An absolutely fantastic week in a beautifully appointed hideaway

We really liked it very much in Amanda's cottage. I have only to report positive, from the communication with Amanda over the small welcome surprise to the cozy and lovingly furnished cottage. If you want to be in the nature, want to be on holiday and still want to explore the indescribable landscape of Scotland, this accommodation is perfect!

Just back from the most beautiful and quirky little cottage. Our stay was exceptional and Amanda was a great host even leaving treats for our puppy! The area is one of our favourite in Scotland, and the location of the cottage is perfect!

Superb Cottage in the middle of nature. It soon felt like home. All necessary equipment is present. We were fortunate to have good weather and visit the surroundings, a real back to nature !!! Despite the fact that we do we are by Crusaders, Amanda is very available and advice are very savvy. We also appreciated the welcome at Kilfinan Hotel and The Barn near the cottage. I strongly recommend this place. The house is tastefully decorated (tasteful confirmed by the Kings of Leon CD we listened with pleasure). In short, a favorite for this cottage !!! Thank you to Amanda

Gorgeous house, couldn't have been better, really. Everything was great, very highly recommended!

A thoroughly charming cottage - rustic and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay so much that we booked an extra night. Really good information provided by the owners, including local attractions, food and walk tips etc. Communication was always very responsive. The area is delightful -we planned to use it as a base to explore the islands, but in the end wished we'd spent more time locally.

We had a great stay at Amanda's cottage which is beautifully located on Argyll's secret coast. The house was exactly how we like it, full of an eclectic mix of lovingly purchased or found objects and furniture. We had some great weather during our stay and it was great to watch the sunsets through the frame of the upstairs dormer windows. Amanda provided good information on places to eat and visit. We followed her advice, the local grub was great and a visit to Mount Stuart was well worth it especially in >20oC sunshine. Thanks Amanda!

Amanda went to amazing lengths to make us feel welcome which was totally unnecessary as the cottage is welcoming enough on it's own. A incredibly generous welcome basket and fully decorated Christmas tree was over and above! Lovely decor, incredibly cosy yet with its own trendy character and the most stunning setting. I miss it terribly having been back in London for a week.

An absolutely wonderful stay at Kilfinan Hotel. Our room was just lovely - big, light and beautifully decorated, with views across to the water - and we had a fabulous modern bathroom which looked newly refurbished. The fire was going in the bar when we arrived and we enjoyed a drink while talking to the delightful Madelon - she was incredibly helpful and lots of fun to chat too. The full breakfast the next morning was superb and we will definitely be returning.

For anyone who wants to get away from it all this is the place. Quiet, relaxing and stunning scenery. The lodge is the best one we have used and we've been to a few. Everything you need and goog WiFi can't speak highly enough of the place. We will definitely be back

Peaceful and relaxing

Cheap and cheerful. A nice secluded lodge with hot tub and view of the hills. Remember to bring bottled water and plenty of towels (especially if you are using the hot tub)

Very nice lodge situated in a beautiful area. Lodge was as it appears in the photographs. Easy arrival and departure and friendly, helpful folk around the place. Really peaceful and beautiful walks and wonderful star gazing at night too.

Absolutely incredible setting over Loch Fyne. If you want to get away from it all at a great price, this is the place. There's no phone signal (Vodafone) and no wifi but this is part of its charm and feeling of being deep in rural & rugged Scotland. We explored around the local area with a walk to Low Stillaig from Pollphail, took a visit to the Portavadie complex (highly recommended), and also took the ferry over to Tarbert & Kintyre for a day which had yet more stunning scenery and an interesting ruined castle to visit. The lodge was a great size, very warm and well equipped. It was an extremely quiet site and felt very safe. The owners provide some basics such as washing-up liquid & cloths, toilet paper, salt & pepper. You'll need to bring towels & soap. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds & bedding were very comfy. Some parts of Melldalloch and the lodge are a bit rough & ready, but this is reflected in the price which represents excellent value for money. The owners were very friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Overall we had a great stay and definitely recommend it.

Nice cabin fully equipped with everything you would need for a short break. Cabin was clean enough & easy to find. Lovely view, hostess was pleasant on arrival & departure. Definitely would come back!

Very nice bungalow in a very quiet and green

Excellent stat in a great loaction, will be booking again!

