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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin

Cottage in Minginish with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
On the scenic west coast of Isle of Skye, Nyumbani is a cozy traditional cottage nestled in its own gardens overlooking Loch Harport. Enjoy the warmth of an open fire in the lounge/dining room or relax with family and friends in a lovely conservatory equipped with a large flat screen TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated 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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Inverness, SCT

What's nearby

  • Talisker Distillery - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Isle of Skye Oysters - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Fairy Pools - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Portree Harbour - 28 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Dunvegan Castle - 30 min drive - 40.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Talisker Distillery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Oyster Shed - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Café Cùil - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Caora Dhubh Coffee Company - ‬1 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.

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?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 152 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

This was really pretty and super clean. I’m so thankful for a place to stay where I can do my laundry!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIIRI

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed exploring the rural area. Beautiful views! Not far from Portree.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tai B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet house base for exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Stay on Skye

House was very well priced and the accommodation albeit a little tired possibly reflected this. Location for us good. No check out instructions. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crispin R.

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

awesome

This house was in a great location. My brother and I stayed there for 2 nights as we explored Isle of Skye we could be happier with the house. 5stars
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia D.

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

the house was very large

this house is not too far off the beaten path and is large and the beds comfortable. Bathroom is a bit dated and the grounds need some up keeping as the grass was very long also the small retaining wall needs some power washing. Mostly the grounds that need to be attended too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Carbost Getaway

Lovely, cozy 3 bedrrom home perched high above Carbost and the Talisker Distillery. Had views of the Loch and mountain landscape. We walked to and from the distillery, allow a good 30 minutes each way. Also loved the home's sunroom with view of pasture and sheep. Well equipped with everything you need for cooking. Be prepared with groceries although tiny store near distillery, not sure of hours. Cute inn and pub. Make reservations for tours and dinner. Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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

Excellent location

Well equipped, comfortable, warm accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Lovely house in good location

Fantastic space and great base for exploring the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena S.

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

Beautiful house

The house is located in a beautiful place, the house had everything we needed to have good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

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

Little Cosy White cottage

Cosy cottage that provided us with everything we needed, loved the location with its spectacular views. Nice cosy pub and and handy community shop within walking distance
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lorraine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect location to explore Skye

The property was clean, well equipped and in a great location. A little updating in the furnishings is required but excellent value for money
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Isle of skye

The house and location were fantastic for everything we wanted to do 😃

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Comfort in a beautiful location

The cottage and gardens may need a little bit of external TLC, but both were an absolute pleasure to spend time in. The cottage had everything we needed and more. It was welcoming and very comfortable. Loved our stay, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel C.

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

Short stay on Skye

We had a good time here! The property is big and had all the necessities. It is a very peaceful and beautiful area. The road that leads there is a single lane road, so it was a bit stressful to get there by car, and there is no grocery nearby. It is very easy to get to the Talisker distillery and to the fairy pools from there. Overall, it was an amazing place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S., Basingstoke

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

Lovely place to stay

The bungalow is exactly as listed and is well appointed in a lovely location. We had good communications with the owner and a great chat with the helpful caretaker who lives nearby. Carbost is remote but the village is friendly with a good pub and small community shop. It was warm and draft free despite a very wet and windy week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

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

Fantastic host and caretaker.

The highlight of my stay, despite unforseen issues, has definitely got to be Diana, the owner, and Keith, the caretaker. Both were extremely attentive and easy to chat to and made what could have been a difficult holiday very memorable. Recommended on the welcome and contact availability alone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

alison s.

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

Suited our needs

Beautiful area perfect for us and our dog. The house is spacious and warm with conservatory that heats up in any spells of sunshine. Parts of the property are a bit tired and the bath was out of action but we are told an overhaul is planned this winter, which I am sure will be a great addition. We had a warm welcome and would happily stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David and Cathy S.

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

Spacious Comfy Cottage with Peaceful Views

Views of sheep from conservatory in back (where we spent most of our time) and glorious water views from dining table out front which are not shown in listing but should be! Very comfy well equipped older cottage. Keith was great to chat with. The 4 mile one track road in was slow due to the traffic to the Talisker Distillery but that is no fault of the cottage. Just a fact on Skye!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jann M.

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

Great cottage for location to The Fairy Pools

Fab cottage in great location. Really suitable for walkers as there is a large utility room with plenty hooks for outdoor gear and boots (direct access from outside) Very big property for 6 people with a living room & sun room. Did not get a tv channels ( it might have been us not knowing how) but there was wifi so could watch on line on phone if wanted. Easy to get to Fairy Pools and I preferred the walk from Glenbrittle campside around the bay. Easy to get to Dunvegan & Portree.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Hilda Gaye S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great, excellent views from both the front and back, parking was really convenient, property manager was very nice (showed us a couple of things and gave some insight about hikes in the area). However, if cleanliness is important to you, this might not be the pick. The floors were swept and the counters wiped, but the caulking in the sunroom was moldy, the blinds were broken, towels were old and in poor condition, the bathroom was in very poor condition (window closure was broken and stuck slightly open, the caulk around the tub was missing, mold all around the tub, mold in the window, mold along the trim on the outside of the tub, the floor was squishy and felt rotten, bath tub faucet did not work), all of the carpet was stained and very old. All of the faucets in the house dripped unless you REALLY wrenched on them (which, in turn, made them difficult to open). The cookware was mostly in poor condition and we were really only able to find one useable pan. No handsoap provided in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Courtland

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

Amazing Budget Friendly House

Value for money with this house is awesome! Those negative reviews have to be from people with a champagne taste on a beer budget. Yes it’s an older home, but for the price it is sooo worth it. Great views and the sunroom is a great way to relax and spend windy stormy days. We had a week here and for the price I was AMAZED! The Old Inn in Carbost is a cute little pub close by to see and listen to live music. Fasts in The Isle of Skye Candle Co Welcome center (Portree) is a must. The pizza and scones are superb! If you don’t get check-in instructions, just go to the house. Trust me, the caretaker Keith is either there or close by to help. Skye is small, so just go. I can’t wait to return and I’ll definitely be booking again, maybe 2 weeks next trip if I’m lucky. Thanks for sharing a lovely little cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Not the best experience. We did not receive any information on gaining access to the property until multiple messages through the app had been sent even after check in time had passed. Something went amiss with the hot water tank on our second night (after completing three Scottish versions of “walks”) so we had to sponge bathe. Issue was remedied the next day. Overall, this property is loaded with potential but needs investment of time and money. Didn’t like the note to call someone to announce we had arrived as it seems unnecessary when booked via Expedia/VRBO, plus we didn’t have voice capability on travel eSIMs. Do not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our two night stay here! Walking distance to Talisker distillery, close drive to Fairy Pools. We used it as a base to see other sights on Skye - Quaraing, Kilt Rock and Falls, Old Man of Storr and Portree. The cottage was spacious and comfortable for our group of 5. Lovely views from the cottage as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarvis M.

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

Fantastic!

The house was very roomy and comfortable and had all the amenities we could ask for. It had more than enough room for our family of 5 and great views. Would love to have stayed here much longer than 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025