Argyll & Bute

The landscape of the whole of the west coast of Scotland is one of the most superb in the world - when the sun shines and the midges are not on the prowl!  You have been warned - you will need midge cream to experience this area without pain!  However, it is a part of Scotland not to be missed.  Argyll & Bute lies on the southern section of the west coast and is characterised by the long peninsula of Kintyre, many long sea lochs penetrating deep into the mainland, and magnificent views inland towards the mountains and seaward towards the islands.  The main islands in the southern part of this region are Bute, Islay, Jura and Colonsay, whereas further north, opposite Oban, lie the islands of Lismore, Mull, Iona, Coll and Tiree.

Apart from the stunning scenery, there are many activities on offer - waterpsorts, walking, challenging mountain climbing, golfing (eg. at Machrihanish at the Mull of Kintyre), mountain biking, horse riding and many more.  Even if you are not into sailing, it is interesting to watch yachts navigate the Crinan Canal near Lochgilphead.  The area is steeped in history, for example, the early Christian settlement at Iona and the prehistoric site at Kilmartin Glen.

Our cottages:

The Croft Loch Long, near Helensburgh Sleeps: 2 (4), Bedrooms: 1

Areas:

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