The Dunmore Estate,
Near Tarbert,
Argyll
Sleeping 5, 6, 7, or 8
The Dunmore Estate stretches over 1200 acres of beautiful countryside along 3 miles of the north shore of West Loch Tarbert, south of Lochgilphead in Argyll. Because of its wealth of wildlife and the exotic plants that thrive here a large part of this area has been chosen by The Nature Conservancy Council as a place of special interest. It is a perfect country retreat for those who are looking for a peaceful haven.
The Estate has very successfully converted six fine old farm buildings into six good quality holiday cottages which can sleep from 2 - 8 people. The cottages are comfortably furnished and equipped, each having its own stone fireplace, and are clustered around a courtyard adjacent to which are a further 2 semi-detached houses, each one sleeping 8. This is a perfect gathering place for groups of family or friends.
The cottages are a 5 minute stroll away from the shores of West Loch Tarbert and there are many other interesting walks to take in the area. For younger visitors there is access to an extensive garden complete with swings and a slide. The historically-minded will enjoy visiting the several archaeological sites in the locality and horse-lovers are catered for by the riding school which also offers tuition. For day trips, try taking one of the regular ferries to the nearby islands of Gigha, Arran and Islay (with its renowned whisky distilleries). In the small fishing village of Tarbert (7m) you will find good restaurants as well as a selection of shops and a golf course.
Heating is by open-fires and electricity (
included). Bed-linen and towels can be hired. Pets welcome.
Accommodation: cottages sleeping 6, 5, 7 or 8:
Campbell Cottage (sleeps 6)
Single-storey:
- Sitting room with open-fire, TV, and patio door.
- Kitchen/dining room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, tumble drier and washing machine.
- WC and basin.
- Double-bed room (king size).
- Twin-bed room with wash hand basin.
- Twin-bed room.
- Bathroom with bath, shower, wc and basin
Ross Cottage (sleeps 6)
Single-storey:
- Sitting room with open-fire, TV.
- Kitchen/dining room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, tumble drier and washing machine.
- Double-bed room (king size).
- Second double bed-room (king size).
- Twin-bed room with wash hand basin.
- Bathroom with bath, shower.
Fraser Cottage (Sleeps 5)
Downstairs:
- Sitting room with open-fire, TV, and patio door.
- Kitchen/dining room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, tumble drier and washing machine.
- WC and basin.
Upstairs:
- Family room with double bed (king-size), single bed and wash hand basin.
- Twin-bed room.
- Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and basin.
Macmillan Cottage (Sleeps 7)
Downstairs:
- Sitting room with open-fire, TV, and patio door.
- Kitchen/dining room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, tumble drier and washing machine.
- WC and basin.
- Double-bed room.
Upstairs:
- Twin-bed room with wash hand basin.
- Family room with double(king-size) and single bed.
- Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and basin.
Kerr Cottage (sleeping 8)
Situated above the courtyard cottage with lovely views over the loch.
Ground-floor:
- Sitting room with open-fire and TV.
- Kitchen/dining room with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble drier, etc.
- Twin-bed room. Bathroom with bath, WC and basin.
Upstairs:
- Double-bed room.
- Double-bed room.
- Bunk bedroom (full size)
- Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and basin
- WC and basin.