Off the Rails, Plockton, Ross-Shire, Scottish Highlands

Off the Rails – A Unique Self-Catering Experience in Plockton

Off the Rails is a self-catering holiday cottage set above the picturesque village of Plockton in the Scottish Highlands. This one-of-a-kind property offers a distinctive holiday experience that will delight the whole family and is especially appealing to train enthusiasts.

Accommodation

Originally built in 1887 on the renowned Inverness to Kyle line, Plockton remains a working but unmanned station. The station building has been beautifully refurbished, preserving its Victorian features and architecture while being fully updated with modern comforts such as complimentary Wi-Fi, smart TVs and a Blu-ray player.

Designed with guest comfort in mind, the accommodation combines character with practicality. The entire property is set on one level, making it ideal for those with limited mobility, and it can accommodate up to six people. Parking is conveniently located just outside the building, and there is an inviting outdoor patio area for relaxing in the fresh Highland air.

The Old Ticket Office now serves as the lounge, featuring the original pitch pine cladding, wooden floors and ceiling, and an authentic Victorian fireplace. Guests are provided with a basket of logs and coal to create a cosy atmosphere. The original ticket hatch remains intact, adding to the room’s charm. The lounge includes a smart TV, Blu-ray player, record player, a comfortable sofa bed, armchair, tub chair, bean bags and a footstool.

The Ladies Waiting Room has been transformed into a stylish bedroom with a quality king-size bed, bedside tables, smart TV, comfortable seating and fitted carpet. The former Gentleman’s Toilet has been converted into a luxurious en suite wet room complete with a sauna, cold drench shower, thermostatically controlled hot shower and underfloor heating.

The Gentlemen’s Waiting Room is now an open-plan country kitchen and dining area. Retaining its original pine cladding, wooden floors and ceiling, it exudes warmth and character. The modern kitchen features a large island unit with breakfast bar, induction hob, oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. A Victorian open-hearth fire adds a nostalgic glow, while the dining table provides the perfect setting for shared meals. A Robert’s radio with Bluetooth, along with shelves lined with books and magazines, ensures entertainment and relaxation.

The Station Master’s Office has been converted into another comfortable bedroom. Retaining its pine cladding and original fireplace, the room can be arranged as a king-size or twin (zip and link) with a luxurious mattress topper. It also includes a Smart TV, DVD player and hairdryer.

Outside, guests can enjoy the use of a BBQ — perfect for summer evenings spent admiring the views.

Visiting Plockton & Exploring Ross-shire

Plockton sits at the heart of one of the UK’s most captivating holiday destinations. Visitors can explore ancient castles, enjoy beachcombing, or observe the region’s incredible wildlife both on land and at sea. Whether it’s a peaceful stroll along the shore or a challenging hike up a nearby mountain, guests at Off the Rails will create memories to treasure forever.

Off the Rails offers a truly unique Highland getaway — blending the romance of railway history with modern comfort and breathtaking surroundings.

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Hawthorn Studio, Plockton, Drumbuie, Wester Ross

Hawthorn Studio – A Peaceful Retreat in the Heart of Plockton

Hawthorn Studio adjoins Hawthorn Cottage and enjoys a superb location near the centre of Plockton. Tucked away on a quiet side street, the property offers guests a tranquil base just a few minutes’ walk from all local amenities.

Accommodation

The studio features a well-designed main living area measuring approximately 2.6 metres by 5.5 metres, making it ideal for up to two guests. The space includes a mini kitchen equipped with essential facilities, a comfortable double divan bed, and a cosy seating area complete with a television. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout their stay, ensuring both comfort and convenience.

Exploring Plockton and the Highlands

Often described as one of Scotland’s most beautiful villages, Plockton is located in the parish of Lochalsh in the Scottish Highlands, just a few miles from the Skye Bridge. The village is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, with a sheltered bay and dramatic Highland landscapes. Originally planned as a fishing village in the early 19th century, Plockton has grown into a much-loved tourist destination while maintaining its historic charm and peaceful atmosphere.

The village serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding region. The Isle of Skye, Glenelg to the south, and Applecross and Gairloch to the north are all easily accessible by road, offering a wealth of day-trip opportunities. Within Plockton itself, visitors will find an array of inviting places to eat and drink, charming local shops, boat trips, sailing activities, a bowling green, and numerous scenic walking routes.

