I have just returned from staying at Bayview House and felt compelled to write a review after the wonderful stay that my partner and I had there. I arrived in Skye (as a first time visitor to the island) unsure of where to 'stop' but hoping for a room with a reasonably central location in Portree. I was lucky enough to 'bag' the only available room left (that night) in Bayview & was pretty happy from the outset that I only had to walk across the road to be in the market square (where many of the local amenities are).

I thought that the rate for the night was cheaper than I was used to so I wasn't sure what to expect from the quality of the rooms. However, I was very impressed when shown. The room was very tastefully colourful and looked like something out of a catalogue. i.e. very clean and modern to the point where it looked brand new. There was a handy table and chairs to sit and eat a take-away on in the evening as well as all the usual conveniences that you would hope for. When I asked the Proprietor if he could recommend me any walking routes he was more than helpful and spent the time showing me various routes on the map.

I own a bed and breakfast on another of the Scottish Isles and because of this I think I've become very critical of the quality of service at establishments I stay at during my breaks away. However, even I could not fault Bayview.

I will be returning to Skye as soon as my busy work season finishes and I will not stay anywhere other than Bayview. It was great.