Silver Birch Lodge | Dornie | Ratagan | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

44 Customer Review(s)

Sharon
September 2024

“Beautiful lodge in a stunning location.”

So well equipped. Very clean and well presented. An absolute credit to the owners. Lots of information left by owners inside lodge which was very helpful. Would 100% go again.

So well equipped. Very clean and well presented. An absolute credit to the owners. Lots of information left by owners inside lodge which was very helpful. Would 100% go again.

- Sharon, September 2024

Thank you so much Sharon - what a great review! We are so pleased that you had a great holiday and enjoyed your stay at Silver Birch Lodge. We would love to welcome you back. Property Owner
Hilary August 2024

“This was totally perfect, the house was so well setup with everything you could need, Whilst the weather was not that great, the views where fantasic, and very much enjoyed our stay here, Skye was also in easy reach, and biking up the Great Glen ( Gleann Choinneachain ) was fab!”

- Hilary, August 2024

Thank you Hilary for the amazing feedback! We have tried to make the cottage a home away from home and equip it with everything you might need for a comfortable stay. Really pleased you found this to be the case. The area around has so much to offer and the views of Loch Duich and the Five Sisters are superb especially when the light keeps changing. We will welcome you back should you wish to return for a future stay. Hopefully next time you will hit better weather - you stayed in August this year which was the wettest August the area had ever had - it certainly wasn’t normal weather for the time of year. Property Owner
Richard May 2024

“Had a wonderful holiday in a great location and in well-equipped and clean accommodation.”

The loch being a couple of hundred yards away was a bonus for my daughter and her partner who we able to kayak over to the Pit Stop cafe for breakfast ! I was initially nervous about taking our EV to such a remote area, but there were fast chargers only a few miles away.

- Richard, May 2024

Thank you Richard for your great feedback. We are really pleased that you liked Silver Birch Lodge and had a great holiday. We have tried to equip the cottage well so that it is a home away from home. My brother took his electric vehicle up there a month or so back and he also found it a lot easier than expected. It is our intention over the course of the next year or so to look into the possibility of putting an electric vehicle charger at the property for guests to use. We look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Paul May 2024

“House is lovely in a beautiful part of Scotland, the house is well equipped and clean”

- Paul, May 2024

Thank you Paul - and we have to agree with you - the scenery in that part of Scotland is stunning whatever the time of year. Really pleased you had a good holiday and we look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to make a return visit. Property Owner
Violet Grace March 2024

“Silver birch lodge was excellent, in a perfect location, it was very clean, comfortable and had everything needed for a perfect holiday.”

The only thing we would like to say is the check in and check out timings need to be relaxed. Especially the 9am check out time we find is too early especially when your expected to strip beds etc.

- Violet Grace, March 2024

Thank you so much Violet for your lovely feedback. We love our guests to have a great experience at Silver Birch Lodge and really pleased that you had a good time. We loved your comments in the visitor's book at the cottage - we look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to return for a future visit. Re the 9am check out, we have a great housekeeper who is very reliable and extremely thorough, hence the house is always very clean and welcoming for guests. The downside is that we have to share her with another property as there is a real shortage of cleaners in the area who can do the changeovers for us. We are very aware that this is one of the downsides of the cottage and some weeks we are able to change the check in/check out times depending on other bookings. We keep the situation under review and hope to be able to change the times at some point in the future. Property Owner
Steve February 2024

“We had a great week, the cottage was perfect for us in every way , from the cleanliness to the quality of the home furnishings Silver Birch Lodge really makes you feel at home .”

- Steve, February 2024

Thank you so much Steve for your great feed back. We try hard to make the cottage a home away from home and are so pleased that you found it this way. We also have a great housekeeper who does a fantastic job with the cleaning. Really glad you had a great week and we will look forward to welcoming you back if you would like to return for a future visit. Property Owner
Jacqueline November 2023

“We all had an amazing time at Silver birch cottage.”

