Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in West Scotland

The Old Post Office, Tarbert, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £340 to £ 705

Self catering accommodation in Tarbert sleeps 10.

Features include: • Multi Bathrooms • Non Smoking • Fishing near by • Beach close by • Fire or Woodburner • Easy Walking • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by &#

Accommodation overview: The Old Post Office in Muasdale nestles between two large rocks and boasts a wonderful sandy beach front location. There is a fantastic uninterrupted view west to the Atlantic Ocean, looking out onto the islands of Cara, Gigha, Islay and the Paps of Jura. This westerly location provides you with stunning sunsets, which you can enjoy from the paved seating area or while just strolling on the long sandy beach to inhale the invigorating fresh sea air. The Old Post Office is a converted potato store, dating back to the 1800s which has been extended to provide extra living accommodation. The open plan kitchen/dining/lounge area has exposed traditional random stone walls and a lovely cosy log fire. The view from the arched kitchen window is directly out to the sea and the islands. To the South of the house lies approximately three quarters of an acre of wild grassed area, also a gravel parking area for four or more cars. To the West of the house there is a large grassy area which leads directly down onto an expanse of sandy beach. A small burn flows along the North boundary of the enclosed garden and bordering the Southern wild grassed ares is a working fishermans launch.

Coalfin, Tarbert, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £340 to £ 705

Self catering accommodation in Tarbert sleeps 10.

Features include: • Multi Bathrooms • Non Smoking • Beach close by • Fire or Woodburner • Easy Walking • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by • Has a Garden •

Accommodation overview: Coalfin is a large, impressive detached farmhouse sitting high on the hillside overlooking the small village of Skipness on the Kintyre Peninsula.  The property has a stunning view south over Kilbrannan Sound to the Isle of Arran. The large, spacious kitchen is the heart of this property, a place for everyone to gather and chat.   At one end of the kitchen is a large bunk room (sleeping 4), with en-suite facilities. The opposite end leads into the lounge where there is a cosy, open fire.  The main hallway provides access to a large double bedroom with en-suite.  Upstairs there are a further two bedrooms and a shower room.   All rooms have a stunning sea view, looking out to Arran. The property is spacious and ideal for a family holiday. The large half acre garden is fully enclosed and grassy.  There are no other immediate neighbours and the rear of the property affords direct access to the countryside. 

Shepherds Cottage, Tarbert Loch Fyne, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £250 to £ 582

Self catering accommodation in Tarbert Loch Fyne sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Wheelchair access • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Kintyre Peninsula Barmore Farm offers visitors a wonderful holiday at any time of the year. Once the home farm steading on the historic Stonefield Castle estate these fine old stone built cottages have been lovingly restored. Clustered around a pretty landscaped courtyard the attractive crow stepped gables are among many original early 19th century features which enhance their period charm and character.
Set in 30 acres of countryside grounds Barmore offers plenty of space for boules badminton football and a large secure children's games area. Sailing horse riding and clay pigeon shooting can all be arranged and the cottages are just 2 miles north of the fishing village of Tarbert on Loch Fyne where there are shops and a good choice of inns and restaurants. Stonefield renowned for its sub tropical gardens which flourish in the mild Gulf Stream climate is just 200 yards from the cottages and has a small beach which is sandy at low tide (more extensive beaches are 20 minutes by car).
Quintessential Argyll the Kintyre Peninsula offers some wonderfully scenic forest and hill-walking. The local Art Centre is a nature lovers' treat with its deer park wildfowl pond and museum area. Ferries to the beautiful isles of Mull Iona and Colonsay are available from Oban (an hour's drive) while trips to Islay Jura Gigha and Arran are available close by. Five superb golf courses including the 18 hole championship links course at Machrihanish are close at hand. Cycle hire is available at Barmore Farm and there are numerous tracks to follow.

Spacious open plan sitting/dining room with French doors to garden open fire and kitchen area. Double bedroom with 5' bed. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Glenahuil, Tighnabruaich, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £310 to £ 595

Self catering accommodation in Tighnabruaich sleeps 7.

Features include: • Multi Bathrooms • Non Smoking • Fishing near by • Beach close by • Fire or Woodburner • Easy Walking • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by &#

Accommodation overview: Glenahuil provides the perfect get-away from it all location on the stunning Cowal Peninsula. The 130 year old modernized detached farmhouse sits on a hillside surrounded by a 50-acre working farm. There are spectacular views south of the Island of Arran, Inchmarnock and Bute from all the ground floor reception rooms. There is a spacious living room with open fire and leather sofas, a separate dining room with space for everyone to sit around the table comfortably, a fully-equipped kitchen with table and benches for four, and a newer conservatory with smaller table and three chairs as well as a 3-piece suite. The bathroom and shower room are also on the ground floor.  Upstairs, there are three bedrooms with coombed ceilings and velux windows, two with double beds and one with three single beds. The house has a private water supply from a well in the forest at the back of the property.  The house is completely private, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.  The approach to Glenahuil is by a three quarter mile track from the shore road around Ardlamont Point.  There is a lovely sandy beach approached by a nice 20 minute walk across the moor. 

The Cartshed, Tarbert Loch, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £388 to £ 753

Self catering accommodation in Tarbert Loch sleeps 6.

