About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Monkstadt No 3 - MacKinnons Lair in Monkstadt offers a spacious, recently renovated apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The property features a private entrance and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a private garden and outdoor seating area, perfect for relaxation. The apartment includes free WiFi, ensuring connectivity during the stay. Convenient Facilities: The apartment provides free on-site private parking, private check-in and check-out services, and express check-in and check-out services. Additional amenities include a dining area, TV, and free toiletries. Local Attractions: Located 83 km from Benbecula Airport, the property offers sea views and easy access to local attractions.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ulrik
    Sweden Sweden
    Perfect getaway for 4 people! Everything was as expected. Main house offered food, breakfast and a drink by the fire too.
  • Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great views of the countryside from the conservatory, well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Very cosy & very friendly staff.
  • Keith
    United States United States
    Beautiful spot overlooking the sea with isle of Lewis in the distance. Very luxurious almost Scandinavian feel to it
  • Claudia
    Italy Italy
    Struttura nuova elegante e molto pulita. Un po’ difficile da trovare ma seguendo le istruzioni si raggiunge facilmente .
  • Ryan
    United States United States
    Stunning location, beautiful property, perfectly clean
  • Juan
    Spain Spain
    Todo fue maravilloso: el lugar, las vistas y el impresionante alojamiento. Sobre todo, las vistas desde el comedor
  • Karin
    Germany Germany
    Ein sehr schönes Cottage mit tollem Ausblick! Die Einrichtung war gut und die Ausstattung sehr toll. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Alles war sauber und liebevoll hergerichtet. Wir würden wieder kommen!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Rural Escapes ( Highland) ltd

Company review score: 8.6Based on 791 reviews from 8 properties
8 managed properties

Company information

R-Escape is a local company set up to provide high quality holiday accommodation on the Isle of Skye in outstanding locations. We have 8 properties available to let now all over the island and have been fortunate to receive some lovely reviews from our visitors. Each property has stunning views and has been furnished to the highest standard. We are a very focussed team and absolutely love what we do and feel exceptionally proud to be able to bring people to Skye and give them a first class experience. Neighbourhood information

Property information

Nestled within the historic Monkstadt 1745 estate, MacKinnons Lair is a thoughtfully restored Highland retreat, offering timeless elegance and exceptional comfort. Accommodating four guests, it features a luxurious king-size bedroom and a stylish twin room. Enjoy panoramic sea views, tranquil surroundings, and unforgettable sunsets - all from the privacy of your own secluded cottage and pet-friendly. A perfect blend of heritage, serenity, and understated luxury in the heart of Skye.

Neighbourhood information

Monkstadt is situated in the township of Linicro. It is close to the village of Uig from where the ferry service runs between Skye and the Outer Hebrides. Portree, the main town on the island is 20 miles away with a range of shops, an arts centre, restaurants and varied leisure pursuits. At Monkstadt you are within a 15 minute drive of Flora Macdonald's Grave and Skye Museum of Island Life. Head to Fairy Glen, Uig and view these cone-shaped hills which look like a Quiraing landslip in miniature another viewpoint to take in is Kilt Rock and the Mealt Falls. Duntulm Castle ruins lie in a dramatic landscape although not directly access it can be viewed from the beach. You can walk The Quiraing one of Scotland's iconic climbs with a complete hill circuit and stunning walking approx. 6.5km round circuit or hike the Old Man of Storr. Have you heard of Callums Road? A single man's feat to build a road to his house by hand on the Isle of Raasay. A great day trip out and an exciting new distillery with whisky tasting on offer. The majestic Eilean Donan Castle has got to be on your bucket list and is instantly recognisable the world over.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Monkstadt No 3 - MacKinnons Lair takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £259 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £259 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: HI- 31493-F