Fabulous views all round.Great walks from the doorstep. Although a 40 mile round trip to the nearest Co-op this should not be deterrent to anyone thinking of staying there.The Isle of Sky is only a few miles further with some of the most loch and Mountain scenery! The cottage was more than equipped in regards to kitchen essentials. For observation only; None of the shower rooms/Bathroom have an extractor fan.The Master upstairs bedroom could do with a replacement Mattress as my Son found it very hard and uncomfortable due it lacking support from springs. We would give your housekeeper Nadja 110% for her cleaning skills. Cleanest holiday let we have ever stayed at. We hope to go back there sometime within the next couple of years! Jackie Dawson.

- Jacqueline, November 2023

Thank you Jackie for your great feedback. We are lucky to have a fantastic housekeeper who does an amazing job with the cleaning and I have passed your comments onto her. Although the cottage is in a fairly remote location, it is still served by Morrisons and Asda home delivery out of Inverness (though you do have to be organised and get a slot a few weeks in advance of your holiday). We always find we head out towards Kyle and Broadford for days out during the week so combine a trip to the Co-op with our day out. As you found, the views and walks more than make up for the lack of shops! We are staying up there for New Year so I will check out the mattress. We are so pleased that you had an amazing holiday and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Louis October 2023

“The place was extremely well maintained, very clean and had all the necessary equipment you need for a great week away.”

That last point is really important, the kitchen was well looked after and all the small things, like sharp knives, made the stay like a home from home. Highly recommend. The owners were great and had loads of local knowledge and recommendations to share.

- Louis, October 2023

Thank you Louis for your great feedback. Having stayed in a large number of holiday cottages without good kitchen equipment, we have made sure that our kitchen is very well equipped. I hosted a dinner party for friends when I was there last week and it was just like cooking in my kitchen at home! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future to further explore the area - there is so much to see and do. Property Owner
Elaine September 2023

“We had a brilliant stay at Silver Birch Lodge.”

Beautiful cottage in a stunning location. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay. The weather wasn’t on our side but that didn’t affect our experience. Would highly recommend and hope to return one day!

- Elaine, September 2023

Thank you so much Elaine for your great feedback! It is always great to hear that our guests would recommend Silver Birch Lodge to others. If we could always provide good weather to go with the cottage, we would, but the weather has been a bit soggy recently. It isn't always like that so we will look forward to welcoming you back to experience the area in some better weather. Property Owner
Michael September 2023

“Property was extremely clean, beautifully furnished, very comfortable.”

Excellent location for exploring such a fantastic scenic area.

- Michael, September 2023

Thank you so much Michael for your great feedback. We have a really good housekeeper looking after the property for us - she is very thorough with the cleaning and we are lucky to have her helping us. I really enjoyed decorating and furnishing Silver Birch Lodge so am made up that you liked it and found it very comfortable. We have to agree with you that the area is very scenic - we know we are biased but the view across Loch Duich to the 5 Sisters of Kintail is one of the best views anywhere. We hope to welcome you back in the future to explore the area some more. Property Owner
Helen September 2023

“The property was very comfortable and had everything we needed.”

It is in a beautiful location and everything was very peaceful. It made for a very relaxing holiday.

- Helen, September 2023

Thank you so much Helen. We are really pleased that you had a peaceful holiday. Ratagan is a fantastic place to get away from it all and unwind. Just watching the changing light over the loch and mountains is an absolute delight. We hope you went back relaxed and rejuvenated. We look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to return in future for some more peace and quiet in a beautiful corner of the UK. Property Owner
Mary August 2023

“Brilliant cottage that contains everything you would need, lovely view and quiet area.”

Would definitely stay again.

- Mary, August 2023

Thank you so much for your great feedback Mary - it is great to hear that you would definitely stay again. We have tried to equip the cottage well so that it is a home away from home. I agree with the lovely views - they are amazing and with the changing light the loch and the mountains always look different. Ratagan is definitely somewhere to go to for peace and relaxation. We look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Brian July 2023

“The property was very well presented and in a great location.”

Had a great time, despite the weather!