Very comfortable place on an extremely quiet site with about 20 wooden cabins. Clean and adequately equipped. Beautiful, remote, peaceful location. We enjoyed walk to nearby beach which we always had to ourselves, and rope swing was a hit with kids. Driving or cycling distance to some decent restaurants. Would happily return again.

Very nice place to stay. Highly recommend. The only issue is that you can't find this place in the dark so easily ;)

Fantastic venue at a exceptionally reasonable price! Great for a week get away providing you don't mind no wifi and little signal. The countryside outside the back of the accommodation is great for exploring, but if you weren't content sitting in on those raining days and entertaining yourself there's not a lot around. I'm sure the hosts would be able to provide you with local activities if you asked but for a holiday for peace and calm, with no rushing anywhere, it is perfect!

Beautiful, comfortable lodge that we have just recently stayed at. The lodge is in beautiful surroundings, in a lovely part of the secluded countryside but only a 10/15 minute drive to local shops/pubs. The lodge is spotless and you definitely feel at home there. Just a short walk to the nearby beach and loads of places to walk/cycle nearby. Caroline and Brenna are fantastic at keeping in touch and offered loads of advice before our trip. 10/10, would definitely recommend!

We were looking for a weekend getaway in beautiful surroundings and that is exactly what we got. Communication with Caroline was great and the directions to get to the lodge were perfect - we had no problems at all, even when taking the 'scenic' route. The lodge has everything you need and is perfectly situated to allow for great days out whether to Tighnabruich or along to Pucks Glen and Benmore Botanic Gardens. We also found The OysterCatcher just down the road in Otter Ferry and had a wonderful lunch. Will definitely try to get back to Kilbrannan when we need another wonderful weekend away.

What a fantastic (and remote) place to stay. The lodge is in a superb position on the site, right at the bottom, overlooking the forest and mountains. It has everything you may need, including a Mug Cake recipe book that my girlfriend enjoyed immensely. Local amenities are sparse but that added to the charm. We travelled to Colintraive for an excellent meal. Cannot recommend the lodge and the area enough. Thank You for allowing us to stay in your lovely lodge.

This was a really nice cottage in a lovely part of Scotland. The location is quite remote (no phone signal for instance), but this was what we were looking for. The cottage is well-equipped, with everything you could need for the holidays and Nicola was very helpful in all our requests. We'll definitely be coming back.

This is a very special place. Nicola has made a wonderfully luxurious private room, with lovely little touches that make it a real treat to stay there. Every reviewer has mentioned the wood burning stove burning merrily on arrival, and it just gets better as you step in to the well-appointed room and beautiful bathroom. The location is fabulous- amazing bird life, an excellent pub nearby, beautiful scenery and plenty of peace and quiet. We cannot wait to go back.

A beautiful location within easy reach of two fantastic places to eat. The house itself is very well presented with everything you need and a lovely view. Nicola is also a great host! We'll definitely be back.

Nicola is a wonderful host, being on hand to help with local recommendations and ensuring we had everything in our little annex we need to stay warm and well-supplied with basic ingredients and supplies. She is very friendly and equally happy to let you relax in your own space. The space is well decorated and very cosy. The bed is very comfy! There is a easy-to-use wood burner which kept us warm and toasty in the evenings. The water is hot and available all of the time. We especially enjoyed using the little kitchen area which was well supplied for making tea, cooking breakfast and even putting together a simple evening meal. Otter Ferry is a tiny hamlet which feels remote and has lovely views of Loch Fyne. You'll need a car to get there but luckily one of the nicest pubs we've visited, The Oystercatcher, is walkable in 5 minutes from Nicola's place. Highly recommended for local food and good whiskey selection. Highly recommend this place. Don't think twice before booking!

A great place , I would definetly go back again .

The west wing at Kilail is a beautiful space, perfect for 2. It couldn't have been more lovely to stay for a few days. Nicola has thought of everything. Perfect little kitchen, cosy burner and armchairs, very comfy bed and lovely deep bath. Everything looks beautiful and feels carefully chosen. The room is self contained with its own entrance, the view is out over loch fyne and takes in the sunset. It's a great spot so near the edge of the water and just down the way from the pub. Was sorry to leave

Our stay with Nicola was everything we could have hoped for: peaceful, relaxing, handy (but not too handy) to the nearest villages and surrounded by amazing views. Nicola could not have been more welcoming, respectful and accommodating and the rooms were perfect for our needs.

This cottage is exceptional was our first time using AIRBNB and was a great experience everything that was stated in Nicola's description was spot on and we will return soon.

