Guests say
Amber's Cottage in Portree offers a cosy retreat with stunning sea and mountain views. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, pet-friendly garden, and the tranquillity of its location. While some find the cottage charming and well-equipped, others suggest it could benefit from updates and maintenance. The absence of Wi-Fi is noted, but many guests embrace the opportunity to disconnect and enjoy the natural beauty of Skye.
The majority of guests report the cottage as very clean, with a few noting a smell of damp and the presence of mould in some areas. The high standard of cleanliness is frequently mentioned, indicating that the property is well looked after by the cleaning staff.
The location is highly praised for its exceptional views and peaceful setting, with easy access to local walks and attractions. The proximity to the beach and the friendly community are frequently mentioned as highlights, contributing to the property's appeal.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, though some reviews suggest the furniture and amenities could be updated for enhanced comfort. The garden's security for pets is appreciated, but the lack of certain comforts like cushions or rugs is noted.
While the kitchen is generally well-equipped, some guests mention blunt knives, a lack of crockery, and poor water pressure in the shower. Maintenance issues like leaks and mould are pointed out, indicating a need for attention to the property's upkeep.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Staffin 1 mile. This pretty detached, whitewashed stone cottage is in a private, elevated setting, one mile from the village of Staffin, on the Isle of Skye. Boasting breathtaking sea and mountain views, this lovely single-storey cottage is situated within walking distance of village shops, plenty of places to eat close-by, a sandy beach and a community centre with a licensed restaurant. This cosy cottage is ideal for a small family or group of friends who want to soak up the wonderful views from their own wee cottage, as well as being close to some exceptional mountain walks. Amber's Cottage has two bedrooms, a shower room and a comfortable sitting room with an electric stove-effect fire, along with a spacious fitted kitchen/diner and a large porch, where you can store walking boots and coats after a day out and about exploring this wonderful island. The impressive Quiraing Mountains form a dramatic backdrop to the village of Staffin, where you can spot eagles soaring overhead. Just a short walk from the cottage takes you down to the shoreline and the sandy beach, from where will see some remarkable footprints left by dinosaurs that walked across the sand here some 165 million years ago!
Staffin Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the Isle of Skye due to its incredible and unique black sand as well as the famous dinosaur footprints revealed at low tide; it is also easy to reach from the cottage, lying just a short drive or wonderful walk away, which just adds to its appeal! The Isle of Skye has so much to offer visitors and the capital town of Portree provides a great selection of lively pubs, shops and restaurants. The world famous Dunvegan Castle is also well worth a visit, as is Skye's only Distillery at Talisker. For the wildlife spotter, whether on land, in the sea or in the air, there's never a dull moment with eagles, whales, deer and otters to spot in the area. Your charming cottage is a welcome base after a days walking or sightseeing. EPC Rating: Band F
The crofting village of Staffin is situated in a coastal location, on the northern half of the Isle of Skye. Overlooking Staffin Bay and Staffin Island, this village has shops, pubs and a sandy beach. The town of Portree, the largest on Skye, is 17 miles down the coast, and there's a number of walks available in the area.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with electric stove-effect fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven with gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Enclosed lawned garden.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 5 mins walk, plenty of places to eat close-by, pub 4 miles.
Beach 5 mins walk.
Note: The access road up to the cottage needs to be driven with care.
Please note that due to location there is a poor phone signal and the TV signal can be intermittent.
Please note: This property does not have WiFi.
This property accepts a minimum stay of 4 nights.
Nearby points of interest
- Quiraing
- Fairy Glen
- Old Man of Storr
- Skye Museum of Island Life
Reviews (43)
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Paulette
It also has mould in bathroom and some of the floors need attention as the Lino has big holes in it. Also mouse droppings Iâm living room. If you can put up with above ok for short stay
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Sheila
Verder was de ontmoeting met het huis een grote teleurstelling en vervolgens verontwaardiging. Cottage slecht onderhouden en de prijs is niet in overeenstemming met de kwaliteit. Sleutelkkuisje zee4 moeilijk open te krijgen.Schimmel in badkamer en ramen. Veel ramen kunnen niet open. Veel vlokken stof. Kapot zeil op de vloer, geen eethoek en opklaptafel is kapot. Slechte douche. Keuken oud en versleten. Huis verdient een goede opknapbeurt. Prijs moet drastisch omlaag!
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Martin
However, if you are looking for a Base from where you can visit many of Skyes attractions then this cottage is certainly that. It was warm and tidy, and has most amenities you need. For us the thing that was missing was a freezer. There are only two small shops with limited goods, yet only a few miles away there were a lot of shops, a freezer would have meant we could have stocked up. We have seen other comments but for us Amber's Cottage was a great place, quiet, peaceful and has some breathtaking scenery.