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The Homer

3.5 star property
Family-friendly vacation home in Kilmuir with free breakfast

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House, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located close to Skye Museum of Island Life, The Homer provides free continental breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 48 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Homer

Family-friendly vacation home in Kilmuir with free breakfast
This smoke-free vacation home features a picnic area, free breakfast, and free self parking. The vacation home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. The bathroom is shared and housekeeping is not available.
This vacation home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Bed rails
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Picnic area

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Built in 1941
  • Soundproofing
  • Traditional architecture

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in after 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in after 9 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Homer House Portree
Homer Portree
The Homer Kilmuir
The Homer Private vacation home
The Homer Private vacation home Kilmuir

About the neighborhood

Located in Kilmuir, this vacation home is in the historical district and near the beach. Dunvegan Castle is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portree Harbour and Talisker Distillery. Skye Museum of Island Life and Quiraing are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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8 Hungladder, Kilmuir, Kilmuir, Scotland, IV51 9YT

What's nearby

  • Flora Macdonald's Grave - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Skye Museum of Island Life - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Duntulm Castle - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • The Fairy Glen - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Dunvegan Castle - 49 min drive - 41.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galley Takeaway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Flodigarry House Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Highland Deli & Takeaway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Anchorage Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pier Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Homer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Homer?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Homer?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours, for a fee of GBP 10.

What time is check-out at The Homer?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Homer located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Skye Museum of Island Life and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Quiraing. Portree Harbour is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away.

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The Homer Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout est propre .il n y a rien à dire concernant cette location. Elle est parfaite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

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