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Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away

Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away

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The Glen
The House
Sitting room
Kitchen
Seashore

Overview of Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away

8.8 out of 10 Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Breakish, Isle of Skye
  • Popular LocationSkye Bridge13 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsle of Skye Market Square15 min drive
  • Popular LocationEilean Donan Castle25 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Sitting Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away

This charmingly modernised 1880's-built 'Butt & Beinne' (letting Saturday-to-Saturday) and is a romantic place for (second !) honeymooners or self catering holidaymakers to get away from it all. The bedroom has been part re-furbished in Winter of 2019. Sit and watch the tides from the picture window, visit the Otter Hide or, on walks along the shore, see seals and sea eagle. At night you may see Red Deer and even one of our resident Pine Marten or two. There are breathtaking views in every direction and the cottage is reached over a sturdy wooden bridge. It is around 90 meters from the shore. Arrive 'Over the sea to Skye' in true romantic fashion via the five car ferry from Glenelg (operating only from Easter to October but check with Glenelg-Kylerhea Ferry website first.) A very scenic 10 mile drive takes you to a full range of shops, restaurants, hotels and a bank in Broadford, whence boat and fishing trips are available from the pier there. For full internal shots, please contact owner for link. We listen to constructive criticism and work constantly to upgrade our facilities to make your stay as enjoyable as we can.
There is Storage Heating for the Winter months, which keeps the house warm and makes it a tranquil refuge for writers and thinkers.
EXTRA ! - The RSPB and Forestry Commission have a hide located next to the Kylerhea wildlife hide car park. The hide is staffed five days a week by RSPB information assistants, who provide comprehensive information on the local wildlife. The hide overlooks the ferry and the Kylerhea narrows and during the summer a pair of sea eagles can regularly be seen hunting for fish over the strong tidal flows. The hide also offers the chance of seeing many of the wildlife species including seals, golden eagles, porpoises, otters, common and bottlenose dolphins etc. Basking sharks have even been seen in the kyle. The inside of the hide has displays and information about Scottish wildlife. Younger children can use free backpacks with binoculars, bug boxes, magnifying glasses and a fun set of activities devised by local school children. The RSPB/FCS hide is open from Easter to September and admittance is free of charge.
N.B. To confirm: Kylerhea is actually on the Isle of Skye, which some of the comparatives given are not, such as those over in Glenelg on the mainland.

Property manager

Richard

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
There is a £15 charge per week per small dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see Rental Agreement, which supersedes other terms. Your home address will be required by Owner as a condition of booking

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Isle of Skye

Located in Isle of Skye, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Brochs at Glenelg - Dun Telve & Dun Troddan and Eilean Donan Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Skye Bridge - 13 min drive
  • Caisteal Maol - 14 min drive
  • Isle of Skye Market Square - 15 min drive
  • Plockton Harbour - 24 min drive
  • Eilean Donan Castle - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Attadale Station - 34 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • King Haakon Bar - 13 min drive
  • Fisherman's Kitchen - 14 min drive
  • Skye Bridge Seafoods - 12 min drive
  • Hectors Bothy - 15 min drive
  • Taste of India - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Isle of Skye Butt & Beinne for (second !) honeymooners or, getting away located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Glenelg Brochs, Brochs at Glenelg - Dun Telve & Dun Troddan and Lochaber Geopark. Magpie and Skye Bridge are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 63 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 63 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Roger W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
The Isle of Skye is beautiful and seeing seals on the rocks just 100 metres away a real treat. This cottage did not live up to our expectations due to the condition of some fixtures and fittings. The shower head was held together with cable ties and leaked, the bathroom taps were loose in the sink, the toilet seat was loose, the clamp on one of the bedside lights was broken, the small table had a very sticky surface and the entrance to the cottage needed decorating to make it welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location
Peaceful and quiet, perfect location for relaxing, watching nature, walking and fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy house
The house is superbly located next to a beach with seals. The house offers all one needs. Only thing that can be improved is the ventilation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard

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I was raised in the Far East but, as a descendent of Somerled’s (which of course mathematically all Scots are,) Skye is my spiritual home today. When you arrive, you will see what makes it that and, why you will be drawn to it too !

Why they chose this property

This is a cosy and quiet former croft house, which I have known for 46 years and love dearly. I haven't included a photo of myself so as to let you enjoy filling the space and claiming the magic for yourself.

What makes this property unique

The picture windows and the views they afford to you across to Glenelg and, behind the house, up the Kylerhea Glen to the beallach.

Languages:

English, French
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