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Clachandubh
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 672 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lochgilphead, Argyll, Scotland
  • Loch Awe
    7 min drive
  • Kilmartin House Museum
    7 min drive
  • Carnasserie Castle
    8 min drive
  • Oban (OBN)
    68 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast.

Clachandubh Cottage is set in glorious West Highland scenery, tucked away in the Argyll hills a short distance from the coast. We have kayaks, rowing boats and bikes to hire, with fishing.
Clachandubh Cottage - Sleeps 6
Although Clachandubh started life in the 1800's as three shepherds dwellings, it is now our second largest cottage sleeping 6 guests. This traditional stone cottage is situated by an old stone bridge over the Clachandubh Burn and it has its own enclosed garden, open shed, ample parking spaces and well stocked log shed.
It has two twin bedrooms and one twin/super-king bedroom. Sleeping six.
Large family bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC. Also an en-suite to the large twin/super-king room with walk in shower, bath, basin and WC.
Large sitting room/dining area with smart freesat TV, WiFi, docking station and a log burner which is wonderful to sit round in the evenings.
A full basket of logs, kindling and paper will be there on your arrival.
Fully equipped new fitted kitchen with fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave and all equipment you would need to prepare any meal.
The cottage has an outside boiler room/drying room with washing machine/tumble dryer and sink.

A holiday at Ederline in Argyll is an opportunity to explore new places and pastimes; to relax and renew, and to invest in creating happy memories for the whole family. A warm welcome awaits!

Property manager

Willa Wilson
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Languages

English

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On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast.
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10.0 out of 10, (1 review)
On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast.

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings in the cottage are from Saturday to Saturday.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lochgilphead

Located in Lochgilphead, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Loch Ederline, while Studio Barn Argyll and Auchindrain Highland Farm Township are cultural highlights. Crarae Garden Argyll and An Cala are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Lochgilphead, Argyll, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Loch Awe - 7 min drive
  • Kilmartin House Museum - 7 min drive
  • Carnasserie Castle - 8 min drive
  • Kilmartin Glen - 9 min drive
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 37 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kilmartin Museum Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lord of the Isles - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Lord of the Isles - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lorne Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On a private hill farm estate. Set in stunning scenery close to the coast. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Loch Ederline and Loch a' Choire. Loch Awe is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

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

Julianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chilling with the sheep
Great place to unwind and check out Argyll area. Very comfortable farm setting - lots of sheep meandering right outside your kitchen window.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Fantastic property that was ideal for our family. Nice living space and great bedrooms. Great walking around the estate and easy access to nearby attractions. Willa was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Consett County Durham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Storm Betty
Very lovely, relaxing and quiet. Everyone we met was very friendly and we had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Knut L.

Clachandubh Cottage - wunderschönes geräumiges Ferienhaus mit sehr guter Ausstattung in toller Natur
Das Ferienhaus ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und verfügt über eine vollständig ausgestattete gemütliche Küche, drei Schlafzimmer mit großen Schränken und bequemen Betten, zwei schöne Bäder und eine große Wohnstube. Wir haben uns vom ersten Moment an sehr wohl gefühlt. Aus dem Stubenfenster konnten wir Rothirsche und Rehe beobachten. Die Vermieter (Willa und Angus) sind sehr freundlich. Unbedingt zu empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Charming cottage in beautiful part of the world
Some friends and I stayed at Clachendubh cottage over new year and had a fantastic stay. The cottage is gorgeous, full of character and has everything you need. Willa and Petra were very helpful in the run up to and during our visit. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a rural retreat in stunning Argyll.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Roshini A.

It’s a lovely place in a beautiful part of Scotland.
The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Crystal H.

Ideal for a true Scottish experience!
Clachandubh Cottage was perfect. It was an idyllic setting in the Scottish countryside. Overall it had everything we needed for our stay. The washing machine was not in working order when we arrived but was replaced with a new one the day before we left. It was a bit of an inconvenience because we packed lighter thinking we could wash and dry our clothes. I’m not sure if a dryer will be installed and it takes 1-2 days to air dry clothes. So pack accordingly! We thoroughly enjoyed the scenery on the property and the various recommendations Willa and Angus kindly provided about the local area. It was a memorable stay and one we will cherish for years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Another wonderful visit.
We expected the fantastic scenery and the eagles and the pine martens and red squirrels. What we had not expected is the depth and range of history on display in the area - from stone circles to secret wartime bases – or the number of excellent places to eat out (special mention for the Tayvallich Inn). The dog loves the beaches and lochs and the forest walks. There is always much more to do than we seem to be able to fit in. Which is why we keep coming back. That and the lovely quiet comfort of Clachandubh cottage. It is always bright, clean and full of the mod cons which help ease the strain of being away from home.

10/10 Excellent

Spacious, comfortable and well-equipped
This was our first visit to Argyll and Clachandubh was a perfect location. The cottage was spacious, comfortable, clean and well-equipped. The location is beautifully quiet but central for day-trips to Oban, the Crinnan Canal and Inveraray. Our highlight was the drive to Campbeltown with magnificent views over Arran on the way down and Jura on the way back. We were surprised at the wealth of ancient monuments in the immediate area. Plenty of places to eat out but we enjoyed eating in, provisioned by the well-stocked Co-op in Lochgilphead, before settling down in front of the log fire. We would certainly stay again at Clachandubh.

