Ardnamurchan Estate Holiday Cottages, Ardnamurchan, Kilchoan, Argyll

For an unforgettable escape surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Ardnamurchan, Ardnamurchan Estate Holiday Cottages provide the perfect place to stay. Whether guests are looking for adventure and exploration in the Scottish Highlands or simply want to relax and watch the world go by, there is a cottage to suit every type of getaway.

Most of the holiday cottages are just a short stroll from the beach, making them ideal for families, couples, dog owners and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Sleeping between 2 and 11 guests, these comfortable and characterful cottages offer the perfect base for memorable holidays to treasure for years to come.

Braehouse Cottage – Sleeps 2

Braehouse is a traditional Highland cottage with stunning views across the islands to the north. Recently refurbished, its cosy double bedroom makes it ideal for a romantic retreat for two.

The cottage’s elevated position is perfect for spotting local wildlife, including deer and rutting stags in autumn, while the enclosed garden and sun porch provide peaceful spaces to relax and enjoy Ardnamurchan’s famous sunsets.

Inside, guests can enjoy a well-equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge with freezer compartment, along with a comfortable living room featuring Freesat television.

Short term let licence number: HI-40752-F.

Branault House – Sleeps 4

Branault is a charming traditional croft house full of Highland character, surrounded by rolling countryside. With a large enclosed garden perfect for children and pets, and the beautiful white sands of Kilmory Beach just a short walk away, it is an ideal base for a relaxing escape.

After exploring the nearby hills and coastline, guests can unwind beside the cosy log fire in the living room. The cottage features one double bedroom, one twin room, a family bathroom with bath and shower, and a fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, washing machine and fridge-freezer.

Wildlife lovers can enjoy spotting otters, deer and birds of prey throughout the surrounding landscape.

Short term let licence number: HI-40753-F.

Fascadale Lodge – Sleeps 8

Set in a spectacular coastal location overlooking Fascadale Bay, Fascadale Lodge offers breathtaking sea and mountain views across the Ardnamurchan peninsula. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside and abundant wildlife, it is the perfect retreat for walkers, nature lovers and families looking to escape into the Scottish Highlands.

Guests can relax on the spacious patio while watching for dolphins, whales and seabirds, or explore the scenic woodland and coastal trails right from the doorstep. After a day outdoors, they can unwind in the sauna or beside the warming fire.

The lodge comfortably sleeps families and groups with two double bedrooms, two twin rooms, a spacious living area with TV, and a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, cooker and fridge-freezer.

Short term let licence number: HI-40747F.

Fascadale House – Sleeps 8

Overlooking the stunning curve of Fascadale Bay, Fascadale House offers a peaceful coastal escape with spectacular sea views, fresh ocean air and the soothing sound of waves on the shore. Once part of the peninsula’s historic salmon fishing industry, the house is now a comfortable retreat.

Guests can enjoy breathtaking views across the turquoise waters to the islands beyond, unwind in the sauna, or watch dramatic coastal weather from the comfort of the fireside lounge.

The house features one double bedroom, three twin bedrooms, several en-suite bathrooms, a spacious lounge with TV and DVD player, and a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge-freezer.

Short term let licence number: HI-40748-F.

Fascadale Cottage – Sleeps 6

Perched on the shoreline of beautiful Fascadale Bay, Fascadale Cottage offers breathtaking views across the sea to the islands of Eigg, Muck, Rum and the dramatic Cuillin mountains of Skye.

In summer, guests can enjoy spectacular sunsets over the islands, while winter brings dramatic waves and cosy evenings beside the woodburning stove.

The cottage comfortably sleeps families and small groups with one double bedroom and two twin rooms, all featuring en-suite bathrooms. Guests can also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge-freezer.

Short term let licence number: HI-40747-F.

Achateny House – Sleeps 8

Set close to the stunning coastline of Ardnamurchan, Achateny House is a spacious former farmhouse enjoying spectacular sea views towards the islands of Skye, Eigg, Rum and Muck. Guests may spot otters, deer, seabirds and birds of prey from the property or nearby shoreline.

The house features a large enclosed garden ideal for children and dogs, along with generous living spaces including a conservatory, lounge, dining room and large kitchen-diner.

Upstairs, there are two en-suite double bedrooms, two twin rooms and a family bathroom with jacuzzi bath and sauna. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including a dishwasher, washing machine, cooker, microwave and fridge-freezer.

Short term let number: HI-40750-F.

