Entire home

Comfortable property with ample space and views of the 5 sisters of Kintail

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Comfortable property with ample space and views of the 5 sisters of Kintail

Beach
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Spa
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Glenshiel, Scotland
  • Eilean Donan Castle
    10 min drive
  • Five Sisters of Kintail
    12 min drive
  • Skye Bridge
    21 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

About the area

Kyle

Located in Kyle, this vacation home is a 1-minute drive from Glen Shiel and 10 minutes from Eilean Donan Castle. .This vacation home is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Five Sisters of Kintail and 12 mi (19.3 km) from Glenelg Brochs.

What's nearby

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Five Sisters of Kintail - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Loch Carron - 19 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Skye Bridge - 21 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive - 61.0 km

Getting around

  • Duirinish Station - 21 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shielshop & FiveSisters Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chocolates of Glenshiel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jac-o-Bite - ‬2 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.

Comfortable property with ample space and views of the 5 sisters of Kintail

Situated in Glenshiel - one of the most hauntingly beautiful glens in Scotland - surrounded by the Kintail mountains and around the corner from Loch Duich, Woodlands is a warm and welcoming house with a 20ft square lounge and fantastic large kitchen. The mountainous views from the house are wonderful. Its huge lounge has a fabulous view of the Saddle, a mountain much revered by hillwalkers, and the Five Sisters at sunset are a sight to behold from the snug, a small room for anyone wanting some downtime. The kitchen, whilst not enjoying views of the Saddle and Five Sisters, does still have a great view and is extremely popular with its large table and warm atmosphere. Four bath/shower rooms ensure there aren't lengthy queues in the morning or evening. With large grounds to explore and plenty of games in the house, children love Woodlands (little ones will need supervising as part of the garden is steep and boggy as there is a spring running down the back).Please note for dog owners the garden is secure however goats and other wild life can sometimes breach the fencing without our knowledge. We would recommend checking the fencing out with the enclosed inner garden area before allowing your dog /dogs to run free within the extended plot.

With 22 Munros in the area, the Five Sisters ridge and the Saddle accessed directly from the house, Woodlands is perfect for hillwalkers. For ramblers there are countless mid and low level walks of all descriptions - lochside, forest, glen, waterfall (Falls of Glomach)l, river and sea shore. The house is also perfect for large family get-togethers and being on the A87, it is ideally placed for those wishing to tour by car.

There is pony-trekking a couple of hundred yards away and many types of boat trips from seal-spotting trips to glass-bottom boats. Attadale and Armadale gardens are within easy reach and Eilean Donan Castle is only 6 miles away. In addition to all this, the Iron Age brochs of Glenelg are some 11 miles away. The bridge to the Isle of Skye and all it has to offer is 16 miles away. Applecross (on the North Coast 500 route), Glenelg and Knoydart are within easy reach. Torridon and the Nevis Range are also within driving distance.

At the end of the day, Woodlands and its warm and welcoming atmosphere is great to get back to. Dinner around the large dining table is well appreciated as are the extremely comfortable sofas in the lounge. There is also an outside barbeque for use in warmer weather.

Finally, a car isn't necessary as buses from Inverness, Glasgow, Fort William, and Skye stop 100 yards from the house.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI-10235-F EPC band E

Property is also known as

Under new Management. Spacious Welcoming pet Friendly Property
Single Household Bookings Only at Present
Under new Management. Spacious Welcoming pet Friendly Property

