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Exterior | FircliffThe House on Bute, Port Bannatyne, near Rothesay, Isle of Bute
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rothesay Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mount Stuart
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Fircliff - The House on Bute

Fircliff - The House on Bute is the ideal choice for families or for groups of friends to enjoy the stunning sea views and the beautiful island.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Range, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview TV, Woodburner
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, 42" Freeview TV, Nintendo Wii, Table football, Games
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Sleigh Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 6: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Bunk (3ft) Beds. Gas central heating (underfloor on lower ground floor and bedroom 1), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Large enclosed lawned garden with terraces and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden and a drop on the terraces.. Fircliff - The House on Bute is a superb waterside, B-listed Georgian property sitting within a large and enclosed walled garden. The accommodation is over three floors with unobstructed sea views from all main rooms over Loch Striven, the Firth of Clyde and the surrounding hills. It is a fabulous setting for groups or large families to get together in the exquisitely presented rooms with many unique items of furniture and design features. The kitchen and dining area is the focal point of the house and can easily accommodate all fourteen guests round the large bespoke dining table. There are four en-suite bedrooms with showers, the master bedroom having an additional cast iron roll-top bath, one family bathroom and one cloakroom. The younger party members can be accommodated in a room with twin beds and a bunk bed. In addition a dual purpose room with twin beds can double up as a games room. The boot/utility room offers space for outdoor wear, a drying rack, a washing machine and dog bed and crate. The adjacent shoreline offers easy access to launch kayaks and other water craft. Larger boats can also be launched locally.

There is plenty to do on the Isle of Bute, from adventure experiences to watching wildlife to visiting historical sites. There are many popular walks around the island, including the West Island Way. Recommendations are given and the boot room comes into its own for wet coats, muddy boats and mucky dogs! The quiet roads lends to excellent cycling, and the house in on the route of the 5 Ferry Challenge. Fishing is available on the inland and coastal waters. Loch Fad is 3½ miles away where you can rent a boat to fish for rainbow and brown trout or pike. The loch was also the location used for the first run of the recently restored Bluebird. There are three golf courses (9, 13 and 18 holes) on the island along with a putting green in Rothesay. There are sandy beaches galore where, if lucky, you can spy ospreys, terns, basking sharks, humpback whales, dolphins and seals. The Isle of Bute has been an important island historically, with marks left on the island that can be visited, from standing stones, to the location of a Viking parliament and more recently Rothesay Castle. Mount Stuart House and Gardens offers a fantastic day visit and the St Blane’s Chapel is situated in a tranquil corner of the island. The Discovery Centre houses a 97 seater cinema with weekly showings. In the summer you can book tickets to take a trip on the famous paddle steamer The Waverley.
The nearby Port Bannantyne offers a marina, pubs, restaurant, post office/shop and petanque club. The main ferry crossing from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay takes approximately 35 minutes and for access to the Cowal Peninsula the ferry from Rhubodach to Colintraive (only a 10-minute drive away) takes only 3 minutes, both do not need to be booked in advance. There is an excellent bus service on the island. Beach 3 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub 550 yards and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi

There are drops in the garden.
Only dogs allowed at the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Rothesay

Located in Rothesay, this cottage is on a river. Bute Museum and Colintraive Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Rothesay Castle and Victorian Toilets. Travelling with kids? Consider Ardencraig Gardens and Benmore Botanic Garden. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rothesay Castle - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rothesay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mount Stuart - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Castle Toward Residential School - 61 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Wemyss Bay Station - 49 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Struan Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Osborne - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Ettrick Bay Tea Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Liz's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Musicker - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fircliff - The House on Bute pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fircliff - The House on Bute?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fircliff - The House on Bute?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fircliff - The House on Bute located?

This family-friendly Rothesay cottage is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rothesay Ferry Terminal, Victorian Toilets and Rothesay Castle. Bute Museum and Rothesay Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Meg

Amazing location.

Amazing location. Views for house were stunning. All beds were comfy and plenty of bathrooms for the amount of people staying. Kitchen/dining room perfect for everyone to sit down together. Perfect weekend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Fabulous house with everything you need for a large group of people.

Fabulous house with everything you need for a large group of people. Thanks again Ed. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Fabulous house with everything you need for a large group of people.

Fabulous house with everything you need for a large group of people. Thanks again Ed.
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Excellent all round making for a very enjoyable holiday.

Excellent all round making for a very enjoyable holiday. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Excellent all round making for a very enjoyable holiday.

Excellent all round making for a very enjoyable holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

F

Fantastic relaxing family weekend away, house was just perfect, everyone really enjoyed themselves 😀 Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

F

Fantastic relaxing family weekend away, house was just perfect, everyone really enjoyed themselves 😀
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

This home is spacious and layout well thought out.

This home is spacious and layout well thought out. The owners have thought of everything. My family thoroughly loved the house, the garden and the view. Garden is secure so dogs and children can run around safely. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

This home is spacious and layout well thought out.

This home is spacious and layout well thought out. The owners have thought of everything. My family thoroughly loved the house, the garden and the view. Garden is secure so dogs and children can run around safely.

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