Arisaig

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Tel code: 01687 | code search
Postcode: PH39 | code search
Population: 300
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Arisaig is a village in the Highlands of Scotland on the west coast, lying south of Mallaig, looking over to the Inner Hebrides and Isle of Skye. Arisig was inhabited by monks during the 12th century although there were no roads built in the area until the 19th century. Arisaig was an area affected by the Highland Clearances in the 1800’s, where people were evicted from their lands to make way for sheep, the people of Arisaig were moved to Nova Scotia, there are remains of their homes around the area Arisaig is known as ‘the Gateway to the Small Isles’ these include Eigg, Muck, Rum and Canna. The village is a popular tourist resort it has shops and amenities, restaurants, cafés, the area has hotels, self-catering cottages, caravan and campsite, B&B’s and guest houses. Attractions include The Land, Sea and Islands Centre and boat-trips leaving from Arisaig harbour touring the Small Isles, taking in the spectacular scenery and wildlife which includes seals, seabirds and many more. Activities in Arisaig include Self-led walks and guided walks with local ranger, there is a cycle hire shop, sandy beaches with water-sport facilities and a 9-hole golf course between Arisaig and Morar. Arisaig hosts a traditional Highland Games every summer.

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Camusdarach Campsite
Gorten Sands Caravan Site
Portnadoran Caravan Site

Golf Club

Traigh

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Arisaig Primary School

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Arisaig Hotel (0.29 miles)

Arisaig Hotel

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The hotel dates back to the Jacobite era, and was originally built as a Coaching Inn around 1720. It is situated in the village looking across Arisaig Bay towards the ... More

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Glenancross Farmhouse (3.41 miles)

Glenancross Farmhouse

With the stunning Camusdarach Beach a short walk away Glenancross Farm is an ideal base for your holiday. Only 4 miles equidistant from Arisaig and Mallaig, you are well served by a variety of restaurants and other ... More | visit website

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Cammard Cottage (9.76 miles)

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Enjoying a glorious location just north of the Point of Sleat, this charming, traditional cottage stands within 100 acres of wooded valley, affording views across the 'sound ... More

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Toravaig House Hotel & Restaurant (13.92 miles)

Toravaig House Hotel & Restaurant
Welcome to Toravaig House Hotel and Restaurant on the beautiful Scottish Isle of Skye, the ultimate romantic retreat on Scotland’s own ‘paradise island’. Toravaig is a stylish, contemporary country house hotel situated in Sleat, the ... More | visit website
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Prince's House Hotel (15.14 miles)

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Please note this is a NON-SMOKING hotel
Delightful hotel dating back to 1658, set in magnificent scenery on The Road to the Isles. Fully modernised and refurbished to a high standard. ... More

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Rockpool House (15.30 miles)

Rockpool House
Idyllically situated a stones throw from high tide, on the very beautiful sea loch, Loch Sunart. Amazing sea and mountain scenery in all directions. Lots to sight see and many outdoor activities available locally.
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Hotel Eilean Iarmain (16.26 miles)

Hotel Eilean Iarmain
This traditional hotel, in an idyllic setting, with spectacular views across the sound of Sleat to the Knoydart Hills, retains its old world charm giving each guest a truly genuine highland welcome from the moment ... More | visit website
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Duisdale Country House Hotel (17.02 miles)

Duisdale Country House Hotel

Surrounded by extensive gardens and the historic Duisdale Forest, Duisdale House Hotel stands on a hillside on the beautiful Isle of Skye, with panoramic views across the Sound of Sleat.

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Kilcamb Lodge (17.97 miles)

Kilcamb Lodge

Kilcamb Lodge is a beautiful Country House Hotel, nestling on the shores of Loch Sunart in 22 acres of private grounds with half a mile of shoreline at the bottom of the garden. Nature and wildlife at ... More | visit website

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Kinloch Lodge (18.27 miles)

Kinloch Lodge
Kinloch dates back to the early 1600s and is very much the home of Lord and Lady Macdonald. Two comfortable drawing rooms, with log fires, enjoy the most spectacular views. As Kinloch was not built ... More | visit website

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