Cottages in Kintail: Glen Shiel and Dornie area

Whitefalls Retreats     Camasluinie

A warm highland welcome awaits you at Whitefalls. There are three lovely self-catering holiday cottages, all with different characters, varying from modern luxury accommodation to a quaint former croft house. All are very cosy, set in dramatic landscape, offering perfect breaks for couples, families and groups.

Although we are in a remote undiscovered area surrounded by mountains and waterfalls, we are still only 15 minutes' drive from Eilean Donan Castle and 30 minutes from the Isle of Skye, Plockton, and Applecross.

Siobhan Cottage     Dornie

Beautiful loch and mountain views. Nestling by the shores of Loch Long, this traditional former crofters cottage enjoys a peaceful location surrounded by magnificent scenery. Just a mile from the colourful village of Dornie, stroll along the edge of the loch to the local shop, pub and restaurant. The cottage makes a super base for exploring this lovely part of the western Highlands; visit the nearby Eilean Donan Castle or take a trip to the lovely Isle of Skye, Plockton, Glenelg, Ullapool and Gairloch, all within easy reach. Nearby are the Five Sisters of Kintail for climbers ...

Apartment One     Dornie

A stunning, luxury apartment for two, just a stone's throw from Eilean Donan Castle and with wonderful lochside views. Stylishly furnished, the apartment has a modern open-plan living space with French doors leading onto decking overlooking the water. The relaxing bedroom has a king-size bed, breathtaking views, and a large ensuite bathroom.

Dornie is situated in the heart of the fabulous scenery of the North West Highlands and provides a great location for touring, walking, wildlife watching, photography, or just relaxing and enjoying the views and wildlife on the doorstep. Apartment One is the perfect luxury hideaway for your holiday in the Scottish Highlands.

Glomach Cottage     Allt na Chruin

This fully refurbished bungalow is rated 4 Stars by Visit Scotland and sits on the site of an original croft cottage on the shore of Loch Duich. Wildlife such as otters, seals and porpoises can often be seen from the cottage.

Enjoy the stunning views of the loch and the magnificent mountains beyond. An ideal base for a walking holiday if you want to bag those Munros! For a small fee, we can provide a car service to the start of your day's walk. Boot drying facilities also available.

Cluich Cottage     Bundalloch, near Dornie

Cluich Cottage is a very comfortable, 3-bedroom, stone-built, traditional Highland house. Renovated to provide a warm, comfortable home, it retains its wood-lined rooms and open fire and has been in the same family since it was built in the 1920s. It stands within its own secure garden beside the shore. In a beautiful and peaceful location, it's only 15-minutes walk to the local shop, hotel and pub in Dornie and another 5 minutes from the world-famous Eilean Donan Castle. It's central for all hillwalking in Skye. Kintail and Torridon.

Kilimanjaro     near Dornie

Enjoy a self-catering holiday at Kilimanjaro cottage, situated in an idyllic and peaceful spot on the shores of Loch Long, with spectacular views of the loch, surrounding mountains and abundant local wildlife. Non smoking spacious accomodation sleeps four with enclosed garden area, approximately 1.5miles from Eilean Donan Castle. Pets are welcome.

Shiel Lodge     Glen Shiel

Shiel Lodge is a fabulous 18th Century shooting / holiday lodge set in its own grounds at the head of Loch Duich, overlooking the River Shiel. Ideal for family parties, walking/outdoor pursuit groups or just catching up with old friends. The characterful property is extremely spacious and set in a fantastic location for hill walking, exploring the coast, the Isle of Skye, nearby Eilean Donan castle, or touring the Highlands.

The Lodge sleeps up to 16 in 8 bedrooms. 2 reception rooms with open fires, a grand dining room, well equipped kitchen, laundry room and plenty of bathrooms. Shop, petrol and hotel nearby. The perfect base for a Highland holiday.

Waterside     near Inverinate

With splendid views of the Five Sisters of Kintail and Loch Duich, these three comfortable, single-storey cottages are ideally placed for touring north-west Scotland and the Isle of Skye, making this an ideal holiday location for walkers and mountain climbers. Furnished and equipped to the S.T.B. '4 Stars' grading, each has its own garden where a resident pine marten visits all three properties, and a slipway is available for visitor's boats.

