The Anchorage, Kyleakin, Isle of Skye - right on the water's edge! – Home 9476 Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
The Anchorage, Kyleakin, Isle of Skye - right on the water's edge! – Home 9476
- Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0 mi
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
The Anchorage is the owner's private holiday residence, available to discerning guests. It is superbly located in an enviable position on a private promontory with its own foreshore. All the rooms in the house overlook Loch Alsh and the heather clad mountains of the Scottish Highlands on the mainland beyond and the house just a few feet from the water.
The cottage is the perfect all-seasons self catering holiday accommodation for seaside-loving, mountain-walking, wildlife-watching, peace-searching people who love wilderness beaches, gastronomic delights and a touch of the Celtic.
The garden has a gate which leads straight onto the private foreshore, from where you can fish, have a glass of wine, or just sit and watch the yachts, naval and fishing boats come and go, including the occasional submarine or cruise liner. Opposite is the lighthouse-keeper's cottage on Eilean Bàn where author Gavin Maxwell (Ring of Bright Water) lived. All rooms overlook the water and in the summer the sun sets behind The Old Man or Storr in the distance. The majestic Skye Bridge is about a kilometre away (no traffic noise- this is Skye!!)
The house itself has recently been refurbished to a high standard and guests enjoy the use of superfast broadband, Alexa sound system, underfloor heating, Aga cooker, zinc-topped kitchen refectory table digital TV and plenty of interesting books.
The house is perfectly suited for one or two couples, but we also have a single camp bed for one additional person if required.
Kyleakin is perfectly situated on Skye, just a few minutes from the bridge and within easy reach of the varied attractions of all parts of the island. Although very peaceful, there is always something going on in the channel or the fishing harbour just a moment's walk away.
Unfortunately, due to dangerous rocks and sea access right by the house we are unable to accommodate children under ten years of age. The house is also unsuitable for unaided wheelchair users due to access via steps.
Please see photo gallery for Energy Performance Certificate.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
Bedroom 2: Full bed - 1 Full bath, 1 Half bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Mountain Views
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Deck
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- 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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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
About the owner
Charlotte R.
Tourist License
FS-CASE-550460969
- Average reply time:
- 12 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 28 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 18
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, Portuguese
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Business Address
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 63 reviews
Excellent
63 reviews
- Excellent
- 57
- Very Good
- 5
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Blissful”
A wonderful cottage in a wonderful location. Everything you could ever need for a relaxing holiday. Lots to do and see, Even the weather was kind!
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“Fabulous views nice cottage. Chill.”
When we arrived the sun was shining the view was stunning. Sit in the window with a book or watch the world sail by. Everything from small yachts to the Hebridean Princess. Decking area when the weath… More
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“Paradise”
We have just had the most wonderful time in this amazing place. The house is perfect in every way and so full of love. The owners have invested their time and heart into this home and we did not want … More
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Response from the owner Hi Will and Dee - I'm so glad you chose to spend your honeymoon at The Anchorage and that you had such a great time there. Totally agree its easy just to while away the days looking out of the window - always so much to see! Welcome back any time.
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“Great week”
Lovely location - ideal for wildlife and boat spotting. Very clean and comfortable with helpful and friendly host. Would love to come back.
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Response from the owner Fabulous - many thanks indeed. Glad you saw dolphins and otters "as promised"!! Welcome back any time.
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“Great house in a great setting - didn’t want to leave!”
Loved our stay at The Anchorage. The house is decorated in a contemporary style and ideal for a small family or two couples. The location next to the waters edge is fantastic. Always something to look… More
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Response from the owner Thanks so much for your review Ken. So glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome back any time. Richard.
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“Picture perfect on the waters edge”
The waters edge location is the main selling point of this homely abode, as the island of Skye can live up to its Norse name of Skuy...misty isle or cloud isle which we experienced during our stay, bu… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your kind review (sorry I missed it when it came in!). Yes those crows really shouldn't be nesting so close to the water- they are bullies! but all adds to the excitement! Welcome back to The Anchorage any time. Regards, Richard.
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“Perfect holiday cottage”
Perfect holiday cottage! The cottage was immaculate, lovely and warm and had everything we could possibly need! Located in a quiet road with fantastic views. Very easy access to the Isle, the mai… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your kind review (sorry I missed it when it came in!). So glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome back to The Anchorage any time. Regards, Richard.
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“Fantastic accommodation in a stunning location”
The views from this accommodation are stunning, changing throughout the day as the light changes. We loved sitting in the window each day. The accommodation is very clean, tastefully decorated and wit… More
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“Great spot”
Great spot. The house is very comfortable and the view from the picture window constantly changing and a treat in all weathers. Nice being right on the sea.
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Response from the owner Many thanks! Always welcome back to The Anchorahe.
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“Absolutely stunning!”
We spent a week at the Anchorage and we wish we could have stayed longer,. What a beautiful cottage, so well equipped and beautifully located. Skye is a stunning wonder of nature, with dramatic landsc… More
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Response from the owner Thanks so much for your kind review and welcome back any time. Best wishes, Richard.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Charlotte (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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- 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 Charlotte (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. Charlotte (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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte (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 Charlotte (the owner) a message.
If Charlotte (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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