Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms - Dunoon

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

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Pet-friendly

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Fireplace

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Dunoon, Argyll and Bute Council

Holy Loch Marina7 min drive
Puck's Glenn10 min drive
Dunoon Ferry Terminal11 min drive
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ardmun House is a charming 1850's self-catering holiday home nestled in the picturesque village of Kilmun. Located on the shore front with incredible views over the Holy Loch.

A fusion of country cottage charm traditional furnishings with vibrant décor creates a warm & nostalgic atmosphere. Featuring a conservatory with a large dining table seating 8-10 people and living area to relax and soak up the views. This room will prove a favourite spot for sitting with a fresh coffee and the weekend paper.

The formal living room is bright and cosy with a wood burning fire and comfortable couches, perfect with a good book on those cold winter nights. There is a further casual living area with a wood burning fire and a couch that can convert into a sofa bed. Ideal for guests unable to use stairs. Downstairs features a second bathroom with shower.

From the entry hall the original stone staircase leads you upstairs to the four comfortable bedrooms. The Master bedroom features features a double bed, with loch views, a further double bedroom with loch views and two separate single bedrooms. Adjacent is a family bathroom with a bath and toilet.

The country kitchen includes all your modern cooking amenities, featuring an American-style fridge and 5 burner stove. There is a separate laundry area with a washing machine, and tumble dryer, plus storage for fishing gear and outdoor furniture.

Please note the property is accessed by 25 steps through the terrace garden. Not suited for guests with mobility issues.

This welcoming home is in a desirable location which boasts breathtaking sea and hill views during every season. A perfect location for walkers, fishing and exploring the spectacular Cowal Peninsula. The town of Dunoon is within easy reach and has a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants.

Local attractions include Benmore Botanic Gardens, Pucks Glen and the Kilmun Mausoleum. For adventure activities includes cycling, golf, quad biking and a range of watersports.

The nearest pub and convenience store is only a 10 minute walk away. Dunoon town centre is only 7 miles from the cottage with an array of restaurants, shops, cafes and pubs. Closeby is the historic Kilmun Mausoleum, Benmore Botanic Gardens, Kilmun Arboretum and Pucks Glen.

For a day out exploring further afield visit the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Argyll's Secret Coast, the Isle of Bute, and historic Inveraray. It's also an easy day trip to Oban, one of the seafood capitals of Scotland. The region is filled with places to see and things to do. The area is one big outdoor playground. Take your pick from walking, cycling, sailing, fishing, golfing and more.

Dogs Welcome: Pets are welcome, maximum one, but rules apply and must remain downstairs. Fees apply.

Property manager

Mr Iain Fleming

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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dunoon

Located in Dunoon, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Castle House Museum and Newark Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Puck's Glenn and Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub. Benmore Botanic Garden and Quadmania are also worth visiting.

Dunoon, Argyll and Bute Council

What's nearby

Benmore Botanic Garden - 4 min drive
Holy Loch Marina - 7 min drive
Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive
Puck's Glenn - 10 min drive
Dunoon Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive

Getting around

Dunoon Station - 15 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

Swallow Cafe - 11 min drive
Cafe at Kilcreggan - 71 min drive
Ingrams Bar - 11 min drive
Cafe Continental - 39 min drive
Flava Coffee Co - 40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ardmun House - waterfront villa that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Puck's Glenn and Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub. Benmore Botanic Garden and Loch Long are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.4/10

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8.8/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Olivia P.

5 August 2023

Summer 2023 visit to Ardmun

This was our second visit to Ardmun and again we were extremely happy with our stay. Ardmun is in a beautiful setting - overlooking the water and surrounded by the sounds of nature. We have very busy jobs, so this is our escape, our chance to unwind. Sitting outside and taking in the views is amazing. The house is very comfortable, it has absolutely everything that you need - a real home from home, We were sad to leave - we enjoyed every minute of our stay at Ardmun.

10/10 Excellent

MARIA B.

21 July 2023

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Super !

La location est super bien située. Elle est super bien équipée. On s’y sent comme à la maison. La vue est magnifique.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Olivia P.

