for an additional guest. Choose the contemporary bathroom or shower room to start your day, before heading to a nearby café for some breakfast goodies. Explore the rest of the harbour town and expect to find many restaurants, pubs and shops worth browsing, plus a selection of activities for all ages, ranging from sea kayaking for those adventurous ones, to evening performances at the Aros Centre. Wander around the harbour as you tuck into a fresh portion of fish and chips, taking in the idyllic scenery and colourful buildings. Avid walkers can take to Trotternish Ridge, an area of dramatic and rugged landscapes, whilst Sligachan offers the stunning Sligachan Waterfalls and Red Cullen viewpoint. However you choose to spend your holiday time, return to the delight of Pebble Cottageand recharge your batteries.
Charming Portree, located on the picturesque and serene Isle of Skye, is home to a fantastic selection of stores, hotels, and restaurants. There are several cultural attractions; the Aros Centre is highly recommended due to its schedule of performances in the theatre, concerts, and the cinema. With sea kayaking, rock climbing, and a wide variety of well-marked treks, sports fans are well supplied for as well. The Trotternish Ridge, a 31-kilometer stretch of uninterrupted cliffs with numerous amazing rock formations and pinnacles, has particularly stunning rock formations. Other attractions on this enchanted isle include Dunvegan Castle and the Talisker Distillery Visitor Center.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two king-size bedrooms.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Snug with sofa bed
Gas central heating.
Gas range cooker and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed garden decking with covered seating.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.3 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Old Man of Storr
- Fairy Glen
- Blà Bheinn
- Talisker Distillery
- Applecross Photographic Gallery
- Bealach na Ba Road
Reviews (7)
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Robin
We were able to walk to town and wish the weather was nicer to enjoy the outdoor area. The house had everything we needed! We would recommend 100%!
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Richard
Most of the facilities were excellent, the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped. We did however have an issue with the TV and WiFi. We accept that we are on holiday and therefore shouldnât be watching TV, however we would expect as a minimum that the TV has Freeview. This was unfortunately not the case at this property. An aerial was disconnected from the wall and therefore the TV required the WiFi to use the smart TV services, i.e BBC IPlayer or ITVx or Netflix. This however was impossible as the WiFi was well below 1mb and therefore the streaming services would not work. We had to use our own 4G coverage on our phones which was not ideal either. We rang the Manager of the property to mention these issues and he said that the owners of the property do not watch TV. May we suggest that a simple aerial is connected to the TV so that Freeview can be accessed or, if possible the WiFi is upgraded so that the streaming services work. The WiFi is too slow for anyone to use.
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Aaron
When we arrived we actually wanted to spend time in the place over exploring because it was so clean, updated and welcoming. We really appreciated all the small details, welcome treats and local info. Skye is an amazing place and we couldnât speak more highly of this accommodation!