About this property
Portree 12.5 miles. Set in a luscious crofting glen on the Isle of Skye, close to Loch Mor and with easy access to the main road, taking you to the harbour town of Portree, is this lovely bungalow. Maramor offers just the break for you, with opportunities to explore a wonderful part of The Hebrides. Bring your family or friends along to share a memorable holiday together, where you can spend your down time in the sitting room by the warmth of the fire on a cool winter's night. The well-appointed kitchen is ideal for cooking up a home-made meal and getting everyone together around the dining table as you enjoy a bottle of wine and exchange stories from times gone by. Set all on ground floor level, you can easily access the bedrooms after a tiresome day uncovering the hidden gems of the area. Choose from one of two doubles, while the single is ideal for a child and the shower room is conveniently located just off from the kitchen. The children can play on the lawn as you sip a cooling summer’s drink and watch pleasantly on by in the enclosed garden. You are within easy reach of the village of Uig, where you can climb aboard a ferry to the outer islands and discover an enchanting part of Scotland. There are a number of places to eat out and the nearby Fairy Glen is a fascinating place to visit, offering a whimsical walk through a beautiful valley. The A87 road will take you on a journey down to Portree, where you can uncover a series of cultural attractions and spend a day browsing the shops or enjoying a theatre production at the Aros Centre. There are also many outdoor activities to make the most of, such as rock climbing, sea kayaking and swimming, while the many walking trails nearby will satisfy your thirst for breath-taking landscape scenery. The Trotternish Circuit is of particular interest, offering a hilly 50-mile circular route around the northernmost peninsula on the island, with towering cliffs, rock formations and stunning views over the sea. Choose to get away to this charming abode near the coast.
Set round its harbour on the Isle of Skye, Portree boasts a range of shops, hotels and restaurants, as well as the Aros Centre with its programme of concerts, theatre and cinema. Sports enthusiasts are also well catered for, with sea kayaking, rock-climbing and a good choice of well-marked walks. Trotternish Ridge circuit is a must while visiting the area, while Dunvegan Castle and the Talisker Distillery Visitor Centre are also worth the trip.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single.
Shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC, Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
TV, DVD player, WiFi, PlayStation 3 with games, selection of books and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Enclosed garden with lawn.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 6.3 miles, pub 5.9 miles