Welcome to Garden Cottage, a charmingly renovated stone cottage laid out in a single, accessible ground-floor layout designed for family comfort and flexibility. Guests can enjoy straightforward access, a practical layout, and all the leisure facilities of the estate including a games cottage, tennis court and football pitch. The entire cottage and has been designed to be as accessible as possible for guests with limited mobility.
It is often booked for just two adults, but we do allow parties of up to six or even eight. There is one main bedroom sleeping three and two additional box-style alcove areas (one off the bed-sitting room and one opposite the bathroom), plus a sofabed as well. For comfort, maximum adult occupancy is normally set at four. The bathroom sits between the living room and bedroom where you will find a wheel-chair accessible wet / shower room.
There is plenty to keep adults, teenagers, and children active on the estate, with the games cottage featuring table tennis and pool tables, plus a dart board, and you'll also find a sunken trampoline, a range of bicycles, and acres of woodland to explore, as well the tennis court and football pitch. The estate sits under a mile from the top of Loch Riddon in the Kyles of Bute, surrounded by scenery suited to walking, cycling, swimming, sailing, fishing, riding, stalking, and golf.
Just about 10 meters from The Mill House and from The Old Barn, the Garden Cottage sits just above the pretty tributary of the river Ruel that runs through the estate. It is often booked as additional overflow accommodation for either property or for Ormidale House. It can also be booked on its own, though it should be noted that it only has a fairly small dedicated private garden space, and that Wi-Fi reception can be patchy indoors. The cottage relies on Wi-Fi signals from the other houses or mobile networks, so if you depend on reliable streaming for work, this may not be the best fit.
There is plenty to keep adults, teenagers, and children active on the 22 acres estate, including a tennis court, a football pitch, a sunken trampoline, a range of bicycles, and acres of woodland to explore. The estate sits less than a mile from the top of Loch Riddon in the Kyles of Bute, surrounded by year-round gorgeous scenery and a perfect base for walking, cycling, swimming, sailing, fishing, riding, stalking, and golf. A huge variety of birdlife, red squirrels and deer are amongst your fellow residents, and the night skies are utterly spectacular.
Ormidale, in Glendaruel on the Cowal peninsula, is a stunningly beautiful coastal area with wooded hills, beaches, lochs, islands and open countryside. The location is perfect for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities or just exploring the wild natural landscape, but still gives easy access to the nearby historic towns of Dunoon, Rothesay, and Inverary. Loch Lomond is a stunning 35 minute drive away. The adjacent village of Colintraive provides quick ferry access to the Isle of Bute, while the ferries from Portavadie will take you across to Tarbert, the Mull of Kintyre, Campbeltown and the islands beyond.
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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
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About the area
Colintraive
Located in Colintraive, this cottage is in a rural area. Dunans Castle and New Castle Lachlan are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kyles of Bute Golf Club and Holy Loch Marina. Benmore Botanic Garden and Bute Museum are also worth visiting.
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Garden Cottage at Ormidale House?
As of 31 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Cottage at Ormidale House on 10 April 2026 start from NZ$390, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Garden Cottage at Ormidale House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garden Cottage at Ormidale House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garden Cottage at Ormidale House located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Heritage Centre, Tighnabruaich Pier and Dunans Castle. Colintraive Heritage Centre and Kyles of Bute Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
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