Harbour House

On Portree harbour since 1837.

A historic house in an outstanding location

Walk to the village. Park at the door.

Rated Google 5.0/5 · Airbnb 5.0/5 · Booking.com 9.9/10

From £350 per night · Minimum stay 2 nights · Check availability

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Baths

Welcome to Harbour House, a historic home on the harbour, built in 1837 and now offering Portree accommodation for up to six. The front windows look straight out over the bay to Ben Tianavaig, and the shops, cafés and restaurants of Skye’s capital are a few minutes’ walk away. With private parking for two cars opposite the house, it’s an easy base for exploring the whole of the island.

We’re delighted to have received a Booking.com Traveller Review Award for the second year running. A big thank you to all our guests – you can read some of their reviews below.

Book direct on our website and we’ll look after your booking ourselves, with a hamper of local treats to welcome you. When you book, you can also add optional travel protection from XCover.

Booking.com Traveller Review Award 2025
  • The cosy lounge at Harbour House
  • The lovely king size bedroom
  • The woodburning stove is perfect for winter breaks

Absolutely excellent Portree accommodation – spacious, immaculate and the furnishings/ fittings make the house a delight to stay in. Really felt at home and made our trip to Skye all the better!

Sam and family

Watch the comings and goings of Portree harbour from your outdoor table overlooking the bay. Lie in bed and watch the boats come in. Spend cosy nights in by the wood-burning stove, or head out to the shops and restaurants of Portree. This characterful house has it all.

  • Looking through the bedroom window to the harbour
  • A tilly lamp
  • The superking bedroom with sea view
  • Harbour House, Portree accommodation on the harbour front

A brilliant base to return to

After a busy day exploring the island it’s a bonus to come back to somewhere special. Harbour House sleeps 6, and every front facing room has a view to the bay. There’s a large dining kitchen and separate utility room, cosy lounge with wood-burning stove, a games room or second lounge to the rear, and upstairs a UK superking and a UK king-size bedroom overlooking the sea, a twin bedroom to the rear, and two bathrooms, one with shower and one with shower and bath.

This is a beautiful, spotlessly clean and well equipped cottage in the most perfect location. Close by the centre of Portree with access to all amenities but retaining a sense of privacy and quiet. Our three children voted it the ‘best holiday cottage ever’ with extra special marks for the comfiest beds! We will definitely be back

Richard and family
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  • The wood-burning stove in the lounge
  • A cushion in the lounge
  • Whales in the sea off Skye
  • A ship’s light, a nod to the house’s maritime past

Home comforts

A mix of Scandi design and Scottish tweeds are sprinkled with hints of this house’s maritime past. Combine these with great beds, luxurious toiletries, great spaces for relaxing and dining and you’ll find everything you need for an amazing stay.

For nights in you’ll find two internet enabled TVs, a Bluetooth stereo, lots of books and games and of course, WiFi. In the kitchen there is an oven and microwave combi oven and everything you’ll need to cooking-in and in the utility room a washing machine and dryer. There is parking for two cars and an electric charging point in the village. Children are welcome – ask us if you need a travel cot and high chair.

  • The well-equipped dining kitchen
  • King bedroom through the door
  • Al fresco dining overlooking the bay

Look out for eagles over Ben Tianavaig and the bay

Walk from the door around the spectacular Meall, or follow the coast to Scorrybreac looking out for seals and otters on the way. Explore Skye’s largest village of Portree with it’s quaint shops and cafes and restaurants galore. Take a short drive to Kilt Rock, the Quiraing and Old Man of Storr. some of Skye’s most iconic sights, or simply look out of the window and watch the sea.

Amenities

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Sea views

Well that goes without saying! Look out onto the beach from your private table overlooking the bay

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Mountain views

Portree Bay is flanked by magnificent Ben Tianavaig to the south and Suidh Fhinn or Fingal’s Seat to the west. Keep your eyes peeled for eagles

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Lounge with wood burner

Relax in front of the fire with a selection of books, games and DVDs, Freesat TV, Bluetooth stereo or WiFi

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Games room

With table football, a second TV with DVD and comfy sofas this is a great space for kids of all sizes

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Dining kitchen & utility

The large well-equipped dining kitchen has a double oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer and a utility/boot room with washing machine and tumble dryer. We provide details of local suppliers in our welcome pack

bed kingsize double

1 UK superking, 1 UK king-size bed

Upstairs the two largest bedrooms both look out onto harbour. Breakfast in bed with a view

twin beds house cottage

1 twin bed

Not all rooms can be front facing but our characterful twin has its own bathroom opposite to compensate

bath bathtub

Shower room & bathroom

Luxurious toiletries and fluffy hotel towels – perfect for a relaxing refresh after a busy day exploring. Hairdryers are provided in every room

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Near to shops and restaurants

For wonderful seafood and local fare the shops and restaurants of Portree are just minutes’ walk away

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On site private parking

There is parking for two cars opposite the house

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WiFi

High-speed broadband, suitable for most purposes

What our guests say

The house exceeded all expectations, truly. Terrific space, views have to be experienced. This is a special place and we made great new memories.

