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Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland

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Carndubh, 1 William Street, Dornie
Dining area and kitchen
Master bedroom
Upstairs twin room
Upstairs' bathroom - shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dornie, Skye & Lochalsh
  • Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Skye Bridge
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Plockton Harbour
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland

Upstairs: master bedroom - 1 king-size bed, bedroom 2 - 2 twin beds, living room, main bathroom - shower and bath.

Downstairs: bedroom 3 - 2 twin beds, bathroom 2 - shower. Kitchen - dishwasher/fridge/5 ring gas hob/2 electric ovens and a grill. Utility room - fridge freezer/washing machine/sink, toilet.
No pets. No smoking.

Property manager

Ian MacKenzie
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly, no pets allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly No smoking
Guests must take reasonable and proper care of the property and its contents and leave them in the same condition as they find them on arrival.
The nominated party leader is responsible for the property/contents during the stay and must notify the owner of, and may be liable for, any damage.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number Licence No. HI-10820-F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kyle

Located in Kyle, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glas Eilean and Glen Shiel, while Giant MacAskill Musuem and Applecross Photographic Gallery are cultural highlights. Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Dornie, Skye & Lochalsh

What's nearby

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Loch Carron - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Skye Bridge - 16 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Plockton Harbour - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive - 60.1 km

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shielshop & FiveSisters Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Manuela's Wee Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chocolates of Glenshiel - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Holiday Cottage, Dornie, North West Highlands, Scotland located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Eilean Donan Castle and within 9 miles (15 km) of Glas Eilean and Glen Shiel. Skye Bridge and Loch Carron are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfull

Perfectly located at the gateway to Skye, the small town of Dornie has two places for dinner, a beautiful trail at the end of the street, and its own personal castle the Eilean Donan. The house itself is put together in a very modern and convenient way, the beds were comfortable and everything was very clean. Quiet and great views all around.Great stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artemiy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing stay in Dornie! The cottage is perfect size for our large family of 6, everything is very clean. As American I appreciate having a washer AND a dryer on the property :) We stayed for 5 nights and mostly explored Skye, but on one rainy day we stayed in and relaxed, played games and it was so relaxing. The view is amazing. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and clean

Well sized rooms. Efficient design. No fuss central heating system. Good quality appliances with accurate information in well constructed folder.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautify Location and Very Roomy

We loved our stay here. Check in was a breeze and the owner was very responsive. The house is immaculate and very comfortable. There was a great view of the loch and a short walk to the pub. I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property in a beautiful part of the world

This is an area of Scotland that we have visited many times and it never fails to amaze me The cottage was spotlessly clean and is beautifully decorated. It has all the facilities you need for your stay The views from the cottage over the loch are truly amazing A lovely place to unwind Highly recommended, Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great floorplan - very clean and thought of everything!

Great property for 3 adults and 3 kids. Plenty of space for everyone, huge kitchen and washer & SEPARATE dryer that actually works (not a combo unit that leaves your clothes wet). Very close to the castle and easy drive to Skye. Loved our stay. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and relaxing location

We had a great vacation in the cottage. The location is unbelievable--looking out on a quiet loch, yet only minutes from the best castle in the region. The cottage had everything in the kitchen we could need, and the beds were comfortable and cozy. Ian, the host was very helpful in communicating, though we had no problems that needed attention. Mark & Alistair.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location

Ian the host is extremely helpful and communicative. The cottage is perfectly located for the mainland and Skye, and is warm, cosy and well equipped. You could spend a couple of weeks just watching the light change on the loch outside the window.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highland Heaven

We enjoyed 10 days in this wonderful house. Beautiful scenery from the home. Lake view was stunning. Quaint village with friendly people and fun pub, all within walking distance. Would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to the Highlands. Convenient to Skye.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful "Cottage" in the Highlands

