A rare find — cast your line without leaving the property.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Connel Bridge
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Garden
Explore the area
Connel, near Oban
Connel Bridge
Place, Connel Bridge
15 min walk
Oban Distillery
Place, Oban Distillery
7 min drive
Ganavan Sands
Place, Ganavan Sands
11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban
With the clear waters of Loch Etive below the sun deck, this apartment allows breathtaking panoramic views towards the Falls of Lora, Mull and Morven.. 25 steps to entrance.
All on the Lower Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Freeview TV, Patio Doors Leading To Decked Area
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and gas barbecue. 2 small dogs welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. Bike store (shared). No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no stag or hen parties. Couples, holiday makers and family bookings only. There is a loch 10 metres away.. Right on the water’s edge with an enclosed sun-deck, 4 Dolphins offers a luxurious water’s edge holiday experience with seals, otters and seabirds, so close you can almost touch them! The experience of being so close to the sea is something quite exceptional and you will never tire of the ever-changing views and sounds whilst you sit looking out, either from the sun-deck or the comfort of the glass fronted living room. 4 Dolphins is situated on the coastal outskirts of Connel, 6 miles north of Oban on the shores of Loch Etive, and is the ground level luxury apartment created by the owners who live in the house next door.
With exceptional attention to detail and with the comfort of guests paramount, all rooms are luxuriously decorated with comfort and convenience in mind. Within walking distance of 4 Dolphins are three restaurants and three bars, a convenience store, and a railway station. You are feet away from the beautiful Loch Etive and just 5 minutes from the amazing natural attraction of the Falls of Lora, a tidal race underneath the Connel Bridge. Nearby attractions within a 5-minute drive are Dunstaffnage Castle and the Ocean Explorer Centre in the village of Dunbeg which also has a very popular Garden Centre with a café.
Across the Connel Bridge, a 10-minute drive takes you to the village of Benderloch, with its famous Pink Shop, grocery store, cafés, Tralee Beach, Ben Lora woodland walks and easy access onto national Cycle Route 78 which stretches all the way from Oban to Fort William. Oban, just 10 minutes drive, is a bustling west coast harbour town, and has lots going on for the visitor at any time of the year. Known as the ’Gateway to the Isles’, with ferries leaving daily to many islands, such as Mull, Iona, Staffa and Lismore. In keeping with its reputation as the Seafood Capital of Scotland, there are some excellent restaurants, cafés and pubs.
The area is a paradise for golfers, water sports enthusiasts, mountain bikers, mountain climbers and walkers with all the nearby glens, mountain ranges and coastal paths to explore. Inveraray, the ancient capital of Argyll, with its Castle and Jail, is a fun day out for the family. For any guests with young children, there is pony trekking available in the area. A trip to the Isle of Seil, over the Bridge over the Atlantic and a fast fun boat trip viewing whirlpools and wildlife, is another day out for family fun! Further afield, but within an hour’s drive, visitors can enjoy the scenery of Glencoe, take a trip to Fort William to see Ben Nevis or catch the Harry Potter train. Beach 8 miles, shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
This property can be booked with UK12269 Otters View to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
There are steps to the property.
EPC Rating = C
Scottish Letting Licence No: ARO2545F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Property Registration Number ARO2545F
Property # 10801575
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Oban
Located in Oban, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Oban War and Peace Museum and Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club. Atlantis Leisure and Ardchattan Priory Garden are also worth visiting.
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
Ganavan Sands - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
Getting around
Oban Connel Ferry Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
The Oban Inn - 6 min drive
The Corryvreckan (Wetherspoon) - 7 min drive
George Street Fish & Chip Shop - 6 min drive
The Tartan Tavern - 5 min drive
LULU Lounge - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban?
As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban on 31 Oct 2026 start from £1,135, 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 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Connel, near Oban located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Loch Linnhe and Connel Bridge. Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. Oban Connel Ferry Station is 18 minutes by foot.
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