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Kate’s Cottage is a sweet little cottage set in a scattering of houses down a private drive on the Tayvallich Estate near Tayvallich (4 miles) in Argyll.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (1) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
The cottage has been thoroughly refurbished and transformed into a contemporary getaway that is perfect just for two. Inside the main living area is open plan and cleverly laid out in an L-shape that gives definition to the stylish kitchen, dining and seating areas. A wood-burning stove keeps the whole place toasty and there is further seating at the breakfast bar.
The charming sunroom at the entrance of the cottage is the perfect place to sit and relax and admire the view out over Linne Mhuirich to Loch Sween beyond. It also provides handy space for storing coats and muddy boots, etc.
The spacious double bedroom is light and airy with an en suite bathroom with the choice of a relaxing bath or a shower over.
Outside there is parking for up to two cars and walking from the door straight off out into the surrounding countryside of the Estate.
Tayvallich (4 miles) is a pretty fishing village set in a very sheltered bay that is a haven for yachting enthusiasts. There is a well-stocked shop/café in the village and an inn that offers great food and wonderful views out over the harbour to enjoy as you eat.
Tayvallich is one of the pickup/dropoff points for boat trips run by Venture West that are good for wildlife spotting with sea and golden eagles, dolphins and even minke whales often being seen. Longer boat trips also venture out further afield to the islands of Colonsay, Jura, Iona and Staffa, where you can see the famous Fingal’s Cave.
Scotland may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of rain forests, but the oceanic environment and warming effects of the Gulf Stream have created just the right conditions for a temperate rain forest in the Taynish National Nature Reserve (5 miles). There is a network of walking trails to follow around this rich woodland where oak trees are said to have been grown for around 7,000 years!
There is also a lovely walk from the nature reserve out to Taynish Old Mill with views of Loch Taynish and beautiful butterflies and dragonflies to look out for along the way. The route is also suitable for bikes if you prefer exploring on two wheels.
The area is known for its wildlife and in particular for the beavers that were re-introduced to Scotland all the way from Norway back in 2009. At Knapdale Forest (9 miles) a ‘beaver detection trail’ leads around the woodland site where you are most likely to spot these fascinating creatures first thing in the morning or at early evening time. Even if you don’t manage to spot the animals themselves you will certainly see evidence of them due to the gnawed branches they leave behind them.
Lochgilphead (15.5 miles) has lots of interesting shops to wander around, as well as a supermarket and some cafés and restaurants to stop at. A couple of miles outside Lochgilphead there is fishing at Lochgilphead Lochs where there are eleven different lochs stocked with brown trout.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Single storey
Sun room/porch
Open plan sitting room/kitchen/dining room with wood-burning stove and TV (Satellite), electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine/tumble dryer, microwave, etc
Double bedroom (king-size) with en suite bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil panel heaters and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED (subject to a fair usage policy). Water is from a private source which is UV filtered and regularly tested; however (as is typical in many parts of Scotland) it can become discoloured, particularly after heavy rainfall. Guests may therefore prefer to bring bottled water to drink. A maximum of 1 dog is welcome (1 large, 1 medium, 1 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 14 Apr 2018 - 04 May 2018 | £395.00 |
| 05 May 2018 - 25 May 2018 | £450.00 |
| 26 May 2018 - 01 Jun 2018 | £495.00 |
| 02 Jun 2018 - 29 Jun 2018 | £450.00 |
| 30 Jun 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 | £495.00 |
| 01 Sep 2018 - 21 Sep 2018 | £450.00 |
| 22 Sep 2018 - 05 Oct 2018 | £395.00 |
| 06 Oct 2018 - 26 Oct 2018 | £450.00 |
| 27 Oct 2018 - 20 Dec 2018 | £345.00 |
| 21 Dec 2018 - 27 Dec 2018 | £495.00 |
| 28 Dec 2018 - 05 Jan 2019 | £495.00 |
| 06 Jan 2019 - 08 Feb 2019 | POA |
| 09 Feb 2019 - 05 Apr 2019 | POA |
| 06 Apr 2019 - 26 Apr 2019 | POA |
| 27 Apr 2019 - 10 May 2019 | POA |
| 11 May 2019 - 24 May 2019 | POA |
| 25 May 2019 - 31 May 2019 | POA |
| 01 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019 | POA |
| 29 Jun 2019 - 30 Aug 2019 | POA |
| 31 Aug 2019 - 20 Sep 2019 | POA |
| 21 Sep 2019 - 11 Oct 2019 | POA |
| 12 Oct 2019 - 01 Nov 2019 | POA |
| 02 Nov 2019 - 19 Dec 2019 | POA |
| 20 Dec 2019 - 27 Dec 2019 | POA |
| 28 Dec 2019 - 05 Jan 2020 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2020 - 05 Jan 2021 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2021 - 05 Jan 2022 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Reviews
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Kate’s Cottage is an idyllic retreat from the stresses and strains of everyday life. The views over Linnie Mhuirich and ...
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Straightforward, user-friendly and good value for money
The cottage is newly done up and it’s perfect. The place feels so homely and I took to it straight away.
We slept ...
The cottage was very good although there were some basics missing. No tin foil, baking parchment, cling film provided....
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We had a truly wonderful week at Kate's Cottage. This newly renovated cottage was equipped with everything we needed and...
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