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The Coach House at Stewart Hall

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Cottage elevation to garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute
  • Rothesay Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Stuart
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪110 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Coach House at Stewart Hall

Ground floor large master bedroom with ensuite bath/shower room. Luxuriously furnished with a queen size double bed, high quality lnen, a two seater sofa and chair as well as bedroom furniture. French doors to the garden and grand picture windows fitted with both blinds and heavy curtains.

The second bedroom on the first floor has twin single beds and fitted wardrobes. The adjoining sitting room has two large comfy armchairs and a state of the art television system. The shower room is beautifully equipped and is directly across the hallway. Opening roof lights give panoramic views of the garden and surrounding countryside.

There are plenty of fluffy bath towels etc and a change of bed linen if required stocked in the house.
Stewart Hall is a rural idyll, situated on the beautiful west coast of Bute. The 5 Star Coach House, though self-contained, forms the west wing of the house.

The wonderful views south west across the Sound of Bute to the majestic hills of Arran, and the gentle slopes of Inchmarnock, are ever changing and truly dramatic. The three acres of mature and tranquil grounds are surrounded by gently rolling farmland. Ancient forts stand guard over the valley, and standing stones are evident in the adjacent fields. The stunning beach at St Ninian's Bay is only a short walk away.

The Category A Listed Georgian building is believed to have been built by the Adam family for the Rev. James Stewart, Laird of Kilwhinleck, in 1760.

The Coach House has been furnished and equipped to the highest standard, with meticulous attention to detail. The large drawing room on the ground floor is both sumptuous and comfortable , with windows giving views over the fields to the sea. The dining area is situated by arched glass doors which lead to the garden. The kitchen has everything you could need to make best use of the superb local produce on offer. The master bedroom is extremely spacious with french doors onto the back lawn and an ensuite bathroom. There is a second shower room on the ground floor. The first floor consists of a double bedroom with adjoining sitting room and a third bathroom. There is a plethora of natural light from the large well appointed windows throughout.

Although a perfect escape, the Coach House is a superb base from which to explore the awesome scenery of the island. It is also ideally situated to the local amenities, if you take a right turn at the end of the drive you are less than two miles from the main own of Rothesay with its local shops, bars, restaurants and the main ferry terminal. Turn left and you are five minutes from the Straad and ten from Ettrick Bay.

After a day exploring, the Coach House is the perfect home to return to.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 18:00

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rothesay

Rothesay is home to this cottage. St Ninian’s Bay and Scalpsie Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bute Museum and Ardencraig Gardens. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute

What's nearby

  • Rothesay Castle - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Loch Fad - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Mount Stuart - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Scalpsie Bay Beach - 24 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Wemyss Bay Station - 58 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kingarth Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Struan Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ettrick Bay Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liz's Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Musicker - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Coach House at Stewart Hall pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Coach House at Stewart Hall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Coach House at Stewart Hall?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Coach House at Stewart Hall located?

This family-friendly Rothesay cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of St Ninian’s Bay, Bute Museum and Rothesay Castle. Rothesay Ferry Terminal and Victorian Toilets are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Comfortable accommodation in a beautiful setting
The tranquility, the space and the views of Arran
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Wonderful tranquil stay
Such a delightful property in fab grouns with lovely views. Incredibly welcoming owners. Just a wonderful place to stay.
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8/10 Good

Lorraine

Stunning property in a quiet countryside location, but close to town facilities if required
Quality accommodation, spacious rooms and very well appointed for all your needs
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Fantastic
Everything absolutely loved the accommodation gardens couldn’t fault a thing

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

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Coach House At Stewart Hall Bute
Absolutely gorgeous property.Cannot praise Karen and David the hosts highly enough.The house was stunning and set in the most beautiful grounds with views across to Arran.I know the island like the back of my hand but never knew Stuart Hall was there.I will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Serenity
Relaxed stay in a lovely house in a stunning location.
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Wonderful house in a lovely setting
The house was warm, beautifully furnished, spacious, well equipped and the scenery was stunning and very peaceful.
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

A delightful surprise
great location and friendliness of owners. felt like a special place to stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Fantastic Island Retreat
This was our second stay at the Coach House and once again had a very enjoyable relaxing time. The accommodation is first class- very spacious, very clean, quiet, and ideal island retreat close to the mainland. The location is perfect- set in large private gardens, although close to Rothesay for the local shops.
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10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Absolutely fabulous experience in an outstanding location.
The private dining experience is not to be missed. Fabulous food served in an equally fabulous dining room - the Coach House lounge. Lovely hosts. The view from the front of the house over the fields, the Sound of Bute onto the mountains of Arran is just breathtaking.

