Guests say
Jubilee Cottage in Portree is highly praised for its stunning location, offering peacefulness and beautiful views over the bay. Guests appreciate the friendly and accommodating owners, comfortable accommodation, and the added delight of wildlife sightings. The enclosed garden is a hit with pet owners, and the thoughtful touches like homemade cakes enhance the welcoming atmosphere.
The cottage generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with guests finding it lovely and clean. However, one mention of dog hairs suggests room for improvement, leading to a slightly reduced score.
The location is consistently lauded for its beauty, tranquillity, and proximity to local amenities. The sea views and wildlife sightings contribute to an exceptional rating.
Guests find the cottage very comfortable, with special mentions of comfortable beds and a cosy wood-burning stove. The conservatory is highlighted as a relaxing spot, affirming a high level of comfort.
Facilities are well-regarded, with the cottage being described as fully equipped and having everything needed. Some minor suggestions for improvements like faster internet and a hairdryer prevent a perfect score.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through the frequent mentions of homemade cakes and biscuits. While these treats are greatly appreciated, it's important to note that such personal touches, though common, cannot be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This stunningly located detached cottage is situated at the water's edge, on the outskirts of the village of Uig and 15 miles from Portree. This stone Uig cottage boasts widespread sea and mountain views and has been refurbished to a high standard to provide an ideal base to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Ideal for a family or group of friends, this Uig cottage has a beautiful conservatory, which not only has a dining area, but also has a sitting area, where you can sit, relax and look out to sea with a morning coffee before exploring this beautiful island.
The fitted kitchen with sitting area at this Uig cottage is extremely cosy and offers a traditional cottage charm with a stone wall and woodburning stove. Completing the accommodation at this Uig cottage are three generous sized bedrooms - a double on the ground floor and a double and a twin on the first floor, as well as a bathroom. Occupying a private setting with no vehicles or pedestrians passing your door, you really feel and appreciate the sheer tranquillity of this peaceful location. The front garden at this Uig cottage borders the sea and the perfectly placed patio area allows you to enjoy a cold drink on a summer's day, whilst admiring the breathtaking views.
Within walking distance is the pretty village of Uig, which is set on the north west of the island and has good local services and a ferry terminal, which connects the Isle of Skye with the Outer Hebrides. The capital town of Portree has excellent facilities and the whole area, known as the Trotternish, has dramatic scenery, an abundance of wildlife and an enchantment all of its own. You will fall in love with this wonderful Uig cottage, and will want to return time and time again. This property is near to Ref 940311, together they sleep 12.
Uig is a village at the northern tip of Skye offering two pubs, two shops and a hotel, along with a ferry terminal, where you can take a boat trip to the Western Isles.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-30989-FEPC Rating: Band E
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen with sitting area and woodburning stove.
Conservatory with dining area and sitting area.
Wood burning stove with oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi selection of DVDs and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Front enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture.
Rear enclosed lawned garden.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 10 mins walk, pub 5 mins walk.
Please note this property has a minimum nights stay of 2.
Reviews (81)
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Jo-anne
The Cottage is a comfortable size with 3 large bedrooms and two separate living areas. The open plan kitchen doubles up as a cosy lounge area with wood burning stove and large screen television with DVD player and an intertaining selection of dvd's. We could also use the guest accounts to access YouTube and Prime, nothing too fancy but up to date enough for cosy nights in and the Wifi speed is very good if that matters to you. The bedrooms are set up with comfortable beds and bedding. They comprise two double beds and two single beds. The rooms have storage for clothing and lovely big bath sheets and hand towels towels are provided. The shower over the spa bath allows for both quick showers and warm baths to soaking off the day's walks. The house has a WC downstairs for the comfort of avoiding bathroom ques. The enclosed patio room with large windows and skylights is decorated with a dining table and comfortable chairs to spend time staring out over the magnificent view of the ocean, right on your doorstep, the surrounding cliffs, watching the impressive ferry as it goes to and fro and watching the sea life on display we specifically saw a large variety of birds, seals and a pod of porpoises. If like me, you enjoy watching dramatic weather changes, sunsets and the stars, hoping for a glimpse of the northern lights, then you'll spend most of your time in this space or at the table playing boardgames and cards with your kids. We brought our own but the cottage has a good selection of these too. We had exceptional weather for this time of the year wich allowed for day trips that varied between 30-60min drives to attractions like Fairy Pool, old man Storr and Quiraing, Duvegan Castle (closed this time of the year), etc. The cottage has a large private garden that's enclosed all the way around, however if you have small dogs they will be able to escape through the fences. The area is rural with sheep grazing all over. The ferry port, local Brewery and Uig Pottery, local shop and restaurant is walking distance from the cottage. However keep in mind that most restaurants and attractions that require human intervention is closed at this time of the year as peak season for the area is summer. We did our main supply shop in Potree at the large Co-Op. It's on your wat out of Portree as you head towards Uig and we topped up from the local shops on essentials like wood, kindling, milk, etc. Our hosts provided us the warmest welcome with a fire going on arrival and a good starter kit of wood and kindling, along with a beautifully decorated Christmas tree and a variety of generous Christmas goodies and doggy treats making us feel extremely welcome. The hosts are easy to communicate with and generous with their hospitality. The cottage is private while at the same time forming part of a well maintained camping site on its doorstep with motor home fascilities, campsites with electricity and ablusion. So if your more inclined to glamp or have friends or family that want to join you, the same owners run Uig Bay Campsite.
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Julie
Weâll be back for sure.
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Deborah
A beautiful and cosy base for a memorable holiday. Best lemon drizzle cake EVER!!!