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Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.

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A row of colorful houses with a rocky shoreline and calm water reflecting the buildings.
A coastal scene with houses and boats.
A window view of a calm lake with a bird on the windowsill.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden beams, a blue sofa, a coffee table with books, and a dining area in the background.
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a small town and hills in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Craobh Haven, Argyll
  • Place, Arduaine Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilmeford Church
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilmartin House Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.

Situated right beside the sea, Islay Cottage combines the warmth and comfort of home with wonderful, unspoilt views of many West Coast islands from Jura to Mull. Traditionally built for local character and charm, the cottage has timber beams and an open fireplace built with local stone. Fitted and furnished to an award-winning standard throughout, the cottage is cleaned and cared for every week by the owners.

The open-plan downstairs has a west-facing sitting area with comfy chairs, open fire, digital TV, DVD/video, CD player and free WiFi. The kitchen and dining area is to the rear, with open views to the woods behind. In the kitchen we provide high quality crockery, cutlery, and equipment, including a dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, microwave oven, washing machine and tumble drier.

Upstairs has a west-facing master bedroom with 5ft king-sized bed, fitted wash basin, generous storage and sea views. The twin bedded room has views to the rear. Bath and hand towels, duvets with covers, sheets and pillowcases are all provided.

All electricity, and coal for the open fire, is provided at no extra cost. Well behaved pets are welcome, subject to charges and certain conditions.

The small, friendly village of Craobh Haven (pronounced 'croove', after the Gaelic for a small tree or shrub) lies about 20 miles south of Oban, just north of Ardfern. There are many things to do locally including boat trips, horse riding, bird and sealife spotting and spectacular walks.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 2 pets total)
Charge of £15 per pet per week.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 230720-000002
Property # 1083896
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Lochgilphead

Located in Lochgilphead, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Carnasserie Castle and Kilmartin Glen are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Arduaine Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Craobh Haven, Argyll

What's nearby

  • Arduaine Garden - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kilmeford Church - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Kilmartin House Museum - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Kilmartin Glen - 19 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Loch Awe - 22 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Oban Station - 28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galley of Lorne - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kilmartin Museum Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kilmartin Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shower of Herring - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Natalie's Cupcakery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire. located?

This Lochgilphead cottage is on the beach, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Arduaine Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kilmeford Church and Carnasserie Castle. Loch Ederline and Loch a' Choire are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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

September stay at Jura Cottage Croabh Haven

Croabh Haven was a really lovely location, with wonderful loch views, and the cottage was beautifully furnished, and very well equipped. Matthew the owner had set the fire ready for our arrival which was a great touch, especially as we arrived on a wet evening! the ret of the week's weather was in fact lovely, with rain limited mostly to night time. The sunsets in front of the cottage are quite spectacular! Definitely planning a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2022
Hi Fiona. Thank you for staying with us, and for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed the cottage and the views. Matthew
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

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

First holiday since lockdown 2020!

Excellent service from initial enquiry to leaving at the end of our weeks stay. Warm, well equipped cottage in a stunning peaceful location. Would highly recommend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B.

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

A wonderful adventure

As a family if 4 (2 under 9!), it is always a challenge finding a holiday that will engage and suits us all - this one certainly did that. The cottage was extremely welcoming and clean and the beds - oh so comfortable! A fire was already set in the hearth when we arrived, just needing a match - this was a lovely touch. The view was amazing, so lovely to sip wine whilst watching the sun set in the harbour. Lots to do too, we took a boat trip with Duncan, (highly recommend), spent much time in Inveraray, (castle and jail a must), lots of walking and even managed to take a day trip to the Isle of Mull. We left with a thirst for more. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henning D.

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

Sehr schöne,ruhige und saubere Unterkunft

Saubere und gut ausgestattete Unterkunft, gemütliche Atmosphäre mit Kamin. Sehr ruhige und landschaftlich wunderschöne Lage mit Blick auf den kleinen Hafen und vorgelagerte Inseln. Ein gutes Restaurant mit kleinem Laden für die nötigsten Dinge direkt im Ort, ebenso eine Teestube. Für einen ruhigen erholsamen Urlaub sowie sportliche Aktivitäten sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind review. I hope you don't mind if I post a translation for our English-speaking guests... Very nice, quiet and clean accommodation Clean and well equipped accommodation, cozy atmosphere with fireplace. Very quiet and scenic location overlooking the small harbour and offshore islands. A good restaurant with a small shop for the most necessary things right in the village, as well as a tea room. Highly recommended for a quiet relaxing holiday and many activities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Everything you could hope for

A really lovely cottage in a great location, with amazing views. Really well equipped - and so clean! Couldn't have been more comfortable, and loved all the little touches that made it feel like home - our home, not someone else's! Lots to do in the area, and so a great base for exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Birgit v.

Sehr geschmackvoll mit viel Liebe eingerichtetes Cottage mit Blick aufs Meer und Kamin.

In dem Cottage gab es alles was man braucht. Geschirr und Gläser waren ausreichend vorhanden.Die Möbel einschließlich Bett hatten eine gute Qualität und waren bequem. Durch den Kamin könnte man auch die kalten, verregneten Tage genießen. Wir haben uns rundherum wohl gefühlt. In der Nähe (2 min zu Fuß) gibt es einen netten Pup mit einer guten Speisekarte. Allerdings sind die Einkaufsmöglichkeiten begrenzt. Bis Oban sind es ca 20 Meilen, dort ist der nächste Supermarkt und auch alles andere was man braucht.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your positive and accurate review, Birgit. I am glad that you enjoyed the cottage and the area. I hope you don't mind if I post an English translation of your Review here, for English-speaking guests: Very tastefully decorated with love, a cottage with sea view and fireplace. The cottage has everything you need, with plenty of dishes and glasses. The furniture, including the beds, were of good quality and were comfortable. With the open fireplace you can even enjoy any cold, rainy days. All in all, we felt very comfortable. Nearby (2 min walk) there is a nice pub with a good menu. However, the shopping is limited. It is about 20 miles to Oban, where there is a supermarket and everything else you need.

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Haggis

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Matthew Haggis and Alison Hampton have owned and operated Islay Cottage since 1982, always maintaining it at an independently quality assured 4 Star standard. We love self-catering, and we love the west coast of Argyll.

Why they chose this property

Craobh Haven is a special place, with seemingly uniquely relaxing properties. People comment on how well they sleep there, how quiet and recuperative it it. They like the comfort and ease of the cottage, and often talk about the 'little touches' that make the cottage welcoming and, well, what it is!

What makes this property unique

Our guests mainly talk about the amazing views from the front windows (or when sitting on the wooden bench outside, sipping a local whisky on a summer's evening!) This is directly West, overlooking a scattering of Hebridean islands, which have the effect of breaking up the sea view and making for fantastic sunsets.

Many also mention the great walking form straight out the back door, and the huge variety of wildlife - from seals to red squirrels to herons to deer to sea-eagles - that can be spotted just out the window, or a short walk away.

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