Everything about our trip was absolutely perfect. Heather was a great host giving us lots of tips and always being on hand, but without being intrusive. The lodge itself was absolutely stunning. It had everything that we would need for a short break, as well as being cosy and a lovely space to come back to after long days. Couldn't recommend this place highly enough.

Fabulous in every way, Heather is a lovely host & provided us above & beyond with local information & attractions & thoughtful essential extras, butter, eggs, milk, fizz etc. Stunning location, very friendly, chatty & helpful locals. Highly recommended & can't wait to return.

A lovely few days spent here. The cottage is very pretty and in a quiet and secluded spot. It is also very well equipped with all the basic store cupboard needs and a beautifully fitted kitchen. Flowers ,candles, paintings and bubbles in the fridge, made it feel like home. Weather not great but that meant we could use the log burner! A good place to eat in the village is Boatanica. Highly recommend Heather's cottage.

This was an unbelievable experience. The cottage was just as lovely as the photographs. The living room was full of light and decorated with attractive artworks as were the other rooms. The fittings were high quality and the cottage was equipped with everything that you could expect and more. Heather and John were great hosts and the attention to detail was unbelievable. We received a full description of the cottage by email, letting us know about the best places to eat in the area, and when we were there Heather and John gave us even more helpful information. They were available when we needed information, but were not intrusive in any way and allowed us space to do our own thing in their delightful cottage. We couldn't have imagined a better environment for a restful break, despite some changeable weather.

We would really recommend this accommodation for a short break away from it all. Very tranquil in a beautiful setting. The cottage was packed full of interesting artefacts and the log burner made it very cosy in the evenings. Stunning views and lovely walks. Helen and Roger

Lovely little cottage with a nice garden. A short walk to the seafront and good food aplenty.

A lovely cottage and very well equiped. Nice and private and ideal for a couple wanting a getaway experience. Plenty of space for 2. Easy access to Tighnebruich and walks round the Cowal Peninsular. A thoughtful host so plenty of opportunity to ask questions etc. This made for a very relaxing and rewarding break.

A great place to stay if you want peace and quiet without abandoning modern comforts. The house is great, well decorated and well equipped with a fabulous garden. Although the location seems secluded, there are still a lot of things to do close by, more than enough to keep busy for 2 or 3 weeks. The hosts were quick to respond and helpful. Un endroit parfait si vous recherchez tranquillité et silence sans pour autant perdre le confort moderne. La maison est magnifique, très bien décoré et bien équipée avec un jardin sublime. Bien que l'endroit semble à l'écart, il y a beaucoup d’activités à faire et de lieu à visiter dans les environs, suffisamment pour occuper 2 à 3 semaines de vacances. Les hôtes ont répondu rapidement et efficacement à nos questions.

Had a wonderful time in Hillview Cottage and learned that in such a beautiful place, with two fireplaces, gas cooking, warm water and lots of candles, electricity is something we didn’t even miss. Our host was very friendly and extremely helpful, thank you! We warmly recommend this cottage to everybody who wants to enjoy a holiday ‘off the beaten track’ (although there is of course a track which leads up to the house and can be used with a proper car, one which is not too low on the ground).

Hill view cottage is an outstanding getaway. The real fire kept us toasty in some very cold weather ovwe new year. The location is in one word outstanding. Incredibly beautiful. We and our two dogs had the most dreamy time. Communication was brilliant and information left for us came in very useful. We will be back

What an amazing place, we loved it. Beautiful, peaceful, and full of wonderful wild life. Staying at Hill View is an experience we will never forget. We loved every aspect of it.

Fantastic stay in a great location. Host was more than helpful and great at keeping in touch before and during the stay. We will be back!

We had an absolutely wonderful time in this cottage which we booked for our honeymoon. It was quirky, rustic, romantic, unique, all of the things we were hoping for and to top it off had amazing views. The welcoming flowers, prosecco and card to congratulate us on getting married were an incredibly thoughtful touch. We love the bath too and the kitchen was well equipped. If you haven't got a 4 by 4 I would say it's maybe not the best place for those less able bodied or with buggies etc and for guests to being solid footwear for the path down from the main road as it can be skippy, and to bring midge repellant!

