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Southview is located in Portskerra. The property features sea and garden views. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The recently renovated holiday home comes with 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and oven, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A baby safety gate is also available at the holiday home, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Wick John O’Groats Airport, 60 km from southview.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location: was perfect, quiet, beautiful scenary Cottage: Done to a high standard, spacious, had everything we wanted. We loved this place, the photos didn't do it justice
  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect, near beautiful beaches and lovely walks. We also saw a very curious seal, that came close to shore.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This cottage is fantastic, we highly recommend it. All of the fittings and facilities are brand new, of high quality, and are finished to a very high standard. Every room was clean and spotless. The size is perfect for a family of four, in a...
  • Viola
    Italy Italy
    Quiet village that makes easy place to explore the area. The cottage is beautiful, fully equiped, cozy, with a beautiful view. The owners are wonderful: nice and kind! I definitely recommend it!!!
  • Fearn
    Australia Australia
    We loved everything about this property from arriving to a gorgeous beautifully fresh clean warm home, thoughtful inclusions in the kitchen, comprehensive provision of all good quality matching kitchen and serving ware, great beds and linen,...
  • Marina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful, cosy cottage, recently renovated and tastefully decorated, lots of extra touches to make our stay comfortable. Portskerra is a lovely community too, neighbours and staff in the little takeaway serving coffee and ice cream were welcoming...
  • Innes
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a beautiful location, and it was easy to find. It was immaculate, and everything we needed was provided. After a day's sightseeing, it was a lovely, comfortable place to get to.
  • Alice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable stay and nice details like shortbread in the dining room and cereal bars in the kitchen.
  • Pilaiya
    Qatar Qatar
    The house was cozy, spotless clean in quiet surroundings. We love a little walk around the area and this place is a nice break from a long road trip. Our host was very kind and helpful. I would highly recommend to spend a night or few in south...
  • Chin
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Warm and Nice decorations. Comfortable house. Strongly Recommend !

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 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.

Hosted by Yvonne Mold

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Yvonne Mold
Traditional Scottish croft, newly refurbished to a high standard, we offer a private large garden, with views in the distance of the open blue water of the sea. there is 1 double bedroom and the second room has 2 single beds, a newly fitted kitchen with full oven and washing machine, a newly fitted large walk in shower room. a snug living room just off the kitchen and also a separate dinning room. I can also offer secure storage for cycles/motor cycles , surf/ paddle boards, canoes / kayaks , fishing equipment , buckets and spades , at the cottage ( if you wish to bring them ).
recently retired sales lady, moved to Scotland to enjoy the out door life, loves gardening, walking the dog, and meeting people.
Portskerra is a old Scottish fishing village with a small harbour, only half a mile off the famous NC500, we have a small family run post office and little shop, a coffee boffy, just round the corner is the famous Melvich Beach, there is a local electric car charging point within walking distance from the cottage. Thurso is about 15 miles away with supermarkets and lots of local restaurants
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of southview
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (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
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Baby safety gates
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Baby safety gates
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    southview takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 21
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform southview in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    License number: E, HI-00230-F

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about southview

    • southview is 500 yards from the centre of Portskerra. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at southview is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • southview offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, southview is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • southview can accommodate the following group size:

        • 4 guests

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

      • southview has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 2 bedrooms

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

      • The prices at southview may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.