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The Old Schoolhouse
Take in the view while you plan your day trips
The dining table-bright and sunny in the summer.....
A cosy night in

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kentallen, Argyll
  • Place, The Dragons Tooth Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Leven
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pixel Spirits Distillery
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Double Room

1 Double Bed

Single Room

1 Single Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views

The Old Schoolhouse is on the side of Loch Linnhe between Ballachulish and Kentallen.It has stunning views over the loch towards the mountains of Ardgour.There is a loch side cycle path across the road providing easy walking and cycling with great views.It is within driving distance of some of the most iconic attractions and spectacular scenery in the Highlands.A hotel with bar,restaurant and swimming pool is in easy walking distance.
The Old Schoolhouse really is the perfect location,whether you want to scale a mountain or waterfall,take a ride in a gondola or steam train or simply kick back and enjoy some Highland hospitality while you soak up the unforgettable scenery.

It is hard to believe that the unique lounge was once a schoolroom.It's high ceiling and double,west facing windows make it spacious and bright.There are glorious views out over the loch at all times of day,whatever the weather.The west facing aspect makes sunsets particularly memorable.

Two sofas make the lounge a comfortable and relaxing area whether for enjoying the view with a dram or watching TV.A storage heater and multi fuel burning stove keep the room warm and cosy.

There are a variety of cafes and restaurants nearby,some within walking distance,so eating out is an easy option.For the days you just want to stay in,relax and enjoy the view,the kitchen is fully equipped and has everything you need to rustle up something tasty.A dining table,with seating for six,is in the lounge.Use the candles we leave to create an atmospheric candlelit dinner as the sun sets over the loch.

There are three bedrooms- one with a double bed,the second with two single beds
and the third with one single bed and a fold out chair bed.All rooms are carpeted and heated by electric panel heaters.All have large built in wardrobes with shelving so there is ample storage space.

We leave a variety of guide books and maps in the house to help you discover and enjoy the area.For quieter days there is a large enclosed garden,TV,dvds,toys,books and games.

All in all a great base for exploring or relaxing in a fabulous area!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest responsible for letting the house must provide their home address to the owner if requested
Dogs must be kept out of the bedrooms and must not be allowed up onto sofas,window ledges or other furniture.The garden must be cleared of their mess

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views?

As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views on 23 May 2026 start from £190, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Schoolhouse With Stunning Loch And Mountain Views located?

This family-friendly Appin holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Loch Linnhe, The Dragons Tooth Golf Course and Loch Leven. Pixel Spirits Distillery is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 119 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Lovely sized cottage

Perfect location for a stay in the highlands.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang W.

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

Wonderful

We had a wonderful Holiday with stunning Views. Sitting at the fire, watching the sunset with a nice Cup of tea was so relaxing. We really did not want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2025
You were a lovely family to host so it’s great to hear you enjoyed your stay. It is quite special to be able to be able to watch such spectacular sunsets from the comfort of your own lounge and garden. Best wishes Fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja Ü.

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

Great House

We had a great time in this lovely house!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Scotland April 2025

Comfortable cottage in a great location with easy access to the numerous great walking and cycling options in the area. Spectacular views across Loch Linnhe especially in the evening when the sun is setting. Highly recommend the Laroch Restuarant for food.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

Absolutely Beautiful cottage and location, just perfect

Perfectly equipped cottage with everything you could need for a family stay. The location is stunning, watching sun set every night over the loch is so very special, we have made some memories this week! Thank you so much, we have had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2024
Thankyou for such a lovely review Alison. It’s great to hear the house was part of a wonderful family holiday. I hope you have some memories to treasure. Best wishes Fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Holiday

Clean, spacious property with all relevant requirements for the weeks stay. Great location for access to local attractions/ walks. Highly recommended and the host was very informative prior to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanja Ü.

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

Amazing

It was my second time in this beautiful house and we enjoyed it very very much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen J.

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

Trip to the Highlands

Lovely loch side location the Old School House was great. Fiona was excellent host and offered really useful and helpful information making our stay even more enjoyable. We weren’t lucky enough to experience the sunsets from the fab location but that didn’t spoil our stay. The Old School House is a great location for exploring this truly beautiful area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

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

6 day of Sun

A very nice property in a lovely location, and we were very luck we had 6 days of sun which is unusual for the west coast of Scotland
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jörg S.

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

Schule, mal anders

Just wonderful !!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Severine M.

Beautiful house in lovely area

We had a great holiday at the School house cottage. The house is a real home from home, very well equipped and all the toys were a big hit with our two kids. The house is very comfortable, fab views and great stove. We loved the area, so much to see and do...a week wasn't enough! Great base to see all the famous Scottish landmarks. Thanks Fiona for all the advice and for the big book of info you have at the cottage. Very useful and great reading!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve h.

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

Amazing holiday

Everything was as described. Amazing view from front room. Perfect location. Loved the woodburner. Cycle/walkway right across road was great. Less than a mile along the path to holy tree bar/restaurant. Spent a few afternoons on the deck overlooking the loch. Will definitely be back. Thanks Fiona.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Gorgeous place to be.

The property is so much bigger than the pictures represent, the lounge with its high ceiling and loch view is a lovely place to sit and relax. Excellent location for exploring the Glencoe valley, walks, climbs, the silver sand beaches and towns. The scenery is so amazing that driving longer distances to get places is stunning and a trip in itself. The house is really well equipped with lots of little extras being thought of, like blankets and hot water bottles, a laundry basket, bit and pieces in the kitchen, the cupboards stocked with games it’s the small things that count! Highly recommend, we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
It’s great to hear you loved the house and enjoyed the games. I hope it all helped to make your first trip to Scotland extra special! Best wishes Fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean J.

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

Well, well, well, what a property!

