Is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Where is A Perfect Base For Exploring Skye And The Cuillin located?

Located in Carbost, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Isle of Skye Oysters and Talisker Distillery. Fiskavaig Bay and Talisker Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

10/10 Excellent

Jarvis M.

24 July 2025

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

Fantastic!

The house was very roomy and comfortable and had all the amenities we could ask for. It had more than enough room for our family of 5 and great views. Would love to have stayed here much longer than 2 nights.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crispin R.

9 Apr 2025

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

awesome

This house was in a great location. My brother and I stayed there for 2 nights as we explored Isle of Skye we could be happier with the house. 5stars

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo O.

23 July 2024

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

Wonderful house and wonderful place

The place is incredibly beautiful, and Diana, the guest, was very helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

2 Jan 2024

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

Excellent location

Well equipped, comfortable, warm accommodation

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

14 Nov 2024

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

Peaceful retreat

Comfortable and peaceful

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anja W.

26 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful Isle of Skype

Nice view from the cottage, close to the talisker destillery and to the wonderful fairy pools

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin C.

24 Feb 2025

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

Perfect spot for a wet and windy break

If you are looking for a relatively remote spot with gorgeous views across the loch, this is perfect. The property was warm and cosy, great to hunker down despite the lashing rain and powerful wind outside. A short walk gets you to Talisker distillery, the Old Inn and little local convenience store, so yiu have all you need. Property well equipped and comfortable, great communication with owner - thanks for the opportunity to explores the wilds and wiles of Skye.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine J.

21 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect location to explore Skye

The property was clean, well equipped and in a great location. A little updating in the furnishings is required but excellent value for money

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

16 Sept 2024

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

Seniors Travel

Beautiful place with lots of space and big kitchen. Host gave us lots of directions and lots of info on check in and check out. Easy could have three couples travelling. Only one bathroom though.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva Marie F.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Relaxing!

This house was the perfect place to stay on Skye. It has the most amazing views and isn't too far from several gorgeous sites (though a car is still a necessity!) An overall magical place and made us feel right at home. The property manager was super attentive, friendly and easy to reach. He also gave us some great recommendations. We will definitely have to come back!

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli and Petr J.

14 Mar 2024

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

Great place to stay

As the headline for the listing says, it was a perfect base for our exploring the Skye. Keith was responsive when we needed him. The house was clean, warm, cozy, provided all we needed for our stay, and offered an amazing view of the loch and surrounding mountains. We really enjoyed the Old Inn just a mile away and the Talisker distillery visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

2 Nov 2024

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

A week in Skye

The property was spacious, clean and well presented. The enclosed garden was perfect for our dogs and the hard floors were easily kept clean from muddy paws. The location of the property allowed us to visit many places during our stay and the caretakers local knowledge allowed us to find a beach close by for the dogs to play in the water. All in all, an excellent place to be in and be based from.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

5 May 2025

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

Magical

Wow. Skye is magical and I'm glad we stayed two nights in this house. The view from the windows of the loch and surrounding countryside is unbeatable. So many stars at night. Amazing silence. Friendly neighbors down the street let us feed their sheep. The home was our comfortable base for exploring the Quiraing Road, Mealt Falls/Kilt Rock, Old Man Storr, Portree, and the Fairy Pools. Got up for the sunrise our last morning. Didn't want to leave! Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel C.

21 Sept 2024

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

Short stay on Skye

We had a good time here! The property is big and had all the necessities. It is a very peaceful and beautiful area. The road that leads there is a single lane road, so it was a bit stressful to get there by car, and there is no grocery nearby. It is very easy to get to the Talisker distillery and to the fairy pools from there. Overall, it was an amazing place to stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard B.

20 Aug 2023

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

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our stay very much. The accommodation has a lot of space and is equipped with everything you need. The Isle of Skye has breathtakingly beautiful scenery, cliffs, waterfalls and we were lucky enough to see whales, orcas, dolphins and sharks all in one day. We would have liked to stay longer than the week we booked. We definitely recommend this cottage.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

24 Sept 2024

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

Perfect base

I loved the house and the layout. The location was beautiful and peaceful. My only suggestion would be to post a new picture of the front. With the updates you've done to the parking its gard to recognize with the curre t picture. I absolutely loved this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trudi B.

21 Apr 2024

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

Quiet base for a few days on Skye

Lovely conservatory - spent most of the time in there. Spacious and well equipped kitchen. Good to have separate dining room. Plenty of storage space throughout. Really helpful to have parking in front.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S., Basingstoke

14 Oct 2023

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

Lovely place to stay

The bungalow is exactly as listed and is well appointed in a lovely location. We had good communications with the owner and a great chat with the helpful caretaker who lives nearby. Carbost is remote but the village is friendly with a good pub and small community shop. It was warm and draft free despite a very wet and windy week.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Hans and Annette D.