Achateny Cottage – Sleeps 6

Achateny Cottage is a cosy Highland retreat with breathtaking views across the sea to the islands of Eigg, Rum and Skye. Just a short stroll from one of Ardnamurchan’s most beautiful white sandy beaches, the cottage is perfectly placed for peaceful coastal walks, wildlife spotting and unforgettable sunsets from the relaxing sun porch.

Deer, otters and seabirds are regularly seen in the surrounding landscape, adding to the area’s natural charm.

Ideal for families or small groups, the cottage features one double bedroom, one twin room, a bunk bedroom, two bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge with freezer compartment.

Short term let licence number: HI-40760-F.

Swordle Byre – Sleeps 10

Swordle Byre is a beautifully converted byre blending traditional Highland character with stylish modern comfort, creating the perfect retreat for large families and groups. Just a five-minute walk from the stunning white sands of Swordle Beach, the property offers spacious open-plan living with a cosy log-burning stove, large-screen satellite TV and plenty of room to relax after exploring the dramatic Ardnamurchan coastline.

The byre sleeps up to 10 guests across five en-suite bedrooms, including three doubles and two twins, with additional sofa beds available for larger groups.

Guests can also enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge-freezer, along with two extra toilets near the entrance.

Short term let licence number: HI-40897-F.

Swordle Bay House – Sleeps 11

Swordle Bay House is a spacious coastal retreat with breathtaking views across the white sands and turquoise waters towards Eigg, Muck, Rum and the Cuillin mountains of Skye. Large picture windows make the most of the spectacular scenery, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy everything from summer sunsets to dramatic winter storms.

Set beside a secluded beach at the end of a private road, the house is ideal for swimming, beach walks, boating and family adventures by the sea.

Sleeping larger families and groups comfortably, Swordle Bay House features two double bedrooms, two twin rooms and a family bedroom, all with en-suite bathrooms, plus a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living areas and a flat-screen TV.

Short term let licence number: HI-40811-F.

Visiting the Area

Ardnamurchan is one of Scotland’s most beautiful and unspoilt destinations, offering breathtaking scenery, white sandy beaches, dramatic coastlines and abundant wildlife. Visitors can explore the famous Ardnamurchan Point Lighthouse, the most westerly point on mainland Britain, or enjoy scenic walks through rugged hills, ancient woodlands and along quiet coastal paths.

The area is perfect for wildlife watching, with regular sightings of red deer, otters, dolphins, whales, basking sharks and golden eagles. Beautiful beaches including Sanna Bay, Kilmory Beach and Swordle Bay are ideal for swimming, kayaking, beachcombing and picnics.

Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy fishing, boating, cycling and stargazing beneath some of the darkest skies in Europe, while nearby ferries offer day trips to the islands of Mull, Eigg, Rum and Skye.

For more information and to book online, please visit the Ardnamurchan Estate Holiday Cottages website.

Rates: POA.

• Maximum occupancy of 11 guests.
• Children are welcome.
• Pets are welcome.
• Off-street parking available.
• EV car charging is available in the nearby village.

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Carna Cottage, Isle of Carna, Ardnamurchan, Argyll

Carna Cottage, Isle of Carna, Ardnamurchan, Argyll 

Carna Cottage offers a truly unique holiday experience on a private 600-acre island, providing complete seclusion and tranquillity. This stunning self-catering holiday home is accessible only by boat, ensuring a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Carna Cottage caters to families, friends, couples, and individuals seeking a memorable self-catered holiday. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with guidance on how to navigate the boat and the best places to spot the island’s spectacular wildlife. Originally a farmer’s blackhouse, the cottage has been fully modernised to offer a relaxing and comfortable stay. The accommodation includes two bedrooms and a sofa bed, sleeping up to six people. The bedrooms share a family bathroom, with towels and bedding provided for convenience.

The cosy lounge features a wood-burning stove, comfortable seating, and a smart TV with an Amazon Firestick, Netflix, and a DVD player. Electric lighting is powered by the island’s generator. The fully fitted kitchen and dining room include a fridge freezer and cooker, providing everything needed for a self-catered holiday. Guests can also unwind in the sunlit conservatory, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Wildlife is abundant, with otters frequently feeding and fishing around the pontoon, seals swimming through Caol Chàrna narrows, and eagles often perching nearby.