The house in Dornie far exceeded our expectations. The house is large and lovely, with a great view out the windows on the front of the house. We found the house to be very clean, organised, well outfitted, and located in wonderful surroundings. We especially appreciated the detailed instructions about anything we needed to use in the house (washer, dryer, heating, dishwasher, etc.) Being based in Dornie is a great place when you are planning to explore the Isle of Skye. We definitely recommend walking to The Clachan (about a 5 minute walk from the house). The Clachan is a great pub! We are already talking about visiting Scotland again. We would love to stay in the Dornie cottage again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My dream holiday in the highlands of Scotland

Ian’s home was absolutely beautiful with an even better view of the loch. The neighborhood and small village of Dornie were quaint & peaceful with friendly folk. It was an easy drive to The Isle of Skye and nearby towns. If you did not want to travel around, you could be content just strolling the lovely lane along the loch or listen to the sheep calling to their babies or simply enjoying the amazing views outside any of the windows of Ian’s home. I highly recommend this property!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vicky E.

Perfect find in a beautiful location

This cottage was even better than we anticipated or had seen online. It is a huge home and was just perfect for the six of us. The location is so beautiful and serene and is a great base for exploring Isle of Skye and the Highlands. We enjoyed lots of walks around there area. The Clachan restaurant nearby was excellent and coffee at the Old School Gallery was spot on! Washing machine and a dryer and drying room were very welcome as we had been on the road for 4 weeks! The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Well equipped kitchen. Highly recommended and the owner was very easy to deal with.

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant cottage, highly recommend

This property was spotless on arrival. Very spacious and the layout was excellent, entrance area to take off shoes, with a downstairs toilet. This then went into a laundry room then a simply fantastic drying room that did exactly as it said (and very efficiently). The kitchen was large, well equipped. The bedrooms were spacious and the living room was comfortable. It is situated in a quiet, very pretty spot 15 mins walk from Eilean Donan castle. Loads of things to do,we explored Skye quite a bit. I would recommend the boat trip from Elgol to Loch Coruisk with Misty Isle boats. We went on the 3 hour trip and it wasnt long enough as the Loch was so beautiful and lots of climbing and walking available. The kids wore waterproof sandals and made the most of them in the crystal clear water! We were blessed with excellent weather too, but even the odd day we stayed in with the plentiful books and games there. Oh, another really good thing. All the "necessities" like toilet roll, kitchen roll, kitchen spray, handwash, bin bags, dishwasher tablets were all provided which was excellent. We loved our stay, it was a home from home and there is nothing bad to say at all. We didnt even really get "midged" which we came prepared for. Thank you Ian for allowing us to share your beautiful home.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Demelza v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toller Aufenthalt

Das Haus liegt super ruhig und sehr idyllisch. Der Blick aus jedem Zimmer auf das Loch Long ist traumhaft. Wir haben uns gleich wohl gefühlt. Auch als Ausgangslage für unsere Ausflüge u.a. auf die Isle of Skye, nach Plockton und verschiedene Wanderungen ist das Haus rundum zu empfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything was perfect. A very nice place to relax and to enjoy the holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 day break

Lovely house in a beautiful location. Easy access to lots of places. Nice restaurants just half a mile away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alastair J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable house in a great location

Well equipped and comfortable house in a great location overlooked Loch Long - views from the house are lovely. Very convenient for exploring the Highlands and Isle of Skye.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Moniek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeview

Spacious cottage with lakeview. Very clean. Comfy beds. Quiet neighbourhood Golden eagle's seen from garden. Lovely walks nearby, fine bar in hotel and nearby pub
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and location

Would highly recommend this location. Ian has thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. Location is perfect for exploring Skye and the highlands.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed B., Green Valley, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This is a huge house that overlooks a loch. Everything you need for cooking. Comfortable beds and separate washer and dryer. Excellent communication. Couldn't ask for more. Try The Clachan a little pub about a half mile away that has fantastic meals. You will need reservation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Coast Heaven

A spacious, comfortable and well maintained property in an idyllic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

phill w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

enjoyable

as advertised , well equiped, excellent drying room.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ian MacKenzie

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