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 manager
Diana Gerrard
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
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
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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 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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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the area
Inverness, SCT
What's nearby
Isle of Skye Oysters - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Talisker Distillery - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Fairy Pools - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
Talisker Beach - 19 min drive - 7.2 km
Portree Harbour - 23 min drive - 29.7 km
Restaurants
Talisker Distillery - 19 min walk
The Oyster Shed - 15 min walk
The Old Inn - 2 min drive
Café Cùil - 4 min drive
Bog Myrtle Skye - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
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?
Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 118 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 118 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 118 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Michelle P.
27 Dec 2024
Lovely stay
Property desperately needs updating both of the sofas in conservatory are ripped as were the cushions other then that we enjoyed our stay
Michelle P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret M.
14 Nov 2024
Peaceful retreat
Comfortable and peaceful
Margaret M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eduardo O.
23 Jul 2024
Wonderful house and wonderful place
The place is incredibly beautiful, and Diana, the guest, was very helpful
Eduardo O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Anja W.
26 Sept 2024
Wonderful Isle of Skype
Nice view from the cottage, close to the talisker destillery and to the wonderful fairy pools
Anja W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marie-Eve D.
26 Jul 2024
Great stay in Carbost
We had a great time staying at this cottage. We had everything we needed and the village is gorgeous.
Thank you!
Marie-Eve D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keith S.
2 Nov 2024
A week in Skye
The property was spacious, clean and well presented. The enclosed garden was perfect for our dogs and the hard floors were easily kept clean from muddy paws.
The location of the property allowed us to visit many places during our stay and the caretakers local knowledge allowed us to find a beach close by for the dogs to play in the water.
All in all, an excellent place to be in and be based from.
Keith S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eva Marie F.
13 Oct 2024
Cozy and Relaxing!
This house was the perfect place to stay on Skye. It has the most amazing views and isn't too far from several gorgeous sites (though a car is still a necessity!) An overall magical place and made us feel right at home. The property manager was super attentive, friendly and easy to reach. He also gave us some great recommendations. We will definitely have to come back!
Eva Marie F.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gail M.
16 Sept 2024
Seniors Travel
Beautiful place with lots of space and big kitchen. Host gave us lots of directions and lots of info on check in and check out. Easy could have three couples travelling. Only one bathroom though.
Gail M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Rachel C.
21 Sept 2024
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!
Rachel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fiona M.
2 Jan 2024
Excellent location
Well equipped, comfortable, warm accommodation
Fiona M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Colleen S.
24 Sept 2024
Perfect base
I loved the house and the layout. The location was beautiful and peaceful. My only suggestion would be to post a new picture of the front. With the updates you've done to the parking its gard to recognize with the curre t picture. I absolutely loved this place.
Colleen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Teresa H.
17 Nov 2024
Almost great...
Nice property in the beautiful scenic Skye!! However, we got the impression that the host's property keeper wasn't quite ready for us. There was a mattress propped up against one of the dressers and the packaging/plastic cover was in another bedroom on the floor.
Teresa H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
29 Aug 2023
Lovely house in good location
Fantastic space and great base for exploring the island.
Laura G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet W.
19 May 2023
Spacious cottage
Very large cottage everything you needed . Nice location
Janet W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Lorraine J.
21 Oct 2023
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
Lorraine J.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelli and Petr J.
14 Mar 2024
Great place to stay
As the headline for the listing says, it was a perfect base for our exploring the Skye.
Keith was responsive when we needed him. The house was clean, warm, cozy, provided all we needed for our stay, and offered an amazing view of the loch and surrounding mountains.
We really enjoyed the Old Inn just a mile away and the Talisker distillery visit.
Kelli and Petr J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexander M.
18 Mar 2023
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
Alexander M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Magdalena S.
28 Dec 2022
Beautiful house
The house is located in a beautiful place, the house had everything we needed to have good time.
Magdalena S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Trudi B.
21 Apr 2024
Quiet base for a few days on Skye
Lovely conservatory - spent most of the time in there. Spacious and well equipped kitchen. Good to have separate dining room. Plenty of storage space throughout. Really helpful to have parking in front.
Trudi B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason H., Wetumpka, Alabama. USA.
7 Jun 2023
Isle of Skye
Clean and comfortable. Location was great. Amazing views. Perfect base camp for exploring the Isle of Skye.
Jason H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison M.
13 May 2023
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.
Alison M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Hans and Annette D.
19 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
This home has good location with great views. Neighbours are very close by though. Loved the washer and dryer; so practical! Place needs some deep cleaning and new couches but overall, it’s very large and comfortable. We loved sitting in the sunroom playing Trivial pursuit so thanks for thé games. We got instructions from Keith for the tv and worked well. Great meal at the Old Inn pub, just down the road.
Hans and Annette D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bernard B.
20 Aug 2023
Lovely stay
We enjoyed our stay very much. The accommodation has a lot of space and is equipped with everything you need. The Isle of Skye has breathtakingly beautiful scenery, cliffs, waterfalls and we were lucky enough to see whales, orcas, dolphins and sharks all in one day. We would have liked to stay longer than the week we booked. We definitely recommend this cottage.
Bernard B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S., Basingstoke
14 Oct 2023
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.
Andrew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jane H., Calgary
20 Jul 2016
One of the best we've stayed at!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this place. We have stayed at quite a few VRBO's and the ranks up there as one of the best! Great location and very well appointed. We had all the tools and facilities that a self catering place needs. The sun room was our favorite place to hang out after a day of exploring Skye. Thanks to Diana and Keith for a great place!