The Ferry House

Castles · 45 min

Eilean Donan Castle

Built on a small island where three sea lochs meet, Eilean Donan is one of Scotland's most iconic castles — fully restored and spectacularly set against the mountains of Kintail.

Eilean Donan Castle at the meeting of three lochs

Eilean Donan Castle

Getting there

Around 45 minutes from The Ferry House to Dornie on the mainland — a spectacular castle stop on the road to or from Kyle of Lochalsh and the Skye Bridge.

Restored 13th-century castle with clan history, furnished rooms, and a stunning lochside setting.

One of Scotland's most photographed castles — where three sea lochs meet.

Visitor centre, café, and gift shop on site.

Nearby you'll find

Kyle of Lochalsh and the Skye Bridge

The picturesque village of Plockton

Loch Duich and Kintail viewpoints

Shieldaig and the west coast scenic route

An iconic Highland castle that's well worth the short detour from Skye.