The Crofter's House

Portree, Isle of Skye
Self-catering
+44 (0)7812 029231
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Per night
£155 - £195
Per week
£1085 - £1365
Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Classic crofter’s cottage with a minimalist chic makeover - soft colours, designer lighting - surrounded by peace; a romantic hideaway

Per night
£155 - £195
Per week
£1085 - £1365

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£155 - £195 per night

£1085 - £1365 per week

The Experience

A quiet bay, soft green hills, big skies, a single-track road… The views from this whitewashed 19th-century crofter’s cottage are as peaceful and calm as it gets. But that doesn’t mean it’s back-to-basics. Although traditional on the outside, inside the cottage is stylishly cool with a Scandi-design touch. White tongue-and-groove panelled walls and open-raftered ceilings create luminous, airy spaces. Step straight into a small but perfectly formed, bright and contemporary kitchen. Move up two steps into a wood-floored living space carefully set with Danish-style furniture, wood and peat-burning stove and designer lighting. Limited edition prints and shots of colour add warmth; the deepset window adds cosiness. The bedroom is beautifully uncluttered with soft grey colours and simple furnishings; the pretty bathroom crisp and shiny. There’s a useful outhouse (with washer and drier) for bike storage and clothes drying; this is Skye, remember. Come here to walk, cycle, take photos, wildlife-spot – there’s a small front garden, terrace and a meadow. Or explore Portree, 5 miles. Peace and tranquillity guaranteed.

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £155
Weekly price
from £1085
1 House for 2
From £1551 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. STL licence number and EPC rating: HI-30049-F / D.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

Ian, Woodbridge

The Crofter's House was quite simply perfect. This was the ideal location away from the hustle and bustle of the main tourist centres to ensure a relaxing break, but close enough to Portree and the main road to provide easy access to those must see locations. The Crofter's House is beautifully appointed and extremely comfortable with a walk from the doorstep that gives views out to Raasay and to the Cuillins, as well as the opportunity to spot wildlife, including seals and sea eagles. This was just what we needed.


Gemma, Bath

We absolutely loved our stay at The Crofter’s House. The perfect place to return to after a day exploring Skye, with effortless interiors and thoughtful added details meaning we could really savour the time off.


Rebecca, Leicestershire

Had a wonderful 6 night stay, the Croft house was very well equipped and a cosy place to return to after roaming the Isle of Skye. The local loch was a great place to spend time with the resident seals with a sundowner and can thoroughly recommend spending some time here.


Stu, Troon

This place is delightful - we were lucky to grab 3 nights in a really busy booking period due to relaxation of Covid rules and the rush for ‘staycations’. A lovely, well equipped and cosy space with everything you need – home from home. Plenty to do in the area too, particularly the walk to the top of Ben Tianavaig with stunning views. Come home, light a fire, cook a meal and uncork a bottle – bliss! Open the Velux at night to enjoy fresh air and the sound of owls bird, song and sheep, a countryside lovers dream! If you can, you really should book this place now.


Chloe, Nashville

The Crofters House was soooo perfect. Hidden away down a windy road, with a nice little walk down to the sea loch. It had everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing getaway! For us the stay was extra special since we got engaged!!! I couldn’t be happier to have that memory at the Crofters House. Can’t wait to stay in the future and would highly recommend it to any couple or small family wanting to enjoy the Isle of Skye.


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Sarah Chesworth

  • An original 1830's crofter's cottage updated for modern living. Above Camustianavaig Bay, at the foot of Ben Tianavaig, the house enjoys a rural location, yet is only five miles from Portree. The house is small and stylish, perfect for a hideaway for two.
  • The Crofter's House is the perfect size for a Highland retreat for two and has recently been completely renovated with minimal styling and calm spaces.
  • The living room has a wood/peat-burning stove, small sofa, table and chairs.
  • No TV, but WiFi for streaming on your own devices
  • Camustianavaig is quiet with a rural feel. The house is a two minute walk from the bay and wildlife includes seals, sea eagles, otters, basking sharks, dolphins - and local sheep. Restaurants, pubs and shops are five miles away in Portree.
  • There is a bus from Camustianavaig to Portree in the morning, and one that returns in the evening. Otherwise, you'll need a car or bike - there is room to park a car in the garden and shelter for two bikes in the shed.