This is a beautiful place on earth. Views over the loch, in the middle of a forest but only a few kilometres to Tighnabruaich and Kames. We felt very welcome as Peter texted to check everything was OK on our arrival day. Plenty of wood for the stove and we found everything we needed. For us this was the perfect location to get away from crowded London; our dog could roam fee, swim in the stream or simply sit on the porch and watch the world (the squirrels) go by. A small conservatory makes it a wonderful place to read and see the weather changing; overlooking the loch. You will need to navigate a fairly steep track to get the car up to the cottage but well worth it! We visited beaches and walked in the forests and up the hills. Fantastically beautiful. And you will be spending you evenings in candle-light which makes the place feel magic. A special thanks to Peter and his family for renting out their lovely cottage; we are very grateful.

Lovely, quiet area to stay in. The house has everything you need and more, we had great fun getting out and about on the bikes provided, just wished we were brave enough to take the canoes out. On arriving the outside of the building doesnt look very attractive however once you see past this it is fine.

Everything was as described in the listing. Communication with the owner was fast and friendly. Open plan loft living area is superb. Games room and bikes etc are a real bonus as well. Beautiful location.

Greg's place is in a beautiful situation by the loch. The kitchen is very well equipped and clean. We enjoyed having the opportunity to use the bikes to cycle around the peninsula. Beds and linen were clean and comfortable. We spent most of our time in the top room which overlooks the water. We did not use the games room , which is more basic but which might suit family. activities. Greg was welcoming and easy about arrival time.

This is a well appointed house with fantastic views in a charming, friendly village with a great restaurant just down the road. The upstairs living room/kitchen is light, airy and very spacious. A beautiful space for socialising. The view from the upstair window is gorgeous and the picture does not fully do it justice. The games room saved our lives on a few wet and windy days and is a superb idea. Great location for walkers and those who love the outdoors. Bedrooms a little functional but immaculately clean with the most comfortable beds.

We had a great stay here! Our children aged 8, 11 and 13 really enjoyed the games room and using the canoe. It's very spacious and the villa was lovely and clean when we arrived. A beautiful setting, right next to the water too. We would recommend the Royal shinty bar for a bite to eat and taking the bikes for a cycle on one of the cycle paths. The spa in Portavadie was also one of the highlights with the outdoor heated pool and jacuzzi! We would definitely come back here again.

This is a great place for kids - lots of space, and plenty to do. The canoes were a huge bonus.

We were a party of 8 (two families with teenage children) and had a really nice time at Greg's. The place is perfect for families who like to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Cowal peninsula and have a cosy time with all the modern facilities after a day out. The kitchen was pleasant and the dining and sitting area comfortable and spacious. The games room was a bit basic but offered good fun, especially in the evening. The house in itself is rather hidden away and not huge, but very well laid out, with a beautiful view on the Kyles of Bute from the lounge area. Argyll's secret coast was a a nice discovery for us!

We had a fantastic time in Tighnabruaich. The landscape and the views were spectacular. Loads of things to do - even when it rained. The house was perfect for us (4 adults+ 4 kids). Well equipped and everything worked fine. The kids particularly enjoyed the games room on the couple of days when it rained. We even had a go kayaking - something we would not have done had the equipment not been available. All in all, an excellent week's stay.

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Victoria's guesthouse is really away from any civilization. A very nice place if you like us like the peace, the landscape and the animals.

A beautiful cottage in 'the middle of nowhere' with a stunning view and a lot of walking possibilities.

Victoria's cottage is a brilliant little hide-away where you can get away from everything and relax. It has everything you need for a quiet break and is on the path of the Cowal Way if you fancy a walk. The best part was definitely the log fire which makes the cottage really cosy, especially in the evening. A wee gem of a place.

We stayed five nights at this wonderful cottage and enjoyed every moment. It is comfortable and well-equipped, even has broadband with wifi so you're not lacking anything. Access is a little tricky and ideally you need a 4x4 as I doubt a normal car will make it across the field, especially if it's wet, but Victoria's instructions were very clear and thorough. If you are after somewhere comfortable, secluded and peaceful, with spectacular views, and a cosy fireplace for chilly evenings then you can't go wrong with this one!

Beautiful homely cottage in a stunning secluded location. Lovely location for exploring the surrounding area. Very well looked after and very clean. Victoria is a really friendly and kind host who communicates well. I would return! Very relaxing stay.

Awesome place to stay! Everything was settled up just perfectly. Victoria helped with everything. my recommendation: don't miss it!!!

