About this property
Connel 6.8 miles. Resting in an elevated position down a farm track in Taynuilt, Argyll & Bute is Achanlochan Farm, a charming, three-bedroom cottage. Perfect for a family of explorers or group of friends, this cottage boasts stunning views and a peaceful area home to wildlife including red squirrels and deer. On arrival at the cottage, off-road parking allows you to unload your bag with ease, before stepping into the home and starting your holiday. Fit with an electric Range cooker and dining seating for six guests, the kitchen/diner provides space to catch up on the day's activities while the chef of your group whips up a tasty meal. From here, the sitting room welcomes you in to snuggle up and flick on the TV while the woodburning stove crackles and warms the space around you. Outside, you can enjoy the view with your morning coffee spent in the garden; trees, hills and wildlife are in abundance in this scenic area. Completing the ground-floor is a family bathroom with a roll-top bath inviting you to take a long soak after a day of walking or cycling. When it is time to rest, head upstairs and choose from three well-presented bedrooms; the first is a double with yet more picture-perfect views and a handy en-suite shower room where you can freshen up. The remaining two bedrooms, king-size and a twin, offer a flexible sleeping arrangement for friends sharing or children in the group. If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic cottage, why not head into the local village of Taynuilt and treat your loved ones to an afternoon in the tearoom, The Robin's Nest? If you're feeling energetic, you can cycle to Oban, stop for a bite to eat, then catch the train back to save some energy for the next adventure. During your stop in Oban, there is so much to see and do, such as Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel, Oban Distillery, Dunollie Museum, and Castle and Grounds for a taste of Scottish life. A great day out from the cottage is a visit to the peaceful village of Glencoe which sits at the western end of Loch Leven, where you will find a wealth of fantastic walks and hikes with some wonderful wildlife to look out for along the way. While you’re here take a trip to the National Trust Visitor Centre and discover the story of the infamous Glencoe Massacre. You can also make your way to the gorgeous coast, or go inland to Fort William, a charming town in the Scottish Highlands, situated at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles. The town is a popular tourist destination due to its many attractions, including Neptune's Staircase, the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre, and Old Inverlochy Castle. If you really just want a relaxed break, you can pack a picnic and make your way around all of your nearby Loch, including Loch Nant and Sior Loch, to take in the breath-taking landscapes. Choose Achanlochan Farm for a quintessentially Scottish holiday, any time of year.
Connel is an Argyll and Bute settlement on Loch Etive's southern shore near Oban. Its Connel Bridge spans Loch Etive and the Falls of Lora. If you visit the Lora Falls at the correct time, you may even see a seal! Connel has a number of stores, taverns, and restaurants, including The Glue Pot, The Oyster Inn, and The Falls. Stock up on basics at Connel Village Store and Dunbeg Stores. Oban, a major shopping town in Connel, is nearby. Oban Distillery and the Scottish Sealife Sanctuary are also worth visiting.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with wood-burning stove
Air source central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric Range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, and wine cooler.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Garden with lawn and furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 6.8 miles.
Please note the property is located down a short one track road which may not be suitable low ground clearance cars
Reviews (29)
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Julie
The house is very well equipped, warm and comfortable. The location is great making it a really relaxing place to stay. The owners are very friendly and helpful
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Cherie
The window seat in the kitchen became a place to have coffee in the morning. We had deer most mornings to watch too. The beds are comfortable, the bedrooms beautifully decorated with plenty of storage. My friend took the bedroom with the bathroom and I the king size room, so used the bathroom downstairs. Thereâs plenty of hot water. Thereâs a large amount of outdoor space that my dog loved, we were blessed with sunny, dry weather and sat out most afternoons after hikes. The only negative I had was the heating, this is really personal to me as I donât cope well with even mild temps and get very very cold, the heating was set to 21°C, perfect for most people, I turned it up to 22°C but it never reached that temperature. But thatâs personal and my friend who is ânormalâ didnât find the temp cold at all. We used the log burner once, but that wasnât great either, even after an hour it wasnât burning well and barely giving out any heat, I guessed after a winters use perhaps the flue just needed a sweep. Over all this house is wonderful. If you are thinking of booking you should.
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Ian
The house was perfect and peaceful, absolutely no issues. The grocer shop in Taynuilt reminded us of âopen all hoursâ The owners left a welcome back of some essentials which was much appreciated. We had ordered a grocery delivery from tescos to arrive that night which set us up perfectly. Would definitely recommend if a peaceful relaxing break surrounded by stunning countryside is what youâre after.