Guests say
Druidaig Lodge receives high praise for its stunning lochside location, ample space for large groups, and well-equipped kitchen. The traditional property offers a comfortable stay with modern amenities, and guests enjoy the beautiful views and wildlife. The garden is appreciated, and the lodge is ideal for family celebrations and outdoor activities. Some feedback mentions a need for better water pressure and more showers, but overall, guests report a fantastic experience and express a desire to return.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The lodge's location is consistently lauded for its outstanding lochside setting, with beautiful views of the 5 Sisters and proximity to local walks. Guests enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife, making it a highlight of their stay.
Guests find the lodge comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy atmosphere. However, some feedback suggests that the top floor bedrooms could be refreshed and that fluffier towels would enhance comfort.
The property is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and the addition of modern features like dishwashers. However, there are comments about the need for more showers and better water pressure, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests appreciate the communication from the owner and the housekeeper, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Dornie 13 miles. Nestling alongside the stunning Loch Duich near the Kyle of Lochalsh on the west coast of Scotland is this superb traditional lodge house, Druidaig House. Designed to house large parties and family gatherings, Druidaig House is the perfect destination for that special get-together. An Edwardian sporting lodge the house boasts a wealth of traditional features and offers ample space for entertaining, gathering and socialising. The delightful sitting room and drawing room both offer a warm and welcoming sanctuary from the outside world with loads of snug seating areas, windows offering beautiful views over the loch and beyond and roaring log fires to really make you feel at home. For your entertainment there is a games room with a snooker table where the young ones (and not so young ones!) can get together and enjoy a game of snooker. Feeding your party is a pleasure not a chore in the wonderfully inviting kitchen which is suitably equipped to enable you to rustle up some delicious food before stepping into the elegant dining room which comfortably seats 12 and is the perfect spot for spending time enjoying relaxing meals and good company. When bedtime calls, make your way to any of eight bedrooms and snuggle down for a good night’s rest. The children will love the bunk beds and the small and cosy second-floor bedrooms whilst the remaining bedrooms should cater for any combination of guests. When you wake up after a refreshing night’s sleep there is nowhere better to be. Throw open the doors and let the children explore the extensive gardens while you enjoy some time alfresco with your favourite tipple while taking in the sublime loch views. It really doesn’t get much better than that. Getting out and about is a must when you stay at Druidaig Lodge. You can fish on Loch Duich and there is even a private slipway where you can launch your own boat! The region is a haven for walkers, climbers, mountain bikers and birdwatchers. If you want to indulge in some history then you must visit the famous Eilean Donan Museum which is close by and for the hustle and bustle of a town check out Kyle of Lochalsh which has a selection of shops, bars, restaurants and places of interest. Touring the Isle of Skye is an essential day out and it’s only a short drive from the house. Time spent at Druidaig Lodge is time well spent. EPC Rating: Band G
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.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
10 bedrooms: 2 x single, 2 x twin, 2 x double, 1 x children’s bunk, 1 x second-floor triple bedroom suitable only for children, 2 x second-floor singles.
2 x bathrooms with roll top baths, a basin and separate WC, 1 x bathroom with bath & shower over, basin and separate WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room - seats 12.
Sitting room.
Drawing room.
Games room.
Central heating on two floors with electric heaters in attic and open fires.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
TV with Sky, DVD player, WiFi, collection of books, snooker table, piano.
Fuel, power and starter pack of logs for woodburning stove.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot.
Ample off-road parking.
Five acres of gardens and grounds.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, this is a no smoking property.
Shop 13.1 miles, pub 6.2 miles.
Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.
Note: There is an unfenced pond in the garden so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: The second-floor single beds are narrow and only suitable for children.
Bunk beds are also only to be used by children.
Note: Please bring own linen for travel cot
Nearby points of interest
- Eilean Donan Castle
- Falls of Glomach
- Five Sisters of Kintail
- Carn Na Frith-aird Viewpoint
- Inner Sound to Kyleakin
- Flowerdale Waterfall
- Otter Hides at Kylerhea
- Calum’s Seal Trips
- Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre
- Mountain and Sea Guides
Reviews (10)
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Ian
) period charm. It is very comfortable despite its age, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The owner, Hamish, is very helpful and attentive to guests' enjoyment - we appreciated this very much. We did note however that the house does need some maintenance and upgrade - some of the plug sockets (bunk bed room for example) are not properly secured into the wall, constituting a safety issue, and the single shower is not really sufficient for a large party of guests. Having come to the property last year (£2584), this year (£3668), we are having significant reservations about returning next year (£4176) - the approaching 100% price increase within the span of 2 years is way ahead of inflation, and is certainly not being justified by property maintenance and upgrade. Perhaps Sykes' commission is driving these increases? If that is the case, Sykes, please note the drive for increased profits has the potential to alienate customers (!) - remember, we are now very much post-Covid, and perhaps the rush for holidays in Scotland that we saw in '21, '22 is diminishing.
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Bradley
Itâs well catered for big groups and located in my favourite part of Scotland. The owner was very communicative before and during the booking. We hope to be back
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Su
The location is superb and we made the most of the loch and local walks. The house has great character and is extremely well-equipped, especially the kitchen, which was very helpful, as we did a fair bit of cooking. WiFi worked well. We enjoyed the gardens and the great weather even made it possible to swim in the loch. Communication with the owner was excellent. Some constructive feedback would be 1) The top floor bedrooms could do with a refresh. We didnât want to use them. 2) Time for some new (fluffier!) towels. 3) There was a problem with water pressure in one of the bathrooms, which made the bath unusable. We were able to work around that, but more of an issue was that there was only one shower (NB the listing suggests there are 2. I think.) While the shower did work very well, itâs not really adequate for 15 people. Overall, we were happy with the house and enjoyed everything it had to offer. We would happily book again .