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Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 125382.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye

Scottish short term rental licence number
HI-10417-F

The house is recently built and extremely well appointed. It faces south onto the delightfully secluded Loch Long. There is plenty of opportunity for walking, sailing, fishing, kayaking and other outdoor activities directly from the front door and in the immediate area. For greater variety the isle of Skye is only 30 minutes away by car.
The property is large (380m2) and comprises a master bedroom suite, two further double bedrooms and a twin bedroom (on the ground floor) all with luxurious en-suite facilities, as well as a double and a twin room sharing a large bathroom. There is a spacious and well equipped kitchen/diner, a separate dining/sitting room with seating for 12 people, a large sitting room and a huge games room with seating and a table tennis table. For outdoor enthusiasts there is a boot room to store your equipment and a separate drying room. Most bedrooms and the main living areas benefit from the amazing views.
Outside there is a huge south facing patio area with tables and seating for 12 which enjoys extensive loch and mountain views in all directions. The hillside garden contains additional secluded seating areas and extends to approximately 3 acres. At the side and back of the house there is ample parking space.

All the usual facilities are contained within the house, including dishwasher, washing machine, TV, DVD player and DVDs, WiFi, books, games etc.

All photos are of the house or taken directly from the house....and I didn't have to stand on tip toes and stick my arms up in the air to get them!

Property manager

Ged Elliott

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 5382.0 sq ft (500 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a travel cot available upon request

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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-10417-F

About the area

Map
Dornie, SCT

What's nearby

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Loch Carron - 13 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Skye Bridge - 15 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Plockton Harbour - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Five Sisters of Kintail - 26 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Kyle Of Lochalsh Station - 25 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lochcarron Bistro and Gift Shop - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waterside Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Manuela's Wee Bakery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye located?

This family-friendly Kyle holiday home is located by the sea, 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Eilean Donan Castle, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Glas Eilean and Glen Shiel. Loch Carron and Skye Bridge are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Large newly built luxury property with superb views of Kintail, close to Skye Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 84 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David C.

Dornie Retrear
House was great for family holiday with lots of space and spectacular views. Good location for visiting Skye and surrounding areas. Kids loved the table tennis. Well equipped in some aspects but kitchen could have done with a bit of a deep clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff W.

Spacious, well equipped house in beautiful setting.
Spacious, warm and well equipped house in a gorgeous setting overlooking Loch Long.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Nice big house for a very comfortable stay. Plenty of rooms and comfy beds. Well stocked kitchen as well. Views around the property are very scenic and help one immensely to unwind. Overall, we had a very comfortable stay and a great experience. We will surely prefer this property again in future and recommend it anyone with a large enough group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient home base for hiking the Highlands
Bunloyne was the ideal house for our group of 7 hiking friends to explore the area in the northwest part of Scotland. It had great shared spaces, large kitchen for food preparation and enough bathrooms for everyone! The views from the house are sublime. The house is very close to the Eilean Donan castle, and is very convenient to Skye. We also took road trips to Inverness and Ben Nevis/Fort William but be aware that driving in Scotland takes longer than you might think. Gerard was responsive and a good host.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Overall, the stay was great! The house was big and the host provided a lot of extra niceties. The only problem we had was inconsistent internet and wifi, but that is to be expected with a rural property. We also found the front door difficult to lock, although as Americans, we may have just not understood how the lock worked.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pawel K., Renfrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Fantastic house Fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chemaqua Managers and Spouses
The property was very nice and the house was in good shape once we got there. Getting there was a little difficult as the area is very remote but we made it. The location is very close to the entrance to the Isle of Skye making it ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

