Goatfell Cottage, Isle Of Arran

Nestled in the picturesque coastal clachan of High Corrie, Goatfell Cottage is a delightful semi-detached stone-built property which beautifully combines historic charm with rustic living. This B Listed cottage boasts a cosy lounge with open fireplace, a traditional style cottage kitchen/dining room, two bedrooms and spacious bathroom with a neat utility corner, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle.
Goatfell Cottage exudes character and is bursting with personality. The cottage has undergone thoughtful upgrades that enhance its original features while ensuring a comfortable living experience. The tasteful changes have been carried out with care, preserving the unique essence of this historic home.
One of the standout features of Goatfell Cottage is the stunning setting, which offer a glimpse of the natural beauty that surrounds this desirable conservation area. The property is situated in a serene location, allowing residents to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of village life while being just a stone's throw away from the breath-taking coastline.
This charming cottage is not only a home but also a piece of history, making it a rare find for those who appreciate character and heritage. High Corrie has long been favoured by artists and creatives including Joan Eardley, Margot Sandeman and Robert McLellan and this cottage was most recently owned by an acclaimed stain glass craftsman.
THE CLACHAN OF HIGH CORRIE
Access is by the narrow track which leads from the public road up to this settlement with its apparently random cluster of homes built around the small mountain burn.
Dating from the beginning of the 19th century, most of the cottages are in the conservation area of High Corrie, including Goatfell Cottage, are ‘B’ listed by Historic Scotland as being of special architectural interest. Further information on this can be accessed on the Historic Scotland website at https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/
GOATFELL COTTAGE
Goatfell Cottage is an utterly charming, traditional, semi-detached cottage situated in an elevated position, within the desirable clachan of High Corrie which enjoys spectacular views over the Firth of Clyde to the Cumbraes and Ayrshire Coast.
This stone built property retains the original the ceiling beams, fireplaces, windows and now enjoys some charming additions by a previous owner, a stain glass craftsman. Sections of this quirky home have been upgraded in a sympathetic and loving manner; however, the true character of this cottage is preserved.
ENTRANCE HALL (0.97m x 3.04m (3'2" x 9'11" ))
The hallway, with additional storage cupboard, leads through to all accommodation.
LOUNGE (2.65m x 4.94m (8'8" x 16'2"))
With a wonderful open fire and original fire surround, the room enjoys dual aspect windows and a truly cosy vibe.
KITCHEN (2.65m x 4.94m (8'8" x 16'2" ))
A vintage Scottish kitchen which is full of original features with handmade timber base units and tiled worksurface. The kitchen also enjoys a lovely traditional stove for additional heat.
REAR CLOAKROOM (1.54m x 2.22m (5'0" x 7'3"))
At the rear of the hallway there is a door out to the garden and a handy space for cloaks and wet weather gear.
BATHROOM (2.42m x 2.35m (7'11" x 7'8"))
A stunning stain glass door opens into the family bathroom, with a white suite and electric shower over bath.
The room features a handy utility corner plumbed for a washing machine.
BEDROOM ONE (3.45m x 4.19m (11'3" x 13'8" ))
An attic style double bedroom with roof window.
BEDROOM TWO (2.22m x 4.12m (7'3" x 13'6"))
A second, smaller, attic bedroom with roof window.
Services
The property is connected to mains electricity and water, drainage is to a septic tank located within the grounds.
Heating and hot water are supplied by the electric boiler with radiators in each room, with thermostat to control, and this is supplemented by the open fire in the lounge and a stove in the kitchen.
Garden
Goatfell Cottage garden is slightly sloping an and open to the hillside, mostly laid to lawn and planted with shrubs.
There is no dedicated parking for the cottage, however there is ample room to accommodate a vehicle.
Council tax
The property is rated A band paying £1221.12 in 2025 / 2026
Floor plan
Floor plan is not to scale and is to be used for guidance only. Room sizes are approximate.
A little more information
High Corrie is a unique settlement nestling in the hills over the village of Corrie and access is by a tarmac track road.
The picturesque village of Corrie is located on the East coast of Arran.
The well used village hall hosts many events throughout the year, there is also a wonderful hotel with village pub, and a very popular seafood delicatessen, Mara.
There is primary school with early years classes, high school being located in Lamlash to which pupils are conveyed daily by bus. The neighbouring village of Sannox is a mile towards the north and is home to one of Arran’s seven golf clubs. Brodick is located 6 miles to the south.
The Isle of Arran is a place where you can find a little bit of everything you could ever want from a Scottish island; an ever-changing coastline, dramatic mountain peaks, sheltered beaches, verdant forests, great cultural festivals and a wealth of tasty local produce.
Cal Mac travel details
If you intend to travel to Arran from the mainland and want to bring your own transport please contact Caledonian MacBrayne to reserve the car and check that the ferry is sailing to timetable on the day of travel.
Caledonian MacBrayne Tel: 01770 460 361 www.calmac.co.uk
Planning
Goatfell Cottage owners previously applied for planning, which has now lapsed, details can be found in the link:
Planning permission 22/00837/PP | Erection of extension to side and deck to rear of cottage | Goatfell Cottage Corrie Brodick Ayrshire KA27 8JB and listed building consent22/00843/LBC | Erection of extension to side and deck to rear of cottage including internal alterations | Goatfell Cottage Corrie Brodick Ayrshire KA27 8JB, both were issued on 16/12/22 and so expired after three years on 16/12/25.
Any enquiries with regard to planning permission should be directed to North Ayrshire Council planning department on 01294 324319 or online at www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk