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

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Exterior
Sunset in Autumn from the patio
Dawn in early winter from the patio
Looking down the loch towards the sea. Bunloyne is the white  house on the hill.
View to the west from the patio in winter

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12500 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Dornie, SCT
  • Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Loch Carron
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Five Sisters of Kintail
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs en-suite

2 Single Beds

King Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master en-suite

1 King Bed

Second en-suite

1 Queen Bed

Third en-suite

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a travel cot available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outdoor shoes upstairs

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
Property Registration Number HI-10417-F

About the area

Kyle

Located in Kyle, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Plockton Harbour and Lochcarron Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glas Eilean and Glen Shiel. Travelling with kids? Consider Magpie and Isle of Skye Market Square. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gunner h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfortable

Our stay was incredibly relaxing thanks to this warm and comfortable home. Everything was just as described. It was clean, inviting, and thoughtfully put together. The space had everything we needed for a peaceful stay, and we felt at ease from the moment we walked in. It was the perfect place to unwind, and we truly appreciated how comfortable and homey it felt. The host was responsive and we’d gladly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t want to leave

Amazing location. Beautiful large house with plenty of space for our large group. Owner was helpful and communicated early and completely. One of my daughters said she just wanted to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot!

We had a great time here! Could easily have spent longer. It’s a beautiful secluded spot and a great base for exploring. The table tennis room is also great for rainy days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Annie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une maison très confortable dans un site magnifique et idéalement située pour les visites

Une maison très confortable et située idéalement. Nous étions 10 adultes (2 familles), et avons passé des jours merveilleux. Tres bon point de départ pour visiter l'île de Skye et une partie des Highlands Un séjour inoubliable !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

Fantastic house Fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Daniel B., Dautschland, Rottenburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing days at Loch Long

We had a lovely stay at Geds hosue Bunloyne. Contact with Ged was always very good and we always got quick responses. We have been a group of 11 persons and the house suited as well. Enogh space and equipment for all of us. We can strongly recommend the house and Ged as a host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Florent C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house beautiful view nice equipment

Personnel
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Alain M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique location au calme!

La maison est magnifique, très grandes chambres spacieuses, il y a vraiment tout ce qu'il faut, la cuisine est très très bien équipée. L'endroit est somptueux, au calme, les biches viennent vous rendre visite le soir et/ou au petit matin... A recommander absolument !
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christoph J. B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wundervoller Urlaub in den sonnigen Highlands

Wir sind als Großfamilie vereist. Dafür war das Haus bestens geeignet. Denn alle Schlafzimmer verfügten über ein eigenes Bad mit Dusche/Badewanne. Es gab genügend Platz. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die große und sehr gut eingerichtete Küche. Hier gab es genügend Geschirr und Besteck für alle, was gerade für eine größere Gruppe wie die unsrige (7 Personen) nicht selbstverständlich ist. Ein besonderes Highlight ist die absolut fantastische Lage, hoch über dem Loch Long, umrahmt von Bergen. Wir sind schon viel gereist, kennen viele Ferienhäuser. Aber dieses Haus ist etwas Besonderes. Wir würden jederzeit wieder dorthin fahren. Absolute Empfehlung!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jawahar P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Ged Elliott

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This is our family home and the place for our eventual retirement. It has been carefully equipped with high quality fixtures and fittings and some personal touches. We currently live in London and look forward to the day when we leave all that behind and enjoy the space and seclusion of the Scottish Highlands.

Why they chose this property

The house was bought solely on the basis of the views! It wasn't really what we were looking for in terms of size but the location is just amazing. We do of course love the local area and hope that you do too.

What makes this property unique

The glen is a thriving community enjoying relatively easy access to shops and local facilities. Go the other way though and you enter one of the great wilderness areas left in Scotland. High snowy mountains, beautiful lochs and remote pathways to glorious waterfalls. Look up to the skies and spot both types of eagle; watch the otters playing in the loch and sometimes joined by a porpoise or two, or just gaze at the super bright Milky Way. It certainly isn't London!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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