Dog Friendly Villas In Argyll & Bute

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Peter - Verified booking

  Top Flat Tighnabruaich.

  The view is absolutely amazing, looking across the loch to the Isle of Bute, is breath taking every morning. We had a wonderful stay at the flat. The flat contained everything you would require. End of the holiday season so it looked tired and used in a few places, but this was a minor issue compared to the stunning location. The bedding was fresh and smelt so clean and lovely, the beds were comfy and we all loved staying here. The kitchen was well equipped. We used this as a base to visit the local surrounding area around. Catching the ferry's across to Isle of Bute , Tarbert, Isle of Gigha, Isle of Arron. Getting around was easy, just turn up to a ferry terminal and pay as you get on. Buses are available and regular around each island. We explored the Kintyre peninsular, Dunoon and had a day trip on the Waverley which left from Tighnabruaich to Ardrishaig. Lots of wildlife to see. Birds, Seals, red squirrels (near Carry's farm area 10 min drive away from the flat) dolphins and deer. This coast line has some amazing beaches golden sand as far as you can see, so undisturbed and beautiful. Ettrick bay on Isle Bute, Twin beaches on Isle of Gigha, Ostel bay (Kilbride bay) Which is a short drive away from the top flat, park at the side of the ice cream shop and a pleasant walk through the woods and sand duns to a perfectly unspoilt bay. Paths all the way so easily accessible. The west coast along Arron is full of seals and Brodick has a lovely beach. We took paddleboards, and our lad loved snorkelling watching the crabs and flat fish. Its the west coast so the weather does change quickly from sun to rain and even hail in August, but you cant control he weather so be prepared and just make the most of what this beautiful coast line has to offer. Communication with the flat owner was brilliant. We would highly recommend this area to visit we had a brilliant family holiday here and many memories made. Thank you.

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• Roxie - Verified booking

  Absolutely wonderful - as lovely as advertised.

  Super comfortable - there were two of us so we didn't need the two other bedrooms. Perfect in all regards. Stunning view from the big windows out into the loch and across to the mountains of the isle of Bute. We arrived by train, ferry, and bus from Glasgow via Dunoon (spent a night there). Travel was relatively easy and fun. Met all sorts of kind people on our day trips around the area (great helpful bus drivers and ferry guys), and chatted happily w/folks (and their dogs!) at the nice (super convenient) friendly Tighnabruaich Hotel Pub and Restaurant across the street (good food as well as lovely people). Decent convenient food store 1-minute walk around the corner. Twenty-minute walk to Kames, where there is another bigger store and a Hotel/Restaurant for a meal. Also visited Trabert and Rothesay (on Bute) via ferry and bus. But the most special thing was the flat, with its glorious views and super comfortable layout. For periodic heat we used only the wood-burning fireplace (iron stove). Kitchen facilities were great - all needs were met re appliances, dishes, utensils, etc, including a welcome basket w/coffee, tea, cookies. All in all a really wonderful experience, and, as we have said, a really perfect apartment. Well worth the trip from a noisy bustling New York City apartment replete with sirens and crowded avenues to that peaceful beautiful western Scotland village flat...

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• Diane - Verified booking

  Tower Lodge is a superb cottage in glorious surroundings on the shore of Loch Awe, with views over the tree tops to the loch.

  We have had a fantastic week with visits to Oban and Invarary, we have been to these places before but they never seem to lose their appeal and the fish and chips in Oban are delicious. We were very lucky with the weather which made the whole week much better. The cottage is very light and airy with a great view of the Ancient Castle Keep close by. There is lots of storage for food and clothes with extra bedding if needed. The wood burning stove in the living room was very efficient and warmed the whole house quickly in the chilly evenings, it was really cosy. The owners have conveniently placed a bird feeding station directly outside the living room window, and you can watch the wonderful variety of birds come to feed, it really was fascinating we watched them for hours and also outside on the bench and chairs provided, thr Robin's were particularly tame and almost took peanuts from your hand. There was two little voles that kept popping I and out of their home which made it even better. On our last night we had dinner at the Cruachan Inn, we had a fantastic dinner in fantastic surroundings and views and very efficient staff although they were busy took time out to chat and make the whole evening great. All in all the whole week was a great triumph inspite of the Covid restrictions , thank you Tim and Claire for the use of your fabulous cottage.

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• Jodie - Verified booking

  Beautiful cottage with everything you need to have a fab holiday.

  The log burner was a lovely addition on colder nights but we only used it a handful of times as the cottage is lovely and warm. Well stocked kitchen with all you need including an air fryer! Bedrooms are lovely and spacious with plenty of storage. Throughout the cottage was clean and spotless. The bathroom is lovely and large with a bath and shower. View is beautiful looking over Loch Awe. Yes WiFi can be a bit slow but we got signal no problem. The garden is spacious (not fenced in but we were absolutely fine just watching the dog in and out) and the outhouse with the laundry area was a welcome addition. We went to the Ben Cruachan Inn and it was amazing, the food is so good but definitely book a table as it is small and gets quite busy. There are some gorgeous walks on the doorstep, the walk up to the dam was a hike and pretty rocky but well worth the trek for the views and the cafe across the road is good for a coffee and cake stop. We visited the island of Kerrera by ferry which again is well worth it for the views and the hike around the island, plenty of sheep, highland cows and birds to see! All in all we absolutely loved our stay at Awe View Cottage, it is an amazing find on the doorstep to so many places to explore. Thank you for the kind welcome goodies, we all enjoyed them! The dog included

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• Karen - Verified booking

  Truly a fantastic seaside holiday property!

  Views are outstanding across the water to the island of Bute. Space is amazing and the long window seat is perfect for relaxing and watching yachts drift by and seabirds on or beside the water. The kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with all you will need and we loved the touch of a welcoming tea/coffee tray for the two of us on our arrival. Bed was comfortable and bathroom was also thoughtfully equipped. There were two other bedrooms which we didn't need, one a single and the other with a bunk bed, so the flat is ideal for a family break. We had fabulous weather all weekend and it was so peaceful to enjoy a glass of wine in the back garden sitting at the wall which overlooks the shore and sea. This was a very, last minute break and the owner was really helpful in organising this for us which was very much appreciated. All in all a PERFECT chill out weekend flat - or week if you're very lucky!

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