Lochalsh: Kyle and Plockton cottages

Duirinish Holiday Lodges are set in five acres of grass and woodland, close to the idyllic village of Plockton and the Isle of Skye. The nine wooden lodges offer excellent self catering facilities for up to 6 guests in each lodge. Fully heated with well equipped kitchens and bathrooms you will find that they make a perfect base for exploring the west coast of Scotland with its wealth of mountains, islands, coastlines and wild life.

There are indoor and outdoor play areas which prove very popular with children, and each lodge has its own TV, video, CD player and radio. Duirinish Holiday Lodges provide you with the freedom to relax and do nothing or to make the most of the local attractions.

Campbell's House is located on the shore of Plockton Bay with stunning views across to the Applecross Mountains. It is ideally located for short- and long-distance walking in the area, with a large number of NT paths close to the house. The house has recently been renovated to a high standard, accommodating up to six guests in very comfortable surroundings. In short, it's an ideal get-away for a short holiday on the beautiful West Coast of Scotland.

This charming traditional cottage is situated in a picturesque hamlet, overlooking the old mill. Tastefully decorated and attractively furnished, the old mill cottage provides an ideal base for touring this part of the Western Highlands.

Eilean Donan Castle, Inverewe Gardens and the renowned village of Plockton are all close by and the bridge to Skye is just 4 miles away.

This attractive church conversion first floor apartment, in the heart of the National Trust Village of Plockton, offers visitors comfortable first floor accommodation. Enjoy the views from the open plan lounge looking over Plockton Bay where seals and otters can regularly be spotted...

This well equipped cottage, made suitable for wheelchair users, is situated in the hamlet of Achmore and surrounded by natural woodland and pine forests which are rich in wildlife. It is 7 miles from the 'tropical' village of Plockton, 11 miles from Kyle of Lochalsh and the bridge to the Isle of Skye and 5 miles from the famous Eilean Donan Castle.

Occupying a spectacular location amid the Glensheil mountains, and overlooking the Five Sisters of Kintail, this beautiful detached, single storey house provides warm and cosy accommodation, just 100metres from the shore of Loch Alsh...

Rowan Bank is situated in the picturesque hamlet of Port an Eorna (in English - 'Barleyport'), about three miles from Plockton, and a 5 minute walk from Duirinish railway station. The house has been built recently on the site of an old building in decrofted land and combines rural living with all the conveniences of a modern house.

The house was designed to maximize views of the beautiful backdrop - its most unusual feature is the upstairs lounge which has a floor to ceiling gable-end window, providing a stunning outlook of the surrounding countryside and Loch Carron. The unspoilt coastline and rocky beach is less than a minute from the front door. Rowan bank will provide you with an excellent base for walking, kayaking, sailing, climbing, exploring, or even just relaxing, in the spectacular scenery of Skye, Lochalsh and Wester Ross.

With wonderful views across Loch Carron towards Duncraig Castle , this traditional stone cottage is set in the heart of the National Trust village of Plockton. Refurbished to a very high standard, it overlooks the harbour and has its own secure hillside garden to the rear, as well as a lochside garden (with palm tree!) across the road. Thriving as a result of the influence of the North Atlantic Drift, many palm trees adorn the area, giving the village an almost Mediterranean feel.

Breathtakingly positioned amid National Trust woodland, in an enviable setting just yards from the shore, this tastefully renovated detached cottage is finished to a high standard. With splendid sweeping views across Loch Alsh towards the Isle of Skye, this is an ideal location for observing wildlife or listening to the sound of the waves lapping the shore.

Quaint little cottage with lots of character, situated in a lovely garden in a residential area in Kyle. It boasts an open fire in the lounge. Also enjoy a boat trip across to Skye, a rail trip on the scenic Kyle Line to Kyle of Lochalsh Inverness. See the seals with Calum at Plockton. Walk or climb in the famous Five Sisters of Kintail. Centrally situated for touring Applecross, Wester Ross and the Isles. Childrens playground and swimming pool close by.

Detached modern bungalow for 6 Situated just south of Plockton where the famous 'Hamish Macbeth' was filmed, this property is a true 'home from home.' The Isle of Skye is an historic isle of romance, a wild landscape of jagged mountains and lochs and inhabited by gaelic-speaking crofters and fisherfolk and this loveliest of Scottish islands is quickly reached from the mainland over the Skye Bridge.

This modernised traditional croft is cosily furnished and well equipped, offering the holidaymaker an ideal retreat, with the bonus of uninterrupted views from its elevated positon above Loch Long. Walking, climbing, fishing and riding are popular pursuits in the locality, and the world famous "Highlander" castle Eilean Donan is just 4 miles away. The Isle of Skye via the new bridge is just 10 miles.