- Brian, July 2023

Brian, thank you so much for your feedback. Sorry about the weather - that is something beyond our control!! I went out for a walk last October when I was there and got absolutely drenched. About half way through the walk the sun popped out, a rainbow appeared and I got some amazing photos - so even bad weather has its bonuses! We are glad you still had a good time and enjoyed Silver Birch Lodge. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit and hopefully some better weather! Property Owner
Stephanie June 2023

“Fantastic property in a stunning location.”

Very clean and comfortable. Great communication with host. We would highly recommend!

- Stephanie, June 2023

Thank you Stephanie - amazing feedback. The cottage is definitely in a stunning location - arguably one of the best views in Scotland from down by the loch shore! We try and be as helpful as we can to guests so are always contactable and responsive should the need arise during your stay. Thank you so much for the high recommendation - we look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Raquel June 2023

“Great place.”

Very clean with lots of amenities and beautiful views.

- Raquel, June 2023

Thank you so much Raquel for your great feedback. We have tried to equip the cottage well so that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. Our housekeeper does a great job with the cleaning. And I fully agree with the beautiful views!! We will look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Christine June 2023

“Silver Birch has everything you'll need for a great break.”

It is spotless, comfortable and is situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. If the UK heatwave continues through the summer, perhaps a pool out front? I jest of course. But the sun and the light just make the place even more magical.

- Christine, June 2023

Thank you so much Christine for your great feedback - and I agree with you that Silver Birch Lodge is situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the world - the views from Ratagan are just stunning! The light changes constantly as does the view across the loch and towards the mountains. When we are staying there I often find myself running down to the loch with my camera to capture the light effects - just amazing. You have summed it up perfectly with the word "magical". We look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit (though we can't guarantee the weather will be so warm and sunny!!) Property Owner
Neil May 2023

“Very comfortable house for the 6 of us + toddler.”

Cooked in x5 and ate out x2. Secure garden for our 2 dogs. Ideal location for new hills, Skye and local walks - Sandaig & Corran for example.

- Neil, May 2023

Thank you so much Neil for your great feedback. The house is a good size, and with the 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, as well as the separate lounge and dining rooms makes it a very comfortable house for a group of 6 - plenty of space to all be together as a group or to find your own space for some peace and quiet. Really pleased that you got some walking in - it is a great location for walking with so many different options available from casual walkers to experienced hill climbers - all with stunning scenery. We look forward to welcoming you back for a return visit. Property Owner
Neil May 2023

“Silver Birch Lodge was ideal for us (three adults each with a desire for their own room) - three beds, three bathrooms.”

The house is spotlessly clean, well-furnished and tastefully decorated. Oh, and well-equipped, with comfortable mattresses. The views from the upstairs bedrooms are fantastic, and evening walks down to the sea shore to see the sun set over Loch Duich were wonderful. Recommended.

- Neil, May 2023

Thank you so much Neil for some great feedback. May is one of the best months for the sunsets in Ratagan as the setting sun turns the 5 Sisters some fantastic shades of yellow, orange and red. So glad you got to experience this. Really pleased you liked Silver Birch Lodge - the 3 bathrooms make the house really versatile for both friends and family. We hope you will return again. Property Owner
Kelvin May 2023

“Fantastic Lodge in a fantastic location.”

A real home from home feel and beautifully cleaned/maintained.

- Kelvin, May 2023

Thank you so much Kelvin for your great feedback. We are so pleased that you had a good time at Silver Birch Lodge and found it a home from home - that has always been our intention with the property. Our housekeeper does a fantastic job with the cleaning and every time we visit we improve the property in some way to keep it looking at its best. We look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Giovambattista April 2023

“Excellent property, comfortable and well presented.”

Highly recommended. Great base from which to explore or just stay local and enjoy the walks.

- Giovambattista, April 2023

Thank you very much for your great feedback - really pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you so much for recommending it to others. The property really is a great base from which to explore the area - there are plenty of options for days out and great scenery whichever way you head, but none more spectacular than the views from Ratagan itself! We look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to return and explore more of the area. Property Owner
Janet March 2023

“We had a lovely holiday at Silver Birch Lodge.”