The Old Manse     Shiel Bridge

Our Holiday Home offers all the amenities of an upscale hotel, but in a cosy, intimate setting.The house has 3 large bedrooms (all ensuites), and will sleep 8 people. The gardens are totally secluded and the property is not overlooked.

Situated in Shiel Bridge, at the foot of Glenshiel, and only 16 miles from the Isle of Skye, the property has undergone total refurbishment and has been brought into modern day standards of fine living. The Old Manse can accommodate any family large or small, with plenty of parking. Many luxuries including wireless internet, leather sofas, flat screen TV, I-Pod docking system, very well equipped kitchen and more.

Island Bay Cottage     Sallachy

Nestling on a rocky outlet near the shores of Loch Long, this detached holiday property enjoys an enviable setting with lovely views across the waters towards some of the majestic Wester Ross Mountains ...

Sgurr Uran     Dornie

Situated on the shore of Loch Long a 20 min walk from Eilean Donan Castle, Sgurr Uran is a traditional Highland stone cottage with the original wood lined interior that sleeps four people. A 15 min walk along the quiet road will take you to Dornie village which has a shop, pub and Hotel. Plockton is a 20 min drive and Applecross over the Bealach is 1 hour by car.The mountains of Kintail are a 20 min drive and the Cullins of Skye 45 mins.Kayaks and small dingies can be launched directly in front of the property.

Sonas     Inverinate

Sonas is a superior modern bungalow in the village of Inverinate on the shores of Loch Duich in the heart of Lochalsh with the hills of Kintail as a backdrop and romantic Eilean Donan Castle only five minutes away. We look out over Loch Duich and being south facing benefit from long hours of sunshine at all times of the year. Skye and Lochalsh is a premier destination for those who love the outdoors, with all the mountains of Kintail, Lochalsh and Skye within easy reach.

Silver Birch Lodge     Ratagan

Overlooked by the Five Sisters of Kintail, this detached house is situated in the village of Ratagan on the shores of Loch Duich. Popular area for walking with the Falls of Glomach on the doorstep. Eilean Donan Castle is just 10 minutes by car and Glenelg, 9 miles, boats some majestic scenery. Easy access to the Isle of Skye. A perfect holiday retreat.

Birchwood     Dornie

Birchwood is situated on the shores of Loch Long, a 2 minute drive from the village of Dornie (shop, post office, pub/hotels) and the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle. The recently renovated beautiful house sleeps 6 in 3 bedroooms and is equipped with all modern comforts. It has a lovely large lounge with patio doors overlooking the loch, private garden and private parking. Birchwood is the perfect location for exploring Lochalsh, Skye and Wester Ross.

The Old Church     Ratagan

This former 18th-century church, situated just a few yards from the waters of Loch Duich, has been sympathetically renovated to provide spacious accommodation. It has been furnished and equipped to a very high standard with every need in mind to ensure an unforgettable holiday. The Old Church, a truly unique property, enjoys a peaceful setting with stunning loch and mountain views and makes the perfect base for exploring the wonders of this part of the Highlands.

No.4 William St     Dornie

A three bedroomed, detached cottage which sleeps 7, set on the shore of Loch Long, with stunning views out over the loch and West towards Skye.

This accommodation is furnished to a high standard providing guests with a comfortable home from home. The large bay window offers the perfect place to sit or dine whilst taking in the breathtaking views.

Otters Drift     near Dornie

Superb loch and mountain views. Nestling against the side of the hill with panoramic views across the waters of Loch Long and towards the beautiful mountains, Otters Drift makes the perfect base for exploring this lovely part of the Highlands. Just 2 miles from the picturesque village of Dornie and the romantic Eilean Donan Castle and approximately a 15 minute drive to Kyle of Lochalsh, the gateway to the Isle of Skye. This detached bungalow offers a peaceful holiday base with so much to see and do on the doorstep.

Tigh Tasgaidh     Dornie

Ideal for all the Cluanie munros and easy access for the Cuillin,Torridon and Achnaschellach. Really warm and comfortable accommodation with walkers needs catered for (all o.s.maps/pick ups etc.).

