River View Cottage, a traditional croft stone built in circa 1910, offers a unique blend of old charm and modern comfort. Located on an elevated setting with lovely views over the meandering river Snizort, this detached cottage is ideal for touring around the island. Unwind in the cozy living room or private garden with large parking area.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace
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About this property
Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye
River View Cottage is a traditional croft cottage stone built in circa 1910 and retains all its original charm on the outside but has been internally modernised. The cottage is detached and sits in a rural elevated setting, with lovely views over the meandering river Snizort. Situated only 5 miles from the principle town of Portree, and a 10 minute drive to the Western Isles ferry terminal, the cottage is ideally located for touring around the island. With modern furnishings throughout, a cosy livingroom, fully equipped kitchen (with dining table), wetroom with walk in shower. Two double and one single bedrooms. Private garden with large parking area. Linen and towels provided.
***Sorry no pets please.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: The cottage is not suitable for children under 4.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STLLICENCEHI31036F
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Skeabost, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Portree Harbour and Talisker Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Aros Experience and Aros Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking. Visit our Skeabost travel guide
Is Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1 km) from Skeabost Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre and The Lump. Apothecary's Tower and A.C.E Target Sports Skye are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Traditional Croft Cottage Overlooking The Snizort River - Portree, Isle Of Skye Reviews
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Exceptional
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We enjoyed our stay very much. The cottage was perfect for us. The location is very good, you can reach all interessting spots in a moderate time. The communication with the owner was very good. I hope we can come back soon!
Great location. SO GLAD we stayed here and not directly on Portree. Hosts were so helpful and the cottage is cozy, roomy and we’ll designed. Very comfortable for 4 adults. Perfect location for our home base 3 days in Isle of Skye.
We had a lively time at the River View Cottage. The host was easy to communicate with and made sure we were comfortable during out stay. The cottage was well appointed and we loved to 10 minute commute to Portree. This cottage is located within 30mins of most of the major attractions on Skye.
Our stay at the cottage was truly unforgettable, exceeding all expectations. The location offered breathtaking views and tranquility, making it the perfect escape. Every detail within the cottage showcased thoughtful care and attention. We especially appreciated the warm hospitality and helpfulness of the host. Thank you for creating such a wonderful experience for our holiday.
I’ve enjoyed your lovely property it was a pleasure to stay in, we had everything that was needed and it was beautiful and clean.
The location was great close run to Portree and easy travel to other locations we were interested in.
The views were spectacular we will highly recommend this venue for other stays.
Our only problem was finding the correct driveway in the dark.
Kim
This was the perfect stay for our Isle of Skye trip. It was clean, cozy and charming and the hosts were kind and accommodating. It had everything we needed and then some. We loved how cozy the living room was with the electric fireplace. In addition, waking up to the beautiful views and saying good morning to our sheep neighbors made it feel even more cozy. The location was prime since we weren’t far from Portree and other main sites. I would recommend saying here.
Comfortable bed with nice bed linen. We found the address a bit confusing to find. Easy parking, although the turn into driveway is tight in one direction. Lovely view. Not far from Portree. Biscuits were nice but would have preferred real milk instead of sachets that were provided. Host was responsive.
The River View Cottage on The Isle of Skye in very beautiful surroundings. It is remote and quiet, but easily accessible from the main road A850. The cottage is very clean with a wonderfully appointed kitchen for those who enjoy their home cooking. Turn left from the driveway on A850 and it's a 7 minute drive to Portree, with a large CO OP supermarket that carries a selection equal to a large city market. We will definitely stay in this cottage again, should we plan a 4th vacation to Skye.
The cottage was sparkling clean and the views of the river were beautiful. There was everything you needed to cook with available and the co-op supermarket in Portree a 5 minute drive away is more than adequate. There are two bedrooms upstairs and one downstairs which is good if anyone has mobility issues. Everything worked perfectly including the heating, WiFi and shower. Tip: look out for the sign that says "Deas Graemar Croft no 4 Crepigill" by the road and keep driving, then you'll see the River View Cottage sign.
The cottage just out of Portree was an excellent home base for our family of four for three days on the Isle of Skye. The kitchen was very well-equipped and bedrooms were roomy. The shower was a little unusual but there were very good instructions on how to use it, so no issues with that at all. Ample parking. Agnes was great with communication and there were some cookies, coffee, tea and hot chocolate for us - which we enjoyed! We had a slight issue finding the place from the GPS directions were were given, but didn't take too long to find the right location. We had no problems at all with our stay and would recommend it to anyone.
We loved our stay at the river view cottage near Portree. It had everything we needed for our 3 nights stay and served as a great base for exploring the isle of Skye. It’s so nice to have a quiet place to retreat to after a day out on the very heavily touristed isle. We had the basics for making simple meals which turned out to be essential since Portree is so crowded and it’s difficult to find a restaurant with an opening. Having a washing machine was a definite advantage since most trails were muddy. The little heating stove was a welcome treat when returning home cold and wet. The house was immaculate and quite comfortable. I would highly recommend it!
This traditional Croft cottage was well apportioned and has a picturesque location. The kids Chen was well well stocked with the necessary pots, plates, etc. The only suggestion we had would be to increase the signage for the property on the road, by at least 20 times. The driveway is shared with a neighbor and the sign is easily overlooked.
However, signage aside, you couldn’t hope to have a more gracious hostess than Agnes. She was prompt with all communications and checked to be sure we had settled in. Great stay and many happy memories.
Becki C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Steve
30 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A terrific stay
Steve
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peifang
2 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a great location for outing. The owner is super friendly and very responsive.
This cottage felt less like a place to stay and more like a place to breathe again. The tranquility, the astonishing views, the sounds of sheep and horses in the distance, and the endless skies created a kind of stillness that was deeply healing. Sitting with coffee in the early mornings and watching the light move across the hills was pure peace.
The cottage itself was cozy, comfortable, and beautifully situated just outside of town — secluded enough to feel restorative, yet central enough to easily explore the area. The views from the bedrooms were breathtaking.
The host was incredibly helpful and easy to reach. We did get briefly lost arriving because we relied on GPS rather than the written directions provided, so I strongly recommend following the host’s instructions exactly. Once we did, everything was seamless.
A truly unforgettable stay. This place restored something in me.