Entire home

Woodenhouse

Woodenhouse

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Smart TV
Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Overview of Woodenhouse

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Sea viewSea viewSea view

Explore the area

Map
Isle of Skye
  • Popular LocationNeist Point Lighthouse3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunvegan Castle14 min drive
  • Popular LocationClaigan Coral Beach58 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 7
1615 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    1 double bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Woodenhouse

Newly launched for rental, Woodenhouse is a uniquely designed. holiday cottage for families of up to 7 people. Located in North West Skye it is ideally located for foodies, walkers, or simply for those that want a secluded family break in the extraordinary landscape of the Isle of Skye.

Finished with high quality furnishing and fittings, the house exudes a relaxed style, and enjoys a panoramic view over the seascape of north west Skye.
The space
Woodenhouse was designed and built by the owners. Gill and Alan established one of the Highlands most successful architectural practices, whose work is regularly profiled in the press and regularly wins architectural awards.

An open plan living, dining and kitchen space features a panoramic window over an open view of the sea, the cliffs and the distant islands. Summer sunsets are something that memories can be made of. Inside you will find a log burner, built-in fittings, and a fully fitted kitchen. The 4 bedrooms all feature open ceilings , and once again a beautiful view. The bathrooms comprise a downstairs bathroom and an upstairs shower room.

The bedrooms are configured as follows.

2 Double Bedrooms

1 Twin Bedroom

1 Single Bedroom

The house will have all you need for your holiday. WiFi, bluetooth/airplay music system and a large screen Smart TV. Fully fitted kitchen (including dishwasher, full height fridge freezer etc) together with separate laundry cupboard with washing machine and tumble dryer. Towels are provided and the beds have beautiful Egyptian cotton sheets.

We cannot guarantee beautiful sunsets every week, however, the landscape never fails to captivate, whatever the time of year.

A few non-perishable “basics” are provided as a start to your holiday, together with a starter pack of logs, kindling and firelighters for the Woodburner . A small surprise will also be waiting for you when you arrive.

Woodenhouse is purpose designed for families, unfortunately, we cannot accommodate pets. The house is also very strictly no-smoking.

Availability is from Friday- Monday or Monday – Friday only. Entry is any time from 4.00 on the day of arrival.
Guest access
Guests will have Woodenhouse all to themselves. Our other holiday let, a small cottage called the Tinhouse is nearby, however, each cottage retains complete privacy from one another,
Other things to note
Woodenhouse is a unique architecturally designed property. Please look through the photos and decide for yourself if it is age appropriate for small children.

Property manager

Alan and Gill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Skeabost Golf Course and Lochmaddy Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Skye Silver Gift Shop and The Shilasdair Shop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Neist Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Skye Silver Gift Shop - 6 min drive
  • Dunvegan Castle - 14 min drive
  • Claigan Coral Beach - 58 min drive
  • Coral Beach - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Neist Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • The Three Chimneys - 6 min drive
  • Cafe Lephin - 3 min drive
  • Chidakasha Skye - 4 min drive
  • Red Roof Restaurant - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodenhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodenhouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodenhouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Woodenhouse located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Neist Point Lighthouse, Loch Eishort and Skye Silver Gift Shop. Macleod's Tables and Dunvegan Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Seb B.

First time on Skye
Was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
It will be hard to find a better place than the Woodhouse. The house is well furnished, all commodities are available and functional. The view is unbelievable. We loved the place very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for view and comfort
The property is ideal for those seeking the rugged and dramatic seascapes of skye. Would definitely stay here again. 10/10. Just be mindful when planning excursions to plan distance time by car. Skye is bigger than you think. Neist point, coral bay, talisker tour all excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T., Duluth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!
We had the privilege of spending 4 days in Woodenhouse, including my birthday. Each day was a beautiful gift of sunrises, sunsets, rain, and, one morning, a loch filled with fog that slowly dissipated over the course of 2 hours. Since I was generally awake before everyone else I was able to enjoy the peace that this place has to offer while everyone else was asleep in the comfort of their rooms. I highly recommend staying here if you like a place that is off the beaten path and provides solitude. We all loved it! For reference, we were here with 2 people in their 50s, 2 people in there 30s, and a teen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

DUANE m., Quispamsis Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
The property had an amazing view/very clean/ lots of amenities/ great communication with host....highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay with a view!
We stayed at the Wooden House prior to our daughter’s wedding at Dunvegan Castle. The place is beautiful, every amenity you could think of. The view is outstanding with an unbelievable sunset every night. It is in a remote setting, which we wanted but close by is the village of Glendale with groceries, a very nice café and even a local craft market on Tuesday’s. We really didn’t want to leave and would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the listing, if you can believe it
Truly amazing location on the coast of Skye - house was impeccable, with much higher quality and thoughtfulness put into it than most vacation rentals. 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overwhelmed by view and house
Renting from thousands of miles away based on pictures can be a crap shoot. This one exceeded my expectations in every way. The house seems much bigger inside than out. Almost made me want to skip the rest of Skye and sit at house and watch for whales and submarines. Thanks Alan and Gill
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023