Kintillo

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

Reviews

Mrs Urie
February 2019

“Our holiday was thoroughly enjoyed due to the location & breathtaking scenery, ...”

Our holiday was thoroughly enjoyed due to the location & breathtaking scenery, it was in a quiet location yet near enough to access places of interest , the cottage was delightful , clean & so very comfortable, So glad we came across Sykes cottages, on our arrival we were greeted by a lovely bottle of wine from the owners, who made sure we had everything we needed by contacting us & let us know should we need anything else we were just to let them know, cannot fault anything about our holiday ...

Our holiday was thoroughly enjoyed due to the location & breathtaking scenery, it was in a quiet location yet near enough to access places of interest , the cottage was delightful , clean & so very comfortable, So glad we came across Sykes cottages, on our arrival we were greeted by a lovely bottle of wine from the owners, who made sure we had everything we needed by contacting us & let us know should we need anything else we were just to let them know, cannot fault anything about our holiday cottage
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Mrs Gouno August 2018

“I don't know why I did not receive the mails on instructions about how to get the Keys.”

Mobile donot work properly in this area so I phone several times before success. I'm very unhappy about payment. It was done twice on my credit card. Even if cancel is done, the currency fees have been on MY SIDE. This is unacceptable Booking must reimburse these fees.
Mr Shepherd June 2018

“Main bedroom window didn’t open and ransom smell in porch.”
Mrs Hogan May 2018

“We had such a fab week on the Isle of Skye.”

The cottage was homely and large enough for the two of us. We were blessed with warm sunshine all week and we think the cottage would benefit from tables and chairs outside to enjoy our meals in the beautiful surrounding countryside. Nevertheless, this is a minor niggle. Its so peaceful! All you can hear are cuckoos and lambs. I would recommend Kintillo as a great base for holidays, nearby shop sells everything. We will definately return.
Mr Matthews April 2018

“Lovely, warm and comfortable, very well kitted out cottage in an beautiful very quiet location.”

A perfect base for people who love to get a way. Would happily return. Tip: local shop/cafe doesn’t open until 11am. Stocks everything but you have to buy breakfast provisions the day before!
Mr Hannan March 2018

“You want to get away from it all?”

Then this is the place to go. Some people don't know what a treat it is to be away from the internet, FB etc etc. Set in a stunning location in Glendale, Skye, it was so peaceful, tranquil and any other verb you can think of to describe quiet (except for the local sheep who set to serenading me one morning......). There's a wee general store 5 minutes down the road that appears to sell everything; if you feel "web starved" then there's the Cafe Lephin across the road from the Gen Store that offers free WiFi or the Glendale Hall. Kintillo is very well equipped, clean and spacious. The cottage is friendly to responsible dog owners, we took our Springer, Mika, and had him on the leash most of the time which is no problem. Once you get "out and about" there will be opportunities to let your dog run fairly free. Just be extra vigilant and observe the countryside common sense rules. A car is certainly needed to get around though there is the Skye bus service which can whizz you to places of interest; car needed to visit the Fair Pools though. The owner, Anne, sent a great e-mail to us with contact details, some of the local rules, local information etc. I had occasion to phone Anne for something or other and she was very pleasant, welcoming and courteous to a fault. Beware the potholes!! I mean it!
Mr Masson February 2018

“No - everything was well presented and to expectation.”

No Wi-Fi for certain providers
Chris W February 2018

“Peaceful isolation”

Lovely cottage, quiet and peaceful, yet short walk to a shop which is like Alladin’s cave, you can literally buy anything, the cottage itself is very well appointed and very warm, one word of caution for people staying with young children the water coming out of the hot tap is nearly boiling, not a problem to us, but be aware. All in all a lovely stay made more pleasurable by watching the local sheep visiting to cut the grass.
Mr Pryke September 2017

“Excellent property set in a beautiful glen close to the sea.”

Skye is a great place to walk and explore.
Mr Moeller August 2017

“It was the most beautiful house we ever rented so far in Scotland.”

Stunning views with every weather you can imagine. The Whisky-Cabinet has been a very surprising special! We did not miss anything at all!
Mrs Stone July 2017

“Owners are very helpful.”
Mrs Bridges June 2017

“Sadly, it hardly stopped raining for the whole week!”

