Guests say
The Apostles cottage offers a charming and cosy retreat in a truly stunning and peaceful location, with beautiful sea views and abundant wildlife right on the doorstep. Guests consistently praise the scenery, warmth, and well-equipped nature of the property, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway. While some minor maintenance and cleanliness issues are noted, and a few essentials could be better provided, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean on arrival, but several mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, dirty handrails, and areas needing more thorough cleaning (e.g., fridge, bathroom, cooker hood).
The location is repeatedly described as idyllic, stunning, peaceful, and perfect for wildlife watching, with direct access to the beach and beautiful views.
Guests found the cottage cosy and warm, with comfortable beds and plenty of bedding. Some noted the sofa could be more comfortable and the main bedroom has low headspace.
The cottage is well equipped with kitchenware, appliances, and extras like a utility room and smart TV. However, some appliances (dishwasher, towel rail, toaster) had issues, and a few items (non-stick pans, small plates) were missing.
Several guests noted a lack of welcome pack and basic essentials (toilet rolls, tea, coffee, salt, pepper, logs), which are sometimes provided at other properties but are not guaranteed here.
About this property
Beautifully furnished and just a few yards from the beach in a stunning location this cottage makes a cosy home to return to after a day exploring the island...
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Freesat, DVD Player, DVDs, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room:
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge (Small Freezer Compartment), Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Enclosed garden with garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking.. Enjoy a seaside holiday in a pretty traditional listed cottage known as ’The Twelve Apostles’, just a few yards from the beach in the tiny village of Catacol. Each of these historically famous fishermen’s cottages has a different upper window so that when the men were at sea, their wives could light a candle and each man would know which house was signalling.
No 11 The Apostles is beautifully furnished and provides modern comforts yet still retains its original charm and character. A window seat in the spacious living room allows guests to enjoy uninterrupted views to the sea and across to the Mull of Kintyre beyond. There is a pretty enclosed front garden, just a few yards from the beach, with lawn, shrubs, pebble path and traditional stone wall. There is seating for guests to savour the magnificent views down the Kilbrannan Sound with its spectacular sunsets. There are three beautifully furnished bedrooms, with bedroom 3, a small room with a built-in, full-size platform bed suitable for an adult or a child and a chest of drawers for storage.
Located on the west coast of Arran in the National Scenic Area of North Arran and since 2025 a unesco Global Geopark, this is a much photographed and iconic island landmark offering stunning sea and mountain views, walks and wildlife. The cottage is ideal for walkers, golfers and wildlife enthusiasts, or for those who simply wish to relax in front of the wood burner and nod off to the sound of the sea. It provides a wonderful base from which to explore both the spectacular coastal and mountainous location in the immediate area together with the rest of Arran. Lochranza with the Arran Distillery, golf course, places to eat and drink and the Claonaig ferry to hop across to the Kintyre Peninsula is just 2 miles away. When you return to the cottage, a handy utility room makes the perfect space for storing outdoor gear. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
his property can be booked together with The Back House (UK39112) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
We highly recommend that you book your ferry as soon as possible as ferries get very busy. You can call Calmac on 0800 066 5000. For ferries that travel to Orkney are Northlink Ferries 08001114422 and Pentland Ferries 0800 688 8998.
Scottish Letting Licence No: NA00284F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely stunning location for one of the 12 Apostles cottages and enclosed walled garden with view and sound of the sea out front. Well appointed house and comfy beds Lacked some basics which for the price we felt should have been provided: o my 2 toilet rolls, no tea coffee salt or pepper,
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Karen Smith
Beautiful cottage in the most perfect location. The scenery is amazing. The cottage was very comfortable. Just a small thing is that it could with firmer pillows but aside from that the place has everything you need. We were lucky to have decent weather too which was a bonus.
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Confirmed Guest
11 The Apostles is in a great location with amazing views and sunsets.Overall the house was comfortable and well equipped aside from a lack of small plates. However, there was a permanent smell of curry in the kitchen that we couldn't get rid of. And there needs to be some minor repair work and paintwork undertaken, notably in the bathroom. Cleaners need to clean the fridge (crumbs and marks) and bathroom sink properly (Black around the plug). The bathroom towel rail doesn't work.