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In the heart of the pretty little fishing village of Port Appin in Argyll is Lemara, a charming retreat that is well placed for accessing local amenities and is set amidst some of the west coast’s most captivating scenery.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
| Licence No: AR00371F |
As the open plan living area has a wood-burning stove it is a great place to gather together for meals or simply relaxing and taking in the nice cosy atmosphere. The comfy seating by the stove is great for toasting one’s toes after day’s spent out and about and the room leads through to a bright sunroom. There are TVs in both the open plan living area and the sunroom, so all viewing tastes can be catered for.
A delightful touch of luxury can be found in the master bedroom which has been dressed in soothing tones throughout. As well as having a handy dressing table and a super king-size bed there is also a free-standing, rolltop bath in the room to enjoy a good long soak in.
Both the master bedroom and other attractive double bedroom make use of a lovely modern shower room with a walk-in shower.
The patio area to the front of the house has seating for al fresco meals and the sea can even be seen whilst eating. Private, off road parking is provided and there is an enclosed grassed garden area alongside.
For a small village, Port Appin is well catered for with a grocery shop just a couple of minutes’ walk away and two excellent hotel restaurants in easy walking distance.
The Airds Hotel offers cream teas and gourmet dining, while the Pier House Hotel has a bar stocked with a good range of whiskies and gins and a menu that features lots of fresh, local seafood.
The passenger ferry heads over to the Isle of Lismore from the pier just along the road so it is ideal for popping over for a day trip to explore the Pictish heritage of the fascinating island. It only takes 15 minutes to get over to Point at the north of the island and bikes can be taken on board. Wildlife abounds all around with the chance to see seals and various seabirds and there is also a café that makes a good stop off.
One of Scotland’s most iconic sights can be found under 10 minutes’ drive away from the house. Castle Stalker (3.5 miles) dates back to the mid-15th century and sits on its own island on Loch Laich which is an inlet of Loch Linnhe. Photography enthusiasts will appreciate capturing the castle’s evocative beauty and private tours can be arranged for a proper insight into what castle life would have been like.
Oban (19 miles) is certainly worth a visit for supermarket shopping, trying out some canoeing or sea kayaking or playing a round of golf on the 18 hole course at the Glencruitten Golf Club. Oban is a hub for ferry trips out to some of the farther flung islands so further day trips are easily possible.
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 (ground-floor):
Sitting/dining room/kitchen with wood-burning stove, TV, electric oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dog crate etc
Sun room with TV
Double bedroom (super king-size) with bath (two steps down)
Double bedroom with small double bed
Shower room with WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (first £45 INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large dog, 2 medium dogs or 2 small dogs). 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).
From 20/02/2026 to 23/02/2026
From 13/02/2026 to 16/02/2026
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 16/05/2025 to 19/05/2025
From 30/05/2025 to 02/06/2025
From 03/04/2026 to 06/04/2026
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 20/12/2025 to 23/12/2025
From 27/12/0001 to 30/12/9999
From 09/05/2025 to 12/05/2025
From 23/05/2025 to 26/05/2025
From 06/06/2025 to 09/06/2025
Changeover Day: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 |
| 02 May 2025 - 22 May 2025 | £750.00 |
| 23 May 2025 - 29 May 2025 | £850.00 |
| 30 May 2025 - 26 Jun 2025 | £750.00 |
| 27 Jun 2025 - 17 Jul 2025 | £850.00 |
| 18 Jul 2025 - 28 Aug 2025 | £895.00 |
| 29 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 | £750.00 |
| 12 Sep 2025 - 02 Oct 2025 | £650.00 |
| 03 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 2025 | £750.00 |
| 24 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 | £550.00 |
| 19 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £850.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £850.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | 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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Nice little cottage and good location. Dog friendly but not dog-tired as other accommodation often is - this was comfor...
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We had a wonderful stay at Lemara. I was slightly concerned that it may be a bit small for a family of 4 with 2 dogs how...
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Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that Lemara exceeded your expectations and provided a ...
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Excellent accommodation in every aspect, very clean and ticked all the boxes. Great location.
One minor issue -‘if...
Beautiful and comfortable cottage with a nice large bed. 4 stars because the property could have been cleaner.
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