However, as our cottage was comfortable and warm, it was an inviting place to return to after another wet walk!
JenniferandMartin October 2015

“Lovely spacious & modern cottage close to scenic Dunvegan”

We recently came to the Isle of Skye and stayed at Kintillo Cottage for 7 nights. The cottage is in Glendale, a quiet and picturesque village just outside Dunvegan. The view from the cottage is picturesque with views of the surrounding hills and sheep roaming freely. There are no cottages in front of you so there is a lovely feeling of peace and being somewhere remote and almost untouched. The cottage has a very spacious and well equipped kitchen with all the pots and herbs you would need, plus the basic essentials to get you started. I even baked a cake! The living room is very comfy with plenty of seating and a large flat screen tv. There are two bedrooms, 1 large double and 1 smaller room with 2 single beds. The cottage is very clean and well decorated. It looks modern but homely. We really enjoyed our stay and it was a great base to explore the island and nearby Raasay. Other amenities close by include village shop/post office, a couple of cafes, plenty of craft/galleries and it's a short drive from the Michelin star 'Three Chinneys' restaurant. I would definitely recommend this cottage. We had a wonderful stay.
AGrubb001 October 2013

“Great cottage,well kitted out,in a lovely area.”

A fantastic cottage in a lovely quiet part of skye, great base to explore the island. To many places to itemise but the quiraing,the old man of storr,and the cuillin hills are a must.
Mikivy June 2013

“An Excellent Holiday Cottage”

Stayed in K in the last week in May and were lucky with the weather. I fully recommend the cottage which is modern inside, extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need - literally a home from home. The central heating is spot on as is the variety of cutlery and crockery all of which is spotless. The view across the river is beautiful and the location is good for touring the whole island. Loved it and will book again.
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2012

“Ideal Cottage in Great Location”

Kintillo is an ideal base for an enjoyable holiday. A true home from home, this cottage has everything you need. Situated in an great location, remote enough for that 'get away from it all' feeling, but a 5-10 minute walk away from the local village shop which was well stocked. Great base to come back to after a long day out exploring the local walks. Bottle of wine on arrival is a lovely touch. Will certainly be back.
EHHT June 2012

“Magic Kintillo”

We had the most incredible time here. The cottage is so perfect as a holiday rental...neutral enough decor that it feels calm, but with just a few small touches to make it feel very homely and cozy and it's obviously very loved. Being teetotal, we were left some fizzy drinks instead of the usual bottle of wine, which felt unbelievably welcoming after a long day's journey from London. The cottage was impeccably clean, the heating is straightforward to understand, there's a deluxe flat screen tv with DVD player, a fantastic power shower but also a bath if you need a soak after a long walk plus a dishwasher, washing machine and dryer (although we dried our clothes on the line and they smelt so good afterwards). Also it's dog-friendly, which is important if you are a dog owner who likes to take your dog on holiday with you! The kitchen was well stocked and we had local oysters and scallops one night from the oyster place just beyond the Talisker distillery. They were delicious and such a treat, but very reasonably priced compared to eating them in a restaurant. As it was summer, the days were very long, but we both slept like kings as the bedroom has good blackout blinds and it's so deeply peaceful there. The cottage is situated on the outskirts a lovely little village called Glendale. The views are uplifting and you can see the sea quite close by, and it's about a 10 min walk away. Willie Campbell the owner advised me to stock up in a supermarket beforehand so we did that, but actually the co-op in Portree isn't too far away. Also Glendale is blessed with the excellent RedRoof cafe which serves beautiful lunches and tempting baked goods and their coffee is obviously sourced by people who wouldn't settle for anything less than an excellent cup of coffee. It ended up being somewhere we went a lot! We also had a meal at the Three Chimneys which was, as expected from a Michelin starred restaurant, very sophisticated food. The holiday was just what I needed and I felt completely different when I came back to London. The beauty of Skye is phenomenal and it's hard not to feel affected by it on a profound level. Kintillo was a wonderful base to experience Skye and I hope to return there as soon as possible.
A FlipKey verified reviewer October 2011

“Relax in beautiful surroundings”

If you are looking for a complete holiday then this is it. Finding a holiday that allows you to relax whilst still entertaining 2 active teeenagers is not easy. Skye has it all, Fishing, walking scenery, castles, dining etc and to enjoy all this Kintillo is the ideal setting. We had lovely weather for the week and even the feared midges didn't bother us.
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2011

“great base to see everythomg around”

the house was excellant the children loved the freedom and the view . A great base to see everthing around and pleanty to do if you wish or just relaxing
Lover of Skye December 2009

“Peace and tranquillity guaranteed”

The cottage was very well appointed with all mod cons. It was a true haven with many although quiet, very beautiful spots to visit. Not too far from The Three Chimneys restaurant,which although expensive offered superb food. The whole stay in this beautiful part of Skye was very relaxing and we were blessed with unusually good weather which added to the enjoyment of our stay. We have no qualms at all about returning here in the future!
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2009

“Wonderful cottage on a beautiful island”

We've been travelled to the Isle of Skye for several times and love this place. The cottage is situated on a beautiful hillside and inside you find everything you need. A lovely place to stay!

