Who Are We?

  • Freya Rowe (Managing Director): Oversees every aspect of the daily business and the “big picture.”
  • David Croy (Director): Freya’s partner in life and business. He leads on outdoor activities, improvement projects, and maintenance.
  • Lyn Rowe (Founding Director): The original director who ran the business for years before handing it over to her daughter, Freya. She now serves in an ambassadorial role.
  • Legal Name: The company is officially Raasay Outdoor Centre Ltd, but trades as Raasay House Hotel to reflect that it is no longer purely an outdoor center.

Not For Profit

Raasay House Hotel operates as a “not-for-profit” organization. This means every penny of profit is reinvested into the business to:

  • Improve the guest experience.
  • Invest in staff and business growth.
  • Provide local employment and support the island community.

Who Owns Raasay House?

The building and grounds are owned by The Raasay House Community Company (RHCC).

  • Raasay Outdoor Centre Ltd has leased the property since 1984.
  • The building became community-owned in 2007.
  • Rent paid by the hotel provides a steady stream of income for the RHCC, which funds local projects like the Raasay Community Walled Garden and repairs to the Community Hall.

Historic Hotel

  • Heritage: The original house was the seat of the MacLeod chief of Raasay, a Jacobite sympathizer.
  • Destruction: Following the Battle of Culloden in 1746, government troops burned the original clan house (and every other dwelling on Raasay) to the ground.
  • Status: The current building is Grade A listed and is regarded as having “outstanding” artistic interest and “high” historical interest.

Sustainability & Environment

As a long-term environmentally aware company, Raasay House actively works to reduce its impact:

  • CLIMAVORE Partnership: Focusing on sustainable ingredients and the effects of climate change on marine life.
  • Waste Reduction: Removed single-use toiletries and uses biodegradable takeaway containers.
  • Energy & Water: Installed automatic lighting in halls/bathrooms and encourages guests to reuse towels.
  • Composting: Food waste is passed to a local community organization for compost.

What Are We?

An independent, family-run hotel and outdoor activity provider. Facilities include:

A licensed cafe, bar, and restaurant.

Luxury accommodation and family rooms.

Outdoor activities (Kayaking, Archery, Sailing, etc.).

Boat trips and bike hire.