suzanne w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Days in the lovely Scottish Highlands
Bunloyne is simply lovely! Nestled in the mountains with its views of Loch Long, we could not have envisioned a more perfect spot to gather with friends to savor the peace and beauty of the Scottish Highlands. The spaciousness and comfort of the house coupled with a spectacular view from each window was wonderful and prompted us to appreciate what was nearby without the need to travel far. Our hikes from the house were our favorites with their amazing views, sheep, and highland cattle. We loved hearing the stories of those who lived nearby and, meeting their well-trained and beloved dogs! Hiking on the nearby Isle of Skye and hearing the music of Phil Cunningham and Aly Bain during an evening in Portree was delightful. And on our visits to Plockton, we imagined an encounter with Hamish Macbeth. We frequently Manuelas' Wee Bakery and enjoyed the laughter and warmth of a Durney pub. Thank you, Gerard for sharing your lovely home. And to the many gracious folks who call the Scottish High lands their home, be well. We'll hope to visit once again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family trip
Our family spent three weeks at Bunloyne in July and August. The house is beautifully designed, spacious, well-appointed, and in an extraordinary location. Looking over Loch Long was a special treat, no matter the weather. Ged was a perfect host. He responded to questions quickly and helpfully, and he gave us great advice about local restaurants. Five stars all around! Don N
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 9 loved our stay!
We are a family of 9 ( 3 children ages 2, 7, 14)and 6 adults. This beautiful home fit our needs perfectly! The kitchen was generously stocked with plates, glasses, cutlery, pots and pans to accommodate our cooking. We noted how clean, new and luxurious our bed linens were in the house, and we all slept well in our bedrooms. The view from the house of Loch Long is outstanding and we would definitely visit again! Our stay was exceptional, and enjoyed by all in our family group!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views but a little remote
We had a wonderful stay with family and friends and got to experience the Lochcarron Highland Games. This place was spacious and we had room to spread out and enjoy magnificent views. It was pretty remote so be prepared for a ten to fifteen drive to any pub or market. There were some plumbing issues but as there were six bathrooms, we were fine. It was well stocked with anything you could need and we appreciated getting to cook meals at home rather that eating out constantly. The small washer and dryer were helpful but if you’re from the states, be ready for each load to take 4-6 hours from start to finish. Would definitely recommend this for large groups who need a getaway from the city.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Every room a view
Wonderful location, very beautiful and peaceful. Very large, comfortable house. Host is very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jawahar P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sallachy
Wonderful property and amazing views from the house. The pictures and description on the website grossly understated the beautiful experience. Best stay till date.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
Three generations of our family had a great 7 night holiday in this modern well equipped house with great space and a games room. The location is tranquil with excellent views of of loch and mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical location
Three generations - nine people. Plenty of space. Large rooms. Many amenities. Spectacular views. Private, but not isolated. Saw a double rainbow that had us oohing and ahhing with delight. Visited Kyleakin, Portree, Uig on Skye and back to Kyle of Lochalsh, Inverness, Plockton, Dornie. Dined out, and loved coming back to Bunloyne for the night. All in all a memorable, delightful experience for my 80th birthday!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brandon F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ruined by a terrible host.
My review is not on the quality of the stay (which is ok... very dated in parts, complicated appliances, poorly functioning dryer, LONG drive in from town and hard to find with navigation), but rather on the host. We checked out on a Friday and left the place as it was when we checked in. There were no issues with the property, and our communication with the host was minimal (except when he tried to pressure us into allowing a multiple-hour electrical inspection during our stay, which we declined). On Saturday, the host messaged us accusing us of breaking a bed, without providing photos. No beds were broken. Unless he is talking about a bed slat, which several beds had missing ones? The beds were fine during out stay. Considering the place was booked the night we left, assuming if there actually is any damage it was caused by the next guest. We have been traveling since we left, and I don't check my email on the weekends. I arrive home after 24 hours of travel on Monday to find him "politely" letting me know he would be charging me a damage fee of $305. Still no photos. He claimed I had not responded. I responded minutes later asking questions, but no response from him until this evening when he claims to have sent photos to Vrbo (since I raised a dispute with them). Go elsewhere, unless you want to be accused of things you didn't do, billed hundreds of dollars extra, and then not sent any evidence.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location
A really fantastic house in a really stunning location! The pictures do not do it justice! More spacious than we had expected! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Year break at Dornie
This is a fabulous property and we can’t rate it highly enough. Beautifully furnished, lots of space even when all beds are occupied. Very warm and comfortable. Kitchen very well stocked and amazing views - from any window! Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison Callum

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay with captivating views
Excellent stay, as an enjoyable experience all round. Amazing views, a fabulous location in the Highlands, a well-appointed house with some beautiful aspects and tasteful furnishing. Very spacious, which is a great benefit for a large group. Only thing lacking was a stove or open fire, which may be for good reason. We generally like the focal point of this, though the house was very warm and clearly well-insulated. Thank you for a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in a perfect location
Nine of us including three kids and a grandmother loved the property. Beautiful house, well equipped with space (and peace) for everyone. Cooking was a pleasure in the kitchen, everything you need is there. The boot room was very handy and had ample room to keep everyone's kit. Location is stunning, views wherever you are in the house and there are easy walks from the front door. We couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maya J.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2022 Stay with Family
We loved our stay here! Property was clean, plenty of room for all, and a beautiful location. Ping pong table was an extra bonus. Owner was easy to communicate with and check in and out very smooth. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dr Gavin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Views
Great large property ideal for extended family holiday. Wonderful views from almost every window and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location overlooking Loch Long
The house is clean, tidy and well-equipped, with everything a group of ten or twelve people would need for a week. The views over Loch Long from almost every room is excellent. It's a wonderful, out of the way location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine a.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view!
Very comfortable stay in well equipped property with amazing view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is beautifully located and extremely comfortable
Located above the Loch, the house is beautifully positioned for views and with large windows in every direction, you can drink in the scenery as it changes through the day. The bedrooms are all a great size with comfortable beds, with soft bedding , lots of room for clothes and bedding and the bathrooms have fantastic showers. The living space is huge with capacity for 12 people//3 families to find together and alone time. The kitchen and utility room have every necessity and the boot room and drying room are fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you Gef
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022