You can book the ground floor self-contained wing of an outstanding Victorian house, or the first floor luxury suite for two on the first floor. Six of you? Why not book both, discounted, and have the whole beautiful house and gardens for your private party of friends and family, with breakfasts or packed lunches by request.

Nia Roo     Morvich

Nia Roo is nestled in an elevated stance below the Five Sisters of Kintail mountain ridge. The cottage enjoys magnificent views over Loch Duich and the crofting township of Morvich together with fantastic self catering facilities.

Completed in 2011, our purpose-built, very well equipped cottage will provide everything you need to make the most of your self-catering holiday on Loch Duich. The cottage sleeps up to 4 people (6 by prior arrangement), large comfortable lounge, luxurious kitchen, utility, patio with garden furniture. Wonderful sun room with spotter scope for birdwatching, otters and seals playing below the house, watching wild deer, and our Highland cattle and lambs.

Shoreside     near Inverinate

With splendid views of the Five Sisters of Kintail and Loch Duich, these three comfortable, single-storey cottages are ideally placed for touring north-west Scotland and the Isle of Skye, making this an ideal holiday location for walkers and mountain climbers. Furnished and equipped to the S.T.B. '4 Stars' grading, each has its own garden where a resident pine marten visits all three properties, and a slipway is available for visitor's boats.

Glensona     Inverinate

Glensona is a modern detached bungalow located on the shores of Loch Duich in the village of Inverinate and provides accommodation for up to 4 guests. Ideally located as a base to walk the many Munros and Corbetts of the Glenshiel and Glen Affric mountains and further afield on the Isle of Skye and within the Lochalsh area.

Conchra Cottages     by Dornie

Our self catering cottages are situated only 10 minutes from Kyle of Lochalsh and the Isle of Skye quietly tucked away at the foot of Ben Conchra beside Loch Long close to the famous Eilean Donan Castle. Conchra is about half a mile off the A82 and centrally located right in the heart of this wonderful area for walking and touring the magnificent Western Highlands and Islands. They comprises three fully modernised 250 year old farm cottages and offer comfortable, convenient accommodation for 2 - 6 people.

Loch Duich Cottage     Inverinate

Boasting stunning views across Loch Duich to the mountains of Skye, this very comfortable property is set right on the shore in its own little bay, with the Five Sisters of Kintail as a spectacular backdrop. Its lochside garden offers opportunities to observe a family of otters and abundant wildlife. Superb walking and climbing. Sea fishing from the shore.

Selma Bungalow     Ratagan

This well furnished and equipped cedar holiday bungalow is situated on the banks of Loch Duich with breathtaking views from the lounge. A photographers paradise the area also offers walking, climbing, fishing (boat hire available from Letterfearn), diverse wildlife. The Isle of Skye can be reached either by the summer tourist ferry or over the new Bridge to Skye. There are many boat trips in the area including underwater vision boats!

Cnoc Gorm     Sallachy, near Dornie

Cnoc Gorm is a traditional stone cottage located in an elevated position over Loch Long in the village of Sallachy near Dornie. Detached property providing ideal accommodation for six people in comfort. Large secure garden with fantastic views towards the mountains and loch. Perfect location for exploring the west coast and Skye or for just for relaxing amongst the beautiful scenery. Local shop, pub and restaurant just 4 miles away in Dornie or 15 minutes from Kyle of Lochalsh with a variety of shops and restaurants. Excellent walks ranging from gentle strolls to more demanding hikes and climbs, also boat trips and wildlife watching.

Rocky Mountain View     Camusluinie, near Dornie

Enjoying an elevated position overlooking the peaceful community of Camusluinie with stunning views towards the majestic west coast mountains, Rocky Mountain View has been equipped and furnished to ensure a comfortable and pleasant holiday. Amongst the many activities available in this unspoilt part of the Highlands are mountain biking, climbing and hill walking, sea and loch fishing, kayaking and photography. Just a few miles from the beautiful Eilean Donan Castle ...

Faery Fort     Camusluinie, near Dornie

Snuggled up against the foot of a small hillock, this detached holiday house enjoys beautiful views across the small community of Camusluinie and on towards the rugged mountains beyond. Equipped and furnished to a good standard, it ensures a comfortable and relaxing holiday. Super area for mountain biking on the quiet roads, climbing the Five Sisters of Kintail, sea and loch fishing and just 2 miles from the lovely Loch Long where you could enjoy kayaking.