Comfortable property with ample space and views of the 5 sisters of Kintail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain walking and time with friends
Our second stay at this lovely property was excellent. Blessed with amazing weather, we climbed many hills, conquered the In Pinn on Skye, and paddle boarded and swam in the beautiful Loch Duich. The house is excellent, very comfortable and well equipped. Many thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place close to Skye
This was a great (and convenient!) base for exploring Skye and the northwestern Highlands - and would be perfect for a large group. The hostess was always immediately responsive and thoughtfully provided a great "goodie bag" of food and drink, the house and grounds were tidy and comfortable with all the mod cons (we thanked heaven for the clothes washer and dryer!). I had anticipated having to "rough it" in a relatively-remote area, but this was perfectly lovely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beyond the Pictures
We had a most lovely time at Susan and Moray's gorgeous home. The pictures do not do justice to its beauty. The kitchen is spacious, easy to navigate and perfectly appointed with everything you need. The bedrooms either have a sink in the room or an en-suite bath. The hallway bathtub is a dream. Couches are super comfy to hang out in and enjoy games by the fireplace. Only an hour to Isle of Skye and so much to do within 30 minutes or less: incredible trails, Eilean Donan Castle and delicious chocolate at the Glen Shiel Chocolate Shoppe less than 5 minutes away. Thanks so much for a wonderful place to rest and enjoy the beauty and history of the Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We loved the location. It fit our families needs perfectly.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay.
I had a fantastic stay at this wonderful house. It was spotlessly clean, and the pictures simply don't do it justice. The rooms were incredibly spacious, providing plenty of room to relax and play. The location was perfect, offering breathtaking views of the hills. Overall, a brilliant experience all around. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrika G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking holiday
Great week in beautiful location- very well equipped and cosy house, would like to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Swifties Abroad
This was a darling house right off the road. It was so spacious can clean. It was a lovely stay and such a wonderful hub for our travels in Scotland. Highly recommend for friends or families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C., Collegeville Pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
We chose this location, as it gave us access to the Kintail mountains and Fort William in one direction, and the Isle of Skye in the other. The home was very well maintained and offered us the flexibility of quiet outdoor space and an amazing floor plan inside. From the little goody basket Sue left us, to the use of 2 refrigerators and a washer/dyer, we had everything we needed for the week. The kitchen was the main dining area and we had plenty of seating. The bedrooms and baths were spread out and we never felt on top of each other. Sue was an amazing host and answered all our questions about the house and gave us so many tips on the area and places to stop on our way back to Inverness for our flights. I would highly recommend this location to anyone who is hiking in these areas or doing the site seeing (check out the ferry, not far from the house, that takes you over to the Isle of Skye). Thanks so much for making our stay a pleasurable and memorable one...
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a walking party
Woodlands was perfect for our needs - six adult hillwalkers planning to climb the abundance of hills in Kintail. The property is very large, and all the bedrooms are a good size. The interior is somewhat dated, with kitchen and bathrooms all of the late 80's/ early 90's style, but functional and clean. The bathrooms have some quirks - one of them has a shower and toilet but no sink, another has a bath but no shower, but none of this detracted from our stay. Communication with the owners was very good. Highly recommended - would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in perfect location
Woodlands is a great property for a larger group or multiple families. We had plenty of space and really enjoyed how close it was to the mountains in glen shiel.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic
Never used VRBO before but topnotch.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property in superb mountain setting
We had a great week with our two grown up sons and their partners. House was ideally situated for walking and climbing, including the Glen Shiel area and Skye. Clean, well equipped, spacious and comfortable, the property suited us perfectly, and the games room was brilliant. The owners were helpful and accommodating and all of the arrangements were smooth and friendly. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant house in great location
The house was was appointed and everything worked well. The area itself is beautiful and Shiel Bridge is a perfect location for exploring the Highlands.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Property for a large group
The large lounge and very well appointed kitchen were real bonuses for our group. The friendly and attentive host made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The bedrooms are all a good size and the yard is a nice bonus if the weather permits. The location is an easy drive over to Skye and there are lots of lovely places to visit within a 30 minute drive. Lots of good walking right outside the door, too. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house with stunning views and close to great walks
House has all you need for a great stay heating a little high and set on timer so add to keep turning it down bed a little small but very comfy would go back again but for longer as so much to do
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious house in great location
Ticked all the boxes. We had a super stay. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home to spend Christmas holidays in
Great cosy home for the family with plenty of walks. Good pubs short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne d.

Liked: Cleanliness
1st Class
We were a family of ten, plenty of room for us all. Very cosy ,& exceptionally well kitted out with everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Stayed from Saturday till Tuesday. Would highly recommend to friends and family. Cottage is lovely inside and out. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent,highly recommended
Very beutiful location,and a spotless cozy home we had stayed in alot of places before but this has to be in the top of my list.enjoyed it very much and will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, spacious house, with games room and lovely garden. It was perfect for our family. Location is great and the weather was fantastic. Sue was really helpful and considerate, and the house was spotless when we arrived. We will definitely come back and stay :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alastair R., Linlithgow

Liked: Cleanliness
I love this area as it has a lot to do in the area esp cycling routes.
Well appointed , good standard, comfortable would suit a large group

8/10 Good

Lucy Fredman

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house amongst fantastic scenery!
We chose this property as we were looking for a hill walking holiday. As it is in the heart of wonderful mountains, it did not disappoint and there were many fantastic walks in the immediate area with minimal driving (especially the 5 sisters of Kintail). The house was spotlessly clean, warm, spacious and very comfortable. I particularly appreciated the big freestanding bath after long hill walks! My sons (16 and 21) enjoyed the basket ball. The only drawback was the proximity to the A87 which is a very fast and busy road by highland standards. I am a light sleeper and was disturbed by occassional traffic passing at night and spending time in the garden wasn't really an attractive option due to the noise. If you are wanting to use this property as a base to get out and about in this stunning area, I would recommend it, but if you are wanting to hang out in a rural idyll it's not the best option. The owners were also very friendly and helpful. There was an issue with the cooker not working/electricity fusing on our arrival but they were on the other end of the telephone and came out to sort it immediately. Also very accomodating with slightly more relaxed arrival/departure times. One of my favourite Highland holidays with an unfogettable day walking the 5 sisters ridge!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing break
Superbly clean and well maintained property. Perfect location for us to travel. Friendly and helpful host Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020