Features include: Non Smoking • Multi Bath Shower • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles • Wheelchair Access • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: This farm steading formerly part of the Stonefield Castle Estate has been skilfully converted into attractive holiday cottages which now form part of a courtyard surrounded by 30 acres of countryside grounds. The cottages are situated on the beautiful Kintyre peninsula 2 miles north of the picturesque harbour at Tarbert which is popular for sailing and hosts the Scottish sailing regatta in May. There are numerous activities available around Tarbert: sample the fresh seafood caught at Loch Fyne in local restaurants enjoy exploring nearby beaches and coves walk all or part of the Kintyre Way a marked walk stretching the length of the peninsula. The area is a nature lover’s paradise - red squirrels deer sea eagles buzzards otters and beavers can be spotted locally. For the energetic windsurfing horse riding mountain biking and clay pigeon shooting are all available nearby. Golfers can enjoy five local courses including the Championship Course at Machrihanish near Campbeltown. Visit the islands of Islay and Arran easily accessible or Gigha with white sands and shallow waters ideal for swimming. Shops and pubs 2 miles. Spacious open-plan sitting/dining room with wood-burning stove and kitchen area. Double bedroom with 5’ bed. Twin bedded room with additional bunk beds (for +2) and en-suite shower room/WC. Bathroom/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Ardmarnoch Estate, Kilfinan, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £429

Self catering accommodation in Kilfinan sleeps 4.

Features include: Fishing nearby • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed Garden • sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Beautifully situated within the magnificent Ardmarnoch Estate which has lovely views out to Loch Fyne, the hills and surrounding countryside, these 3 stunning holiday properties offer wonderful holiday homes. Each cottage has been restored and refurbished to a very high standard with beautiful finishing touches to ensure visitors every comfort. Guests are welcome to enjoy the walled garden and to stroll through the estate. Mown paths lead through oak woods and heather to ponds or the shoreline and there is a private beach on Loch Fyne. Visit the Iron-Age fort, Neolithic burial chamber and old arboretum within the grounds. The estate has abundant wildlife including birds, seals, otters, deer and much more. Highland cattle and Tamworth pigs look perfectly at home in their surroundings. The estate manager is on hand to arrange sea fishing trips, clay pigeon shooting, night safaris and weekend catering. A stocked trout pond lies close to the cottages and permits are available. This is a fairly remote spot, 2 miles along a private road and 8 miles from the shops and hotel restaurants in Kames / Tighnabruaich. At the recently opened Portavadie Marina (6 miles), there is a small shop and lovely restaurant as well as the ferry service for Tarbert. AG660a Bucks House Sleeps 4 + b Situated in a beautiful old stone-built courtyard this cottage is attached to Dovecote (AG660b) and both properties can be linked to accommodate 12 persons. The cottage is on 2 levels, the spacious rooms are bright, welcoming and comfortable. 1 double and 1 twin bedroom, lounge with open fire, well-equipped kitchen / dining room, utility room, porch area, bathroom with shower over bath, extra separate wc. Cooking by electricity, LPG central heating plus open fire. Each property has large private gardens with patio area, garden furniture and barbecue with eating area and midge machine from May to Sept. Fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, Sky television, video, DVD, CD player. Bed linen and towels provided. Cot available by arrangement. Private water supply.

Rockcliffe, Loch Fyne Tarbert, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £500 to £ 1265

Self catering accommodation in Loch Fyne Tarbert sleeps 9.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: Enjoying stunning views over Tarbert's harbour (right photograph) and Loch Fyne this spacious and comfortably furnished house is within walking distance of the quayside shops inns and restaurants. A bustling fishing village Tarbert also offers boat trips to Jura Gigha Islay and Arran whilst opportunities for sea fishing and riding in the lovely surrounding countryside are available locally. There is golf too with the 18 hole championship links course at Machrihanish just a short drive away and four other courses close by.
The glorious landscape of the Kintyre Peninsula holds a rich variety of attractions with excellent hill walking and beautiful forest scenery. At Lochgilphead (15 miles) Kilmory Castle displays its world famous rhododendrons in its lovely gardens. A little further on Dunadd hill fort and Kilmartin Glen's wealth of standing stones are steeped in history

Spacious sitting room with stunning view and electric and open fires. Well fitted kitchen leading to dining room. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath) and bidet. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C. Twin bedded room with ensuite shower room/W.C. Single bedroom.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Colintraive, Oban, Argyll, West Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £329

Self catering accommodation in Oban sleeps 4.

Features include: Detached • Fishing nearby • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Golf near by Garden • sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Enjoying spectacular views over to the Isle of Bute, this delightful, detached holiday home exudes a charm all of its own. It is beautifully situated on the eastern shoreline of the 'Kyles of Bute' and simply offers peace and tranquility, away from the stresses of everyday life. There are private, enclosed gardens on either side, to sit and watch the spectacular sunsets over Bute and garden furniture is provided. A delightful little babbling brook skirting the garden, along with the birdsong, are the only sounds to disturb the peace. The beach is accessed through a grassed meadow in front of the cottage. The property is centrally located for day trips including Inveraray. Oban and Tighnabruaich or for a day at the new 'state of the art' Portavadie Marina which has access to some of the best sailing waters for every level of enthusiast. Excellent outdoor activities in the area include fishing, cycling, hill walking and golf. The local pub/hotel is a short stroll away serving some of the best seafood in the area. 1 double and 1 twin bedroom, (travel cot provided) cosy lounge/dining room with log burning stove and open stairway (leading up to the bedrooms), kitchen, bathroom with shower over bath. All electric. Fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave, satellite television, DVD player. Bed linen and towels provided.