Sgeir Laith     Letterfearn near Ratagan

Overlooking Loch Duich and set in its own secure garden this detached bungalow offers an excellent location to experience the great outdoors of the Western Highlands. Hill walking and climbing on the Five Sisters of Kintail. Private mooring at the property and boat hire 1/2 mile in the hamlet of Letterfearn (via owner at reduced rates). Regular sightings of seals, porpoises and a family of otters close by.

Dornie Lodges     Dornie

Dornie Lodges are modern luxury houses only ten minutes walk along the shore of Loch Long from the centre of Dornie village. The extensive use of glass in their design and construction gives you constantly changing views over our stunning lochside location. Dornie Lodges are a great base for hillwalking, with easy access to all grades of hill walking in Kintail, Lochalsh and Skye, and very easy access to good food and drink at the end of a tiring day.

Creagan Ruadh     Ratagan

Set in beautifully landscaped gardens with fabulous uninterrupted views across Loch Duich towards the mountains of Kintail, this detached house has been furnished and equipped to a high standard. Summer ferries to Isle of Skye are available and there is excellent climbing, fishing and mountain biking as well as walking locally. For an alternative day out, Plockton is easily accessible and offers boat trips to observe the seal colonies and there are also many excellent sea food restaurants all serving locally caught fish.

Ashburn Cottage     near Dornie

This traditional cottage enjoys an elevated position with beautiful views across the waters of Loch Long towards the mountains. Cosily furnished and well equipped, the cottage offers an ideal holiday retreat. Walking, mountain biking, climbing, fishing and horse riding are popular pursuits in the locality, and the famous 'Highlander' castle Eilean Donan is 3 miles away. Take a day trip to the Isle of Skye or visit some of the many picturesque villages of the west coast.

Drumbeg     Ratagan

Set just yards from the shore and enjoying fabulous views across the waters of Loch Duich to the majestic mountains including the Five Sisters of Kintail, this lovely detached holiday house has been furnished and equipped to a very high standard and makes the perfect base for exploring the stunning scenery and the many delights ...

Brook Cottage     Letterfearn

Brook Cottage is a traditional highland cottage which has been extended and modernised to provide a high degree of comfort. The cottage stands just a few feet from the edge of Loch Duich overlooking Eilean Donan Castle on the far side of the loch and commands breathtaking views of the hills and glens on all sides

The location gives unparalleled opportunities for studying at close quarters, the abundant bird-life. Otters and seals also frequent the waters just over the garden wall, and the surrounding hills and glens ensure the perfect habitat for eagles, buzzards, pine martens and deer.

Tigh-An-Achaidh     Inverinate

Detached holiday cottage in a wonderful setting with sea lochs and mountains! A paradise for walkers and climbers with the challenging Kintail Mountains and Five Sisters close by. A short drive to Loch Duich and Loch Alsh to the crossing for Isle of Skye. Visit Plockton, Lochcarron or Glenelg beach. Very comfortable, bright with modern fitted kitchen, and traditional wood linings in the lounge. Loch and sea angling available.

Seaside Cottage     Inverinate

With splendid views of the Five Sisters of Kintail and Loch Duich, these three very comfortable, single-storey cottages are ideally placed for touring north-west Scotland and the Isle of Skye, making this an ideal holiday location for walkers and mountain climbers.

Glebe     Inverinate

Enjoying an enviable location with lovely views across the waters of Loch Duich and on towards the Five Sisters of Kintail and the mountains of Glenshiel, this semi-detached house has been furnished and equipped to a good standard to ensure a comfortable and relaxing holiday.

Tigh a Phailean     Letterfearn

Tigh a Phailean, Letterfearn is a traditional highland cottage, which has been modernised to provide a high degree of comfort. It is situated on the shore of Loch Duich (home to Eilean Donan Castle and the 5 Sisters of Kintail). It is the perfect base for exploring the Highlands of Scotland. The area of Kintail has some of best views in the world and has plenty to offer for all ages - climbing, kayaking, fishing, walking, sea trips, horse riding, photography, or just 'chilling out'. It has to be seen to be believed.

