Title: A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Cottage in Minginish with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin (Inverness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/5b12e5dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin (Inverness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/0bbe732d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin (Inverness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/5dc0cb42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin (Inverness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/891bbe39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets - A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin (Inverness)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19640000/19639400/19639302/12485382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage 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 transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### 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 - Barbecue grill - 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 (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 ## Similar properties ![Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24450000/24442600/24442533/7f9a8519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loch Eyre Cottage Skeabost - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=24442533&PinnedHotelID=24442533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118480000/118470100/118470098/19863880.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 3-bedroom cottage in Aird of Sleat with ocean-view and WiFi. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 Registration Number HI-31334-F ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin Inverness A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Inverness Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin House Perfect Base Exploring Skye Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Isle of Skye Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye The Cuillin A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Cottage A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Isle of Skye ## About the area Located in Carbost, a neighbourhood in Minginish, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach, while Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre and Aros Experience are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. [Visit our Minginish travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minginish.dx916273818738298880) [View more Cottages in Minginish](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minginish-Cottages.d916273818738298880-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.30895%2C-6.36756&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2D7cD1hsKuWWMI6oBexbcSoTQVw=) Inverness, SCT ### What's nearby - ![Talisker Distillery showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168050/c6f1dce7-cc70-4426-bb72-66f1024ef180.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Talisker Distillery 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Fairy Pools Scotland ; Shutterstock ID 192551468; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974650947/d0dbf5b2-fcbc-4dad-9b2f-447cfe87d7f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fairy Pools 10 min drive \- 7.2 miles - ![Portree Harbour which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168062/39ba319a-62f3-4297-8e53-a4fc00cd47eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Portree Harbour 30 min drive \- 22.9 miles - ![Dunvegan Castle featuring heritage architecture, a castle and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088957/46165962-0096-42a5-87e0-7625dc81c6c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dunvegan Castle 35 min drive \- 25.1 miles - Isle of Skye Oysters 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Restaurants - The Oyster Shed 15 min walk - Talisker Distillery 19 min walk - The Old Inn 2 min drive - The Three Chimneys At Talisker Distillery 18 min walk - Café Cùil 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin? ### What time is check-in at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin? ### What time is check-out at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin? ### Where is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 98 8 - Good 44 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarvis M. 24 Jul 2025 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. ##### Jarvis M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eduardo O. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crispin R. 9 Apr 2025 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 ##### Crispin R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona M. 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Well equipped, comfortable, warm accommodation ##### Fiona M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret M. 14 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat Comfortable and peaceful ##### Margaret M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anja W. 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorraine J. 21 Oct 2023 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 ##### Lorraine J. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwin C. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot for a wet and windy break If you are looking for a relatively remote spot with gorgeous views across the loch, this is perfect. The property was warm and cosy, great to hunker down despite the lashing rain and powerful wind outside. A short walk gets you to Talisker distillery, the Old Inn and little local convenience store, so yiu have all you need. Property well equipped and comfortable, great communication with owner - thanks for the opportunity to explores the wilds and wiles of Skye. ##### Edwin C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gail M. 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eva Marie F. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Kelli and Petr J. 14 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Keith S. 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Jennifer M. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Wow. Skye is magical and I'm glad we stayed two nights in this house. The view from the windows of the loch and surrounding countryside is unbeatable. So many stars at night. Amazing silence. Friendly neighbors down the street let us feed their sheep. The home was our comfortable base for exploring the Quiraing Road, Mealt Falls/Kilt Rock, Old Man Storr, Portree, and the Fairy Pools. Got up for the sunrise our last morning. Didn't want to leave! Thank you! ![Sunrise](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b7da4d3f-91b9-403d-9355-a03a68dbb442-1746447149175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachel C. 21 Sept 2024 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! ##### Rachel C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernard B. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Colleen S. 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Trudi B. 21 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Andrew S., Basingstoke 14 Oct 2023 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. ##### Andrew S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hans and Annette D. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: 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 #### David and Cathy S. 8 May 2024 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! ##### David and Cathy S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jann M. 15 Jun 2024 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. ##### Jann M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning location! Spacious cottage located about a mile from Carbost village, sitting above the bank of loch Harport, giving great views of the whole area. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. The beds are, perhaps, slightly lumpy, yet all of our party enjoyed a great night's sleep throughout our week's stay. It provided a great base for exploring the island (cautionary note, if you haven't been to Skye before, allow plenty travelling time, due to single track roads and slow motor homes... e.g. from the cottage to the Fairy Pools' car park is a distance of 7.5 miles, which at worst, took 50 minutes in the car!). We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Skye based at the cottage. It offered a comfortable stay and fantastic value. We would not hesitate to return and highly recommend it to others. ##### David C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in this charming and cozy house on the Isle of Skye for four days, using it as a home base while exploring the entire island each day. The service was seamless, and the host was incredibly understanding and responsive. Located not far from the Talisker Distillery, the home offers breathtaking views overlooking the Loch, with plenty of friendly sheep adding to the idyllic atmosphere. If peace and tranquility are what you seek, this is the perfect place to stay. While there is a small community store with limited hours nearby, it's important to note that the closest town with shops and dining is about a 20–30 minute drive. This remoteness adds to the charm but is something to keep in mind for planning meals and supplies. With three bedrooms, one bath, and a bonus area, the home met our needs comfortably. We encountered a few hiccups with the heating, but the host promptly answered our call and informed us about a small heater, which we used in the common space, and we made it work. We also appreciated having a washer and dryer to refresh our clothing for the rest of our journey. There appears to be some mold starting in the laundry room, but it’s being addressed. A dehumidifier is available to help combat the damp atmosphere, which is helpful in this climate. Overall, this home provided a warm and peaceful retreat in one of Scotland’s most stunning landscapes. I would stay here again. ##### Julie Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S., Courtland 24 Sept 2023 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! ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph D V. 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Six day stay Fernilea home is an older home, but had everything one needs. Being older, not everything is brand-new perfect, but GREAT value for the price. If you need a 4 star hotel, this is not the place for you. If you want a spacious place for great price, quiet and great views, this is it. Tricky to find, and single-track potholed roads can be challenging...but THIS IS RURAL SCOTLAND. It's part of the charm. Others have mentioned steep steps up from parking space and difficult deep bathtub/shower to step into. If you have mobility issues, this is not for you, but the listing clearly indicates same. Read the listing and reviews before you rent! Large graveled parking space at bottom of steps. When finding home do not (as we did) confuse signage for "Tallisker" with signage to "Tallisker Distillery". Travel past the Tallisker Distillery, turn left up the steep hill, then turn at next right. Home is then perhaps 1/2 mile on left, overlooking the loch. Only real negative was tiny refrigerator and no ice-making ability. Central location on island makes sightseeing easy. ##### Joseph D V. 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