The Lodge was very clean, warm, comfortable and there are stunning views from the property. The kitchen was very well equipped and appliances were easy to use. The owners emailed prior to our stay with very useful advice. The lodge is in a remote quiet location, so the advice prior to our stay e.g. bring provisions with you, was very useful. The Lodge is located in a good position for exploring the local area which has good walks, stunning scenery and interesting historical sites to visit. We fully recommend Silver Birch Lodge.

- Janet, March 2023

Thank you Janet for such great feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Silver Birch Lodge. Really good to hear that you found the kitchen well equipped and appliances easy to use. We stayed in numerous cottages before owning our own so wanted to make sure that our kitchen was well equipped for most requirements and that the appliances weren't over complicated. There are certainly stunning views from the house - we are still of the opinion that the view of the 5 Sisters of Kintail from the loch shore at Ratagan is one of the best (if not the best) views to be had anywhere in Scotland! Thank you for your recommendation to others - we will look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
John February 2023

“I would like to thank the owners for presenting such a lovely house everything about it was first class and in working order.”

The views were exceptional, the beds were super comfortable, the kitchen had everything necessary for a brilliant stay, the house was very warm in spite of some very cold nights. There was plentiful parking space. Everything about the house and surrounding area was explained in quite a large loose leaf file kept in the living room in case you were not sure of anything. It was very clean all 5 of us would like to give our thanks to the cleaner who did an excellent clean both before we arrived and midway through a 2 week stay. Between us we have stayed in hundreds of holiday cottages and this is one of the best, if not the best. John and family.

- John, February 2023

Thank you so much, John & family for an amazing review. I am so overwhelmed that I am lost for words (and that is a first!) I have passed your thanks onto our housekeeper - she does an amazing job of making the house so clean and tidy each Saturday. We are so pleased that you had a great stay - we know you are familiar with and love the area and it is great that you so enjoyed using Silver Birch Lodge as a base from which to do some more exploring. You also had some amazing weather and the northern lights! We try our best to make the house a home from home and are made up that you loved it too. We really look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to make a return visit. Property Owner
Gill February 2023

“Great house in lovely location and very clean”

- Gill, February 2023

Thank you Gill for your great feedback. Really pleased you liked the house. Our housekeeper is great - she is very thorough so you will always be guaranteed a clean, tidy and smart house on your arrival. We look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Antonia December 2022

“Well equipped kitchen, lovely and warm house, great views, and very responsive hosts.”

- Antonia, December 2022

Thank you Antonia for your great feedback. I am so pleased you had a good time at Silver Birch Lodge, especially as this was the first time we had rented it out for Christmas. We have tried to put as much equipment in the kitchen as we can and glad you were able to make use of it for the Christmas food preparations. The views are great at any time of year, but especially in the winter months with the snow on top and the crisp, clear air. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Philip October 2022

“A beautiful, clean, immaculate and well equiped property of the highest standard in a fantastic location.”

- Philip, October 2022

Philip, thank you so much for your feedback. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Silver Birch Lodge and found it to be a high standard. We definitely agree with the fact that it is in a fantastic location - I was up there for a week very recently and the autumn scenery was just stunning. We look forward to welcoming you back for a future visit. Property Owner
Karen October 2022

“Brilliant property,warm,comfortable with everything you need for a great stay.”

Great location, would definitely recommend to friends and family.

- Karen, October 2022

We are really pleased that you enjoyed your time in Silver Birch Lodge. Thank you for your great feedback. I don't think you had the best of weeks in terms of the weather, but at least you had a warm and comfortable house to return to and shut out the weather! We will look forward to welcoming you back in the future, as well as some of your friends and family. Property Owner
Chrysander September 2022

“What a fantastic cottage in a wonderful setting, Scotlan, Ratagan and the Highlands are truly a beautiful place to be.”

- Chrysander, September 2022

Thank you so much for your feedback, Chrysander. You are so right about it being a beautiful place to be! Really pleased that you loved the cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit to the area. Property Owner
Stephen August 2022

“The property is in a great location with stupendous scenery.”

Overall the accommodation is very good. It is let down slightly by another house partially blocking the view to the loch and we felt awkward sitting at the table on the front deck looking into that house. The beds could be more comfortable. Most disappointing is the strict 9am check out, of which we were reminded several times, especially when you're expected to strip the beds, clean all the dishes etc.empty the dishwasher, and remove all food etc. Not wishing to get up very early, we decided to leave the previous afternoon.

