- Talk directly to the people who look after the house
- Self check-in with a smart lock from 5pm
- Four en-suite bedrooms, sleeps 8
Welcome
A luxury holiday house in central Portree, Isle of Skye
A Victorian country house, built in 1889, set in its own garden on Staffin Road. Portree's harbour, shops and restaurants are a short walk away.
Inside, period character meets calm, modern comfort. There are wooden floors and staircases, a wood-burning fire in the living room, and a custom-made dining table that looks out over Loch Portree. All four bedrooms are en-suite.
It is a house for families and friends who want to explore Skye by day and come home to somewhere warm, spacious and quiet.
Rated 4.95from 101 Airbnb reviews
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8 guests4 bedrooms · 4.5 bathrooms
Inside the house
Room to gather, room to rest
Three floors of space. Living, dining and the kitchen are downstairs. Three en-suite bedrooms are on the first floor. A bright king bedroom with its own en-suite sits in the loft, under the skylights.
Ground floor
Dining and living
Six seats at the dining table, with views over Loch Portree. A wood-burning fire and a 65-inch 4K smart TV in the living room.
First floor
Three en-suite bedrooms
Two kings and a double, each with its own bathroom. The principal bedroom has a freestanding bath and views of the hills and the loch.
Second floor
The loft
A bright king bedroom under the skylights, with its own en-suite bath and a sloping ceiling.
The essentials, done well
Everything you need for a week on Skye
Wood-burning fire
In the living room, with fireplace guards
En-suite for every bedroom
Four en-suites plus a downstairs powder room
Freestanding bath
In the principal bedroom's en-suite
Fully equipped kitchen
Double oven, dishwasher and filter coffee
Loch Portree views
Towards the hills and the Cuillin
65-inch smart TV
4K, with Netflix and Prime
Sound throughout
Four Alexa speakers and Bluetooth sound
Utility room
Washing machine, drying rack, heated rails
Garden and parking
Fenced back garden, 2 driveway parking spaces
Fast Wi-Fi
33 Mbps, plus a workspace with a door
Self check-in
Smart lock, arrive from 5pm
Family friendly
Cot, travel cot and high chair
Guest reviews
Rated 4.95 from 101 Airbnb reviews
“Amazing, magical stay on Skye. The house is fantastic with unbelievable views.”
Emily · September 2026
“The living room with the fireplace was a wonderful place to warm up after hiking.”
Rachel · March 2026
“It has to be the best location in Portree. It's walkable to everything yet completely private.”
Monika · July 2026
Explore Skye
Portree on the doorstep, the island within reach
Walk into town for the harbour, shops and restaurants. Then drive out to the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing or Neist Point, and be home by the fire for supper. Most of Skye is within an hour.
- Old Man of Storrabout 12 min
- Talisker Distilleryabout 27 min
- Dunvegan Castleabout 32 min
- The Quiraingabout 35 min
- Neist Point Lighthouseabout 1 hr 5 min
Approximate drive times from the house.
In our guests' words
“A short walk takes you to the centre of Portree, and as much as we enjoyed the restaurants and shops there, we equally enjoyed relaxing at the Oberoi House and enjoying its views and comforts.”
Patrick · April 2024
Good to know
Questions before you book
Anything else? Call us on +44 7555 536627 or send us a message.
Is there a benefit to booking direct?
Yes. You deal with us, the people who look after the house, from your first question to the day you leave.
What is parking like?
There are 2 free parking spaces on our driveway. It is steep with a narrow turn, so we recommend experienced drivers for larger vehicles. Free on-street and public parking is nearby.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 5pm and check-out is by 10am. You let yourself in with a smart lock, and we send clear directions and instructions before you arrive.
Can we bring our dog?
Sorry, pets are not allowed in the house. It is also non-smoking, and we do not accept parties or events. Thank you for understanding.
Book direct
Your stay on Skye starts here
- Talk directly to the team who look after the house
- Self check-in with a smart lock from 5pm
- Four en-suite bedrooms, a short walk from the harbour
