Braes Retreat Apartment, Portree – Home 3685767 Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Braes Retreat Apartment, Portree – Home 3685767
- Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Located 8 miles south of Portree, with panoramic and ever-changing views across the sea to the island of Raasay, the one-bedroomed apartment provides the perfect base for those looking for tranquillity and stunning scenery. Maintained to an exacting standard the apartment is both very comfortable and well-appointed. The accommodation includes an open-plan kitchen, equipped with all the usual kitchen items. A freezer, washing machine and dryer is available for use on request. A lounge-diner area makes up the rest of the ground floor, along with a compact ensuite shower room and beautiful bedroom upstairs which can be set up as a double or twin room, making it ideal for a couple or two friends. Braes Retreat adjoins the owner’s property, Glamaig Cottage and the property is set within a glorious garden, which has previously featured on television, with a lovely burn running through it and a wide variety of birds.
7 nights is the minimum booking period throughout the year, with Saturday being the check in and out day. In line with The Scottish Government’s short term let licensing system, our Highland Council licence number is HI-30354-F and is valid until 6th February 2027. We have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), rated D.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
- 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Mountain Views
- Grill
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
The bedroom can be reconfigured to two single beds for friends. Let us know when making a booking.
Access is via a steep pathway and might not be suitable for those unsure on their feet.
We have a friendly collie dog, Penny. If you like dogs, she will say hello then leave you alone for the rest of your stay, unless you like throwing balls for her!
Your personal property can't be covered by our insurance policy, so we recommend making arrangements for insuring your items.
About the owner
Ingrid And Iain G.
Tourist License
HI-30354-F;VALIDUNTIL06/02/2027
- Calendar last updated:
- 04 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 18 reviews
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18 reviews
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“Beautiful area, charming apartment”
Gracious owners were very helpful with every request. Loved the area, the privacy, and the views. The garden was absolutely beautiful. We were very comfortable, cooked a few meals and toured the is… More
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“un petit coin de paradis”
Endroit charmant comme les propriétaires . Très calme, proche de la mer avec un jardin magnifique fréquenté par les oiseaux..Possibilité de faire de bonnes marches &… More
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“Breathtaking”
It was our first time in Scotland and on Skye. It was wonderful. Iain and Ingrid are so kind and the cottage is wonderful. It was very peaceful and relaxing. The garden is lovely and the view is abso… More
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“Blue Skye days!”
Idyllic retreat set in beautiful gardens with fabulous views. We have had a wonderful stay, Ian is an excellent host and the cottage was warm and comfortable. The log burner was lit for our arrival wh… More
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“A hidden gem”
Although the description states the property is in Portree, it feels miles away. About 3 miles from Portree, set down winding roads with ever changing views, it is amazing, we regularly saw buzzards a… More
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“Wonderful accomodation”
This was our second visit to Braes Retreat and we will return again. A cosy apartment, very comfortable bed with a view of the sea and Rassay without getting up. The log fire is very welcome especia… More
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“Superb apartment in wonderful setting”
We were really impressed with this apartment, probably the best self catering accommodation we have stayed in and we have stayed in a lot! It was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. The cool weat… More
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Response from the owner We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Its been a chilly spring, but we are glad you made use of the fire. There is space to park on the roadside if guests have difficulty parking on the drive. Thank you for your review!
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“Heaven in Skye”
If you are looking for the perfect getaway then look no further. The Braes is up there amongst the best. Ideally situated and with top class accommodation this was a fantastic retreat for me and my p… More
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“amazing accomodation”
Braes retreat is just that - a wonderful retreat. The house is cosy, snug and well kitted out with the most amazing views of the sea. The garden is quite something and perfect for relaxing after a lon… More
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“Fantastic accomadation”
First visit to the Island,Cottage in a great location and easy to find if you follow the instructions provided on the website. The cottage has everything you would need for a short ot long stay.Very c… More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Ingrid and Iain (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Ingrid and Iain (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Ingrid and Iain (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Ingrid and Iain the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Ingrid and Iain (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Ingrid and Iain (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Ingrid and Iain (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Ingrid and Iain (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Ingrid and Iain (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Ingrid and Iain (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Ingrid and Iain (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ingrid and Iain (the owner) a message.
If Ingrid and Iain (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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