Features

Off road parking
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher

The property

Dunvegan 8 miles. A traditional detached property in a quiet hillside position, just half a mile from the sea, in the hamlet of Holmisdale, on the north-west of the Isle of Skye.

With wonderful uninterrupted views over the countryside, this cosy property has been finished to a good standard, and is comfortable and well equipped, ideal for families wishing to explore this mystical isle.

Enjoy the spectacular scenery, take advantage of the area's numerous outdoor pursuits, or simply sit back and relax in these stunning Scottish surroundings.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC. Fitted kitchen with dining area. Bright sitting room with additional dining table.

Amenities

Oil central heating
Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, video, DVD player, stereo/CD player, selection of video/DVDs
Fuel & power inc. in rent
Bed linen & towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 3 cars
Gravelled, cottage style gardens to the front of the property
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop/Post Office/licensed restaurant 5 mins walk, pub 8 miles.

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About the location

DUNVEGAN

Portree 22 miles.

The village of Dunvegan is set in the north west of Skye and contains a mixture of traditional stone and modern houses, along with a selection of shops and hotels. About a mile from the village is Dunvegan Castle, home to the Clan MacLeod, who have continuously occupied the castle since the 13th century. Only four miles away is the famous Three Chimneys Restaurant, a must for all foodies, and just a 10 minute walk away is the very popular Old School Restaurant, also worth a visit. Also in the area are the Cullin Mountains with their fantastic rock forms and pinnacles, which many climbers would put at the top of their list. Other attractions on the Isle are plentiful - visit the Talisker Distillery or Portree, the island’s only town, set around its natural harbour, which boasts an excellent range of shops, hotels and restaurants, and also offers Sea Eagle trips from the pier, which are extremely popular.

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Reviews

“Our holiday was thoroughly enjoyed due to the location & breathtaking scenery, ...”

“I don't know why I did not receive the mails on instructions about how to get the Keys.”

“Main bedroom window didn’t open and ransom smell in porch.”

“We had such a fab week on the Isle of Skye.”

“Lovely, warm and comfortable, very well kitted out cottage in an beautiful very quiet location.”

“You want to get away from it all?”

“No - everything was well presented and to expectation.”

“Peaceful isolation”

“Excellent property set in a beautiful glen close to the sea.”

“It was the most beautiful house we ever rented so far in Scotland.”

“Owners are very helpful.”

“Sadly, it hardly stopped raining for the whole week!”

“Lovely spacious & modern cottage close to scenic Dunvegan”

“Great cottage,well kitted out,in a lovely area.”

“An Excellent Holiday Cottage”

“Ideal Cottage in Great Location”

“Magic Kintillo”

“Relax in beautiful surroundings”

“great base to see everythomg around”

“Peace and tranquillity guaranteed”

“Wonderful cottage on a beautiful island”

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About the location

DUNVEGAN

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Reviews

“Our holiday was thoroughly enjoyed due to the location & breathtaking scenery, ...”

“I don't know why I did not receive the mails on instructions about how to get the Keys.”

“Main bedroom window didn’t open and ransom smell in porch.”

“We had such a fab week on the Isle of Skye.”

“Lovely, warm and comfortable, very well kitted out cottage in an beautiful very quiet location.”

“You want to get away from it all?”

“No - everything was well presented and to expectation.”

“Peaceful isolation”

“Excellent property set in a beautiful glen close to the sea.”

“It was the most beautiful house we ever rented so far in Scotland.”

“Owners are very helpful.”

“Sadly, it hardly stopped raining for the whole week!”

“Lovely spacious & modern cottage close to scenic Dunvegan”

“Great cottage,well kitted out,in a lovely area.”

“An Excellent Holiday Cottage”

“Ideal Cottage in Great Location”

“Magic Kintillo”

“Relax in beautiful surroundings”

“great base to see everythomg around”

“Peace and tranquillity guaranteed”

“Wonderful cottage on a beautiful island”

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The property

Accommodation

Amenities

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About the location

DUNVEGAN

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