Guests say
SQLArran Cottage receives high praise for its peaceful, scenic location and abundance of wildlife, making it a perfect retreat for nature lovers and dog owners. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s comfort, spaciousness, and well-equipped interiors. While a few minor issues with kitchen equipment, hot water, and TV were noted, these did not detract from the overall positive experience. The cottage’s proximity to walks and local attractions is a highlight, and many guests express a desire to return.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as clean, cosy, and well-maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is widely celebrated for its tranquillity, beautiful scenery, and wildlife. Some guests found directions slightly unclear, but overall the setting is a major highlight.
The cottage is described as comfortable, spacious, and warm. A minor comment was made about steep stairs and bed configuration, but comfort is generally rated very highly.
Facilities are praised, especially for dog owners and wildlife enthusiasts. Some guests noted the need for updates to kitchen equipment, and occasional issues with the boiler and TV, but these were not major detractors.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A welcoming cottage in the most picturesque village on the Isle of Arran, surrounded by stunning views and offering a perfect holiday base for exploring the island.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. . Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. Bike store. No smoking.. Unwind in the seclusion of sqlarran cottage, set amongst the beautiful scenery at Lochranza, the most northerly village on Isle of Arran and home to one of Arran’s two whisky distilleries. A traditional two-storey cottage with thick stone walls, and situated close to the distillery, sqlarran Cottage is cosy and welcoming with fantastic sea views over Lochranza Bay. Lochranza sits at the northern end of the island of Arran, sheltered by hills, with Lochranza Castle sitting on a shingle spit into the loch. The village is built around the loch and has a large population of red deer, as well as golden eagles, seals, and otters. There are many attractions, including the Isle of Arran Distillery and an 18-hole golf course. There is a ferry terminus that allows quick access to the stunning west of Scotland via Claonaig, Kintyre. Amenities include a post office and seafood restaurant, which is renowned for excellent food, and a hotel with bar and walking trails. The whisky distillery has a café, excellent gift shop and regular tours. You can venture south to the busier villages of Brodick and Lamlash with plenty of added options to enjoy.
Brodick, the main town on the island, has two largish supermarkets and a full range of professional services, cafés, restaurants and shops. Arran could almost be Scotland in miniature! There are stunning mountains, forests, beaches and glens to discover, visit and explore, ideal for someone looking for an active holiday. You can cycle round the island in a day, enjoy a walk-up Goat Fell, the island’s biggest mountain with spectacular views from the top, walk a section of the Arran Coastal Way, or there are beautiful golf courses if you like to take things a little more slowly. Wherever you go, you are surrounded by Arran’s breath-taking scenery. The wildlife on Arran is abundant, and you may just catch a glimpse of otters, eagles, basking sharks and porpoises, but you will most definitely see seal colonies and so many species of birds. There’s plenty of history at Brodick Castle, the ancient seat of power, or Lochranza Castle, with its underground prison. Arran is also really well known for its local produce, so it’s a great chance to enjoy the local cheese, beer and whisky. Travel to Arran is via a Caledonian MacBrayne ferry. Prestwick International Airport is 16 miles to the south of Ardrossan, with Glasgow International Airport 24 miles east of Ardrossan. You can also travel from Tarbert in Kintyre to Lochranza, at the north end of Arran, which takes 30 minutes. Lochranza is a half hour drive from Brodick. There are no shops or supermarkets in Lochranza.
Free WiFi
Two pets are welcome and pet bowls and beds are provided. Please do not allow them upstairs on the beds.
Guests are welcome to use the golf clubs provided in the garage.
Scottish Letting Licence No: NA00771F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (19)
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Jane Duncan
This is a really lovely cottage in the most stunning position. The cottage has been renovated to a really high standard. From the cottage we saw red squirrels, deer and golden eagles soaring on top of the hill.The only difficulty we had was trying to work the underfloor heating, so we purchased logs and fed the woodburning stove .We would definitely return.
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Yvonne Littlehales
Beautiful location
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Confirmed Guest
This is a wonderfully comfortable cottage, beautifully put together in a great location. BUT it is not near, not even nearly near where the company says it is on the website. Want a sea view by the side of the loch forget it. It's inland by the distillery. When I complained once I found out the actual address two week before the hol. they blamed it on Google Maps. What nonsense - if they knew this was wrong correct it or let people know. Very poor customer relations - which is why I say don't use them. Dishonest and slippery.