The Smiddy - high-end quality self-catering holiday home in Waternish – Home 8822080 House
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
The Smiddy - high-end quality self-catering holiday home in Waternish – Home 8822080
- House
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
‘The Smiddy’ offers high-end quality self-catering accommodation on the Waternish peninsula, one of the most beautiful and peaceful areas on the Isle of Skye. Originally a blacksmith’s workshop, ‘The Smiddy’ has recently been converted into an open plan Studio with a mezzanine bedroom area to offer comfortable and spacious accommodation for two sharing adults. Fantastic sea views. Bright colours and attention to detail throughout. Fully equipped kitchen. Comprehensive library. Sorry, no pets.
‘The Smiddy’ is a detached unit situated on our property, offering all the privacy you wish for on your holiday. All windows face out towards the sea, away from the main house, taking in the morning light over picturesque Loch Bay, the stunning views across Loch Dunvegan towards Dunvegan Head and the Islands Isay, Mingay and Clett, and of course the beautiful Waternish sunsets looking across the Minch towards the Outer Isles.
‘The Smiddy’ offers ample off-road parking space. You can drive right up to the entrance door to unload your luggage.
A spacious tiled porch offers sheltered entrance, room for muddy boots and hooks for wet clothes, as well as a Belfast sink, Bosch washing machine and tumble-dryer.
You enter the main living area through a second door.
‘The Smiddy’ features an open-plan design with a comfortable and spacious lounge, dining area and kitchen and a separate bathroom on the ground floor. The mezzanine floor features a double bed, a large built-in wardrobe and a separate bathroom. ‘The Smiddy’ was designed to offer spacious quality accommodation for two people and will be a very comfortable ‘home from home’, ideal for couples.
The bright and spacious lounge features large patio doors to take in the views across Loch Dunvegan while relaxing comfortably on the sofa. Or step outside onto the patio to take in the full panorama of this beautiful part of the Isle of Skye. Extra warmth and atmosphere is provided by a log fire effect gas stove. Carmen has a very keen interest in Scottish history, literature and music and has chosen a quality selection of books, DVDs and music for your entertainment and for your information about Skye, the Highlands and Scotland in general. Walking guides, maps and leaflets are also available for you to plan your holiday.
The large kitchen area features solid oak worktops, gas stove and oven, dishwasher, microwave oven, large fridge / freezer unit and ample cupboard space for your own provisions. The kitchen is fully equipped with beautiful quality crockery as well as a large variety of colourful tools and utensils. You should find everything here that you would expect of a high-end quality self-catering holiday accommodation.
A beautiful solid oak stable style door leads to the spacious fully tiled main bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower with drench and hand-held shower head, a separate bath and heated towel rail.
Large patio doors lead from the lounge onto an outside seating area where you can experience the full panorama of the stunning view from ‘The Smiddy’ and take in the fresh sea air, surrounded by our wildlife friendly garden – weather and midges permitting.
A flight of twelve stairs takes you up from the lounge area onto the mezzanine floor with its double bed, walk-in wardrobe featuring beautiful solid oak stable style doors and a south-east facing window to take in the sunrise over Loch Bay in the morning. A half-height wall provides privacy from the lounge area, without compromising the open plan design of ‘The Smiddy’. We provide bedding for a double bed with a choice of winter or summer duvet. Two single duvets can be provided should you prefer that.
A solid oak stable style door leads off the bedroom to a second bathroom, for your convenience and extra comfort.
Built by local builders and joiners, ‘The Smiddy’ features an oak laminate floor, solid oak worktops and solid oak stable style doors throughout. The black wrought iron latches, sheep-head coat hooks etc. reflect the building’s past as a working forge set within Waternish’s crofting community.
A lot of love and thought have gone into creating a comfortable and beautiful ‘home from home’. Solid oak and neutral colours provide a high-end quality calm backdrop, contrasted with splashes of bright and cheerful colours. Carmen has chosen soft furnishings and accessories in her favourite sky blue colour reflecting the sky and the sea and added some bright green and yellow, bringing blue sky and sunshine into the cottage whether it is sunny outside or not.
We hope we have thought of everything you might wish for. Should there be anything else you require, please ask.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Full bed
- 1 Full bath, 1 Half bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Patio
- Internet access
- Central heating
- 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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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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25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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No refund if cancelled less than 2 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
Sorry, no pets.
Strictly no smoking.
About the owner
Carmen M.
Tourist License
HI-30491-F
- Calendar last updated:
- 02 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 6
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, German
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 19 reviews
Excellent
19 reviews
- Excellent
- 19
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Can we please come back sometime?”
Imagine a really well-equipped holiday home and now multiply that expectation by two. The house was well thought out down to the smallest detail, from all the kitchen equipment you could possibly ne… More
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“Amazing Place”
We cannot praise this accommodation enough. The cottage has been decorated to a very high standard with lots of lovely finishing touches. Carmen and John have invested huge care and attention to det… More
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“Wonderful views from a tasteful property totally peaceful and in keeping with surroundings”
Everything had been thought of by the friendly hosts John and Carmen. One could sit looking at the ever changing views for ever. Definitely hope to be back again.
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“Perfect Skye location”
We were so impressed by all aspects of The Smiddy; clean, cosy (great fire), comfortable and so well equipped. In addition there were many nice and generous touches from our fabulous hosts. And Skye i… More
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“Exceptional!”
We had a wonderful time in the Smiddy. The views are brilliant, the interiour of the cottage is very, very good and it is very well equipped. What a time we had -)
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“WOW - Don't want others to know about it!!”
This is a fantastic place to stay, decorated and equipped to the highest standard. The kitchen has everything ...and I mean everything ...you could hope to use. The decor is fabulous and the location … More
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“Simply...our best ever self-catering accommodation experience!”
'The Smiddy' is in a class of its own for location and high end quality, and offers both a perfect base for exploring Skye and Rassay and a cosy and tranquil retreat. The oak furnishings and… More
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Response from the owner Dear Kevin and Ina, Thank you so very much for your kind and detailed review! It was lovely to meet you both and a pleasure to be your hosts. We hope to welcome you back to The Smiddy soon. All the best John and Carmen
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“Perfect”
We couldn't fault The Smiddy. The location is perfect for a Skye break with stunning views from every vantage. The cottage provided superb accommodation. Carmen met us on arrival and her enthusi… More
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Response from the owner Thank you, Siobhan and Ray. It was lovely to meet you both and a pleasure to be your hosts. All the best John and Carmen
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“Fabulous Place”
The Smiddy is the best place we have stayed at. Cosy, spotlessly clean, and everything you would need and more. Could not find one thing wrong. Has great views across Dunvegan Bay. Would not hesit… More
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“Tranquil cottage filled with light and colour”
This is a beautiful place for a peaceful holiday. We stayed for five days in August and I have never been in a better holiday cottage. It is breathtakingly nice. The views over the outer Hebrides are … 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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen 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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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. Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen (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 Carmen (the owner) a message.
If Carmen (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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