Self-catering accommodation in Arran

Nestling in the Firth of Clyde between the Ayrshire coast and the Kintyre Peninsula the Isle of Arran, a stunningly beautiful island with magnificent mountain scenery, small farms, a picturesque coastline that includes Lamlash and Brodick Bays, and a host of activities.

Isle of Arran benefits from both mainland shelter and the warm currents of the North Atlantic Drift. Yes, there are a few Palm trees and the occasional Basking Shark visiting our surrounding waters!

The island is often called "Scotland in Miniature" which is well deserved for it boast spectacular scenery, from mountain ridges to deserted, beautiful sandy beaches, an abundance of wildlife from Grey Seals to Golden Eagles and a variety of flora and fauna which colour the island in all its seasons. We even have a few Ancient Monuments, and a couple of castles!

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Arran properties by area

Corrie The village of Corrie lies on the north east coast, 6 miles north of Brodick. The village has two jetties and a picturesque 9 hole golf course. This is a very scenic spot.	Brodick Brodick is an attractive village situated on Brodick Bay, at the foot of the island’s highest hill, Goat Fell. Brodick is the main ferry port on Arran. It is well provided with shops, restaurants and attractions for all the family.
Lamlash Lamlash is the largest village on Arran and is situated on Lamlash Bay, 4 miles south of Brodick, where it looks out onto Holy Island. A very attractive village, it offers some fine restaurants, great walks, sea angling and trips to Holy Island.	Whiting Bay Whiting Bay is situated 3 miles south of Brodick and it was once home to the longest pier in Scotland! The village is close to Iron Age forts and a waterfall, has some fine forest walks, bicycle and boat trips, and delicious restaurants.
Dippen A lovely quiet area of Arran that is bordered by the beautiful seaside village of Whiting Bay and Kildonan. Never far from amenities Dippen is an area to relax and get away from it all.	Kildonan Kildonan is close to some lovely beaches, and looks out onto the island of Pladda and the ruined Kildonan Castle is nearby. You can enjoy some lovely walks and if you are lucky you can spot grey seals from the numerous beaches.
Lagg Lagg is a tiny hamlet on the south west corner of Arran. You can visit archaeological monuments, explore the coast or go for some lovely walks inland.	Sliddery A tiny hamlet on the south west corner of Arran, Sliddery has a pebble beach and some sandy ones nearby and is a lovely peaceful spot to enjoy walks, wildlife and scenery.
Blackwaterfoot Blackwaterfoot is a small village situated at the south west end of the Island. It has a fine 12 hole golf course and it is also close to a large Iron Age hill fort at Drumadoon Point, and to the King’s Cave.	Lochranza A beautiful Highland village, Lochranza is a ferry port and a popular place to visit. It has a castle, some beaches and some lovely walks along the coast or in the surrounding hills.
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Featured Arran Holiday Cottages and Castles

A selection of hand picked properties from The Isle of Arran, "Scotland in Miniature"

Glenerin Brodick	Tigh an Eilean Lamlash
Peacock Cottage Whiting Bay	Moinadh Blackwaterfoot

More about The Isle of Arran

Arran has been called "Scotland In Miniature", and with justification, for although small in size, its wonderful scenery combined with the great array of things to see and do enable you to sample the best of Scotland in one distinct area.

Reached by ferry either from Ardrossan in Ayrshire to Brodick, or Claonaig in Kintyre to Lochranza, the island runs from north to south in a rough rectangular and the best way to explore it is by car or bicycle, using its very simple but spectacular road network. A coast road links the island’s key settlements, including Brodick, Lamlash, Whiting Bay, Kildonan, Blackwaterfoot, Lochranza and Corrie, while another minor road, known as "The String" crosses the middle of the island.

From this road you can enjoy some wonderful vistas from the many viewpoints overlooking the mountains and coast, an array of prehistoric monuments, and wildlife like seals, red deer, red squirrels and golden eagles. You can also visit caves associated with Robert the Bruce, Lochranza Castle and Brodick Castle and Gardens, and watch or join in with the many events and festivals.

For the more active there is a wide range of walks, including some spectacular hill walks on and around Goat Fell, golf, cycling, horse riding, sailing, sea kayaking and canyoning.

Arran is also renowned for its seafood, cheeses, ice cream, whisky and beer, and you can eat out in some fine restaurants and pubs.