Property for sale in Arisaig
Arisaig is a small village in Lochaber, on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands. It lies on the A830 road to the Isles, 40 miles west of Fort William and on the way to Mallaig. The village itself is a collection of white-painted hotels, pubs, restaurants, shops, houses, cottages, and small crofts scattered between the harbour and the new road to Morar. Tourism is the main industry in Arisaig, thanks to the spectacular scenery and stunning local beaches known as The Silver Sands.
If you are looking for property for sale in Arisaig, the supply is limited. To receive details of cottages or houses for sale in Arisaig as soon as they become available, please register your interest with Arisaig estate agents. Only very occasionally are there any flats for sale in Arisaig.
Amenities for Arisaig properties
Arisaig has good local services and a reasonable selection of shops, including a Spar mini-market combined with a café. On the edge of Loch nan Ceall there is a sheltered marina with moorings and pontoons for pleasure craft. Arisaig's pier is the terminus for boat trips to the Isle of Eigg, visible through the rocks at the entrance to the loch. Near Arisaig, is a splendid 9-hole golf course which offers magnificent views across the loch and, in summer, the late evening sunset is truly spectacular. Local children attend Arisaig Primary School and, for secondary education, children travel to Mallaig High School.
Transport in Arisaig
The railway station in Arisaig is on the West Highland Line and is the most westerly station on the British mainland. North of Arisaig, the line connects to Morar and Mallaig, and eastwards to Lochailort and Fort William. There is a thrice daily bus service between Arisaig and Fort William, with a single journey time of about an hour.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Arisaig, which is covered by postcode, PH39, you may also like to consider Mallaig, Lochailort, Glenfinnan, Fort William, Spean Bridge, Roy Bridge, and Fort Augustus.