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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Wonderful all round
Lovely accommodation, well located and the scenery was simply amazing. Very quiet and peaceful. Owners David and Karen were very helpful throughout our stay. Thankyou both
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Manfred

100% recommendation
Very nice House, a lot of space.
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10/10 Excellent

Roy

Great place, great views
Very comfortable, central (but anywhere in Bute is!). Very quiet. 5 star for everything , minor issue with room upstairs with spiral staircase in kitchen but got the younger ones to tackle that!
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Perfect place to chill out
The Coach House at Stewart Hall is very comfortable, light and airy, well appointed and extremely peaceful. The view across to Arran is stunning. Despite the various attractions of the Isle of Bute, Mount Stewart etc, we were just as happy to stay put at the Coach House, admire the scenery, watch wildlife, read and relax.

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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Wonderful
We had a wonderful stay at the Coach House. It's comfortable and quiet, which is really important for us. It's set in attractive grounds, which has some lovely plants - including some very nice acers! We even saw hares in the garden. Karen and David are great hosts, very welcoming and they made certain we enjoyed our stay. This was a superb place to stay with easy access to the whole island. Wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Beautiful house and location, friendly hosts, but smartening up is needed
This has the potential to be one of the finest holiday rentals in the UK. The main rooms are spacious, with high ceilings and lots of natural light. The high standard of much of the interior is still apparent. The location is peaceful, with wonderful views across the sea to the mountains beyond. However, it has become a bit shabby. The windows, skirting boards and other woodwork are damaged by rain and damp. The fridge motor runs continuously, because the doors no longer make a proper seal.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanny

Our new favourite place!
What an extraordinary place to stay! This is a truly unique and beautiful accommodation surrounded by incredible nature and wildlife. Yet still close to a major town where you can find supermarkets and also great local shops. The house is very well equipped with everything you might possibly need, very clean, with great attention to details. The hosts are the most welcoming and friendly people and Karen's cooking could easily compete with any fine dining restaurant! Highly recommend this place!
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Hosts, house and scenery were wonderful.
Wonderful stay at the Coach House at Stewart Hall. Karen and David are thoughtful and kind hosts. The coach house was cozy and comfortable. And the kitchen had enough breakfast food to last a few days. They were very helpful with information regarding attractions on the island. David provided very interesting historical facts about the island. We had great communication with Karen before we arrived at the Coach House and throughout our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

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Wonderful Experience
Wonderful stay at the Coach House at Stewart Hall. Karen and David are thoughtful and kind hosts. The coach house was cozy and comfortable. And the kitchen had enough breakfast food to last a few days. They were very helpful with information regarding attractions on the island. David provided very interesting historical facts about the island. We had great communication with Karen before we arrived at the Coach House and throughout our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Charming haven
The coach house is a lovely, well-furnished, well-equipped cottage. It is a real haven in a well-kept garden, surrounded by fields, where deers, rabbits, pheasants abound. It is very conveniently located 5 minutes away from the Rothesay ferry, half an hour from the main coast and one hour away from Glasgow. The owners were not present but always available by mail or phone as well as their housekeeper. We loved the warm welcome and special attentions.

8/10 Good

Stephen S.

