Last Minute Cottages in Isle of Skye

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Gavin - Verified booking

  My family's lasting memory of our recent trip will be the disgusting attitude of the owner's representative who was as grossly unpleasant as she was unprofessional.

  On our departure day, the woman allowed herself into the property via the locked front door at 9.50am and then proceeded to openly insult my wife, in front of my son and daughter, as we were "lazy, lazy people" who "can't read simple instructions" (the departure time was 10am). When my pregnant wife - who has been suffering with morning sickness - explained that we hadn't realised her rules were quite so rigid but if she'd allow us 15 minutes, we'd have the bags packed into the car and the property tidied to the standard we found it, she was dismissed again as "lazy" and told she should have "got up sooner". When I suggested that her shocking treatment of guests wasn't exactly best business practise she laughed it off stating: "we're booked through all next summer". What made the entire episode more galling was the fact that she wasn't even expecting her next unsuspecting customers until the following day, so she'd literally gone out of her way to show up early and show my children that the Isle of Skye isn't just scenic walks, fun adventures and natural beauty. When I told her I would apologise to my kids for having the misfortune of meeting such a rude woman she replied: "They'll meet much worse than me in Glasgow," which I felt summed up her view of the her lower-class guests, who should be more obedient when they are allowed to pay through the nose to stay at her property. Otherwise, Riverside Cottage is a cosy, modern, well-equipped home in a magnificent location.

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• Anthony - Verified booking

  Exceptional property 10/10 across the board Mr & Mrs Lamont our contacts for the property were lovely to deal with and extremely helpful.

  The cottage itself was a wonderful place to return to after a long days hiking round the islands picturesque sights, with it underfloor heating, hot hot showers and the well equipped kitchen to make your eagerly anticipated dinner it was home from home. then you had the luxury of stretching out and chilling out in the lounge area on the sofas with their built in footrests and watch tv. This property comes highly recommended if you want Space, luxury it might not appeal to those who might want a traditional style accommodation but if you want a beautifully appointed cottage with lots of space and all the creature comforts treat yourself to a stay at Riverside Cottage, like the rest of the island it is wonderful and we can't wait to return to Skye and hopefully we can book Riverside Cottage again if its fame and popularity allows. Mr. A. Cole

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• Stephen - Verified booking

  Riverside Cottage is an absolutely delightful home from home.

  Beautifully located with tremendous views across the loch and an ideal base to explore this wonderful part of Skye. Remote yet only 10 minutes from the excellent Coop and all the facilities of Portree. The cottage is very modern, extremely comfortable, well laid out with a magnificent kitchen diner that flows through to a spacious lounge with log fire and further sitting area with windows on 3 sides to relax and enjoy the views. It has all the appliances, kitchen and dining facilities you could ever wish for, all of top quality. The owner lives nearby and is quickly available if needed and very caring. This was our second of we hope many future visits.

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• Brandon - Verified booking

  This holiday rental is absolutely outstanding.

  There's nothing the owner hasn't thought of. Even a beautiful bunch of yellow roses left to welcome you and little boxes of chocs and tablet. The views from the livingroom area are just awesome to watch the wildlife and the ever changing weather from. I honestly can't recommend Riverside cottage enough. It's more than 5 star, it's absolute perfection. Peaceful, tranquil, spotlessly clean, ideal location for everything on the Island. Didn't want to leave and would return in a heartbeat. I've been renting properties on Skye for 20 years and Riverside has everything spot on and more. Attention to detail inside and out just PERFECT.

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• Dionne - Verified booking

  The pgoperty and it's surroundings are a dream come true for any holiday renter.

  Spotlessly clean throughout with absolutely everything you could need to hand. The Beds and their rooms are super comfy light and airy. Fantastic power showers and huge bath to soak away your troubles. We had an amazing time and would definitely return. We met Mr Lamont and he was a Joy to speak to, very informative and helpful too. We have stated in many properties around the Scottish highlands and Islands, and Nowhere has even come close to being as stunning as this house and it's facilities. We spent a fabulous birthday week, the log fire was perfect, the owners even left a birthday card and bottle of wine and fudge

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