Set in what is acclaimed to be one of the west coast's prettiest villages, this traditional, fully refurbished, end-of-row property enjoys superb sea views over the waters of Loch Carron towards Duncraig Castle. Just yards from the sea, with its front garden leading down to the seashore and just a few minutes from the heart of the village, this fisherman's cottage is perfectly placed to enjoy walking and exploring the area as well as enjoying the amenities this lovely village has to offer - fishing, sailing and seal spotting, along with many places to eat the local seafood. The bridge over the sea to the Isle of Skye is just 6 miles ...

Enjoying breathtaking panoramic views across the sea to the Cuillins on the Isle of Skye, Tigh an Fhuarain property stands in its own garden on a croft and offers a peaceful location. Plockton, under a mile away, offers hotels, restaurants, boat trips and many varied walks. Kyle of Lochalsh 6 miles...

Situated in the heart of the National Trust village of Plockton, this fully renovated, end of a row property enjoys views across the waters of Plockton Bay. Just a few yards from the shoreline, seals, otters and a large variety of bird life can be watched. Plockton is a convenient base for touring the Isle of Skye and the dramatic scenery of the west coast.

With its little garden leading down to the shore of Loch Carron, this cottage is quietly set within easy walking distance of the shops, hotel and other amenities of Plockton, acclaimed as the west coast's prettiest village. One of a pair , it has been equipped to a very high standard and its garden leads down to the water's edge. The equable climate found in this particular part of Scotland enables palm trees and other exotic plants to flourish out of doors, and the village's enchanting beauty is often captured on canvas by artists who come to Plockton to experience its perfect combination of unusually good lighting effects and picture book setting.

This little wooden detached bungalow enjoys wonderful views of Skye and is situated near to the famous Skye Bridge. The bungalow is comfortably furnished with an artistic flair, the bedroom has patio doors leading out to the wooden verandah and is surrounded by its own garden. Convenient for visiting the Isle of Skye, Applecross and Loch Ness.

This delightful detached little cottage is set in an enviable position just yards from the sea, and with breathtaking views towards the Lochalsh and the Skye mountains. Set within the tiny hamlet known as Glaik on the edge of the Lochalsh Woodland Garden, it is just a short drive away from the enchanting Eilean Donan Castle...

From its lochside setting in the pretty National Trust village of Plockton, this charming and comfortable listed cottage (left of gable facing in photograph) enjoys views of Plockton harbour and Duncraig Castle from the bedrooms...

This well-presented cottage occupies a superb location just 500yards from the shore. Linked to another holiday cottage, it has its own secluded garden and shares an acre of garden from which to take in the uninterrupted views across the sea towards the Isle of Skye...

Set in the heart of this picturesque National Trust village, this ground floor apartment forms part of a sympathetically converted former church. Enjoy the fabulous scenery and the rich abundance of wildlife, particularly the seals and otters in Plockton Bay. Super area for walking, fishing and sea trips - lots to do and see. Plockton is a convenient touring base for the Isle of Skye and the beautiful West Coast.

Modern, attractive detached house in a peaceful loch and mountain setting but only half a mile off the main road to Kyle and the Isle of Skye (6 miles). Wonderful hillwalking and climbing in this spectacular mountainous area - Five Sisters of Kintail and Glen Shiel. Explore the barracks and brochs at Glenelg or simply enjoy the peace in very tranquil surroundings. Boats to hire locally for use on the loch and free trout fishing.

This traditional house enjoys lovely open views over Loch Alsh, towards the Isle of Skye. Furnished to a good standard, the house provides the ideal base for touring this part of the western Highlands. Eilean Donan Castle and the renowned village of Plockton are close by, with the bridge to the Isle of Skye just 5 miles. Numerous spectacular walks, mountain bike tracks and abundance of wildlife, along with many historical sites, provide unlimited scope for all ages. Shops 100 yards, pub 120 yards.

Detached bungalow for 6. This detached bungalow, finished to a high standard, enjoys beautiful open views across to the waters of Loch Duich and over towards the romantic Eilean Donan Castle. Set just 25 yards from the sea shore, the property makes the perfect location for exploring the beach or setting off in a kayak.

Detached bungalow facing south-west, 150 yards from the shore of Lochalsh where one may fish. Kyle of Lochalsh 3½ miles, the crossing point for the Isle of Skye. Wooded hills offer many walks of varying length and views to Skye and Kylrhea. Locally, visit the Brochs at Glenelg via the Mam Ratagan Pass with views to the `Five Sisters of Kintail', Eilean Donan Castle and Lochalsh Woodland Garden (National Trust).