Guests say
Ardchattan Manse is a well-loved property praised for its stunning location, spaciousness, and comfort. Guests enjoyed the beautiful gardens, wildlife, and the loch views, making it ideal for family gatherings. The house's charm and the peaceful environment contribute to a delightful stay.
The property was generally found to be clean, though some guests noted the kitchen floor, bin, and certain kitchenware needed attention upon arrival. The vacuum cleaner bag was also reported as full, suggesting occasional oversights in cleaning.
The location is consistently described as stunning, peaceful, and idyllic, with spectacular views over the loch and abundant wildlife. It's a private retreat that guests found perfect for relaxation and family activities.
The house is described as comfortable and spacious, suitable for large groups and multiple generations. Some minor issues were noted with a smaller bedroom and the need for more modernisation, but overall, the property provided a comfortable stay.
The property is well-equipped, though some guests mentioned lacking items such as a good frying pan and oven gloves. The games room floor was also reported to need sealing. Despite these points, the facilities generally met guests' needs.
Guests appreciated the thoughtful touches like beach towels, logs for the fire, and kitchen extras. While these gestures enhance the experience, it's important to note that such amenities may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Connel 6.2 miles. Offering its guests the best of both worlds – a real sense of history and character but at the same all the mod cons any discerning holiday maker would expect – Ardchattan, Loch Etive, near Oban really does tick all the boxes and is the perfect destination for large families or gatherings. Dating back to the late 18th century, the house overlooks Loch Etive and sits in around three acres of delightful grounds. Inside it offers traditional accommodation from the feature open fireplace and shuttered windows of the sitting room to the wood panelling and original fireplace in the bedroom. The living space is cleverly divided up so the sitting room offers a warm and inviting area to chill out, relax, chat with family and friends and enjoy the panoramic views from the windows, while the snug provides a cosier space with a TV and woodburning stove. There is a fantastic open-plan kitchen which opens onto the fabulous outside terrace so that once you have prepared a sumptuous meal using the state-of-the-art facilities in the kitchen you can step outside, sit down and eat whilst taking in the gorgeous views. Or for a more formal dining setting check out the impressive original dining room and with seating for 12 people you can cater for even the most fancy of dinner parties! One thing there is no shortage of at Ardchattan is bedrooms with a ground-floor twin with en-suite to a number of twin bedrooms upstairs and even a super-king with en-suite facilities. There are three en-suites as well as a family bathroom which completes the first-floor space. Children will delight in running around the safe but expansive gardens whilst the grown-ups can sit back and relax on the outside seating area and really soak up those stunning views over Loch Etive. You might find it hard to leave the house but there is so much to see and do in the area it would be a shame not to. You don’t have to go far to enjoy some superb fishing opportunities from sea trout fishing on Loch Etive to salmon fishing on River Awe. There are three private beaches surrounding the house and there is a launching area for small boats with boats available to hire from Oban. If messing about on the loch isn’t your thing then why not head off for a round of golf at any one of the number of courses available locally including Oban, Taynuilt, Isle of Seil, Dalmally and Lochgilphead? Oban is only a short drive away and from Oban you can take a boat to anywhere within the Inner and Outer Hebrides so the world is your oyster! Ardchattan Manse is perfectly positioned for the exploration and enjoyment of the Glorious Gardens of Argyll - a haven for avid gardeners and plant lovers.For more information on this you can view the property page on instagram: ardchattan_manse. With its idyllic setting, Ardchattan promises to deliver its guests a holiday to remember for a very long time.
The bustling town of Oban rests amidst the picturesque hills surrounding Oban Bay, on the stunning west coast of Scotland and offers an abundance of bars and restaurants catering for all tastes and budgets. The town's beautiful streets are awash with a wide choice of shops and boutiques, whilst the Oban Distillery is easily accessible occupying a central position within the town centre. Take a trip to the Scottish Sealife Sanctuary situated on Loch Creran, offering crystal clear waters inhabited by a variety of enchanting marine creatures. The tiny Isle of Lismore is just a short ferry ride away, boasting a wealth of wild flowers and home to 130 differing species of birdlife, whilst the Isles of Mull and Iona are a great location for a day trip. An ideal base for a unique and unforgettable holiday.
Accommodation
Six bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin, ground floor WC, ground floor shower room with a basin, 2 x twins with en-suites with walk-in showers, basins and WCs, 2 x twins, 1 x super-king with en-suite with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Two kitchens.
Sitting room with open fire.
Snug/office with woodburning stove.
Dining room.
Utility
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, food processor.
Two Freeview HD TVs, WiFi, selection of games and books, table tennis table.
Fuel, power and logs for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot.
Parking for 4 cars.
Secure gardens to three sides with lawns, outdoor storage area, garden seating and tables for 12 people.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 7.2 miles, pub 6.4 miles.
Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.
Please Note: This property only accepts weekly bookings from Saturday- Saturday.
Reviews (10)
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Philip
Beautiful setting....Fantastic house and facilities....we were there as a family of 10 and everyone had enough space to do what they wished. We did play lots of family games which was great fun instead of watching tv. I would ask however that the games room floor could be sealed....the kids did come in covered in concrete dust after table tennis. However fantastic holiday and we do hope to return.
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Maureen
The setting could not have been better and we loved the garden, the views and private access to the water. Our group had 2 small children and they loved the secure garden and we were able to keep an eye on them from the comfort of the outside seating. Perfect. The interior was comfortable and 'lived in' which we liked as we could relax and enjoy the house as we felt at home. The annex meant we had 2 family spaces with separate kitchens which suited our needs. In all we loved our time there and would definitely consider returning.
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Christine
I would be delighted to return. We did have a problem with the water supply(private) which was problematic through no fault of the owners. They responded promptly to our contact and did their best to resolve it as soon as they could, including calling in engineers from far afield. I hope to go back soon!