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Nice place in need of attention
The Coach House is a beautiful building with a wonderful view of the sea and the mountains beyond. The rooms are large, with plenty of natural light and the furnishings, when new, were clearly stylish and of good quality. If the place were cleaned up and redecorated it could be one of the most outstanding holiday let's in the UK. However, it is currently a bit shabby. The woodwork is decaying in places, the showers need to be refitted and cleaned of mould. Some of the kitchen equipment is in very bad condition. The fridge-freezer doors don't fit properly, so the compressor runs continually as it struggles to reach the correct temperature. Older people would struggle to use the spiral staircase, which is not mentioned in the description. Despite all this, we had a wonderful time in Bute.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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Beautiful surroundings
Fantastic retreat, quiet and peaceful with magnificent views. The accommodation is very comfortable and clean. The owners were helpful and obliging. Had a super holiday, made great memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nga M.

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Home away from home
We had a lovely long weekend stay and spent plenty of time indoors due to weather. There is plenty of space for all, decent facilities and items provided for entertainment like board games, unique books, dvds and a piano. Great to disconnect and get away from the busier areas of Bute, particularly as mobile and WiFi reception is poor/intermittent in the property. The upstairs lounge area is great for a separate cosier hang out space or reading area, particularly for slightly older kids and if you bring a games console - my 7 year old son loved it. The owner was very accommodating with our requests and provided basic foods like bread, milk, butter, olive oil, eggs and sausages and bacon as a treat. The property can get draughty during very windy wintry weather, which cannot be helped very much with it being an older property. We still enjoyed ourselves and the central heating worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek M.

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Great place to stay
We stayed over New Year 2022. It is a very spacious property , with everything we needed.. My son enjoyed his area up the spiral stairs. Shower was good (only used 1 but there was another 2), bed was comfortable, lots of books , dvds, games. There was a large garden & as it is so dark at night the stars were bright and constellations visible. . We walked at St Ninians bay at Straad , Ettrick bay with cafe , which is open even on New Year’s Day, Kilchatten beach and a walk from the end of Kilchatten out to the lighthouse at Glencallum bay. We also walked through Skeoch Woods. It was good being outdoors even if it was cold and then returning to this lovely cottage. We really enjoyed staying here and would return in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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Fabulous property, gorgeous tranquil location
This is a beautiful property in a peaceful location on the Isle of Bute. Bute is tiny, so although this place is quite secluded, it's less than a 10-minute drive to Rothesay which has good food shops and all you need. Fabulous beaches at St Ninian's, Scalpsie (look for the seals) and Ettrick Bay. The property is spacious and extremely comfortable. Please note that the property description is correct in stating that there are two bedrooms and three shower rooms (one with bath too). The overview says that there is only one bedroom and one bathroom, which is incorrect. It is worth noting that the upstairs room is accessed by a spiral staircase from the kitchen, so might not be suitable for very young children or those with mobility issues (though the main bedroom with en suite bathroom is downstairs and would be fine). Keen cooks would be advised to bring a large pan, as the largest pan provided was not big enough to comfortably cook pasta for two people, so it would be a challenge to cook for four! Pets are welcome at the property - and the area is great for dogs - but there is an additional charge of £10/night for dogs which was not mentioned on the site. None of the above comments are intended as criticisms. We had a really wonderful stay at the Coach House and would love to come back again. Everything was really comfortable. The house was warm. The area is gorgeous. And the owner couldn't have been more helpful when we had a problem (not her fault - just one of those things) with the boiler and got it fixed very swiftly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

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Tranquil and serene with the most stunning views towards the mountains of Arran. Luxuriously appointed the Coach House is the most perfect escape. A constant refrain from guests? .....'I have never slept so well".

As hosts we love welcoming people to our home. Avid supporters of local businesses, we offer you the complimentary welcome of your first morning's breakfast, so that you can sample the superb sausages and bacon from our local butcher, or Ritchie's famous smoked salmon. If you prefer a leisurely start to your morning then Karen will happily prepare and cook your breakfast for you.

Although the Coach House is fully equipped for self catering, dinner can also be provided by prior arrangement if required- Karen is an excellent cook! Using our superb local produce, a beautiful 3 course meal is available. A selection of menus will be on offer - Karen makes sure to cater perfectly to your choice and preferences. David is extremely knowledgable about all things Bute and will happily advise if needed. Friendly, relaxed and approachable.

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