Karinya is in a fantastic location for visiting Skye. Out of the hustle of Portree, it sits with a view toward the Red and Black Cuillin Hills. There is a brand new sauna downstairs, a fire in the living room and a well thought out layout with a BBQ available on request outside. Located 15 minutes from the Talisker distillery and about 20 minutes drive from the Fairy Pools on the main circular road around the north end of the island. Only 2.5 miles from the ever popular Sligachan, which is a central point for embarking on any walk or expedition in the Cuillin Hills. Ideal for your exploration of Skye and venturing into the mountains, or indeed to get away from normal life. We are delighted to add Karinya to what we can offer here on Skye. Pets require prior approval.
Property manager
Catherine MacPherson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Minginish
Minginish is home to this holiday home. Raasay House Activities Centre and Raasay Pictish Stone are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fairy Pools and Faerie Glen.
Isle of Skye, Scotland
What's nearby
Talisker Distillery - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
Isle of Skye Oysters - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
Fairy Pools - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
Faerie Glen - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
Portree Harbour - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
Restaurants
Talisker Distillery - 7 min drive
The Oyster Shed - 7 min drive
The Old Inn - 6 min drive
Seumas' Bar - 4 min drive
Café Cùil - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Karinya Crossal Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Karinya Crossal Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Karinya Crossal Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Karinya Crossal Cottage located?
Situated in Minginish, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Talisker Distillery, Isle of Skye Oysters and Fairy Pools. Faerie Glen and Talisker Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
26 Feb 2025
Excellent stay
Perfect base for exploring Skye. The house was lovely and very warm, which is a plus when visiting in February!
The views from the house are stunning. Lovely big kitchen and very comfortable rooms. Can’t fault it.
Rebecca M.
10/10 Excellent
Ting
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a fabulous stay at Karinya Crossal, we couldn’t have asked for more from a holiday let.
Christine L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
David R.
21 Oct 2024
Wonderful stay!
Clean, comfortable, warm and well equipped house with great views. If you’re in Skye to walk in the hills, this place is in the perfect location. It has everything you need for an enjoyable stay and was immaculately presented. Some nice touches like a bottle of wine on arrival, plus things like tea and coffee, toiletries etc. Would definitely recommend!
David R.
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10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
21 Aug 2024
Isle of Skye Weekend
We had a great family vacation in this home. It was beautiful, spacious,clean and perfectly located. Would recommend to any family looking to visit the Isle of Skye.
There was a problem with the clothes dryer not working, but it was quickly resolved, otherwise the stay was perfect. The location and view from the front lawn helped make our trip. Thank you!
Gerard H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good
Murali K.
5 Mar 2024
Nice place to stay
We enjoyed a lot
Murali K.
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10/10 Excellent
Neil S.
23 Sept 2024
A most excellent stay
We had a great stay at Karinya. We’ve given everything a 5 star rating and with good reason. We did have a small glitch with the wi-fi, but the Property Managers were with us within the hour and quickly resolved our issue. Overall, the house and location are great. Highly recommend.
Stayed here on a tour through the country, extremely comfortable and cozy home and can’t beat the views. If I were to visit Scotland again, would definitely want to stay here again
My boyfriend and I stayed here with another couple and it was perfect for us. We had tons of room to spread out, and the house was super clean with nice furnishings. It's a little out of the way, but we liked that compared to being in Portree. Loved the view of the stunning waterfall right from the front yard, and it was convenient to the Fairy Pools and other hikes we wanted to do. Would stay again if we every make it back to Skye!
Jennifer N.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Gerard H.
28 Oct 2024
Nice cottage in a great location.
When we arrived, the clothes dryer had been removed for repair. Once it was brought to the owner's attention, it was resolved. Beyond that, a perfect stay, we would definitely come back. Modern kitchen and baths. We liked that the location was a 15-20 minutes drive to Portree, nice cafe's and good for getting supplies. But it was also far enough away where you really felt at one with the surroundings. Amazing views from the front lawn!
While not in town, we enjoyed the beautiful home, the location to visit Skye and the surrounding countryside. Home maybe not be for the people who want a town experience, but it is a beautiful and comfortable home for the tourist.
James O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Christina
2 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
cottages was lovely it meet our needs. It was lovely that each each master bedroom had its own ensuite. The kitchen was well equipped with plates etc the only issue is found in the kitchen was the can openers did not open cans.
The views are amazing the space is relaxing, overall the cottage is good option. Portree is a nice place however you will require car to commute to town.
Christina
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Julia F.
3 July 2023
Excellent Location
Spacious home with excellent location. Very clean and comfortable. Great for families.
A wonderful charming home in the heart of Isle of Skye
My family had a beautiful stay at this wonderful home! Very close to the ferry pools and talisker distillery. The house was comfortable, clean and had all of the amenities that you would possibly want, including a sauna. Would highly recommend staying here!
House was spotless and comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed to make a couple of great dinners and the location was perfect for us. Highly recommend!!
Cynthia C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jonathan C.
30 May 2024
Highly Recommend
This was a great place to stay, especially with small children. It was a very safe environment for us to be cooking or relaxing while the children played. The location being so central meant minimal time in the car for the kids while we travelled around the island. We had a big storm while we were there and we felt very secure. The staff were excellent and were available on the phone whenever needed.
Overall, loved it. The location was excellent for the day trips we had planned.
The main downside was the lack of a traditional shower on the upper floor. There was a tub with a hand-held wand thing in the master bath and that was the only bathroom on that level - the 2nd bedroom on that level didn't have access to a bathroom. Downstairs there was one bedroom and 2 bathrooms - one en suite and one right next to the room - both with showers.
Other than the inability to check in online our stay was wonderful. The property manager was very helpful at the start. Karinya has a magnificent setting and the modern "cottage" was pleasant and that made for a memorable stay. Thank you!
George G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lionel R.
2 Aug 2023
Great time at Karinya on the Isle of Skye
Well located on Skye, the house is really comfortable to spend days to discover the island. Full equipped, spacious, easy check-in and check-out, we do recommend this cottage to enjoy Isle of Skye !
Excellent place to stay with more than you can ask for in a fantastic location
Simon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Dynes I.
3 July 2023
Great time
We really enjoyed our stay at the Karinya Cottage. For us it was a great location, the views were great from the living rooms, very comfortable, lovely rooms. We felt very much at home
This modern home served us very well for our stay. There were six of us including 2 teens. Property very clean and well supplied. 2nd floor gets warm but owners provide fans so we were just fine. Lots of comfy places to sit and enjoy a meal, a book or just the beautiful views. We all did the puzzle and that was fun! Thank you
Kathleen J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ton D.
17 Dec 2023
2nd vist
This was our 2nd visit to Karinya. It felt like coming home. We had a perfect stay and hope to come back someday in the future.