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ID: S98494
23 reviews
Floorplan
2 pets welcome
6 Bathrooms
WiFi
Parking
Port na Mine is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its stunning location, comfortable bedding, and spaciousness suitable for large family gatherings. The views of Loch Etive and the surrounding winter colours are particularly appreciated. Guests enjoy the high standard of furnishings and the generous welcome basket, though some mention the water quality and access road could be improved.
Most guests found the house clean and well-presented, with one report of rubbish left outside and another mentioning cleanliness not meeting their standards. The majority, however, did not raise cleanliness as an issue.
The location is consistently lauded for its beauty and serenity, with breathtaking views and a peaceful setting. The access road's condition is a concern for some, but the overall location is highly praised.
Guests find the beds and bedding comfortable, and the house spacious with various areas for relaxation. There are some minor points raised about room layouts and water pressure that slightly affect the comfort level.
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
The welcome basket, including food and flower arrangements, is frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
In the most idyllic setting is Port na Mine, a very special holiday home with breath-taking views of Loch Etive and Glencoe beyond and its very own track from the garden down to the shoreline. Five miles from this tranquil location is Taynuilt while Oban is only 15 miles away.
In the most idyllic setting is Port na Mine, a very special holiday home with breath-taking views of Loch Etive and Glencoe beyond. Sleeping twelve guests in six bedrooms with six bathrooms, this spacious home is beautifully situated for holidays with friends and family. A track from garden leads straight to the Loch shoreline where a stunning walk along the Loch awaits, as well as a boat jetty which is great for picnics in the sunshine. Behind the house is 30 acres of stunning landscape where ancient woodlands and rugged hills are waiting to be discovered.
Although Port na Mine boasts a secluded loch-side location, many of Arygll’s popular destinations are easily accessible. Sharing the forestry track that leads is to Port na Mine is the well-known Inverawe Smokehouse and Shop which has also a café, visitor centre and many trails and walks through the park’s woods. The village of Taynuilt is just five miles away where local amenities include an excellent grocer, butchers, tea room and hotel with restaurant. The 9-hole Taynuilt Golf Club has wonderful views of Loch Etive while the Bonawe Iron Furnace is a popular local attraction. Slightly further afield is Oban which can be reached in approximately 30 minutes’ drive where there is a good range of shops, restaurants and ferries to the Hebrides.
Additional Information:
Underfloor heating in the sitting room and adjacent bedroom.
Additional electric radiators in the ground floor bedrooms.
Up to two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Guests are requested to use the steps and path by the house to the left of the front door rather than using the gravel sloping drive as access. This driveway can become slippery in wet weather.
Please note the access to this property is via a rough forestry track, so please take extra care.
Children must be supervised in the garden as there is a small garden pond at the back of the house.
Direct access to the Loch via a track through the garden. Guests are advised to take care along the banks of Loch Etive and the rocks are steep and slippery.
Please note that stag and hen parties are not permitted at this property.
The neighbouring property has access rights to take boats down to the Loch through the grounds of Port na Mine (additional charge including use of slip way and buoy). Please note, this is at guests' own risk and the owner cannot be held liable for any damage to boats. When boat access is selected with your booking, access information for the gate to the slip way will be provided. The slipway can accommodate up to a 7m RIB.
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