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The Malthouse, Portree

Waterfront vacation home in Portree with kitchen

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The Malt House, a historic gem in Portree, invites you to experience its unique charm. This 200-year-old upside-down house boasts an airy open-plan living area upstairs and is nestled in a leafy location just minutes from the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Malthouse, Portree

The Malt House forms one wing of Portree's former grain mill. Over 200 years old it is now a grade 2 listed upside down house full of charm and character. The house is an easy 5 minute walk from the centre of Portree with all its restaurants and facilities, yet is situated in a leafy tucked away location. The upstairs living area is light, bright and open plan. The sea is a 2 minute stroll from the house. Portree is the capital of Skye and a great base for exploring all that Skye has to offer.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Cosy Cottage Portree
Cosey Cottage Portree
The Malthouse, Portree Portree
Grade 2 Listed Upside Down House Portree
The Malthouse, Portree Private vacation home
The Malthouse, Portree Private vacation home Portree

About the neighborhood

Located in Portree Town, a neighborhood in Portree, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Aros Experience and Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Brother's Point and Isle of Skye Oysters.
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Portree, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Portree Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Somerled Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sgurr Alasdair - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪An Talla Mòr Eighteen Twenty - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Antlers Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tongadale - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Granary - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Malthouse, Portree pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Malthouse, Portree?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Malthouse, Portree?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Malthouse, Portree located?

Located in Portree Town, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Portree Harbour, Somerled Square, and The Lump. Aros Experience and Portree Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 10 minutes.

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The Malthouse, Portree Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Location, location, location!

The property really is a 5 min walk from town. That was the best part. The info and photos online are dated and because that set expectations, our initial impression was disappointing - which planted a seed of doubt. Thankfully, the TV, mattresses and towels were all fine. Our stay would have also been enhanced by any kind of general info letter. We had to get in touch with the host for the wi-fi code and figure out the systems for ourselves (i.e. the heating -- but once we figured it out, it worked well). They do explain the tricky front door and that's critical. But, they'd do well to upgrade the living room furniture (and all pillows, upstairs and down) or retake the photos to more accurately reflect the unit now. I'd still recommend it for the location though.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Y., Originally from Canada, now lives in Phoexix, AZ

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

Best location on Skye

We really enjoyed our stay at the Malt House. It was a it is described on VRBO. We were a group of 4 and found the upstairs living space and the downstairs bedrooms/bathroom to work great. The Malt House is 5 minutes walking from Portree center. Try Antlers and Sea Breezes for dinner but make reservations. We had outstanding dinners at both restaurants. The Tour Skye, Best of Skye Day Tour was everything you would need to see the sights of the Isle of Syke. It's an incredible island!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Quiet and beautiful.

Beautiful old home that’s both private and steps away from town. Very happy that we chose it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Perfect Holiday Home

The property was a short walk from the local coop, whilst being enough away from the village to be quiet at night! It was cosy and clean, whilst also having plenty of space to relax in. The location made it very easy to explore the isle, with most spots within an hours drive!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rod H., Gower, Swansea, Wales, UK

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

Fab short stay in this lovely Portree upside down house

A very nicely decorated immaculate house with everything needed for a comfortable short stay on the Isle of Skye. Ben and Jane were both very helpful in advance and during our stay, I would strongly recommend this house for a short stay in Portree Which is a great base for exploring the island.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne N.

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

The Malt house

Loved this accommodation. Everything was perfect with lots of little touches that made all the difference to our stay. The cottage was very comfortable and cosy and in a great location to the town. I would definitely recommend this accommodation as a base to explore the beautiful Isle of Skye
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021