- Stephen, August 2022

Thank you Stephen for your honest feedback. First and foremost we are glad that you had a lovely holiday and appreciated the surrounding scenery, which is nothing more than amazing - I could sit and look at that view all day long with its changing light. We have never disguised the fact that the property is not loch side and future guests shouldn't worry about sitting on the front decking. The neighbours we have in Ratagan are the best you could wish for anywhere - very friendly, discreet and exceptionally helpful. We would be lost without them. They are fully aware it is a holiday let and are very welcoming to all of our guests. And just remember - the view for them is at the front of their house - so that is where they tend to spend a lot of their time rather than at the back looking at Silver Birch Lodge. Sorry that you didn't find the beds comfortable. It is nigh on impossible to find a bed to suit everybody. I don't like soft beds, so we have tended to go for the slightly firmer bed - the kings are both quality sprung mattresses with memory foam on top. With regard to the 9am check in time we can only apologise. We have a really good, reliable and efficient housekeeper, but housekeepers for holiday lets are in high demand and short supply, much like many other jobs at present. As a result, most housekeepers do more than one changeover in a day and due to us being a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom property, the only way this can be fitted in is for a 9am check out. For many people this isn't an issue as they have a long distance to drive anyway so need an early start. When circumstances allow, we do let guests know if they can check out a bit later although this tends to be mainly in the lower season. We are keeping this closely under review and when circumstances allow we will change it. We are sorry that you felt you had to leave on the Friday afternoon because of it. If it is ever a huge issue, with enough notice we may be able to come to an alternative arrangement. On that note, we will look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to return in the future. Property Owner
Sarah August 2022

“We travel to Scotland alot and have stopped in many properties this property is the best by far.”

The owners has thought of everything and is the cleanest property we have stopped in, there is information about everything and everywhere to visit. The views where beautiful from property. The owners should feel so proud as this house I would give more than 5* I would highly recommend this property its perfect.

- Sarah, August 2022

We want to thank you so much, Darren & family, for your great feedback - we are made up that you liked Silver Birch Lodge so much. We put a lot of effort into the property as we want our guests to have the best holiday possible without having to worry about the property they are staying in and our housekeeper does an amazing job with the cleaning. We are really pleased you had a good holiday and will look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Kelinda July 2022

“Great place quiet and peaceful.”

Comfy and cosy will visit again

- Kelinda, July 2022

Thank you so much Kelinda for your feedback. Ratagan is definitely a place to enjoy some peace and quiet away from the modern rat race. Really glad you found the house comfortable and we will certainly look forward to welcoming you back for another visit. Property Owner
Robert June 2022

“Very comfortable house.”

Electric showers upstairs not the best (they never are) but everything else very good. Fabulous peaceful location with walks nearby.

- Robert, June 2022

Robert, thank you very much for your feedback. We are pleased you had a good week in Ratagan and enjoyed the location and the walks. Unfortunately, with the water and electricity set up as it is at the house, the electric showers upstairs are our only option. However, at least there is a mixer shower downstairs which has more power to it, so there is an alternative option - and the upstairs showers, whilst not being that powerful, are still very usable showers. We look forward to welcoming you back if you want to return in the future for some more peace and quiet away from the rat race. Property Owner
David June 2022

“The property is well equipped with everything needed for a comfy and relaxing holiday.”

The cleanliness of the house was superb and the location was great. In a quiet little village yet not too far from everything you could possibly need. Thanks for playing such a huge part in our lovely relaxing holiday

- David, June 2022

David, thank you so much for your feedback. We are pleased that you were able to have a relaxing holiday at Silver Birch Lodge. Ratagan is a lovely village - great views, lovely walks and very friendly locals yet just a couple of miles off the main road from Inverness to Skye. We will welcome you back should you choose to book again in the future for some more rest and relaxation in the Highlands. Property Owner
Martin May 2022

“Excellent cottage in ideal spot.”

We would like to thank the owners for having us.

