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

Finchairn Cottage set on a secluded hill side with far reaching views.

Two dining areas one in the conservatory and one in the sitting room.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6645.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Lochgilphead, Argyll, SCT

Carnasserie Castle
‪8 min drive‬
Kilmartin House Museum
‪8 min drive‬
Kilmartin Glen
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Down stairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

Up stairs Double

1 Double Bed

Up stairs Super King or Twin

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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.

A cottage is set in a stunning remote location looking down on Loch Awe. It has three super-king/twin rooms. Two upstairs and one downstairs which also has a ensuite WC/basin. The main bathroom is downstairs with a large walk in shower, WC and basin.
A large sitting room/dining room is complete with smart freesat TV and docking station. A large log burner sets of the room with fans and is a wonderful provider of heat in the evenings. All logs are provided some may need to be split with axe.
The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer and all the equipment you would need.
Garden furniture and mobile barbecue are provided outside. This cottage has a wonderful outside boiler room with washing machine and tumble drier. An excellent room for drying.

This cottage has no wifi which guests love but EE mobiles work well throughout.

Around the cottage is an abundance of wildlife and Red deer can be seen grazing from the conservatory in the evenings.

A holiday on Ederline Estate 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

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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. Carnasserie Castle and Kilmartin Glen are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Crarae Garden Argyll and An Cala. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

Lochgilphead, Argyll, SCT

What's nearby

Loch a' Choire - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
Carnasserie Castle - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
Kilmartin House Museum - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
Kilmartin Glen - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
Oban Ferry Terminal - 47 min drive - 58.8 km

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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 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.

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

21 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Yhis cottage was beautiful. Everything about our stay was excsptionsl. Will highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion S.

27 Jun, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded gem

Lovely cottage with stunning views

6/10 Okay

Boud V.

26 Oct, 2018

Finchairn Cottage

Lovely setting, beautiful views, great walks. Unfortunately somewhat outdated. When the weather turned foul, water pulled into conservatory. On the plus side, Angus was very accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

melanie t.

13 Oct, 2017

Wonderful location and very helpful hostess

Remote spot with amazing views. We are most grateful to Willa for looking after us so well! THANK YOU

Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

7 Mar, 2016

Best Possible Place for Escape!

This trip was our third stay at Ederline Estate, and all three have included time at Finchairn. When extended family have come with us, we've also stayed at The South Lodge and at Clachandubh Cottage. While all of the guest houses have been excellent (well maintained, nicely stocked kitchens, good shower facilities), Finchairn is our very favorite. Nothing can beat the view of Loch Awe from the sun porch, the quiet of the hillside, and the incredible nature walks you can take from here. The light changes the way the loch looks all day long--truly a magical spot for relaxing and disconnecting from the stresses of life. Finchairn's three bedrooms provide plenty of room for 6 people, and the recently remodeled bathroom is very good. The kitchen is well designed, and the fireplace (including generous wood supply!) makes for a perfect spot in the evenings. We can count on everything being clean and in nice shape when we arrive. On the estate, you have miles of nature walking. Make sure to go up into the hills to see all the lochs! Plenty of activities are within easy reach from Ederline, including groceries, restaurants, and shops in Lochgilphead just a short drive away, and don't miss the wonderful history in and surrounding Kilmartin. For a day trip, Oban is within easy reach and is reached by a beautiful winding drive. Willa and Angus are exceptional hosts and have made us feel so welcome and at-home each time we've stayed. We would highly recommend Ederline in general and Finchairn in particular to friends and relatives.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

13 Feb, 2016

Lovely Finchairn

We have stayed on the Ederline Estate 3 times now, twice in finchairn cottage. This is a lovely remote cottage with a wonderfully equipped kitchen and cosy open fire. The views are stunning what ever the weather, and. Much time is spent in the conservatory staring out the window. The kids love the wide open spaces, the near by beaches and scrambling up hills. In fact they would spend a whole day at carsaig bay, crabbing , in the dinghy and jumping off the jetty when the tide comes in. Then back to the cosy cottage where they can get comfy and warm and fed. The cairnbaan hotel has a lovely restaurant also Kilmartin Hotel, Great fish and chips in Oban or Lochgilphead . This is a wonderful place to holiday and an amazing place to explore. The coast line on this west side is stunning and there's easy access to the Isles via Oban ferries. We will return to finchairn as often as possible.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

7 Feb, 2016

A delightful cottage in a outstanding location.

A delightful cottage with everything you need, and more ,for a very comfortable stay in an exceptional location. The cottage was clean, the beds extremely comfortable and the views all around were spectacular. The owners were very helpful and friendly and went out of their way to make us feel welcome.Our days were filled with outdoor adventures; rock jumping, canoeing,fishing and walking. Our nights were by the open fire followed by some of the best night's sleep I have ever had!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

7 Feb, 2016

Idyllic place to stay in every respect

This was the 4th year returning for a holiday at Finchairn and this year for 3 weeks! Bliss! This is a very cosy cottage which has been well adapted and equipped. The conservatory has a wonderful view of Loch Awe with the ever changing colours and shadows. On cooler evenings there is a hearth and fire with logs provided. There are many walks on the Estate and surrounding countryside much appreciated by us and our dog! Anyone interested in history, there is much to see; from castles to the wonderful Kilmartin museum just up the road who also do great food. The local food is delicious to either cook at the cottage or there is a good choice of local eating places not far away. The owners are so pleasant and helpful with any queries you may have. There is also a good visitor's book in the cottage with good tips and it is clear people return, like us, frequently! I've already booked for 2016. Just go, you'll love it!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline D.

16 Sept, 2015

Idyllic setting

The cottage is lovely and the location is amazing. We were given some brilliant info on where to take our boat and allowed to launch from the field onto the loch, thank you. The only criticism I had about the cottage, which I felt let it down quite badly was that the mattresses on the beds were old and thin and lumpy. And the sofas and chairs in the sitting room are old, the springs in them were saggy and they are not at all comfortable. Fantastic morning clay pigeon shooting lesson and a fab meal out at the Crinnan Hotel, both recommended by you, thank you.

About the host

Hosted by Willa Wilson

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

Finchairn Cottage is located in a quiet location up a mile long private drive. It is a traditional shepherds cottage and we have tried to maintain its character while up grading the property to create 'Home from Home'
All our guests are truly blown away by the view and location of Finchairn Cottage.