Guests say
Am Bruadar cottage in Dalmally offers a cosy and comfortable stay, ideal for large groups and families. Guests appreciate its great location for hill walking and exploring the Highlands and Islands, with convenient access to shops and fuel. The property is well-equipped for both short breaks and longer stays, featuring a log burner and spacious rooms. While some guests mention issues with mattress comfort and cleanliness in certain areas, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The property generally provides a pleasant environment, though some guests noted the presence of mould in shower areas and suggested that door handles could benefit from a thorough cleaning. These issues seem to be isolated rather than indicative of overall standards.
The cottage is highly praised for its location, offering easy access to Munros, the Highlands, and nearby towns like Oban and Inveraray. Its proximity to a shop, fuel, and the station adds to its convenience, making it an excellent base for exploring the surrounding areas.
While the house is described as cosy and warm, with a log burner adding to the ambience, several guests reported that the beds were uncomfortable. The suggestion of adding mattress toppers indicates room for improvement in this area.
The property is well-equipped for guests, with a good kitchen and necessary amenities. However, minor issues such as insufficient cafetieres for a large group and difficulty adjusting room temperatures were mentioned, indicating some areas for maintenance attention.
While guests have mentioned complimentary items, there is a specific complaint about out-of-date milk packets, which suggests that while the intention to provide gifts is present, the execution requires attention. As gifts are not consistently referenced, it is not possible to accurately score this category.
About this property
A spacious, luxury family home, set amongst spectacular scenery with lovely views over the countryside towards magnificent Ben Cruachan, offering a relaxed and comfortable base to tour the Western Highlands..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 5: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgates. Welcome pack. . Enclosed rear garden with patio and garden furniture. Front garden. Balcony. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Am Bruadar is a delightful holiday home in a peaceful location between Dalmally and Loch Awe overlooking Ben Cruachan, the highest mountain in Argyll, which dominates the landscape.
The property offers plenty of living and entertaining space, as well as a fully enclosed rear garden. Downstairs the spacious living/dining area is open plan, opening onto a well-equipped kitchen with adjacent utility room. Easily accessible for those with limited mobility, with an entrance ramp and wider doors, there is a single and double bedroom with en-suite shower room on the ground floor.
Upstairs is a large en-suite master bedroom with super king bed, with a balcony where you can enjoy views towards magnificent Ben Cruachan, as well as a twin room and a single room served by the master bathroom with large deep bath and shower.
Railway enthusiasts will be delighted to know that at the rear of the house is a single railway track that serves the Oban to Glasgow route, and occasional special trains. It is a very low volume track with only a handful of two carriage trains that trundle slowly past. The enclosed rear garden is secure from the railway track by a security fence that stops any access to the track.
The house is just two minutes from Dalmally village centre which has a village store, post office, doctors’ surgery, railway station with adjacent craft shop, and a golf course. Dalmally is ideally placed for exploring the impressive mountains of Ben Lui and Ben Cruachan, and it is very close to beautiful Glen Orchy and the road which leads to Bridge of Orchy. There are many local forest walks locally and there is excellent fishing on the River Orchy.
The whole area is full of historic castles and churches, close to the village and well worth visiting is Glen Orchy Church which is of unusual octagonal architecture as well as monument on the mountainside, dedicated to Duncan Ban MacIntyre – the celebrated 18th Century Gaelic poet. Just 5 minutes’ drive is the small inland loch-side village of Loch Awe, which is well served by a general store and post office, a hotel, and a newly refurbished inn. Loch Awe is Scotland longest freshwater loch and has superb fishing, enchanted islands, and deserted castles to explore. Loch Awe has a number of beautiful attractions to visit including the stunning Kilchurn Castle, St Conan’s Kirk and Cruachan Visitor Centre, all within a 5 minutes’ drive.
Nature lovers will be spoilt for choice with many Nature and Forestry reserves offering walking and cycling routes, all available locally. This part of Argyll has miles of unspoilt countryside with fantastic mountain, woodland, and coastal walks to enjoy. With Oban, the Gateway to the Isles and Inveraray, the home of the Duke of Argyll, both just a 30 minutes’ drive, there is plenty to explore. Oban gives you access supermarkets, ferry terminal, shops, cafes, restaurants and has a cinema, leisure centre and Oban whisky distillery. Glasgow Airport and the cities of the central belt are within reasonably easy reach.
Free WiFi
Reviews (10)
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Martyn
A lovely property in a quiet locations. Everything you could want for a short break or long stay. Friendly hosts with clear instructions for the house.
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Jen
Great location for bagging nearby Munro’s. Cosy & comfortable home.
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Anne
We had a great stay!