Eilean Donan Castle Cottage     Dornie

Set on the shore-side in the grounds of Eilean Donan Castle at the point where three great sealochs meet sits Castle Cottage. With magnificent views of the castle itself, Skye and the mountains of Lochalsh and Kintail. Available for weekly lets from Saturday to Saturday. Sleeps 4 people. Easy access to The Five Sisters of Kintail, The Cuillins and Torridon. Phone 01599 555202 for details or see our website.

Woodlands     Glenshiel

Set in one of the most atmospheric and hauntingly beautiful glens in Scotland with superb views of the surrounding mountains from its large windows, this extremely spacious, warm, and wonderfully comfortable cottage enjoys the best of both worlds being in a remote and stunning location yet having a shop, bar and restaurant all within a few minutes walk. With 5 bedrooms, 4 bath and/or shower rooms, huge lounge and large kitchen, 12 people fit easily in the house. With 22 Munros in the area and lots more a little further afield, it is perfect for hillwalkers. It is also ideally placed for tourers and its internal layout and atmosphere is great for large get-togethers. Last but not least, children love Woodlands as there are lots of things to do and the space in which to do them.

Hazelbrae     Letterfearn

This charming, cosy and well-equipped secluded highland cottage for 4 guests sits on the south shore of Loch Duich, Kintail, only 4 miles from Sheil Bridge, making days tours to the surrounding area an easy option. Hazelbrae has superb uninterrupted views across the sea loch to Eilean Donan Castle and the mountains on the north shore, where you can watch the ever-changing play of wind and light on the water and hillsides. Outside there is a spacious garden laid mainly to lawn, with trees and shrubs.

Several magnificent ridge/Munro walks start nearby - including the 5 sisters of Kintail, the South Cluanie ridge, and the Saddle and Forcan ridge. The Cuillins of Skye are an hour away.

Calluna     Allt na Subh, near Dornie

Enjoying an elevated position overlooking the shores of Loch Long, this lovely detached single-storey holiday property benefits from enviable views across the waters towards the majestic mountains beyond. From the living room and main bedroom guests can see wonderful panoramic views and enjoy the ever-changing and dramatic scenery of this beautiful part of the West Highlands. The romantic Eilean Donan Castle is just 3 miles away ...

Tigh an Ault     Allt a Chruin

With its own Jacuzzi and sauna, the delightful Tigh-an-Ault is peacefully set amidst the scenery of the Five Sisters of Kintail, in a secure, south-facing garden backed by a stream and waterfall, overlooks Loch Duich and surrounded by NT land. A warm and well-furnished single-storey cottage, with panoramic views over the loch and mountains. Skye Bridge, 15 miles. Excellent walking, sailing, boat hire, pony-trekking and fishing all nearby.

The Red House     Dornie

Red House Dornie is a large lochside house, within 5 minutes stroll of Eilean Donan Castle and with views across to Skye and the Cuillin Mountains. The top quality accommodation sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms and has a lounge with open fire, a large dining room and a well equipped kitchen. 5 of the bedrooms overlook the loch, and there are large gardens front and back. It is situated in the village of Dornie, where 3 lochs meet. Ideal for groups of friends or family get-togethers, the house is available for weekly lets, from Saturday to Saturday.

Rosdail     Inverinate

Welcome to Rosdail self catering cottage, situated in an elevated position above the village of Inverinate on the shores of Loch Duich in Wester Ross; the very heart of the Highands of Scotland.

All windows and patio doors have been designed and strategically placed to appreciate the breathtaking views down Loch Duich to the Kintail Mountains beyond. Rosdail sleeps 7 people with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Kintail     Ratagan

On the shores of Loch Duich, with outstanding views to the Five Sisters of Kintail, this comfortable holiday cottage enjoys mountain views from all the windows (and sea loch from most) and is prepared to the S.T.B.’s ‘4 Stars’ standard, featuring Sanderson fabrics. One of a pair, it enjoys a peaceful setting in its own garden, and there is river fishing on the Shiel (permits available), free loch fishing, sailing, hill walking, pony-trekking ...