Amazing property in a wonderful location. Communication from Fiona was top notch. Friendly and informative and we were left wanting for nothing at The Old Schoolhouse. Cannot recommend it enough. We loved it so much and hopefully will be back. Our labrador, Brando, also loved it with plenty for him to do locally with lochs, glens, sights and smells. Just perfect. Sad to leave but heads filled with happy memories. Sláinte Fiona & Euan 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Thanks for taking the time to leave such a lovely review Sean. It’s great to hear you all loved the house and area. You are welcome back any time! Best wishes Fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan T.

Great location with wonderful view

We stayed (2 adults, 2 children - 10 & 13 years) at the old school house for a week and can just highly recommend it. The house is wonderful decorated, has a very nice living room with a priceless view over the lake, is very clean, a well equipped kitchen with a dish washer, a separate room for the washing machine including a dryer (after a week traveling around Scotland we needed it), even toys and games for the kids, lots of literature about the region, a separate folder with things to do around, great location to explore this part of Scotland and a really nice host who gave us the feeling to be welcomed and supported us immediately if there were any questions. We felt immediately at home. This was for sure one of the best houses we stayed by now.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Hello Stefan Thankyou for such a lovely review.I'm glad you enjoyed the house so much and found it to be a great base for exploring the surrounding area.You are very welcome to stay again should you return to the Highlands. Best wishes Fiona
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

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

A special place!

Beautiful, quiet location and those views are absolutely stunning. The schoolhouse had everything you could want during your holiday. The rooms are spacious and well decorated. Kitchen is well stocked with utensils for every kind of meal. The bathroom with the underfloor heating was great. But my big guilty pleasure was the living room, log fire burning, sitting with a drink on the settee and just watching the sunset go down. We stayed for a week and didn't want to leave it just felt so much like home. Fiona is a very special lady and will go to great lengths to make sure you have a wonderful stay at the schoolhouse. The schoolhouse is well situated for lots of different activities or lots of walks, be sure to try the walk along the cycle track by the house, watch out for the wildlife on the big rocks near the cycle track. We came in April and had dry sunny weather but with a cold wind. The schoolhouse garden is quite large and the bench by the wall is lovely for listening to the calming sounds as the sea laps ashore. All in all we had a fantastic time and I hope that I'll be back at some point soon. I would highly recommend staying at the schoolhouse. A big thank you to Fiona for a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thankyou for such a lovely review Margaret.I’m really glad you enjoyed your week at the Schoolhouse.You are welcome back any time! Fiona
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharina B.

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Sehr schön eingerichtete Unterkunft.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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Schulhaus

Alles war bestens. Lage traumhaft, direkt am Wasser, sehr ruhig. Das Haus wundervoll und mit Allem, was man braucht. Unbedingt zu empfehlen!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas V.

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

Sehr schönes Ferienhaus ideal für Unternehmungen.

Das Old School House kann ich nur empfehlen. Ruhig und sehr schön gelegen.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice h.

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

60th birthday with husbands and Sons

I wanted somewhere to stay in the Glencoe area with my family and I came across the Old School House. The views arw as seen in the advertisement absolutely stunning. Very well situated for hiking and a very well equipped cottage with a beautiful lunge and the log fire was bliss. Fiona our host went beyond to make my 60th birthday celebration really memorable. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda U.

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Comfortable home in a perfect location

The Old Schoolhouse was the perfect spot for my group to explore the Western Highlands. The views from the living room were spectacular. The house itself was perfectly appointed for a comfortable stay. Fiona is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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Fantastic view over Loch Linnhe

Very comfortable house overlooking Loch Linnhe. Fantastic walking in Glencoe on our doorstep with Hollytree Hotel restaurant a short walk away. The house accommodated six of us and our dog with ease. Shops not too far away. This is a really great place to stay if you’re exploring Glencoe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer s.

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Perfect

A great place for a little holiday near Glencoe. The house was wonderful, so clean and all the amenities we needed. It was beautiful to sit outside in the evening and look out over the loch. It’s so close to so many activities, good for younger children and also older teenagers. Communication with the host was impeccable and I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john d.

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

Lovely house, lovely position

First class
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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A relaxing place to stay

We had a lovely 4 night stay at the Old School House. It was well equipped, in a great location and with views to die for from the lounge window. Despite not having the best weather, we still managed to see one sunset from the front garden and had a dip in the loch! We spent most of our time sipping wine, by the log burner, watching the light change over the loch. The house is set back slightly from the main road, so there is a bit of traffic noise, but it is very peaceful at night. The cycle path runs alongside the loch for walking in the local area and many places are a short drive away. We were so comfortable and relaxed here, would love to have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by fiona mcdonald

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We live and work in Edinburgh but have always loved the Scottish Highlands. We spent so many weekends and holidays exploring the west we decided to make a permanent base there. The house had been empty for years when we bought it and it has been a labour of love(and despair sometimes) to renovate it. As we have children at school we cannot use the house as much as we used to. It now makes sense to let other people use it and discover what a fantastic area it is.

Why they chose this property

We chose this house for its location and stunning views.
We have holidayed in most parts of Scotland but nowhere else can beat the variety of scenery and activities we have on our doorstep.
The Munros in Glencoe, the views at Port Appin, fresh seafood on the pier at Oban,cycling off road from almost the end of the garden,walking to the local hotel for a beer on the sun deck or pier,ferry trips,castles,history,fabulous beaches a bit further afield....We really do have it all. When the sun shines there is no better place to be.

What makes this property unique

We use the property a lot ourselves so we know it is comfortable and well equipped.
We want everyone to love the house and area as much as we do so we have left lots of information,maps,books,guides etc to make sure you have a good holiday.
The house itself is unique.The former schoolroom-now the lounge -gives it a 'wow' factor especially when watching the ever changing loch views.

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