Four Star & Five Quality Scottish Bed and Breakfast Homes in Argyll and Loch Lomond

Members on this page offer B&B accommodation in and around:
Oban (3) - Loch Lomond (3) - Helensburgh (1) - Isle of Arran (1)

Please note that double/twin room prices are per person per night based on two persons sharing. To make enquiries or bookings, please contact the proprietor direct via phone, fax or email as detailed on the relevant entry. If you are outside the UK, first dial the appropriate international dialing code for your country (011 from the States for example), then dial 44 and omit the initial 0 of the number given in these pages, before dialing the remaining digits.

Loch Etive

The road south along Loch Linnhe, leads to Oban, a popular tourist destination set in magnificent scenery and with good access to Loch Awe, Loch Etive and Loch Fyne. Oban is the starting point for ferries to several islands, including Mull.

The harbour at Oban

Mull's main centre, Tobermory, is set around the bay, lined by colourful 18th century houses. A Spanish Galleon, the Florencia, part of the Armada fleet, put into the bay after the destruction of the Armada in 1588. The galleon blew up, or was blown up by treachery, and sank with the loss of 350 men. Her reputed cargo of treasure sank with her and has never been recovered despite many attempts.

From Oban the road winds south through Lochgilphead, along Loch Fyne and then down to Campbeltown, almost at the tip of the Kintyre peninsula. Near the head of Loch Fyne is the imposing Inveraray Castle, not far past Crarae Gardens famous for its rhododendrons and azaleas. Throughout this area are numerous well known gardens in addition to Crarae: Arduaine; Younger Botanic Gardens; Ardmaddy Castle; Kilmory Woodland Park and others.

East of Oban, after Connel, the road leads through the Pass of Brander then past Kilchurn Castle at the head of Loch Awe. Turn south at Tyndrum, and then at Crianlarich, towards Loch Lomond and its 'Bonny Banks'. This area is Scotland's first National Park with a new visitor centre on the banks of the loch.

A few miles from Loch Lomond on the north side of the Clyde estuary with lovely views is Helensburgh, birthplace of John Logie Baird, inventor of television. On the line of the 350 million year old Highland Boundary Fault, Helensburgh is technically in the Lowlands although just a short distance away are the much older rocks of the Highlands. Hill House, designed by the renowned Glasgow architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and built in 1902-3, is open to the public. More of Mackintosh's work can be seen in Glasgow itself - the Willow Tearooms on Sauchiehall Street and the Art School on Garnet Hill for example.

Only a short trip from Glasgow is the Isle of Bute. This picturesque island is about 15 miles long and less than 5 miles wide. Once a popular holiday destination during Victorian times, Bute still has much to offer with hills in the north, lots of sandy beaches, ruined chapels and forts, yachting, fishing, golf, etc. The gardens here benefit from the Gulf Stream which gives the island a mild climate enabling palm trees and other exotic plants to grow here. One of the main visitor attractions is the spectacular Mount Stuart House with its Gothic architecture and sumptuous interiors.

Further south down the coast of Ayrshire, with views across to Bute and Kintyre, is Ardrossan from where the ferry leaves for the Isle of Arran. Despite its small area (about 20 miles x 10 miles), the island is considered as 'Scotland in miniature' for its variety of scenery and sights. These include Brodick castle, a distillery, forests, mountains, waterfalls, beaches, standing stones, etc. Arran's highest point is Goat Fell at 2866 feet high.

INVERCAIRN
Mrs Margaret MacPherson
Musdale Road - Kilmore - By Oban PA34 4XX
Tel/Fax: 01631 770301
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2 double (en suite) 1 twin (en suite) Open April - Sept B&B 23 - 26 Pounds Sterling

Beautiful rural location, set in a picturesque Highland glen, yet only a short drive from busy Oban - gateway to Mull, Iona and Staffa. Within easy reach of Arduaine Gardens and the Atlantic Bridge. Many guests return year after year to enjoy our comfortable home and warm Scottish hospitality. Ample safe parking. Scotland's Best certificate

LA CALA
Mrs Mairi Jackson
Ganavan Road - Oban PA34 5TU
Tel: / Fax: 01631 562741
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1 double (en suite) 1 double (priv.facs) 1 single Open March - September B&B 28 - 32 Pounds Sterling