Jeff

Amazing home! Absolutely charming! Beautifully decorated. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. Comfortable beds and quality linens. Splendid views!

Ellen

Awesome house on the water in Portree – in my opinion, one of the best locations in the area.

Gary

We had a lovely stay in this super comfortable home from home. You couldn’t pick a better spot in Portree for exploring. We would highly recommend

Dan and Carla

Thank you for the use of your beautiful house. We had a fantastic holiday in Portree and the house offered everything we could possibly need. Amazing location, wonderful views and incredibly comfortable house

Anna and family
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  • The second lounge with table football
  • Close up of the superking bedroom with sea view
  • Flowers outside the door
  • The rear twin bedroom

Check availability

Harbour House, Portree · Sleeps 6

Book direct for the lowest price and a welcome hamper of local treats. You can add optional XCover travel protection when you book.

Our check-in days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Staying in winter? Ask about arriving on any day – just get in touch.

For your peace of mind, we recommend that you read our Terms and Conditions before you book.

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Short-term let licence HI-30058-R

Essential Information

Frequently asked questions

About Harbour House – practicalities

Harbour House sleeps 6. The two sea-facing bedrooms have a UK king-size bed and a UK superking bed and to the rear is a twin.

Absolutely. If you need a travel cot or high chair, make sure to note this on your booking form.

Regrettably no. We are unable to accept pets at Harbour House. Verified assistance dogs are always welcome.

Yes. We like cooking and our guests have told us they have found everything they need for catering for 6 for a week. For coffee lovers rest-assured there is a cafetiere too!

There is a shower room with WC and sink and a bathroom with shower over bath, a second WC and sink.

Absolutely. Our minimum stay period is two days.

Our cancellation policy is set out in section 4 of our Terms and conditions. Please read it before you book.

When you book direct on our website, you can also add optional travel protection from XCover, an independent provider. Depending on the cover you choose, it can include cancellation, cutting your trip short, medical costs and lost or damaged belongings. The cover, price and terms are set by XCover, and you’ll see the details before you buy.

They are Monday, Wednesday and Friday. These are fixed and cannot be changed.

You can check in between 4pm and 10pm, and check out is by 10am.

We’re really sorry but because of our housekeeper’s hours it is not possible to change the check in/check out times.

Yes. It’s strong enough for streaming TV and zoom calls.

Yes there is private parking for two cars.

Harbour House is in a conservation area and we are unable to install an electric charge point at the property. Please note – you must not charge your car from a plug socket in the house – our insurance does not cover us for this and the cable would need to go across the road which is a public hazard. There are however charging points in the main car park a short walk away. To see a map of the nearest charging points click here

Yes. There are regular buses from Glasgow and Inverness and local buses on the island. For details and timetables visit Traveline Scotland.

You can find the full terms and conditions on the booking page. Please do read before you book.

There is a no-smoking policy in all our properties. If you smoke outside please dispose of all cigarette butts safely.

Our location on What3words is forklift.staple.crisps – you can take a look by clicking here » We will of course send you directions when you book.

There is a step up to the front door, and the bedrooms are upstairs, reached by a staircase inside. Harbour House may not suit guests who find steps or stairs difficult. If you have any questions about access, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.

  • Shells on the beach
  • Catch the Northern Lights in winter
  • A flock of oystercatchers
  • The steam train from Fort William to Mallaig

About the local area

In the winter months there are often spectacular sightings of the Northern Lights. The best thing to do is download the Aurora Alert app and on a clear night check the aurora forecast. Staffin pier, a short drive up the road is a great place for watching them.

Yes, we leave some recommendations for local walks for you.

Yes there are some incredible wild swimming spots on Skye. Nearby hardy locals use the old slipway by the sailing club on the bay. The beach at Braes is a fabulous spot too.

Yes. There are a number in the village (the nearest restaurant is just a minute’s walk away) and others within a short drive. You’ll find details in our Guide.

Yes, there is a small Co-Op a couple of minutes walk away. There is also a bakery and deli in Portree. The larger Co-Op, butchers and fish merchant are at the other end of Portree, a short drive away.

  • Looking down to the bay from the Meall
  • Looking to the Old Man of Storr
  • Rowing boats in Portree harbour
  • Heron on the rocks by the bay

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