Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape

Monkstadt Steadings Linicro, Monkstadt, IV51 9YN, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>36</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
36 reviews
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Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape

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  • Entire home
  • 1076 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape is situated in Monkstadt. The property has mountain and garden views. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The 1-bedroom holiday home has a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Benbecula Airport, 83 km from Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE private parking!

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Reliable info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Monkstadt
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  • Bradley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing views and really well looked after property!”
  • Christine
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “wonderful place ~ spotless place with superb views”
  • B
    Brooke
    Canada Canada
    “The comfort, the location, the seclusion, the view”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Rural Escapes (Highland) Ltd

Company review score: 9.2Based on 741 reviews from 8 properties
8 managed properties

Company information

R-Escape is a local company set up to provide high quality holiday accommodation on the Isle of Skye in outstanding locations. We have 7 properties available to let now all over the island and have been fortunate to receive some lovely reviews from our visitors. Each property has stunning views and has been furnished to the highest standard. We are a very focussed team and absolutely love what we do and feel exceptionally proud to be able to bring people to Skye and give them a first class experience. We want to assure all our guests that all our cottages remain open. Although we are highly recognised for our exceptional cleaning standards, we have taken extra precautions and increased the time between changeovers to make sure all our properties are cleaned to the highest standard.

Property information

Pretender’s Escape is a spacious, completely refurbished one-bedroom apartment within the Steadings which looks out over Skye’s stunning coastline where Bonnie Prince Charlie once came ashore in 1746. Follow the stone stairway up to an intimate space with open plan kitchen and living area and a comfortable en-suite double bedroom with king sized bed. This secluded upstairs apartment is perfect for couples looking for calm and peace surrounded by majestic views out to sea and the Outer Hebrides. Pretenders Escape has been completely refurbished to provide all mod cons for the discerning traveller.

Neighbourhood information

Pretenders Escape sits in the grounds of the historic Monkstadt House, once home to the Clan MacDonald and is steeped in history. The cottage is located on the famous Trotternish Peninsula in the north of Skye where you can see the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, Lealt Falls and Duntulm Castle. This is a stunning location, perfect for walkers and sight seeing. The village of Uig is nearby where there are several excellent eating places and a first class local store full of everything you will need for your stay. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing and photography or you want to experience something different such as kayaking, wildlife stalking or foraging, Skye offers all kinds of outdoor activities. There are several friendly guides located near our cottages and we will be happy to recommend their services.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    • Semi-detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 21:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 09:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to GBP 853 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £853 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    FAQs about Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape

    • The prices at Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing

    • Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape is 1.1 miles from the centre of Monkstadt. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Monkstadt No 9 - Pretenders Escape has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.