Plockton remains a true gem of the Scottish Highlands — a perfect destination for those seeking natural beauty, history, and tranquillity.

Short term let licence no: HI-10037-F

EPC Rating: 79

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/WesterRoss/18172

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The Sidings, Plockton, Ross-Shire

The Sidings, Plockton, Ross-Shire

The Sidings is a spacious, self-catering cottage located on the outskirts of the charming village of Plockton in Ross-Shire. Ideally positioned for guests wanting to experience the best of the Scottish Highlands, this property is a short walk from the village, where local amenities such as pubs, shops, restaurants, and a beach await.

The cottage accommodates up to six guests and is furnished to a high standard, combining modern comforts with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. The living area offers comfortable seating, a television, and a reclaimed Victorian fireplace, perfect for adding warmth and charm during the cooler months. A welcome basket greets guests upon arrival, thoughtfully filled with essentials like bread, milk, butter, a bottle of wine, biscuits, shortbread, crisps, fresh coffee, local jam, and oatcakes, ensuring a relaxed start to the stay. The spacious kitchen and dining area is fully equipped for all culinary needs, providing an ideal setting for cooking and sharing meals together. With three well-appointed bedrooms, The Sidings comfortably accommodates families or small groups.

Outside, the private garden is a true sun trap, ideal for al fresco dining and unwinding in the warmer months. The property’s location is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with an abundance of walking trails weaving through the surrounding countryside. The area around Plockton offers breathtaking scenery, making it an ideal base for walkers and those looking to immerse themselves in nature.

During the last week of July and the first week of August, the village comes alive with the Plockton Small Boat Sailing annual regatta, a festive event that attracts locals and visitors alike. The nearby Plockton Inn and The Plockton Hotel offer live music, adding to the village’s vibrant atmosphere. For a taste of history and one of Scotland’s most iconic views, Eilean Donan Castle is just a short drive away, standing majestically against the rugged Highland landscape.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/ross-shire/17778

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The Sidings, Plockton, Ross-Shire

The Sidings, Plockton, Ross-Shire

The Sidings offers delightful self-catering accommodation on the outskirts of Plockton, a prime location within Ross-Shire. This property is conveniently located just a short walk from the village and its wealth of local amenities, including pubs, shops, restaurants, and a charming beach.

Accommodation at The Sidings is designed to cater to up to 6 guests within a spacious and modern cottage. The property is thoughtfully equipped and finished to a high standard, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay.

Step into the cosy living area, complete with ample seating, a TV, and a reclaimed Victorian fireplace that warms those chilly months. To make you feel right at home, a generous welcome basket is provided, stocked with essentials such as bread, milk, butter, a bottle of wine, biscuits, shortbread, crisps, fresh coffee, local jam, and oatcakes.

The spacious dining and kitchen area is well-equipped to meet your culinary needs, and there are three bedrooms for a peaceful night's rest.

Outside, the private garden basks in sunlight, making it the perfect spot for al fresco dining during the warmer months.

For those who love to explore on foot, The Sidings is ideally situated for walkers, with beautiful countryside and numerous trails encircling the village. Additionally, don't miss the Plockton Small Boat Sailing annual regatta, held during the last week of July and the first week of August. For a musical interlude, visit the Plockton Inn and The Plockton Hotel. Alternatively, take a journey to the renowned Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland's most famous and historic sites.

The Sidings promises a memorable and comfortable stay, offering both relaxation and exploration amid the beauty of Ross-Shire and Plockton. It's the perfect base for your Scottish adventure.

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Off the Rails, Plockton, Ross-Shire, Highlands (Sleeps 1-6)

Off the Rails is a wonderful self-catering holiday cottage set above the village of Plockton in the Scottish Highlands. This holiday cottage with a difference offers a unique holiday experience that all the family will enjoy and is ideal for train enthusiasts.

Accommodation:

Built in 1887 on the famous Inverness to Kyle line, Plockton is a working but unmanned station. The station building has been tastefully refurbished preserving wonderful Victorian features and architecture but rewired with all the technology guests have come to expect, such as complimentary wireless broadband, LCD televisions, DVD players and a music system with an iPod docking station.

