Guests say
Ratagan Lodge is praised for its stunning views, comfortable and cosy atmosphere, and excellent location for exploring the area. Guests enjoy the wildlife and the snug area, with some noting the need for updates in the kitchen and bathroom.
The property is generally described as very clean, with one guest noting a minor issue with unironed bedding. Overall, the cleanliness seems to meet guests' expectations.
The location is highly praised for its spectacular views and proximity to local attractions. It is considered a prime spot for wildlife watching and exploring the Highlands.
The lodge is described as comfortable and cosy, particularly the snug area. However, some elderly guests found the downstairs bathroom arrangement inconvenient.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped lodge and comfortable outdoor space. However, several reviews mention that the kitchen and bathroom could benefit from renovation.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for thoughtfulness.
About this property
Ratagan Lodge is one of a kind and the rarest of finds! A stunning, unique property guaranteeing the most memorable of breaks in this truly special place. For a video tour, search "Ratagan Lodge Tour".. 10 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Half Glazed Door Leading To Patio
Living room 2: Sky TV, Sofa Bed (Double), Patio Doors Leading To Decking
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, and 50mbps high speed Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Stairgate.. Front garden with roofed decking area, steps to garden and garden furniture. Electric car charging point. Bike and kayak store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 10 steps in the garden.. Ratagan Lodge is blessed with abundance of attractive features, with the owner’s mission being to create a property like no other in the area and something that’s as stunning inside as it’s wonderful setting outside. With the waters of Loch Duich and the ‘5 sisters of Kintail’ mountains acting as a backdrop the decking area to the front has been specially created to enable guests to enjoy the stunning vistas; no matter the time of year. Whether it’s to enjoy your morning coffee or for a spot of al fresco dining, you’ll find it hard to leave this sheltered dining area, and although we cannot guarantee the weather, we can guarantee the fresh Highland air combined with the beautiful scenery will leave you feeling most relaxed and refreshed.
As you enter the property into the bright and airy hallway, the family bathroom (complete with shower) is on your right and the staircase to your left. Straight ahead is the open plan dining/living area with dining table for four, extendable to seat six, which has a real cosy charm to it and a lovely ambiance created by the custom-made light fixtures which you’ll find throughout the property. The living area has a modern wood burner which will be sure to warm you up on the coolest of nights. Also on the ground floor you will find doors leading to snug area boasting uninterrupted views of the loch, Smart TV and double sofa bed, enabling guests sleeping downstairs to have an early night if they wish. The spacious kitchen is next door to the dining area and comes well-equipped for your stay. Upstairs, you’ll find the two spacious bedrooms, one with a zip and link twin beds which can be super kingsize beds on request, and the other a double bed.
The village of Ratagan has a peaceful and remote feel to it, but it’s also ideally situated to visit some of Scotland’s most popular tourist destinations including the Isle of Skye, Plockton, Applecross and Eilean Donan Castle easily. This area is paradise for those who love getting their boots muddy or spotting some rare wildlife. With such a fantastic selection of places to visit and activities to do, you’ll never be short of choice, however, for those that wish to simply relax, Ratagan Lodge caters for all. No pets please.
Free WiFi
Please note, if 6 guests are booking, 2 will be sleeping downstairs on a double sofa bed in the Snug, whilst the other guests will be sleeping upstairs in the 2 bedrooms.
For a video tour, search "Ratagan Lodge Tour" on YouTube.
Nearby points of interest
- Five Sisters of Kintail
- Falls of Glomach
- Inner Sound to Kyleakin
- Carn Na Frith-aird Viewpoint
- Flowerdale Waterfall
- Eilean Donan Castle
- Attadale Gardens
- Otter Hides at Kylerhea
- Calum’s Seal Trips
- Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre
Reviews (12)
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Hilary Doran
We really enjoyed our stay at Rattagan. The view is outstanding & we couldn't stop looking at the ever changing colours as the weather changed. Cottage is very comfortable & well equipped also is nicely presented. My only gripe is that we were disappointed that the bedding had not been ironed. It had been dried in a tumble dryer & clearly just left in a complete crumpled mess. Although it was clean it wasn't very inviting getting into a bed which looked as though 6 other people had slept in it. If that could be improved on the property would be perfect.
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Joanne Hughes
We have just returned from a weeks stay at Ratagan Lodge. We did not want to leave! The lodge was lovely and comfortable and had everything we needed. The views from every window are spectacular over stunning Loch Duich to the five sisters of Kintail. Our favourite place to sit was the gorgeous snug area. Blessed with a weeks sunshine and warm days we ate out on the decking morning and evening and were treated to a host of wildlife, sea eagles, porpoises, seals and sparrowhawks. The lodge is in a super location to explore the area, Eilean Donan, Skye, Plockton, Glenelg Ferry were a few we visited. Thank you so very much for sharing your beautiful property with us we will definitely be back.
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Lorraine
The cottage is worth every penny for the view alone - both from the veranda and from the window seat I christened my 'reading nook'. Stunning to wake up to every day. Very peaceful and friendly locals. It was about half and hour to the nearest supermarket and a fair drive to most of the usual sites in the highlands, except Eilean Donan Castle which is close and well worth a visit. House itself was very clean and comfortable. If I was going to be holidaying in that area again, I would choose Ratagan Lodge.