19 July 2024

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views

This home has good location with great views. Neighbours are very close by though. Loved the washer and dryer; so practical! Place needs some deep cleaning and new couches but overall, it’s very large and comfortable. We loved sitting in the sunroom playing Trivial pursuit so thanks for thé games. We got instructions from Keith for the tv and worked well. Great meal at the Old Inn pub, just down the road.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David and Cathy S.

8 May 2024

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

Spacious Comfy Cottage with Peaceful Views

Views of sheep from conservatory in back (where we spent most of our time) and glorious water views from dining table out front which are not shown in listing but should be! Very comfy well equipped older cottage. Keith was great to chat with. The 4 mile one track road in was slow due to the traffic to the Talisker Distillery but that is no fault of the cottage. Just a fact on Skye!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jann M.

15 June 2024

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

Great cottage for location to The Fairy Pools

Fab cottage in great location. Really suitable for walkers as there is a large utility room with plenty hooks for outdoor gear and boots (direct access from outside) Very big property for 6 people with a living room & sun room. Did not get a tv channels ( it might have been us not knowing how) but there was wifi so could watch on line on phone if wanted. Easy to get to Fairy Pools and I preferred the walk from Glenbrittle campside around the bay. Easy to get to Dunvegan & Portree.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

27 Sept 2023

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

Stunning location!

Spacious cottage located about a mile from Carbost village, sitting above the bank of loch Harport, giving great views of the whole area. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. The beds are, perhaps, slightly lumpy, yet all of our party enjoyed a great night's sleep throughout our week's stay. It provided a great base for exploring the island (cautionary note, if you haven't been to Skye before, allow plenty travelling time, due to single track roads and slow motor homes... e.g. from the cottage to the Fairy Pools' car park is a distance of 7.5 miles, which at worst, took 50 minutes in the car!). We thoroughly enjoyed our week on Skye based at the cottage. It offered a comfortable stay and fantastic value. We would not hesitate to return and highly recommend it to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

27 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stayed in this charming and cozy house on the Isle of Skye for four days, using it as a home base while exploring the entire island each day. The service was seamless, and the host was incredibly understanding and responsive. Located not far from the Talisker Distillery, the home offers breathtaking views overlooking the Loch, with plenty of friendly sheep adding to the idyllic atmosphere. If peace and tranquility are what you seek, this is the perfect place to stay. While there is a small community store with limited hours nearby, it's important to note that the closest town with shops and dining is about a 20–30 minute drive. This remoteness adds to the charm but is something to keep in mind for planning meals and supplies. With three bedrooms, one bath, and a bonus area, the home met our needs comfortably. We encountered a few hiccups with the heating, but the host promptly answered our call and informed us about a small heater, which we used in the common space, and we made it work. We also appreciated having a washer and dryer to refresh our clothing for the rest of our journey. There appears to be some mold starting in the laundry room, but it’s being addressed. A dehumidifier is available to help combat the damp atmosphere, which is helpful in this climate. Overall, this home provided a warm and peaceful retreat in one of Scotland’s most stunning landscapes. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Courtland

24 Sept 2023

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

Amazing Budget Friendly House

Value for money with this house is awesome! Those negative reviews have to be from people with a champagne taste on a beer budget. Yes it’s an older home, but for the price it is sooo worth it. Great views and the sunroom is a great way to relax and spend windy stormy days. We had a week here and for the price I was AMAZED! The Old Inn in Carbost is a cute little pub close by to see and listen to live music. Fasts in The Isle of Skye Candle Co Welcome center (Portree) is a must. The pizza and scones are superb! If you don’t get check-in instructions, just go to the house. Trust me, the caretaker Keith is either there or close by to help. Skye is small, so just go. I can’t wait to return and I’ll definitely be booking again, maybe 2 weeks next trip if I’m lucky. Thanks for sharing a lovely little cottage!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D V.

22 July 2023

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

Six day stay

Fernilea home is an older home, but had everything one needs. Being older, not everything is brand-new perfect, but GREAT value for the price. If you need a 4 star hotel, this is not the place for you. If you want a spacious place for great price, quiet and great views, this is it. Tricky to find, and single-track potholed roads can be challenging...but THIS IS RURAL SCOTLAND. It's part of the charm. Others have mentioned steep steps up from parking space and difficult deep bathtub/shower to step into. If you have mobility issues, this is not for you, but the listing clearly indicates same. Read the listing and reviews before you rent! Large graveled parking space at bottom of steps. When finding home do not (as we did) confuse signage for "Tallisker" with signage to "Tallisker Distillery". Travel past the Tallisker Distillery, turn left up the steep hill, then turn at next right. Home is then perhaps 1/2 mile on left, overlooking the loch. Only real negative was tiny refrigerator and no ice-making ability. Central location on island makes sightseeing easy.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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