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

STUNNING!!
We have stayed at Clachandubh four times, and it just seems to get better. Willa and Angus have fitted this place out impeccably - not only is the location simply stunning, but the house itself is difficult to beat. All needs are met, a home from home - the open fire is lovely if the weather is poor, but we have been fortunate recently to have the sun as a real bonus. So much to do in the area, walking, fishing, boating and the usual outdoor stuff, but also plenty of really great places to eat and drink. Can't wait to come back... The Cooke Family, Essex

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Perfect stay at Ederline...
We've just returned from a week at Ederline in the Clachandubh cottage, which sleeps six in three bedrooms - we were a smaller group of 3 + one dog, but we chose this property for the layout, with boot room and kitchen that closes off fully, to confine the dog easily at night (which has been difficult in some open plan cottages we've had in the past). The estate is beautiful and you are immediately relaxed once you get in off the Ford road. With open fire, lots of space in the cottage lounge, two dining spaces and three good sized bedrooms, this was a great choice for us. One long corridor connects all the spaces (looks to have been three smaller cottages in the past?) which gives lots of room for shoes, hanging space for coats. There are lots of good walks/ bike rides around the estate, with only private estate vehicles, which means they're very quiet and safe for kids riding around. The estate has alot of wildlife (including deer) which you can spot on early morning/evening walks. Location is really well connected for travelling the area, visiting the nearby islands, etc. We'll definitely be back again - a week wasn't long enough to see everything! :)

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Knoxville, TN

Wonderful!!
This property is wonderfully appointed, spotlessly clean, and very peaceful. The cottage has plenty of space and everything needed for a comfortable stay. It is private and at the same time the hosts are on hand to help if needed. Willa and Angus made our stay incredibly pleasant, suggesting nearby things to see and do and renting rowboats and kayaks for us to use. The property has lots of interesting walks and ruins and there are many archaeological attractions nearby, which we loved. We took a day trip to Mull and Iona from the property and also explored Kilmartin's Temple Wood, Dunad Fort, went crabbing at Ardfern (with Angus's expert advice we were successful!), and spent a day in Crinan walking and watching the yachts. We had plenty of long walks around the property too and loved watching the sheep and cows. I highly recommend this cottage and hope to return someday! It was a truly relaxing getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Great House to get away from it all!
We had a great week at Clachandubh (despite the weather - well it was mid-November). It is a great base to tour Argyllshire and is in the middle of some very impressive archaeology. We had nice days out at Lochgilphead and Crinnan, which are both nearby. The house itself was well equipped, cosy and warm and sitting by the fire with a wee glass of something at night was a regular event. We were made most welcome by Willa and nothing was too much trouble. Had great fun keeping fit in the wood shed chopping firewood. What's not to ike!

10/10 Excellent

Linda D., The Netherlands

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting
This year (2017) it was our second holiday in this cottage. We loved to come back again to enjoy the area and the cottage. There is a lot to see and do in the area. The interior of the cottage is very cozy. The cottage was very clean. We would recommend this cottage to our friends. The owners were very helpful. We would love to come back again and have another wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Fabulous spacious cottage.
Beautiful cottage in lovely peaceful surroundings. The cottage was tastefully decorated and had a great log fire. A very well equipped kitchen and two lovely bathrooms. Ideal place for two families. The owners were very helpful and on hand to give advice on the local area. So much to explore and we had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Fabulous getaway
Accommodation was of highest standard and in a beautiful rural estate. Owners so relaxed and welcoming. Had a wonderful weekend with great walks. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Clachandubh Cottage
The cottage was everything we hoped for: quiet, charming, spacious and very well appointed. An ideal base for exploring a region we had only ever passed through before – without ever travelling more than 20 miles we found good eating, wonderful walks and bird watching, fascinating history and lots of swimming for the dog (we are not that daft!). And being allowed to wander around the estate, even in the lambing season, meant we could find beauty and interest without always having to jump in the car. We enjoyed Clachandubh so much that we are already planning a longer return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simply outstanding
This was the third time we have stayed at Clachandubh, but the first since the refurb. This house has everything... Congratulations on the refurbishment, so thoughtfully carried out and beautiful inside, we loved it before but now cannot contemplate staying anywhere else. Facilities are second to none, a genuine home from home. The location is breathtaking - so much to do and so little time - OK, so we had a week of unbroken sunshine which in itself is amazing and helps everything - but even so, I just cannot recommend this place more. Sort of reluctant to do this as I would like Clachandubh to be a well kept secret, but Angus and Willa are fantastic hosts and do everything to make the stay that much nicer - so it's only fair I put the good word around. If you want a beautiful location, a superbly equipped and comfortable home (regardless of weather), stunning scenery in a beautiful part of the world, please book this house, you will not regret it.

About the host

Hosted by Willa Wilson

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I was born in Lochgilphead and have spent a large part of my childhood in Argyll. I am married to Angus and have three children. We took over the estate from my father in 2003. It is a fantastic way of life which we love to share with our guests and help them to see the best of the area. There is too much to do and see in a week but once you have been you will want to return!

Why they chose this property

I took over the estate from my father ten years ago and count myself so lucky to have the opportunity to care for the cottages and farming business in the most stunning part of the world. A perfect retreat to get away from the busy life that most of us lead. Ederline is a tonic to be consumed regardless of season.

What makes this property unique

Although Clachandubh started life in the 1800’s as three shepherds dwellings it is now our second largest cottage sleeping 6 guests. Accommodation comprises a large twin/super-king room with an en-suite bathroom with walk in shower, bath, basin and WC. Two Comfortable twin bedrooms with a large family shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC.
Relax in front of Clachandubh’s open fireplace in a spacious sitting room/dining area with flat screen TV/DVD, WiFi, docking station. We provide one large full basket of logs for your stay. More logs can be provided or you can split your own.
With a fully equipped fitted kitchen with fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, ceramic hob and double oven.
An outside boiler room/drying room with washing machine/tumble dryer and sink provides you with a good place to brush off after a days adventures.
This traditional stone cottage is situated by an old stone bridge over the Clachandubh Burn and it has its own enclosed garden, open shed, ample parking spaces and well stocked log shed.

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