Craobh Haven Cottages - Traditional seaside homes - Craobh Haven

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Craobh Haven, Argyll

Arduaine Garden6 min drive
Kilmartin Glen14 min drive
Oban Ferry Terminal29 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.

Situated right beside the sea, Islay Cottage combines the warmth and comfort of home with wonderful, unspoilt views of many West Coast islands from Jura to Mull. Traditionally built for local character and charm, the cottage has timber beams and an open fireplace built with local stone. Fitted and furnished to an award-winning standard throughout, the cottage is cleaned and cared for every week by the owners.

The open-plan downstairs has a west-facing sitting area with comfy chairs, open fire, digital TV, DVD/video, CD player and free WiFi. The kitchen and dining area is to the rear, with open views to the woods behind. In the kitchen we provide high quality crockery, cutlery, and equipment, including a dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, microwave oven, washing machine and tumble drier.

Upstairs has a west-facing master bedroom with 5ft king-sized bed, fitted wash basin, generous storage and sea views. The twin bedded room has views to the rear. Bath and hand towels, duvets with covers, sheets and pillowcases are all provided.

All electricity, and coal for the open fire, is provided at no extra cost. Well behaved pets are welcome, subject to charges and certain conditions.

The small, friendly village of Craobh Haven (pronounced 'croove', after the Gaelic for a small tree or shrub) lies about 20 miles south of Oban, just north of Ardfern. There are many things to do locally including boat trips, horse riding, bird and sealife spotting and spectacular walks.

Property manager

Matthew Haggis

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Charge of £15 per pet per week.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 230720-000002

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lochgilphead

Located in Lochgilphead, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Carnasserie Castle and Dunadd are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Arduaine Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.

Craobh Haven, Argyll

What's nearby

Arduaine Garden - 6 min drive
Kilmeford Church - 10 min drive
Kilmartin Glen - 14 min drive
Oban Distillery - 29 min drive
Oban Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive

Getting around

Oban Connel Ferry Station - 32 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

Room at the Top - 10 min drive
Lorne Inn - 9 min drive
The Shower of Herring - 12 min drive
Kilmartin Museum Cafe - 12 min drive
Lord of the Isles - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely waterfront cottage with stunning sea views and log fire. located?

This Lochgilphead cottage is on the beach, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Arduaine Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kilmeford Church and Carnasserie Castle. Loch Ederline and Loch a' Choire are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

18 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September stay at Jura Cottage Croabh Haven

Croabh Haven was a really lovely location, with wonderful loch views, and the cottage was beautifully furnished, and very well equipped. Matthew the owner had set the fire ready for our arrival which was a great touch, especially as we arrived on a wet evening! the ret of the week's weather was in fact lovely, with rain limited mostly to night time. The sunsets in front of the cottage are quite spectacular! Definitely planning a return visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

29 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First holiday since lockdown 2020!

Excellent service from initial enquiry to leaving at the end of our weeks stay. Warm, well equipped cottage in a stunning peaceful location. Would highly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B.

21 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful adventure

As a family if 4 (2 under 9!), it is always a challenge finding a holiday that will engage and suits us all - this one certainly did that. The cottage was extremely welcoming and clean and the beds - oh so comfortable! A fire was already set in the hearth when we arrived, just needing a match - this was a lovely touch. The view was amazing, so lovely to sip wine whilst watching the sun set in the harbour. Lots to do too, we took a boat trip with Duncan, (highly recommend), spent much time in Inveraray, (castle and jail a must), lots of walking and even managed to take a day trip to the Isle of Mull. We left with a thirst for more. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Henning D.

10 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöne,ruhige und saubere Unterkunft

Saubere und gut ausgestattete Unterkunft, gemütliche Atmosphäre mit Kamin. Sehr ruhige und landschaftlich wunderschöne Lage mit Blick auf den kleinen Hafen und vorgelagerte Inseln. Ein gutes Restaurant mit kleinem Laden für die nötigsten Dinge direkt im Ort, ebenso eine Teestube. Für einen ruhigen erholsamen Urlaub sowie sportliche Aktivitäten sehr zu empfehlen.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

26 July 2018

Everything you could hope for

A really lovely cottage in a great location, with amazing views. Really well equipped - and so clean! Couldn't have been more comfortable, and loved all the little touches that made it feel like home - our home, not someone else's! Lots to do in the area, and so a great base for exploring.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Haggis

Matthew Haggis and Alison Hampton have owned and operated Islay Cottage since 1982, always maintaining it at an independently quality assured 4 Star standard. We love self-catering, and we love the west coast of Argyll.

Why they chose this property

Craobh Haven is a special place, with seemingly uniquely relaxing properties. People comment on how well they sleep there, how quiet and recuperative it it. They like the comfort and ease of the cottage, and often talk about the 'little touches' that make the cottage welcoming and, well, what it is!

What makes this property unique

Our guests mainly talk about the amazing views from the front windows (or when sitting on the wooden bench outside, sipping a local whisky on a summer's evening!) This is directly West, overlooking a scattering of Hebridean islands, which have the effect of breaking up the sea view and making for fantastic sunsets.

Many also mention the great walking form straight out the back door, and the huge variety of wildlife - from seals to red squirrels to herons to deer to sea-eagles - that can be spotted just out the window, or a short walk away.