Guests say
Guests consistently praise the 'Barrach' cottage for its stunning location, cleanliness, and well-appointed facilities. The peaceful setting, abundant wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor activities like swimming and walking contribute to a restful and enjoyable stay. Despite a few challenges with weather and open bedroom design, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
Reviewers consistently mention the property being 'spotlessly clean' and 'very clean', indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the cottage.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, beautiful, and perfect for nature lovers, with easy access to local amenities and opportunities for outdoor activities.
The property is noted for its comfort, with a 'very comfortable' stay mentioned. However, one review notes difficulty sleeping due to an open bedroom design, slightly impacting the score.
Facilities are highly praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and log burner. The property is described as well-maintained, with a modern and clean interior.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack and made-up beds. While such gestures are warmly received, it's noted that these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set amongst stunning countryside close to Loch Craignish, in the heart of historic Mid-Argyll, this contemporary new-build built in 2021, lovingly planned and created by the owners, offers a close-to-nature family holiday with panoramic views..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Cabin 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot (available on request), highchair and stairgates. Welcome pack.. Enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Barrach is a unique, architect-designed Scottish home approximately 800m up a farm track, close to the owner’s house. Set within hills, surrounded by nature, its proximity to Loch Craignish alongside its rural position (roughly 1.5 miles from Ardfern), makes an ideal location for a nature lover’s relaxing break or an active land/water-based holiday.
The open-plan galleried living space provides the perfect setting for breakfasting in the south-facing garden or snuggling up by the wood-burning stove. The cathedral ceiling and décor is warmed by a wood burner. The ground-floor bedroom can be made up as either a king-size or twin beds. In the galleried bedroom upstairs, there’s a king-size bed and two bespoke cabin beds built into the eaves. There’s a family bathroom on the ground floor, as well as a separate shower room.
The shores of Loch Craignish are only a short stroll away, where you will enjoy exploring the sheltered waters of the Lagoon. A 15-minute walk up the track to Barr Mor hill offers views of the Sound of Jura, Crinan and the entire Craignish Peninsula. Ardfern village offers a friendly village pub and restaurant, café and takeaway, gift shop, and marina with chandlery. Locally within a few minutes’ drive or walk, you’ll also find riding, sailing, canoeing, fresh water and sea fishing, as well as walks and boat excursions.
Right on your doorstep and within 7 miles of Ardfern, is the renowned Kilmartin Glen offering of pre-historic sites, including castles, standing stones, burial cairns, hill forts and Kilmartin Museum. Next door is the Moine Mhor, a rugged, beautiful landscape that is the wild heartland of Kilmartin Glen with the ancient hill fort of Dunadd, just a short distance further towards Lochgilphead.
An array of wildlife can be spotted, and fresh seafood is available in many eating places around the area, where local produce is proudly served.
Lochgilphead (16 miles) has a variety of specialist shops, cafés and restaurants, a swimming pool and a golf course. Oban, known as the Gateway to the Isles, Inveraray, the capital of Argyll and Campbeltown to the far South on the Kintyre Peninsula are all within 25 miles.
Free WiFi
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
The owner lives on-site/nearby.
Please note: This property is accessed from main road by 500 metre farm track.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (12)
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Sarah
Absolutely stunning house in the most beautiful location. We felt very privileged to be staying here, with the cows at the bottom of the garden and the shimmer of the northern lights activity teasing us, but not quite appearing. The views are lovely, the Craignish Loch just down the track is so peaceful and great for swimming. Our spaniel swam at least twice a day in one sea loch or other! Make sure you take a trip to the end of the road to the head and watch the sun set over the islands. The house is very appointed, especially the kitchen. As keen cooks, we were delighted to see that everything you need is in place and of a high standard - it's been very thoughtfully set up. When we went (November 25) there was nothing much open, so be prepared and get everything you need before you arrive. We enjoyed a restful, relaxed stay, watching the wildlife outside the big windows, birds, cows, sheep and various other animals can be seen (and heard) at all times of the day and night.
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Confirmed Guest
Despite arriving in the middle of storm Amy and being without electric or a mobile phone connection for 3 days we had a very enjoyable holiday. The property was very comfortable and the log burner was wonderful with many hours watching the flames flickering. The local shop and chandlery were both wonderful and very helpful being help to meet all our requirements for extra supplies needed in the weather. Locals were also very helpful and offered to provide anything extra we might have needed. The location was peaceful with the opportunity of walks from the doorstep. The location is well placed to explore Argyle and Bute. We hope to return in better weather.
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Debra Hall
Stunning off road location. Modern, light and bright interior; scandi like presentation. Clean and well equipped. We were a family group and the property met all our requirements. The accommodation contributed to making our short break memorable for all the right reasons.