Tastefully appointed Georgian-style home set in pleasant gardens. Beautiful situation by the sea, with breath-taking panoramic views of the islands. 1 deluxe en suite double. 1 single and 1 standard double available together for party of three sharing private bathroom. Animal free house

BLARCREEN
Johanna & Bruce Lace-De Vere
Ardchattan - By Oban PA37 1RG
Tel/Fax: 01631 750272
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2 kingsize double (en suite) 1 double/twin (en suite) Open March - Dec B&B 33.50 - 42.50 Pounds Sterling D, B&B 48.50 - 59.50 Pounds Sterling

Substantial Victorian farmhouse on Loch Etive. Stunning location and views; tranquil setting; warm, spacious; comfortable. Log fires and long, lazy evenings. Friendly welcome, farmhouse cooking. Licensed. Lovely gardens. Ideal for hill walking, touring. Wonderful bird life. Taste of Scotland award. Oban 11 miles. Animal free house Scotland's Best certificate and Taste of Scotland

LOMOND VIEW COUNTRY HOUSE
Grace & George Brown
Tarbet - Loch Lomond G83 7DG
Tel: / Fax: 01301 702 477
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2 double (en suite) 1 twin (en suite) Open Jan-Dec B&B from from 27.50 Pounds Sterling

A warm friendly welcome is assured at our home on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, with magnificent scenery and panoramic views from all bedrooms. Our home is an ideal touring base and is great for stress free and romantic breaks. Animal free house Scotland's Best certificate

ARDOCH COTTAGE
Mabel and Paul Lindsay
Main Street - Gartocharn - Loch Lomond G83 8NE
Tel: 01389 830452 / Fax: 01389 830452
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2 double (en suite) 1 twin (en suite) Open Jan - Dec B&B 25 - 28 Pounds Sterling Dinner, B&B 45 - 48 Pounds Sterling

18th century toll cottage providing luxury accommodation overlooking farmland to Ben Lomond. Guests private lounge with crackling log fire. Edinburgh, Trossachs, Stirling all within easy reach. Glasgow International Airport 25 mins. Drive. Business Excellence Award winners 1997 and 1998. Dogs accepted by arrangement

WATERS EDGE COTTAGE
Colleen & Donald Robertson
Duck Bay - Arden - Luss - Loch Lomond G33 8QZ
Tel: 01389 850629
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3 double (en suite) Open Jan - Dec B&B from 27.50 Pounds Sterling

Victorian lochside cottage, quaint and charming, furnished with antiques and curios. Imaginatively decorated rooms. Delicious breakfasts and stunning views , together with an air of peaceful tranquillity, guarantee a romantic and relaxing visit. Stroll to quality restaurants. International golf course nearby.

LETHAMHILL
Jane and Douglas Johnston
20 West Dhuhill Drive - Helensburgh G84 9AW
Tel: 01436 676016 / Fax: 01436 676016
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2 double (en suite) 1 twin (en suite) Open Jan - Dec B&B from 25 Pounds Sterling

'Lethamhill' by John Burnett is a grade B Listed Building situated in Helensburgh - birthplace of John Logie Baird. Spacious en suite bedrooms have views of the Clyde estuary. Close to Charles Rennie Mackintosh's 'Hillhouse', the West Highland Line, P.S. Waverley sailings, golf, fishing, Loch Lomond. Glasgow 30 minute drive. Scotland's Best certificate

THE SHORE
Alison Thompson
Lamlash - Isle of Arran KA27 8JY
Tel / Fax: 01770 600764
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1 double (en suite) 1 twin (en suite) 1 double (priv.facs) Open March - November B&B from 25 Pounds Sterling

Scandinavian home on the shores of Lamlash Bay on the beautiful Isle of Arran - 'Scotland in Miniature'. Walking; exploring; wildlife; or just relaxing, after special breakfasts served in our lovely room overlooking the sea and Holy Isle.

To make enquiries or bookings, please contact the proprietor direct via phone, fax or email as detailed on the relevant entry. If you are outside the UK, first dial the appropriate international dialing code for your country (011 from the States for example), then dial 44 and omit the initial 0 of the number given in these pages, before dialing the remaining digits.

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