Guests say
Barrach is a beautifully designed, modern cottage set in a stunning and peaceful location, surrounded by nature and offering lovely views. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped kitchen, making it ideal for families and dog owners. The property is perfect for those seeking tranquillity, with excellent walks and wildlife on the doorstep, yet remains close to village amenities. Hosts are described as friendly and helpful. Occasional comments mention the open-plan bedroom layout and the need to prepare for limited local services in the off-season, but overall, experiences are overwhelmingly positive.
Multiple reviews highlight the spotless condition of the property, with guests describing it as 'very clean', 'spotlessly clean', and 'very comfortable'. No negative comments regarding cleanliness were noted.
The location is frequently described as stunning, peaceful, and surrounded by nature, with easy access to walks, wildlife, and village amenities. Guests appreciate the remote yet accessible setting, with only minor notes about off-season closures.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the house, including its spaciousness, light-filled rooms, and relaxing features like the window seat and log burner. One review notes the open-plan bedroom may be less ideal for some families, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The cottage is praised for being well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and for thoughtful design features. Facilities such as the log burner and modern amenities are highlighted, with no significant maintenance issues reported.
Guests mention a welcome pack and a friendly note on arrival, as well as responsive and helpful hosts. Please note that gifts such as welcome packs are mentioned by some guests but cannot be guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
Set amongst stunning countryside close to Loch Craignish, in the heart of historic Mid-Argyll, this contemporary house with outdoor sauna, lovingly planned and created by the owners, offers a close-to-nature family holiday with panoramic views..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Cabin 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot (available on request), highchair and stairgates. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Sauna (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Barrach is a unique, architect-designed Scottish home approximately 800m up a farm track, close to the owner’s house. Set within hills, surrounded by nature, its proximity to Loch Craignish alongside its rural position (roughly 1.5 miles from Ardfern), makes an ideal location for a nature lover’s relaxing break or an active land/water-based holiday.
The open-plan galleried living space provides the perfect setting for breakfasting in the south-facing garden or snuggling up by the wood-burning stove. The cathedral ceiling and décor is warmed by a wood burner. The ground-floor bedroom can be made up as either a king-size or twin beds. In the galleried bedroom upstairs, there’s a king-size bed and two bespoke cabin beds built into the eaves. There’s a family bathroom on the ground floor, as well as a separate shower room. recently completed private garden sauna.
The shores of Loch Craignish are only a short stroll away, where you will enjoy exploring the sheltered waters of the Lagoon. A 15-minute walk up the track to Barr Mor hill offers views of the Sound of Jura, Crinan and the entire Craignish Peninsula. Ardfern village offers a friendly village pub and restaurant, café and takeaway, gift shop, and marina with chandlery. Locally within a few minutes’ drive or walk, you’ll also find riding, sailing, canoeing, fresh water and sea fishing, as well as walks and boat excursions.
Right on your doorstep and within 7 miles of Ardfern, is the renowned Kilmartin Glen offering of pre-historic sites, including castles, standing stones, burial cairns, hill forts and Kilmartin Museum. Next door is the Moine Mhor, a rugged, beautiful landscape that is the wild heartland of Kilmartin Glen with the ancient hill fort of Dunadd, just a short distance further towards Lochgilphead.
An array of wildlife, and fresh seafood is available around the area, where local produce is served.
Lochgilphead (16 miles) has a variety of specialist shops, cafés and restaurants, a swimming pool and a golf course. Oban, known as the Gateway to the Isles, Inveraray, the capital of Argyll and Campbeltown to the far South on the Kintyre Peninsula are all within 25 miles.
Free WiFi
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
The owner lives on-site/nearby.
Please note: This property is accessed from main road by 500 metre farm track.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (15)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage in quiet location. All you could need supplied & a welcome basket. Some nice walks close by, even saw some wild deer. Cottage was dog friendly but garden not dog proof. This was not a problem for us but could be. Could use a utility room to keep dog food & wet dogs in as you come straight into living area from front door. Also an outside tap/ hose to rinse off muddy boots & dogs would be useful. Enjoyed our stay.
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Confirmed Guest
Well thought out accommodation. Loved our stay. Very quiet but still within walking distance of local amenities. Great to get away from it all and also great location to investigate the west coast further, Would stay again.
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Ken Rowe
Great place and quiet, beautiful location