Peaceful cottage in stunning rural Argyll | Cottage in Glendaruel

10.0 (31 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Tighnabruaich Cottage | Peaceful cottage in stunning rural Argyll

1 Bedroom Cottage in Tighnabruaich, Glendaruel

Craig Cottage bothy offers ideal accommodation for relaxing breaks and outdoors adventures, just over two hours’ drive from Glasgow. With space for four people and a well-equipped kitchen, our traditional bothy is the perfect base for exploring the amazing scenery on Argyll’s secret coast, visiting the picturesque village of Tighnabruaich, pampering yourself at the nearby Portavadie Marina Spa, or making the most of the great outdoors.
*Facilities*
Bedroom with twin beds
Living room with memory foam sofa bed
Wood burner stove (wood sold on request)
DVD Player
Kitchen with hob, microwave, halogen oven, washer/dryer
Barbecue
Bathroom with bath and hand shower
Storage heaters
*Nearby*
Secluded area with scenic views (Kyles of Bute National Scenic Area)
Woodland walks
Wildlife including animals, plants and shore birds
Mackerel fishing during the season
Sea loch for swimming, boating, paddle boarding and kayaking
The Cowal Way long-distance walking route (Tighnabruaich 6 miles, 2 hours)
Owners live next door and can help with requests
*In the area*
Tighnabruaich village with shops, cafes, bars, art galleries and restaurants
Many walking routes to suit all levels of fitness
Sailing school, boat trips, bike hire
Historic sites and archaeological features
Spa facilities, beauty and alternative therapies
Fine dining at Portavadie Marina and the award-winning Inver restaurant
Ferries to the Isle of Bute and onwards to Tarbert on Loch Fyne
Fly fishing
*Things to know*
The bothy is in an isolated area and doesn’t have mains water. The tap water can be brown due to peat in the hills above. The tap water is safe but we’ll supply you with drinking water.
There is 4G reception but no reliable internet or wifi at our location.
This is a very peaceful location and not suited to party weekends.
Tariff
£80 per night or £450 per week
*Getting here*
The bothy is on the banks of Loch Riddon. We are about a mile down a secluded track which is signposted for ‘Ormidale Lodge’ on the A8003 (NB Ormidale House is a different property which you will pass on the way). You can drive over the Rest and Be Thankful road and take the turn for Tighnabruaich just before you reach Cairndow, or you can take the Western Ferries boat from McInroy’s Point in Gourock. You can even reach us by public transport by taking the train to Gourock, the CalMac foot ferry to Dunoon and the West Coast Motors bus 478 to the end of our track. Contact us for any more detailed directions.

Peaceful cottage in stunning rural Argyll is located in Tighnabruaich. Peaceful cottage in stunning rural Argyll provides accommodation, featuring Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Ocean View, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Peaceful cottage in stunning rural Argyll has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Tighnabruaich has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Tighnabruaich, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
  • DVD player
General
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In the mountains
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Gyu-hee H.
Jun 8, 2025 10:17:35 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We enjoyed the lovely cottage, very much.
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