- Martin, May 2022

Thank you Martin. You are more than welcome. We are pleased you had a good week in the cottage and enjoyed the location. The views of the 5 Sisters of Kintail and the mountains at Morvich from Ratagan are just outstanding and with the light constantly changing it is a view you never tire of. We look forward to welcoming you back should you decide to return for a future visit. Property Owner
David May 2022

“Excellent property with good level of equipment and facilities.”

- David, May 2022

David, thank you very much for your feedback. Glad you appreciated the level of equipment in the house - we have tried to equip the cottage to a high standard with a good range of equipment, especially in the kitchen. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay should you wish to visit again in the future. Property Owner
Nicholas April 2022

“Sleepy hamlet with lovely locals, great house with a nice bit of personality, loads of books, maps and print outs from walkhighlands.”

Com etc, we found those to be really warming extras, shows that little extra understanding and welcome from the owners. Great base to explore Glen Shiel and Skye, I would highly recommend.

- Nicholas, April 2022
Emily April 2022

“The most fantastic stay, thank you so much.”

From the cosy, dreamy beds to the perfectly equipped kitchen, everything was thoughtfully appointed and of excellent quality. Honestly the most wonderful holiday home we've ever stayed in.

- Emily, April 2022

Thank you Emily for your lovely feedback. Really glad you had a good week at Silver Birch Lodge - we look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Kim April 2022

“This was an amazing property the best we’ve ever had the privilege of staying in anywhere.”

Everything was catered for the owner has made sure of that we always take a few utensils with us as you never know what may not be available and might be needed, we shouldn’t have worried about any of that as the cottage was so well equipped. The decor was totally up to date and the beds were so comfortable. The only downside was that we wished we’d booked 2 weeks instead of one, we didn’t want to leave! The location is perfect for visiting the Isle of Skye and the area close to the cottage is ideal for various walks with awesome views and the neighbours rte so friendly too. We had a fantastic time all round, our grandaughter’s who are 11 &13 and often hard to please absolutely loved it and are already asking when they can come again! We will definitely be back. 5 stars is not high enough rating for this property we’d definitely give it a 10! A truly remarkable place to stay. Thanks to the owners care and attention to detail, you should be so proud of the experience you’ve created for your guests. A jewel in the crown of the Highlands

- Kim, April 2022

John & family, thank you so much for your feedback. Wow - such a great review - we are made up! We have put a lot of time and effort into the property and are so glad that you enjoyed staying there. We look forward to welcoming you back to enjoy that second week you should have booked! Property Owner
Andrew March 2022

“Absolutely Magical stay, the cottage was fantastic, lovely decor, clean and everything you need provided.”

The best cottage we have stayed in by far in a lovely location with stunning views. So peaceful and the locals are very friendly and helpful and the walks are amazing. We cannot recommend this cottage enough, it surpassed all our expectations and some. Thank you so much.

- Andrew, March 2022

Andrew, thank you so much for the feedback - we are made up that you enjoyed the cottage so much. Such great comments! We also love the peace up here - such a good way to relax after the hustle and bustle of home life - and the views are stunning! There are so many walks to explore and we keep finding new paths. We look forward to welcoming you back to the cottage for some more exploring. Property Owner
David March 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay at Silver Birtch cottage.”

The cottage was first class very clean and the decor was tastefully done, and the bed was so comfy. All t

- David, March 2022

David, thank you for your great feedback which unfortunately appears to have been chopped short somehow. Glad you had a good time and we will look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to do some more hiking in the surrounding hills. Property Owner
Lisa January 2022

“Lovely modern holiday home in a stunning part of Scotland .”

Very well equipped kitchen, some great books and plenty puzzles and games for evenings. Comfy beds in beautiful bedrooms. Would love to come back in better weather.

- Lisa, January 2022

Thank you Lisa for your great comments - we look forward to welcoming you back in better weather! There is something to be said for pulling the curtains against the weather of an evening and settling down to enjoy a good book or the challenge of a jigsaw puzzle! Property Owner
Douglas November 2021

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Silver Birch.”

