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IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM

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Ben View
Spacious open plan living area with log burning stove
Modern, well equipped kitchen
Dining area
Master bedroom with kingsize bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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DUROR, APPIN, ARGYLL, SCT
  • Highland Titles Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Dragons Tooth Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Loch Leven
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oban (OBN)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM

Sleeps 5 - Two comfortable bedrooms, one kingsize and one single and bunk beds. Ideal for families. Spacious open plan living area includes log burner (logs not included), leather sofas, large TV and DVD player. Wifi available. Dining area which seats 5. High quality, well equipped kitchen includes gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, washer dryer and fridge with freezer box. Bathroom with a large shower cubicle and thermostatic mixer shower. Oil-fired central heating and hot water throughout with the bonus of the log burner for extra warmth in the winter months. Logs & kindling are not included, can be purchased from garage in Glencoe.

The Scottish Highlands and West Coast of Scotland is an area of outstanding beauty offering something for everyone. There is a huge range of outdoor activities on offer from forest walks, cycling, fishing, horse riding, golf to sea kayaking, diving, skiing, white water rafting and mountain climbing. It also offers great history and mythology. Visit Loch Ness, climb Ben Nevis, walk along unspoilt beaches with crystal clear waters, wonder at Glencoe, eat fish and chips in Oban, sail to remote islands, marvel at outstanding wildlife, ride on the Hogwarts Express or simply relax and take in the amazing atmosphere the mountains and lochs provide.

Duror, Appin. Is the ideal location to explore all the Scottish Highlands has to offer. Fort William and Oban are both approximately 40 mins drive away. 5 minutes drive to family friendly bar/restaurant on the edge of Loch Linnhe. 15 minutes to well stocked supermarket in Ballachulish. There are several coffee and craft shops. Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Watersports, Diving, Horse riding and Skiing are all on offer within a 20 minute drive. 10 minutes walk will take you to the beautiful Cuil Bay.

Property manager

Catriona Hill
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Maximum 2 well behaved dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Appin

Located in Appin, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Glencoe Folk Museum and Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Dragons Tooth Golf Course and Pixel Spirits Distillery. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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DUROR, APPIN, ARGYLL, SCT

What's nearby

  • Highland Titles Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • The Dragons Tooth Golf Course - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Loch Leven - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Glen Coe Visitor Centre - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Ben Nevis - 35 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 26 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quarry Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bulas Bar & Bistro at Ballachulish House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crafts & Things - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ardgour Bar and Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Four Seasons - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is IDEAL LOCATION, SITUATED BETWEEN OBAN AND FORT WILLIAM located?

