Large Holiday Mansion Vacation Rental Scotland

078 Converted Mill House, Argyllshire

Sleeps 14+2 Accepts pets

It will be a “yes” from you when you get the “wow” factor in this stunning converted mill with its 80 square metres of living space for you to entertain your family and friends in style.

This is a lovingly restored stone mill house within a courtyard surrounded by 20 acres of grounds in a stunning west coast setting. Built in the late 19th century, it was converted in 2008 to form a separate stylish holiday house, complete with under-floor heating.

Beautifully decorated, retaining feature original stone walls which add to the unique charm, this holiday house offers delightful accommodation. Stepping into the main open plan living space, the full 80 square metres of space takes your breath away. Housing a modern and well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, a dining area with table that seats up to 14 people and sumptuous living space, it really is the hub of the house. A playroom and utility room are next door. All of the accommodation is situated on the level above, with a selection of double rooms and bunk rooms. In addition, there is a sauna, whilst a hot tub (charged as extra) can be found outside. Nearby, is a communal indoor swimming pool, a communal games room with table tennis table and a communal tennis court, which is shared with two further holiday houses. Adjoining to this L-shaped building is one of these holiday houses, which can be rented together or separately. Although they are adjacent to each other and form two sides of a courtyard, each house has a separate aspect and patio area. With breathtaking scenery, the area is famed for its mountain backdrop and coastal landscapes and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and family holidays.

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA
Glendaruel is in the heart of the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and it is a place to unwind and relax, with an opportunity to explore this “undiscovered peninsula” and the surrounding islands. Fishing is very popular, with the opportunity for fly fishing for salmon and sea trout on the River Ruel, with fishing permits available locally for the river and the local lochs. Horse-riding, sailing and other watersports are just a few miles away at Portavadie Marina and Colintraive. Only two hours from Glasgow, it is the perfect place to relax, walk and enjoy the beautiful landscape and the wildlife.

At a glance

Sleeps: 14+2
7 bedrooms
3 bathrooms

Books:
Saturday - Saturday

Travel:
Dunoon 17 miles
Glasgow 42 miles

Price (per week):
£1,795 to £5,272

Accommodation

Ground floor - Entrance directly into living space, which is 80 square metres and includes fully equipped kitchen with table that seats 8 people, a dining area with dining table that seats 14 people, and a lounge area with widescreen TV with full Sky Plus package and DVD player, and stairs to floor above; utility room; w.c; playroom/TV room with widescreen TV and DVD player.

First floor - Main stairs; secondary sitting room, with French Windows, which opens out to a patio area; bathroom, with corner spa bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; double room, with wash hand basin; double room, with wash hand basin; box room, with double bed (not included within advertised numbers, but available for use if required); family bedroom, with double bed, and single bunk bed above this bed (not included within advertised numbers, but available for use if required), with set of bunk beds for 2 children; sauna room; bathroom, with roll top bath and separate shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin; double room with wash hand basin; bathroom, with corner spa bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; double room with wash hand basin; box room, with single bed (not included within advertised numbers, but available for use if required); double room with wash hand basin; master room with king size double bed, with wash hand basin, and pull-out trundle bed (not included within advertised numbers, but available for use if required).

6 double bedroom/s with shared bathroom

1 Family Room shared Bathroom

Features

Additional Accommodation

Communal Indoor Heated Pool

7-seater Hot Tub - charged as extra

Games Room with Pool Table

Indoor Swimming Pool

Playroom

Tennis Court

Trampoline

Underfloor heating

Wireless Broadband

Facilities and Services Linen; towels; and electricity are included within the rental.

2 dishwashers

8 ring ceramic hob and double oven

CD Player

Central Heating

DVD Player

Extra freezer

Extra fridge

Highchair

Microwave

Satellite TV

Telephone with Honesty System

US Style Fridge/Freezer

TV has full Sky Plus package

Please note that whilst bookings in the summer months are generally Satuday to Saturday, the rest of the year is FRIDAY to FRIDAY, or by arrangement.

Local activities & area

Fishing available

Kilmodan Sculptured Stones

Sailing

Kyles of Bute

Island of Bute

Golf at Kyles of Bute or Dunoon

Botanic Gardens

Glenfinart Deer Farm

Loch Fyne Oyster Centre

Area: Central Scotland/Strathclyde, Type of Location: Private Estate, Nearest shop: 2 miles, Nearest supermarket: 17 miles, Nearest pub: 2 miles.

Transport

Nearest Airport:

Glasgow 40 miles
Prestwick 60 miles

Use of car hire is essential, to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas. For those flying into Scotland, the closest airports to this property are Glasgow 40 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Glasgow. If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing. An average journey from Glasgow to this property, including the Gourock to Dunoon ferry, which runs 365 days a year and four times an hour in peak times, is likely to take an hour and three-quarter. Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible. The closest train station to the property is Glasgow Queen Street and the sleeper train can be caught from London to this station, which takes approximately nine and a half hours and car hire can be easily arranged for your arrival, requiring only a short drive for the remainder of your journey.