The house is beautifully equipped and virtually everything is brand new. It is a great location right in the middle of brilliant walking country, not far from Skye and easily reachable from Inverness. Only tiny thing missing is a log burner in the sitting room which would be lovely to come home to after being out in all sorts of weather. We would highly recommend staying!

- Douglas, November 2021

Thank you for your feedback. So glad you had a good week and enjoyed staying at Silver Birch Lodge. We agree with the log burner, but unfortunately there was a choice between a log burner and a new kitchen so we went with the latter as the kitchen really needed updating. We will continually update the property as time goes on.......so a log burner is something we will consider for the future. We look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to revisit the area for some more walking. Property Owner
Nicholas October 2021

“Really nice place to stay.”

We thought that the cottage was a very high standard with everything we needed. We found plenty to do in the area with lots and walking and, with the cottage being so close to the loch, some SUPing.

- Nicholas, October 2021
Myles October 2021

“Absolutely superb house.”

Everything we needed. Would fully recommend it. Thank you.

- Myles, October 2021
David October 2021

“Silver Birch welcome and presentation was just perfect.”

The house is a joy to spend time in and the area so cleverly detached from the hustle of life , we will treasure the memories

- David, October 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Dining room
Sitting room
LPG central heating
Electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for three cars
Enclosed garden to the front and back, with front decking with furniture, lawned area to front and side, and rear patio area with a picnic bench
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 5.4 miles, pub 2.1 miles
Note: This property only accepts a max 1 booking in per any week

The property

Dornie 9 miles.

Enjoying gorgeous mountain views and loch scenery, Silver Birch Lodge is a wonderful detached property resting in the hamlet of Ratagan in the Scottish Highlands.

Lying just a stone's throw from the shores of Loch Duich, Silver Birch Lodge is perfect for a family or friends seeking a tranquil retreat, with the benefit of a large garden, off-road parking and close proximity to the loch.

On arrival take in the peaceful surroundings of this Highland cottage, with views of The five Sisters of Kintail, before admiring the property exterior after parking in the ample off-road parking area.

Head through the front door, passing the pretty front decking, and into the entrance porch where you can leave boots following your adventures.

Take the first right into the sitting room to find a contemporary space to unwind, decorated in hues of blue and grey with local art on the walls, find soft seating and a TV in here.

The dining room is off to the left and enjoys plenty of light from the patio doors leading out to the decking, where you can relax with a drink in hand and soak up the scenery.

A beautifully fitted kitchen has all you need for rustling up delicious dishes for the group, with sleek grey units and quality appliances, along with a utility room adjoining it home to the washing machine and tumble dryer.

From here make your way outside to the rear garden to find a lovely spot to enjoy nice weather, with an elevated patio home to a large picnic table.

Back in the house, the ground floor is home to one of the three lovely bedrooms, this one home to a king-size bed and served by the ground-floor family bathroom with a bath and overhead shower.

Take the stairs to come to a delightful reading space at the top of the landing along with two more sleeping spots, consisting of a twin bedroom and a master king-size bedroom, both featuring an en-suite shower room and large mirrored wardrobes to house your belongings.

Those who are seeking outdoor adventures won't be disappointed with the location of this homely property, with the surrounding area scattered with mountains and peaks to explore, whether on foot or bike.

Embark on a challenging hike along the Five Sisters of Kintail with a network of trails leading you up and around the mountains, lochs and glens, bringing you to even more incredible vistas and views to soak up.

The Ratagan Pass and Glenelg present an amazing adventure to enjoy.

The nearest place for dinner and a drink is Kintail Lodge Hotel, home to a restaurant with loch views to enjoy, while the village of Dornie is nine miles away and offers several pubs, a local shop and a café.

Watersports enthusiasts can look forward to the likes of kayaking, canoeing and wild swimming, or simply boat trips, with outdoor activity organisers on hand to guide you.

Discover the incredible Isle of Skye accessed from Kyle of Lochalsh, home to distilleries and more wonderful scenery to explore.

Enjoy a memorable stay in the Highlands at Silver Birch Lodge.

EPC Rating: Band D

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-10207-F

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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DORNIE

Kyle of Lochalsh 9 miles.