The island offers a unique freedom to explore both on land and by boat. Its breathtaking natural beauty provides the perfect setting for guided walks or independent adventures. Visitors can enjoy hillside rambles, shoreline explorations in search of rock pools and crabs, archaeological discoveries, or launching their own boating expeditions. The lack of light pollution allows for stunning views of the Milky Way on clear nights. Sitting outside in the peaceful silence, gazing at the stars and spotting shooting stars and satellites, is an unforgettable experience.

For those wishing to explore further afield, the mainland offers several attractions, including the Ardnamurchan Distillery, Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre, the pristine Sanna Beach, and the Ardnamurchan Lighthouse. A visit to the iconic Jacobite steam train is also a popular choice.

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Carna Cottage, Isle of Carna, Ardnamurchan, Argyll (Sleeps 1-6)

Carna Cottage offers a truly unique holiday experience on a private 600 acre island. Our stunning self catering holiday home is truly secluded and can only be accessed by our inclusive boat. We truly are an idyllic holiday away!

Accommodation

We provide memorable self catered holidays for families, friends, couples and individuals. From the moment you arrive we will be your guide! We’ll even show you how to drive the boat and where best to see the spectacular wildlife. The cottage was originally the farmers ‘Blackhouse’ and had been fully modernised to provide relaxing and comfortable accommodation. There are 2 bedrooms and a sofa bed to sleep 6 people. The bedrooms share a family bathroom. Towels and bedding are included.

Unwind in the cosy lounge that has a toasty wood burning stove, comfy seating and a smart TV with Amazon Firestick, Netflix a DVD player. Electric lighting is provided by the island generator. The fully fitted kitchen/dining room includes a fridge freezer and cooker. You can also relax in the sun filled conservatory whilst enjoying the wonderful views. Otters feed and fish on and around the pontoon in front on a daily basis whilst seals swim past heading through Caol Chàrna narrows to our right and both eagles often perch on ‘the bridge’ in full view!

There is a unique freedom to explore on land and by boat this stunningly beautiful and secluded area, so free from light pollution the Milky Way lights up the sky on clear nights.

Visiting Carna & Exploring The Mainland

The beautiful seclusion of this wild conservation island gives ample opportunities for exciting outdoor adventure. Guided walks, or exploring on your own, the island offers amazing opportunities for hillside rambles and picnics, wandering the shoreline for rock pools and finding crabs, discovering the archaeology or launching your own expeditions by boat. With zero light pollution on a clear night on Carna provides quite a spectacle. To sit outside the houses on a dead quiet night and admire the scale of the cosmos while spotting shooting stars and satellites whizz by is one of our favourite experiences on Carna. Excellent attractions to visit include:

Ardnamurchan Distillery.

Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre.

Sanna Beach.

Ardnamurchan Lighthouse.

The Jacobite.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Argyll--Bute---the-Islands/7955

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Ockle Holiday Cottages, Kilchoan, Acharacle, Argyll, Bute & The Islands (Sleeps 1-6)

Visit Ockle Holiday Cottages and experience the breathtaking beauty of Ardnamurchan, abundant with wildlife, flowers, hidden little bays, magnificent views of the Inner Hebrides, unforgettable sunsets over the sea and, above all, peace and tranquillity. This location in Scotland is ideal for walking, birdwatching, fishing, swimming, sailing or just simply taking it easy and relaxing.

All our fully equipped houses are sited in their own fenced gardens within a working farm. There are three STB Graded Cottages: Burnside, Sruthan Ruadh and Tigh Dochie.

Burnside:

Sleeps 4 people. 3 Star Visit Scotland. A recently modernised croft house, on the hillside above a beautiful wooded burn. A kitchen/dining room, bathroom and lounge are neatly grouped on the ground floor, with one twin bedded room and one double bedroom upstairs. Burnside looks out upon a wooded burn and the hills, while the garden has lovely views to the sea.

Sruthan Ruadh:

Sleeps 6 people. 3 Star Visit Scotland. A recently modernised croft house with an attractive split level design. On the ground floor, you will find one twin bedded room, bathroom and kitchen/dining room. This leads to the mezzanine level, where a large lounge with patio offers magnificent views of the West and the Inner Hebrides. Upstairs there is a further twin bedded room and a double bedroom with en suite facilities. Sruthan Ruadh has a large garden area ideal for children and dogs to play in, with wonderful views.