Our holiday accommodation is comfortable and well equipped & has been designed with your comfort in mind to ensure that your stay with us is ‘first class’. The station can accommodate up to 6 people, with parking just outside the building. We are only a few minutes from the centre of the village. Our holiday home is all at ground floor level, ideal for people with limited mobility.

'The Old Ticket Office' is now the lounge with the original pitch pine cladding on the walls, wooden floor and ceiling and an original Victorian fireplace. A basket of logs and coal is provided. The ticket hatch has been preserved as it was, and the lounge is equipped with LCD television with Freesat and DVD player. The comfy sofa converts to a double bed together with a tub chair, armchair, bean bags and footstool.

'The Ladies Waiting Room' is now a bedroom with a quality king-size bed with bedside tables, LCD television and DVD, comfortable chairs and fully fitted carpet. The former 'Gentleman’s Toilet' has been converted into a spacious luxury en suite wet room with its own sauna and cold drench shower (as well as a thermostatically controlled hot one) and underfloor heating. 'The Ladies Toilet' has been converted into a utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer. A pulley system is available for drying coats and jackets as it does occasionally rain in Plockton! The freezer is located in here and with the tiled floor the room is suitable for the storage of bicycles, boots and your outdoor gear!

'The Gentlemen’s Waiting Room’ is now the open-plan country kitchen and dining room. The pitch pine cladding has been retained along with the original wooden floor and ceiling, creating a warm and cosy atmosphere, reminiscent of the old days when passengers waited patiently for the train to arrive. There is a large island unit with a breakfast bar and an induction hob with an island cooker hood, oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. The original Victorian open-hearth fire will once again bring a warm glow to this old room, and a dining table and chairs make this a perfect place to unwind after a great day out! In the alcove, the shelves are lined with books and magazines, a radio and CD player, and even an iPod docking station for those who like their gadgets!

'The Station Masters Office' is now a bedroom, and to ensure comfort and warmth, a carpet has been fitted. The pine cladding has been retained on the walls and ceiling, barely changing this former bustling office, since it was built when Queen Victoria was on the throne. An original architectural feature has been utilised as a bed head for either a king-size or twin beds (zip and link), and a sumptuous mattress topper has been provided for the king-size bed. The bedroom has an LCD television with Freesat, DVD player and hairdryer. The Master's fireplace has been retained as a symbol of those great days of the past!

Visiting Plockton & Exploring Ross-shire:

Plockton is at the very centre of one of the best holiday destinations in the UK. There is something to do for all of the family, from exploring ancient ruined castles, beach-combing and watching fantastic wildlife, on the land, in the sea and in the air. Your time at Off the Rails will never be long enough, but be sure to ensure that you relax and unwind, ready to return to the bustle of the world beyond. Whether it be a gentle stroll along the shore, or the challenge of climbing one of the majestic mountains close by, you will take home memories that will last a lifetime.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Ross-Shire/10984

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Station Cottage, Duirinish, Plockton, Ross-shire

Station Cottage, Duirinish, Plockton, Ross-shire (Sleeps 1 - 6)

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Ross-shire/16261

Station Cottage is a cosy retreat that can sleep up to 6 people. This rural retreat is set amongst the beautiful Ross-shire countryside and is an ideal holiday home for family holidays. The holiday let has been thoughtfully decorated and furnished to give it a traditional Scottish feel whilst including modern conveniences. 

Station Cottage is set next to the tiny Duirnish Station, which is just a short drive from Plockton. The 'Kyle Line' is famous as one of the most spectacular rail journeys in the world. The cottage is right on the railway line and Duirinish, a request stop, is one of the most scenic in the world. The house has a large front and back garden with a summer house, the perfect place to relax watch the sunset. There is also a table tennis table and toys to entertain kids on wet days.

Duirinish is a very pretty crofting village, unusual for having a river running through its centre. Just 3 miles away is one of the prettiest villages in Scotland – Plockton. It has a little arc of houses, 2 good pubs and an excellent restaurant, all serving the high quality local produce and seafood. Both pubs offer live music on some nights. Furthermore, the situation of the cottage makes it a great jumping off point to visit the Isle of Skye. The Cuillins of Skye and the village of Elgol are about half an hour away.

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