Port Ramsay Cottage

ISLE OF LISMORE

Sleeps: 8
(3 bedrooms)

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The Island of Lismore (or Lios Mor - The Big Garden) is situated in Loch Linnhe at the southern end of the Great Glen on the west coast of Scotland. The island is ten miles long and about one mile wide with a population of around 160.

It is rich in historical sites, flora and fauna and home to the original Cathedral of Argyll, parts of which can still be seen in the Parish Church which has beautiful stained glass and a wealth of local family history in its graveyard.

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Located in the crofting and fishing village of Port Ramsay, this semi-detached cottage is traditionally built on the shores of the loch. At high tide the sea is just a few metres from the bottom of the garden.

Downstairs is a sitting room with coal-fired central heating, electric convector heater and colour television. The dining room, with french doors, has a table and chairs to seat 8. The kitchen is also on the ground floor as is a childrens' room with bunk beds to sleep 3.

The bathroom with a walk in shower and bath with disability handles is on the mezzanine floor.

Upstairs there is a family bedroom (with 1 double bed & 1 single bed) and another double bedroom.

Linen is provided and the rental price includes electricity and central heating fuel. The water is heated by the coal-fired central heating or the electric water heater.

There is beautiful unrestricted walking throughout the island, a historical 2,000 year old broch, Castle Coeffin known for its Viking connections and the 13th century Achinduin Castle. These castles are in a ruined state but nevertheless are very interesting and stand in magnificent positions.

Buzzards, commonly seen on the telegraph poles, stonechats and herons are always around while hen harriers, wheatears and skylarks are regular visitors.

The fields and roadsides are filled with an ever-changing range of wild flowers starting in spring with primroses followed by wild garlic, meadowsweet, yellow irises and many species of orchids to name but a few to be found on this herb-rich fertile island.

Visitors are welcome to join in the various social activities, most of which are held at the Public Hall.