Tigh Dochie:

Sleeps 4 people. 2 Star Visit Scotland. This small, secluded bungalow has superb views to the West and the Inner Hebrides and a truly peaceful situation. There is a utility room, kitchen, lounge/dining room, bathroom, one double and one twin bedroom. A small sun porch leads out to a patio and pretty garden. Tigh Dochie has an attractive sheltered garden planted with a range of trees and shrubs.

Visiting Kilchoan & Exploring Argyll:

Ockle is a drive of about 55 miles from Fort William, by way of the Corran ferry near Ballachulish. Take the A861 through Strontian and Salen, following the signs to Kilchoan (where there is a ferry departure for Mull). Before you reach Kilchoan, you will climb inland where the view opens northward to Eigg, Rhum and Skye; as the road bends left take a right exit and continue on to Ockle.

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Steading Holiday Cottages, Kilchoan, Ardnamurchan, Argyll (Sleeps 1-8)

Steading Holiday Cottages are a varied collection of self-catering holiday homes on the north, south and west coast of Scotland. All the properties are based on the West Coast of Scotland on the Ardnamurchan peninsula, the most westerly point on the mainland.

All our properties are in a stunning setting, offering spectacular views, peace, and relaxation. From a romantic break to a traditional family holiday, we have an array of properties available. Each property comes with a well-equipped kitchen, comfy bedrooms, a relaxing living area and quality bathrooms.

Relax in Ardnamurchan's unspoilt wilderness; home to one of the most diverse mixes of wildlife that you can find anywhere in Scotland. On your doorstep, you will have the “Big Five” red deer roaming free, otters, golden eagles, red squirrels and seals. In addition, don’t forget to look seaward where you can spot whales, dolphins and basking sharks.

Children can build sandcastles, scramble around the rock pools or fly kites. For the more energetic there are marked circular walks up and over the surrounding hills.

Argyll has stunning landscapes and is home to 23 inhabited islands. It has many attractions including Loch Lomond & Trossachs, Fingal’s Cave, Staffa & Iona Abbey.

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Steading Holiday Cottages, Portuairk, Ardnamurchan, Argyll

Steading Holiday Cottages, Portuairk, Ardnamurchan, Argyll (Sleeps 1 - 6)

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An ancient volcano, once forged from molten rock, now a peninsula of wild and unforgettable beauty, its scenery ever-changing with the seasons. With majestic mountains and ancient woodland, fringed by untouched, spectacular beaches, it’s impossible not to be captivated by the spirit of Ardnamurchan.

Steading holidays is a small, family-run business run from our home, The Steading, in the small crofting community of Kilchoan. Having lived here since 1980 we are still amazed and inspired by the beauty of Ardnamurchan and have a wealth of local knowledge which we love to share. Steading holidays was started in 1978 by my mother, Pamela Campbell. 

All of Steading’s cottages to rent in Scotland have stunning coastal views from the most westerly point of the British coast. For a coastal cottage, close to amazing golden sandy beaches that could be mistaken for foreign climes, yet within easy reach of dramatic mountain heights, Steading holidays have a wonderful selection of West coast Scotland cottages to rent for keen wildlife, bird or walking enthusiasts, as well as those in need of a quiet, relaxing break away.

Properties on the North and West coast of Ardnamurchan have views of the spectacular Western Isles and Outer Hebrides, whilst the South coast looks across the water to the Isle of Mull.

We know all of the properties very well and we can find the best cottage to suit your needs.  

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Carna Cottage, Ardnamurchan, The Highlands

Carna Cottage is an original farmers ‘Blackhouse’ that has been modernised over the years to provide warm, comfortable and fully equipped self catering accommodation overlooking the private pontoon and tranquil shoreline.

Carna Cottage, Ardnamurchan, Argyll, Bute & The Islands (Sleeps 1 - 6)

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The cottage conservatory and dining kitchen windows provide a wonderful and unique viewing platform from which to watch our abundant wildlife. Otters feed and fish on and around the pontoon in front on a daily basis whilst seals swim past heading through Caol Chàrna narrows to our right and both eagles often perch on ‘the bridge’ in full view.

This cosy two bedroomed loch-side cottage, which sleeps a maximum of 6 people, has a wood burning stove in the lounge, electric lighting provided by the island generator, kitchen dining room with fridge freezer and cooker, family bathroom and conservatory. There is a unique freedom to explore on land and by boat this stunningly beautiful and secluded area, so free from light pollution the Milky Way lights up the sky on clear nights.

Whether coming here to learn about our wildlife and habitats, photograph it or simply get away from the stresses of life we can shape your visit to find just what you’re looking for.

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