Rust-coloured moorland grasses rise towards a rocky, mist-covered hillside

Part of Isle of Skye

Raasay.

Where to go, eat and stay, and the days between.

Calum's Road, Raasay

The guide.

A 25-minute ferry journey from Sconser brings you to the lovely island of Raasay, home to around 160 people and a long, languid coastline.

Where to stay

Places to sleep2

The story

In this part of the island, Overview, History and more

Where to stay.

A place to sleep, and what it is like

Round table and chairs by a bay window overlooking a loch and hills

Raasay House Hotel

The story.

The written parts of the guide, each on its own page

In this part of the island

History

Raasay’s history is a compelling saga of clan rule, Jacobite loyalty, and remarkable individual fortitude.

Areas

Raasay’s long, narrow geography creates three distinct areas, each offering a different facet of the island’s character.

Getting around

Getting there The only way to reach Raasay is via the Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) car and passenger ferry from Sconser on the Isle of Skye.

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