This family-friendly Appin cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Loch Linnhe and Highland Titles Nature Reserve. Loch Leven and The Dragons Tooth Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma-Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage
This is a comfortable, clean, cosy & well-appointed cottage with easy access to national cycle route 78 nearby. This was a return visit for us. Hope to be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-annick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Very confortable house , clean and functional. Well located to visit glencoe and surrounders , glen Nevis, really a great place, we recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The property was lovely clean & just perfect for what we needed we had a lovely stay & would deffo come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Annie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Really enjoyed our stay with the dogs.Lovely clean cottage.Situated between Oban and Fort William.The views are stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma-Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return visit
Another wonderful stay in a clean, comfortable & well-equipped cottage in an ideal location. Halfway between two parkruns, easy access to the Caledonia Way & a short drive to the Nevis Range. Just what we wanted. Hope to return again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
A lovely cottage - very clean, freshly decorated, warm, spacious, and very comfy beds. Fantastic views of the hills from the kitchen and bedroom windows and back garden. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs Gault
Had a wonderful few days at the cottage, and already planning a return stay. Great communication with owner & quick to respond to any queries. Cottage was well equipped & as described. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break
Lovely property and great location. Visiting the Scottish Highlands was on my husbands bucket list. It didnt disappoint. The settees in the property were extremely low but we had lots of laughs trying to get up off them. Great break away
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay
This was my family's second time staying at Ben View, and we would not hesitate to book again. The house was clean, the location ideal for visiting Fort William, and communication with the host was fast and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage
Our stay was excellent the cottage was exactly as described. Every thing was good quality especially the fluffy towels. Good communication from host. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic.
Great little house in a stunning location for hiking around the Glen Coe area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Martyna S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loads pros but unconfortable mattress
Very nice open plan kitchen/living room. Cosy wood burner - shame the ashes were not emptied after previous visitors.Place is nice and warm. A but hard to find, the owner could send what 3 words in the insteuctions which would help a lot.Lovely view feom the kitchen and master bedroom.The master bedroom had some stains on the walls (i dont want to know where that came from!!!) Unfortunately i am giving only 3 stars because the mattress was horrendous, and taking in account we are spending 1/3 of our days in bed this is important for me. This mattress was memory foam and it definietly remembered many many many previous visitors. I felt like sleeping in a hole.However on a positive point its a good location for hiking in Glencoe or Ben Nevis range. Shop in Ballachulish is well stocked.I would definitely book again if the mattress was changed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Regina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage with wonderful view
Very nice and modern cottage. Especially the large kitchen and living room were very comfy, and the view from the garden to the mountain just behind was wonderful. The location was ideal for visting Glen Coe. It takes you about 20 min to the three sisters car park. To Oban it takes approx 45min. If you are sensitive to noises please be aware that the cottage is located at the main road to Oban. All in all we really enjoyed our time at Ben View!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location for Southern Highlands
Cottage ideal for the 2 of us in October but unkept garden would have been a pain in summer if sitting out. Perception of property not fully cared for-lightbulbs missing in bathroom, no spare bin bags,no kitchen towels,diluted washing up liquid and a request for new toaster acknowledged but not actioned. Also fridge not turned on at arrival Easy to resolve and if done would thoroughly recommend as very comfortable and excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, very accomodating!
Second time we have stayed in this house due to its great location and great owner. Couldnt fault it again. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to visit the surrounding area!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate t., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View, Lovely house
We really enjoyed our time at the Ben View. It was very close to everything we needed and had plenty of room to spread out. Wonderful bed and bedding, warm, clean, and cozy. A perfect stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious cottage with great views
We were surprised how large this cottage when we arrived. Very relaxing place to stay. We used it as a base for hiking in the Highlands. We lucked out and had great weather so really got to enjoy the amazing beauty of this region.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property
Very nice house. Enjoyed many day trips from there. The house was clean and perfect sized for the 4 of us. The views from the back are incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Highlands base
This was a lovely cottage with an amazing view out the back. Catriona was great and everything went very smoothly. It had everything you'd need for a family stay. The area is great for exploring the coast, Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Road to the Isles etc
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage. Lovely location
We are a family of five plus dig and the cottage met our needs perfectly. Clean, well equipped. Enclosed garden. Ideal. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nic Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area
Lovely simply furnished bungalow in a great spot for a peaceful trip to the Scottish Highlands. Lots to do within an hour's drive. The cottage itself is very pleasant and a great base with beautiful views from the garden. Set up nicely for a small group. Bring blackout blinds if you are easily woken by sunlight!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

colin s., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious Cottage in Rural Setting.
We had a wonderful two nights at the cottage. Much bigger than we expected and the cottage was clean and comfortable. During the breaks in the rain, amazing views of the nearby hills from the main bedroom and Kitchen. Great location, only 30 mins from Fort William. Communication with the host was very efficient and she provided us with all the information we required. Great spot to base yourself for any visit to the highlands of Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little home away from home
So glad we tried this place out. We arrived late in the evening and it was so nice to walk into a warm, clean home. Great location. Would love to stay here again. My only negative was the amount of dog/pet hair on the couch pillows and floor. You can tell the owner keeps it clean, but it’s inevitable that a pet-friendly home will have hair on the furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Just needs a bit of TLC
The inside of the property is great. The garden and outside could do with a bit of maintenance though - simply mowing the grass would be a start - it feels a bit unloved externally. The photos on the listing need updating (exterior in particular) as they don't reflect 2023's image. The views at the rear of the property are perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kerstin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
We stayed in this cozy house for a week, two adults and three children. It was clean and tidy and nicely furnished. Bed linen, towels - everything was provided. We wanted for nothing. The kitchen is fully equipped and it was fun to cook on the gas stove. What we couldn't see from the advertisement is that it is a semi-detached house. We have three boys and therefore prefer to book detached houses so that we don't disturb any neighbors. The location is ok, but it's not much fun to walk along the road, the cars speed past you, so we only walked directly in the area once. Otherwise, we drove about 30 minutes by car to the surrounding area every day. Then you can reach Ben Navis, the beautiful Glen Coe valley and much more. The key handover was uncomplicated with the key safe, otherwise we had no contact with the landlady. All in all, we really enjoyed our stopover at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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