Lochview Cottage - Spacious cottage with stunning views of Loch Fyne
Cottage with 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden
Lochview is a spacious, 4 bedroomed, semi-detached cottage, on the outskirts of the village of Furnace, Argyll and is 9 miles south of Inveraray. The property enjoys stunning views over Loch Fyne, has an enclosed garden to the front, as well as a patio area and larger garden to the back, which leads into woodland.
The cottage is perfect as a base for visiting Oban, Glencoe, Loch Lomond, the nearby islands and the Mull of Kintyre. It is an ideal place to explore the varied Argyll coast with sandy beaches, interesting coastal villages and wonderful sealife and wildlife.
On the ground floor the comfortable lounge, with large picture windows on two sides, has stunning views over Loch Fyne. It is tastefully furnished with leather sofas, laminate flooring, Sky TV, a DVD player and a CD radio cassette player. Two steps lead to the split level dining area which has a table and 6 chairs and patio doors leading into the back garden. The dining area is open plan to the large fully fitted and well equipped kitchen, which contains all that you need for a self catering holiday. There is also a utility room with a washing machine and tumble drier.
On the ground floor there is a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Upstairs there is a large double bedroom (king size bed), two single bedrooms and a family bathroom with a shower over the bath. Bed linen (duvets) and towels are included. A travel cot and high chair are available on request. The lounge and three of the four bedrooms enjoy loch facing views whilst the dining room, kitchen and one single bedroom all enjoy views of the woodland behind the cottage.
Larger groups or extended families (maximum 12), may be interested in renting "Lochview Cottage" along with our adjoining property "Lochside Cottage".
Lochfyneside, with its views to the hills and forests of the Cowal Peninsula, is in a stunning part of Argyll. Bird-watching, walking, diving, riding, golf and fishing are available locally. Red squirrel, pine martin, common seals, gannets, buzzard and golden eagle may all be seen nearby.
Lochview Cottage is ideally situated for trips to Inveraray with its famous castle, bell tower, historic jail, maritime museum, shops and restaurants. Furnace village has a pub and a local store and post office (1 mile).
For lovers of Scottish culture there are events held locally throughout the year. The area has many excellent hotels and restaurants, many serving local seafood and other local produce. Treat yourself to a meal at the famous Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and Smokery.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Inveraray, Central Scotland
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Airport:
Glasgow - 65 miles
Nearest Port:
Oban - 40 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Furnace Inn - 1 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
Inveraray - 9 miles
Nearest Beach:
Pebbled shore - 0 miles
Nearest Golf Course:
Inveraray - 9 miles
Location Type:
Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
2 Double Bedrooms, 2 Single Bedrooms. The ground floor double bedroom has an en-suite shower room.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 1 Shower. The family bathroom has a shower over the bath.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The large, fully fitted and well equipped kitchen contains all that you need for a self catering holiday. Welcome pack provided on arrival.
General:
Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. The property has oil fuelled central heating and the cooker has a calor gas hob and an electric oven. All gas, oil and electricity are included in the rental cost.
Dining:
Seating for 6.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. A selection of board games, books, CDs and DVDs are provided for your enjoyment.
Outside:
Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. The patio area at the back of the cottage is equipped with a table, 6 chairs and a barbecue. A wooden garden bench is at the front of the cottage. A rotary clothes drier is provided.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Inveraray, Central Scotland
Argyll, in the West Highlands, is one of the most spectacular parts of Scotland with beautiful scenery, mountains, lochs and wildlife. It is an area steeped in history and offers a variety of activities. It is a wonderful area for hillwalking, bird watching, fishing and touring.
Oban, the "Gateway to the Isles", is less than an hour's drive away and has sailings to the islands of Mull, Iona, Colonsay, Kerrera and other Hebridean islands. It is a busy fishing port with an 18 hole golf course, a cinema, an indoor pool, tennis and squash courts, a good choice of shops and restaurants and a lovely sandy beach at Ganavan Bay.
Travel north to Fort William, at the foot of Ben Nevis, and visit the magnificent mountains of Glencoe, renowned as a climbing and winter sports centre. Visit Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National park.
The city of Glasgow can be reached in an hour and a half and offers a wide variety of attractions and amenities including excellent shopping, theatres and museums. Nearby are Crarae Glen Gardens (1 mile) and Auchindrain open air Highland village museum and archaeological site (4 miles). Lochgilphead (15 miles) has local shops, bars and restaurants as well as sports facilities and a swimming pool.
Travel south to the harbour town of Tarbert, famous for its sailing festivals. Head to the Kintyre peninsula and take a ferry to explore the islands of Gigha, Arran and Islay or continue on until you reach Campbelltown. Visit the Crinan Canal with its stepped locks. You can walk or drive a delightful route along its 9 mile length. Historic Kilmartin Glen, with its museum, Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments, standing stones and burial cairns, should not be missed.
From Glasgow, follow the M8 westbound. Cross the Erskine Bridge and follow the A82 until Tarbet. Take the A83 to Inveraray, stay on the A83 through the town centre for 9 miles until Furnace Village.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
30 Aug - 1 Nov 2008
£500.00
€630.00
$810.00
1 Nov - 20 Dec 2008
£450.00
€567.00
$729.00
20 Dec - 3 Jan 2009
£675.00
€850.50
$1093.50
3 Jan - 4 Apr 2009
£450.00
€567.00
$729.00
4 Apr - 27 Jun 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
27 Jun - 29 Aug 2009
£675.00
€850.50
$1093.50
29 Aug - 31 Oct 2009
£550.00
€693.00
$891.00
Rental Notes: Except for short breaks, all bookings run weekly from Saturday to Saturday. (Arrival from 4pm and departure by 10am).
A non-refundable deposit of £100 per week, is required to secure a booking, with the balance payable eight weeks before the start of the holiday. Bookings made within eight weeks of arrival must be paid for in full at the time of booking.
Short breaks (minimum stay 3 nights ) are available during the low season;- 3 nights £270, 4 nights £315, 5 nights £360, 6 nights £405, 7 nights £450. In peak season, short breaks can usually only be booked within 14 days of arrival. Please call us with your requirements and we will do our best to help.
Prices are inclusive of bed linen, towels, central heating and electricity. Smoking is not permitted in any part of the house. Unfortunately we don’t allow pets, apart from guide/assistance dogs.
Note: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
"A lovely, comfortable cottage with wonderful views. What a relaxing holiday! I loved watching the red squirrels in the back garden. The few days spent here have left me with a taste for more." - C Ryan
"Stunning location. The most peaceful break to date. Very nice cottage which we would recommend to anyone else." - Mr & Mrs Fisher
"We have had an excellent holiday. The cottage is great as are the views to the front and the birds and red squirrels at the back. It's a good base for touring Argyll." - Hugh & Lorna
"Lovely cottage, tastefully decorated with all the comforts of home. Idyllic location with marvellous views and the splendour of nature on your doorstep.
" - Ken & Maggie.
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Owner joined site on:
14 September 2007
Property listed since:
17 September 2008
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