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A HISTORIC HOUSE IN AN OUTSTANDING LOCATION

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Baths
4 Beds
Pet friendly

Absolutely excellent 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 bars and restaurants of Portree. This characterful house has it all, and dogs are welcome by arrangement too!

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  • A comfortable double bed with hotel quality linens
  • The lovely king size bedroom
  • The shore at low tide

EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A MEMORABLE STAY

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

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

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  • Attention to detail in the decor
  • A tilly lamp
  • The superking bedroom with sea view
  • Great spots for swimming including the beach at Braes

LOOK OUT FOR EAGLES OVER BEN TIANAVAIG AND THE BAY

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

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 Quirang and Old Man of Storr. some of Skye’s most iconic sights, or simply look out of the window and watch the sea.

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  • Wood burner
  • Rabbit cushion
  • Whales
  • Ships light

A BRILLIANT BASE TO RETURN TO

Hey I just wanted to say WOW we loved the house. Fabulous location and perfect for our break. I can’t wait to visit again

Trish and friends

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 superking and kingsize bedroom overlooking the sea, a twin bedroom to the rear, and two bathrooms, one with shower and one with shower and bath.

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  • The well-equipped dining kitchen
  • King bedroom through the door
  • A great shower, perfect after a day's exploring

Amenities

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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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Dogs Welcome

We welcome two well-behaved dogs by arrangement and for a small fee. Downstairs only please and not on the sofas!

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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

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1 Superking, 1 King Bed

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

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Shower Room & Bathroom

Luxurious Arran Aromatic 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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WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN AND UTILITY ROOM

The kitchen has a double oven and microwave, dishwasher and large fridge freezer and you’ll find everything you need for dining-in. We can provide a list of local suppliers too. In the utility room is a washing machine and tumble dryer

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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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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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1 Twin Bed

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

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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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WiFi

Superfast broadband hasn’t quite reached Skye yet but the WiFi is strong enough for most purposes

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On site Parking

There is parking for two cars opposite the house

PAMPERED POOCHES AND OTHER DETAILS

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

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. We also welcome up to two dogs by arrangement as long as they stay downstairs only and aren’t allowed on the furniture.

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  • The second lounge with table football
  • A well-equipped kitchen for dining in
  • Flowers outside the door
  • Harry the duck

Essential Information

Frequently Asked Questions

About Harbour House – practicalities

Harbour House sleeps 6. The two sea-facing bedrooms have a kingsize bed and a 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.

Yes we accept up to two well-behaved dogs, over one year old, for a small fee. You can add them on your booking form. They must stay in the downstairs areas only and must not go onto the furniture. We reserve the right to charge any fees for damage and extra cleaning if needed. See our terms and conditions.

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.

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

You can check in from 4pm onwards and check out is at 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.

  • explore the beaches
  • Skye, the perfect place for romance
  • 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
  • Dining for two, inside or out
  • Your own private space
  • Heron on the rocks by the bay

Harbour House, Portree.
Sleeps 6.

Our check in days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday but we may be able to offer some flexibility in winter. Do get in touch with any requests.

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

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