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Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll.

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Picnic in our garden - just bring the food and wine!
Just bring the wine….
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kilchrenan, by Taynuilt
  • Loch Awe
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Inveraray Castle
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Oban (OBN)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll.

No 2 is a perfect retreat, in a tranquil location, overlooking Loch Awe in 'Awesome Argyll'.
Looking for a relaxing break? We (and our guests!) think it’s almost impossible not to relax in the peaceful surroundings of No 2. Our charming 2 bedroom, semi-detached cottage is perfect for either 2 couples or a small family.

You will have the use of a large private garden, with outdoor seating and a small bbq, where you can enjoy the views over Loch Awe, watch (and hear!) the birds or just contemplate life!

If the weather isn’t great for outdoor living (apparently, theres no such thing as poor weather, just inappropriate clothing and footwear!😉) then just curl up with a favourite book in front of the stove.

The area immediately around No 2 is primarily forestry land with almost endless opportunities for walking, off road cycling and fishing, with necessary permits.
The property is situated approximately 23 miles from Oban (often and not without good reason, known as the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the Isles) on National Cycle Route 78, The Caledonia Way.

Within around an hour’s drive of No 2, there are many historical and scenic places to visit e.g. Kilchurn Castle, Kilmartin Glen, Crinan Canal, Tayvallich and other coastal villages popular with the sailing community.

For those partial to Uisge Beatha (water of life) there are also a number of distilleries within easy reach.

No 2 offers comfortable, centrally heated, accommodation for up to 4 people:
- Sitting room, overlooking Loch Awe with wood burning stove and dining area(extending table). Smart TV.
- Double bedroom overlooking Loch Awe
- King/twin bedroom (can be made up as required – please confirm configuration at least one week before arrival)
- Bed linen and towels are provided
- Well-equipped, fitted kitchen with oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer
- contemporary bathroom with electric shower
- Wi-fi - as this is a rural location, wi-fi connectivity can be intermittent so the best thing to do is relax and completely forget about work and the outside world!
- Large garden with patio/seating area. The garden is not fully enclosed so small children need to be closely supervised. A small BBQ is available.
- No pets
- No smoking
Please Note that as No 2 is served by a private water supply so bottled water for drinking is strongly advised. An initial supply of bottled water will be provided. The water system is maintained and tested regularly.
A torch is strongly recommended if you plan to arrive after dark. Part of the attraction of the area is the lack of ambient lighting which means that, on a clear night, star formations are clearly visible. We don't want to spoil that for our neighbours so while there is some outside lighting a torch will be useful.
Security cameras are in operation, outside the property, but will be disabled when guests arrive and only used, if needed, to check the property, during a guest stay.
No 2 is available to let for short breaks with a minimum 3 night stay.
Short-term Let Licence No. AR00740F issued by Argyll & Bute Council 25/4/2024
EPC Rating D

Property manager

Fiona
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The property is served by a private water supply so bottled water is strongly recommended. An initial supply of bottled water will be provided.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number AR00740F Argyll & Bute Council

About the area

Taynuilt

Located in Taynuilt, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Loch Awe and Loch a' Choire reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Loch Visions and Loch Fyne Whiskeys. Argyll Adventure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kilchrenan, by Taynuilt

What's nearby

  • Loch Awe - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Loch Visions - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Oban Distillery - 28 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 28 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Inveraray Castle - 43 min drive - 56.6 km

Getting around

  • Taynuilt Station - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kilkrennan Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Loch View Grill & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dalavich Shop & Wild Rowan Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kilchrenan Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kilchrenan Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming rural cottage, with stove & large garden overlooking Loch Awe, Argyll. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Loch Awe and within 12 miles (20 km) of Loch Visions and Bonawe Iron Furnace. Kilmeford Church and Loch a' Choire are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anneke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet little cottage

Great views
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Argyll

Amazing stay at a beautifully equiped house in an relaxing area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place to unwind

We had a fantastic stay at the cottage. It was incredibly comfortable, and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The space was perfect for relaxing, in a perfectly peaceful location! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway and would love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachael b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great peaceful cottage

Very well equipped, peaceful place to just sit, log fire, great internet and clean and comfy. Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

R & R

Lovely well appointed cottage. Very helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

This cottage was everything that the listing promised. We were able to visit so many sights from this location over our 5 day stay. It was nice to have a kitchen to cook dinner rather than eat out all the time. Thanks Fiona, we had a great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

We loved the cottage, the garden and the view. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oban

Excellent stay. Met the owners Fiona and Andy and they’re fantastic. Clean, quite beautiful. Well worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Birgit K., Schwerin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Krubicht

Ist was a wonderful stay and we enjoyed it totally. The accommodation was clean and cozy. We would go on vacation there again it any time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Just what i was looking for, quiet, cozy little cottage. with a lovley fireplace. Beautiful garden and veiws.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny K., Melkweg 84

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay

We had a very pleasant weekend with our family. The cottage is very nice, the bathroom was renovated recently, we could make use of the fireplace, nice garden ... it just had a lot of facilities which makes the stay more pleasant. This with the very warm welcoming we had made our stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing and rejuvenating

It went far to quickly. Beautiful setting and it provided everything we needed. The Host made us very welcome and shared her knowledge of the area. We visited Seil island a place we wouldn't have considered but so glad we did, it wasn't crowded and the people were so welcoming. The cottage was clean warm and comfortable. Eating outside was a great treat and the children enjoyed the garden games so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for exploring Argyll

Really well equipped house with beautiful surroundings. After clear instructions of how to arrive and check in we felt warmly welcomed with fresh flowers and some chocolates from Oban. Plenty of lovely walks nearby, but the house was also a great place to use as a base to explore wider, from a trip to Oban (picking up more chocolates!) to a walk up Ben Cruachan. We’d love to stay again and continue to explore. Huge thanks to Fiona and Andy for being such great hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retreat

All mod cons
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nausicaa p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Is there an option for 6 stars?

