
Ransdale Cottage is a luxury pod in Avernish, a small crofting hamlet near Kyle in the Scottish Highlands. Views from the pod look directly across Loch Duich towards Eilean Donan Castle. The EPC rating is A and the pod sits on a working farm with shared garden furniture and decking access via patio doors.
Avernish is quiet and remote. You can walk the shoreline from the doorstep and spot otters, seals and eagles across the loch. Kayaking on Loch Duich and hiking the Five Sisters of Kintail are both within easy reach. Fishing and horse riding are also nearby.
The pod sleeps 2 and is all on the ground floor. The separate bedroom has a double (4ft 6in) bed. The shower room includes a cubicle shower, heated towel rail and complimentary toiletries.
Ransdale Cottage is a luxury pod in Avernish, a small crofting hamlet near Kyle in the Scottish Highlands. Views from the pod look directly across Loch Duich towards Eilean Donan Castle. The EPC rating is A and the pod sits on a working farm with shared garden furniture and decking access via patio doors.
Avernish is quiet and remote. You can walk the shoreline from the doorstep and spot otters, seals and eagles across the loch. Kayaking on Loch Duich and hiking the Five Sisters of Kintail are both within easy reach. Fishing and horse riding are also nearby.
The pod sleeps 2 and is all on the ground floor. The separate bedroom has a double (4ft 6in) bed. The shower room includes a cubicle shower, heated towel rail and complimentary toiletries. The galley kitchen has an electric hob, microwave, air fryer, fridge, dishwasher and coffee machine. The open-plan living area has a Smart TV and dining area. Underfloor heating, Wi-Fi, bed linen and towels are all included.
Eilean Donan Castle is a short drive away (approx. 2 miles, 5 minutes). Dornie village with its traditional pubs is nearby. The Isle of Skye via Skye Bridge is around 20 miles (30 minutes). Plockton with its palm-lined harbour is roughly 10 miles away (20 minutes).
Ransdale Cottage suits couples or solo travellers wanting loch views, Highland walks and complete peace. The castle views, ground-floor layout and well-equipped pod make it a genuinely special Highland stay.
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Watch the sun set over Loch Duich from your decking. The views towards Eilean Donan Castle are visible directly from the pod.
One of Scotland's most photographed castles is just a short drive away. You can see it from the pod itself.
The galley kitchen has an electric hob, air fryer, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and coffee machine. Everything you need is there.
Otters, seals and eagles have all been spotted across Loch Duich. Walk the shoreline straight from the doorstep.
Underfloor central heating keeps the pod warm year round. Electricity, bed linen and towels are all included in the price.
The pod sits within a working croft in the hamlet of Avernish. Shared garden furniture and decking make the most of the outdoor space.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach the pod by car, head towards Kyle of Lochalsh and follow signs for Avernish. The hamlet sits just off the A87 on the southern shore of Loch Duich. Private on-site parking for one car is available on arrival.
The nearest railway station is Kyle of Lochalsh, served by ScotRail from Inverness. From Kyle it is approximately 8 miles to Avernish and a local taxi will be needed for the final leg of the journey.
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