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The Homer

Comfortable vacation home near Skye Museum of Island Life

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Beach nearby
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House, 2 Bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
House, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Smart TV, DVD player
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 48 sq m

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8 Hungladder, Kilmuir, Portree, Scotland, IV51 9YT
  • Popular LocationFlora Macdonald's Grave16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSkye Museum of Island Life17 min walk
  • Popular LocationQuiraing12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Homer

Comfortable vacation home near Skye Museum of Island Life
This smoke-free vacation home features a picnic area, free breakfast, and free self parking. The vacation home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. The bathroom is shared and housekeeping is not available.
This vacation home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Bed rails
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Built in 1941
  • Soundproofing
  • Traditional architecture

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in after 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in after 9 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Homer House Portree
Homer Portree
The Homer Portree
The Homer Private vacation home
The Homer Private vacation home Portree

About the neighborhood

Portree

Located in Portree, this vacation home is in the historical district and near the beach. Portree Harbour and Talisker Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Quiraing. Skye Museum of Island Life and Dunvegan Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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What's nearby

  • Flora Macdonald's Grave - 16 min walk
  • Skye Museum of Island Life - 17 min walk
  • Duntulm Castle - 5 min drive
  • Quiraing - 12 min drive
  • The Fairy Glen - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Galley Cafe & Takeaway - 9 min drive
  • Bakur Bar - 7 min drive
  • The Ferry Inn - 8 min drive
  • Pier Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Uig Café - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Homer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Homer?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Homer?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours, for a fee of GBP 10.

What time is check-out at The Homer?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Homer located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Skye Museum of Island Life and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Quiraing. Portree Harbour is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout est propre .il n y a rien à dire concernant cette location. Elle est parfaite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019