Fiona was the most amazing host ever! Super friendly and helpful. When two of us were sick, she and her husband made a special trip to be next door in case we needed anything. Definitely exceptional hosts! The home itself is perfect for a family. Lots of space all extremely well furnished and clean. The garden is a lot of fun, as well, and came with ball games for the kids to play with. The location is fairly remote which is super for relaxing. It's a bit of a trot to Oban and other sites, but well worth it to have such a nice home to come back to. One of the top places we have ever stayed at and we would be happy to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing highlands retreat

Amazing Argyll was just outstanding. A beautiful cottage in a beautiful and peaceful location. The kitchen was equipped with just about anything you could think of, the washer/dryer was a lifesaver and the beds exceptionally comfortable. I honestly could not rate our stay high enough and wished we had stayed longer. If we ever make it back (it's a long way from Australia), we will definitely stay here and for longer. Massive thanks to Fiona for making this a special stay with a little surprise since it was my dad's birthday on our check in day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely house with a beautiful view lovely house with a beautiful view

Beautiful cottage in a quiet, idyllic location. Beautifully and lovingly furnished. You have all the comforts of a modern and well equipped kitchen, washing machine and a lovely new bathroom. Everything is clean and you can feel very comfortable. Fiona and Andy are great landlords! They also went above and beyond to help us with a personal problem with our car and spent a lot of time with us. We are very grateful for that. Hospitality is very important here. Thank you very much! Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage, amazing hosts

We have just returned from our visit to No 2. What a stunning location!! The cottage had everything we needed (family of 4, two teenagers) and the hosts had thought of all the necessities and more. The chocolates, soap and flowers were a lovely addition. We found a lot to do in the area - Oban was just 30-40 mins away and there were waterfalls, walks and cycle tracks nearby. We went to the pub in Kilchrenan and got takeway from Black Rock curries just along the road. Dalavich had a little shop about 2 miles down the road if you run out of essentials and a lovely little cafe Stargazing was amazing from the garden and we had a really lovely few days. We would definitely return. Thank you so much 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ich hätte gern das blaue Zimmer mit dem Ausblick mitgenommen

Ein sehr angenehmes, kleines Häuschen. Ideal für 2. Für 4 könnte es eng werden, aber da wäre noch der zauberhafte Garten, wo es sich hervorragend Frühstücken lässt. Man muß auf nichts verzichten. Es gibt eine Heizung und sogar eine Waschmaschine! Besonders schön ist das blaue Schlafzimmer mit Blick über die friedliche Landschaft des Loch Awe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristell p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Taynuit

Logement super confortable Tout y est très moderne L accueil de l hôte est formidable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschönes kleines Cottage in traumhafter Umgebung

Wir haben wundervolle Tage in Kilchrenan verbracht. Das Cottage ist sehr hochwertig und modern eingerichtet. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Der Empfang von Fiona war sehr herzlich und sie war sehr bemüht, dass es uns an nichts fehlt. Ein großes Dankeschön für die herrlichen Blumen und Pralinen! Im Garten konnte man mit einem herrlichen Blick auf die Berge und den Loch Awe sitzen (Mittel gegen Midges ist jedoch unabdingbar). Auch ein Grill und Mückenlichter standen bereit. Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit sucht, ist hier genau richtig! Wir können es zu 100 % weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker + Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Großartig!

Das Ferienhaus liegt im kleinen Dorf Inverinan am Loch Awe in der wunderschönen Gegend Argyll and Bute. Das Cottage selbst ist geschmackvoll eingerichtet, sehr sauber, mit neuem Bad und neuer, voll ausgestatteter Küche, herrlich großem Garten in idyllischer Ruhe und tollem Ausblick. Die Kommunikation mit der sehr netten Vermieterin war durchweg sehr gut, sie war immer erreichbar und fürsorglich. Herzlichen Dank an Fiona für den tollen Aufenthalt! Wir können das Ferienhaus absolut weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine Woche in Taynuilt

Ein charmantes Häuschen, das äusserst geschmackvoll und praktisch eingerichtet ist. Die Kommunikation mit Fiona war sehr zuvorkommend und schnell. Die single track road ist ein Erlebnis, aber wir brauchten dafür schon gute 20min bis zur Hauptstrasse. Die Einheimischen machen das anscheinend in der Hälfte der Zeit. Wir verbrachten eine schöne Zeit in Taynuilt und können es wärmstens empfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fiona

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We have loved Argyll since we first visited many years ago. Our little corner of Argyll, we think, is particularly special as visitors to Scotland often overlook it in favour of Loch Ness, Skye and Loch Lomond but it has everything these parts have and more! We love the peace and tranquility Argyll offers while still having access to good restaurants and lots of activities. As a family, we have been lucky to have travelled far and wide and when the opportunity arose to create a self catering experience, we tried to create a comfortable and welcoming environment, which would appeal equally to families, couples and friends travelling together. A home away from home. We have loved meeting our global & more local guests and look forward to meeting you!

Why they chose this property

Well equipped and maintained, No 2 is an ideal place to relax, switch off and recharge.
Argyll is such a beautiful part of Scotland with so much to offer and is often overlooked by overseas visitors and ‘staycationers’ alike. Their loss!

What makes this property unique

Peaceful and picturesque location with loch views - it is the perfect place to relax and recharge. Ideal for either a small family, 2 couples or friends travelling together - the second bedroom can be configured as either king or twin beds. Please let us know your preference when booking.
We know that the Scottish weather can be unpredictable so as well as having a lovely private garden with seating, we have a wood burning stove, central heating and home comforts indoors. Come and enjoy!

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English

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