The picturesque village of Dornie sits amidst the stunning West Highland countryside, just nine miles from the bustling village of Kyle of Lochalsh. The village itself, a walker’s paradise, offers good amenities including a village shop, a local pub and numerous walking and cycling opportunities, with stunning views of the coastline and mountainous regions beyond to be enjoyed. Nearby Kyle of Lochalsh, known as the gateway to the Isle of Skye, offers a range of shops, hotels and restaurants and boasts a busy harbour that plays host to a variety of cargo, fishing and occasional passenger vessels. Nearby Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland's most famous and popular sights, is perched at the end of a stone causeway on the shores of Loch Duich, whilst further south is the Glenelg Peninsula, a tranquil backwater, which is beautiful, remote and relatively undiscovered. An easy drive north of Kyle is the charming village of Plockton, famous for its palm trees, yacht-filled bay and the nearby hamlet of Duirinish with Highland cattle which wander the streets! Alternatively, cross the Skye Bridge to Skye itself and explore all that the mystical Isle has to offer.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Beautiful lodge in a stunning location.”

“This was totally perfect, the house was so well setup with everything you could need, Whilst the weather was not that great, the views where fantasic, and very much enjoyed our stay here, Skye was also in easy reach, and biking up the Great Glen ( Gleann Choinneachain ) was fab!”

“Had a wonderful holiday in a great location and in well-equipped and clean accommodation.”

“House is lovely in a beautiful part of Scotland, the house is well equipped and clean”

“Silver birch lodge was excellent, in a perfect location, it was very clean, comfortable and had everything needed for a perfect holiday.”

“We had a great week, the cottage was perfect for us in every way , from the cleanliness to the quality of the home furnishings Silver Birch Lodge really makes you feel at home .”

“We all had an amazing time at Silver birch cottage.”

“The place was extremely well maintained, very clean and had all the necessary equipment you need for a great week away.”

“We had a brilliant stay at Silver Birch Lodge.”

“Property was extremely clean, beautifully furnished, very comfortable.”

“The property was very comfortable and had everything we needed.”

“Brilliant cottage that contains everything you would need, lovely view and quiet area.”

“The property was very well presented and in a great location.”

“Fantastic property in a stunning location.”

“Great place.”

“Silver Birch has everything you'll need for a great break.”

“Very comfortable house for the 6 of us + toddler.”

“Silver Birch Lodge was ideal for us (three adults each with a desire for their own room) - three beds, three bathrooms.”

“Fantastic Lodge in a fantastic location.”

“Excellent property, comfortable and well presented.”

“We had a lovely holiday at Silver Birch Lodge.”

“I would like to thank the owners for presenting such a lovely house everything about it was first class and in working order.”

“Great house in lovely location and very clean”

“Well equipped kitchen, lovely and warm house, great views, and very responsive hosts.”

“A beautiful, clean, immaculate and well equiped property of the highest standard in a fantastic location.”

“Brilliant property,warm,comfortable with everything you need for a great stay.”

“What a fantastic cottage in a wonderful setting, Scotlan, Ratagan and the Highlands are truly a beautiful place to be.”

“The property is in a great location with stupendous scenery.”

“We travel to Scotland alot and have stopped in many properties this property is the best by far.”

“Great place quiet and peaceful.”

“Very comfortable house.”

“The property is well equipped with everything needed for a comfy and relaxing holiday.”

“Excellent cottage in ideal spot.”

“Excellent property with good level of equipment and facilities.”

“Sleepy hamlet with lovely locals, great house with a nice bit of personality, loads of books, maps and print outs from walkhighlands.”

“The most fantastic stay, thank you so much.”

“This was an amazing property the best we’ve ever had the privilege of staying in anywhere.”

“Absolutely Magical stay, the cottage was fantastic, lovely decor, clean and everything you need provided.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Silver Birtch cottage.”

“Lovely modern holiday home in a stunning part of Scotland .”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Silver Birch.”

“Really nice place to stay.”

“Absolutely superb house.”

“Silver Birch welcome and presentation was just perfect.”

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DORNIE