The cottage is in a perfect, peaceful location with an amazing view of Asgog Loch. The cottage itself is very well equipped and very comfortable. Victoria was a great help providing us with lots of useful information just before our trip. Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway :D

Victoria was an excellent host and gave very clear instructions and helpful advice in advance of our trip. The cottage is in a lovely location, a bit of a walk from the road so lovely and quiet. There are some great walks nearby and some nice places to eat within driving distance. Would visit again.

North lodge is a beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. The cottage lacks nothing and is maintained to a very high standard. The Cowal peninsular is a great place too with beaches and villages to visit within reach, great pubs and restaurants and superb seafood and local ale. Very nice stay with family and dog. Thank You.

We had a great time in gunpowder cottage, lovely place to stay in a lovely location. Sheena was very helpful in all the information she provided and it was so great being able to take our dogs. The beach nearby was great and a proper fire in the evening was perfect!

This is a really lovely cottage in a quiet location where you can get away from it all. The cottage has been renovated to a high specification and has everything you need. Sheena provided lots of information about the area on (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) and a blog. We had a great stay with our 2 dogs and my daughter got the peace and quiet she needed for A level revision. Highly recommend.

Great cottage in a brilliant area for exploring!! If the outdoors is your thing then you have great walks and wildlife, if you want to cuddle up in front of the log burner then this is the place for you too, also kid friendly garden with good food locally in a variety of venues, stop thinking about it just go there !!!!!

Sheena's cottage is lovely! we had a great time! I loved the fireplace!! It looks like everything there is just new, very clean and beautifully decorated. Communication with Sheena was really good too. She was very nice decorating the cottage for Christmas :) The views around are amazing too. Thank you Sheena!

The cottage is very cosy and tastefully decorated, with everything you may need for a few days away. It is remote but near enough a couple of small villages where you can go for a drink or something to eat, so you don't feel totally isolated. Perfect for a country escape and visiting the local area. Probably best to bring most of your supplies as there are only a couple of small local shops with limited opening times (we could not find a place to buy milk and bread on a Sunday at 6pm).

The cottage was very well equipped and comfortable with a great wood burner that let off a huge amount of heat! Decking outside was fantastic although in October it was a wee bit too cold to make use of. The local area has some real beauty spots. Great stay, nice hosts and would definitely go back.

Sheena's cottage is a little gem in the midst of Scotland's Secret Coast, the perfect base to explore some magnificent scenery. Kames, Tighnabruiach and Portavadie are right on your doorstep and you won't be disappointed if quality peace and quiet are what you are after. Getting around includes lots of single track roads through beautiful countryside at a leisurely pace. The cottage itself is totally charming and well equipped and the deck a great place to chill if Scotland's weather allows..we were lucky there! I thoroughly recommend booking.

I had a really wonderful time at the Gunpowder Cottage. Sheena and her family are a warm and welcoming hosts. Sheena made the whole experience very relaxed; she was quick to respond, she provided lots of information and fun suggestions. This family friendly cottage had great facilities, is cosy, clean and has very comfy beds. The cottage is set within a big garden in a quiet little village; within minutes drive of Tighnabruaich and Portavadie. There are some lovely walks and many beaches from which to explore and enjoy. I would gladly return. Many thanks

Had a thoroughly relaxing stay in Kames. Airy Cottage is cosy, clean, well kept and met our needs in every way. The area is so peaceful and quiet. The Kames Hotel a short walk away and is ideal for a bite to eat and a few drinks. The booking process and correspondence with Diane the host could not have been more straight forward. Highly recommend this cottage if you are looking to stay in this stunningly beautiful part of Scotland.

Great experience from start to finish. Diane was quick to respond and helpful with every question prior to arrival. The house was perfect for our family celebration, kitchen stocked with all the essentials, bedrooms all good size,comfortable lounge, nice decking area with bbq and big garden too. Plenty of space for parking. WiFi worked perfectly. Great area to explore argyll, plenty of walks, and stunning scenery- even in the rain! Portavadie only a 5 minute drive away (which has a spa and outdoor heated pool, worth a visit). Could not recommend Diane and her house more.

We thought that the house was very well appointed with everthing you need to cook if you wish and with a bread maker too if you felt the urge to make your own bread. We were made to feel welcome and is was easy to communicate with the owner about our arrangements this being the first time we have used this service. We took our dog who is well behaved. There is everything you could need for an enjoyable stay. DVDs and books should the weather keep you indoors. It is very handy for visiting Tarbert and the surrounding area.