17 August 2022

A great find - Ardmun House

For the last 6 years we have spent some of our summer vacation in the Cowall Penninsula and I always spend some time looking for the best place to stay. Ardmun House was a great find - the location is an ideal base for visiting so many different places and the house has everything that you need - a real home from home. The property is fully fenced and was therefore safe to let the grandson and dogs enjoy the outside space as we enjoyed the view of the water and beautiful scenery. Superb property.

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10/10 Excellent

2 July 2022

Clean Comfortable and Quiet.

Ardmun house was so homely and in fantastic surroundings, the family loved it. The Benmore Botanical gardens was so stunning, and only ten mins away.

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6/10 Okay

GINA S.

2 November 2021

A lot of problems and poor cleaning

I have stayed in the surrounding Dunoon area for many years, Ardmun House was the most disappointing property we have stayed in . On arrival after a very long drive with children and a dog, we found the parking arrangements were not as expected. Having passed the house during the summer, I noticed there appeared to be only on-road parking and emailed the letting agent. I still have the reply which states there is parking at the rear of the property. The problem is the lane is very narrow, I have a small car but due to neighbours putting a shelter across the middle section of the road it was impossible to drive down. There is a further problem as there is a boat in Ardmun's back garden so near the gate its impossible to park or reverse. This mean't there was only on road parking. The road is very busy, with buses throughout the day and although the speed limit is 30mph a great many cars ignore this driving much faster. Unpacking the car was a nightmare in the rain. The house is reached by three lots of fairly steep, very slippery in the rain, steps, There is no hand rail for the top steps. We found there was also no light at night, the lighting only comes on once the middle section is reached. I tripped up twice, have a massive bruise on my arm because of this. Its not unreasonable to what to go out at night but the choice is the dark, handrailless steps or the dark lane at the back of the house. The washing machine and dryer are in a defunct garage (its not accessable by car) at the back of the house, the outside light was not working, so at night its pitch black. On arrival my youngest son tripped carrying his duvet up the steps, I struggled to find the garage keys and then to open the door (it has 4 key holes but only 2 work). Inside I found both washer and dryer so dirty, I had to clean them before I could use them. Inside the house, I found there was no toilet paper at all, all the pans had been put on the ceiling rack dirty, the dish washer was dirty, the bedding in the small double bedroom had black curly (probably dog) hairs on it, dirty towels and bath mat in the bathroom and a hole in the main bedroom ceiling where a light had been removed. I spent Saturday evening cleaning and washing bedding, hardly a great start to a long awaited holiday. I had actually originally booked for Easter but due to covid19 had to rebook for October half term. That meant the fully payment had been paid since the end of March. I called the owner, who told me her usual cleaner was on holiday, however, I do not feel the amount of dust everywhere reflects the cleaner being away for a week.My middle son, who has asthma, decided to go home on the Sunday with his older brother. I drove them to Glasgow to get the train home. I left a message with the cottage letting company on Sunday and called again on the Wednesday morning, because, the discription of the house was not correct. In the discription when I booked and it was still the same when I checked yesterday (1st Nov 21) it states, there is a walk in shower in the upstairs bathroom, this is not true. There is a shower (its not walk in) in the downstairs small cloakroom which has a single outward opening door in the corner of the sittingroom. In the main bedroom there is a king size bed not as expected as a four poster bed is shown in the photo's. There is no television either. The wardrobe has been damaged by a previous guest a while ago so it is now just a wooden frame.The room is very different to the photo's on the letting website, it was very disappointing. In the pink sittingroom there was a mattress behind the sofa and a large chain affair behind a chair. We did not use this room at all because it had a very musty smell. The kitchen is very well equipped and had a very good range but this was spoiled by the dirty pans, open food left in the top cupboard, the dirty dishwasher and microwave. I have never had to clean so many different appliances in a holiday cottage ever. I feel very upset and disappointed. Two of the bedrooms are very small, which was made clear, however, one had a bed with broken drawers and there was a great deal of dust everywhere. The stairs are really dangerous, they are made from some sort of concrete or stone and very slippery. At the top there are half and uneven steps to the bathroom and to the corridor to the bedrooms. I constantly worried about my children slipping. The small double was as very nice room, apart from the hairs on the duvet and pillows. The conservatory doubles as the dining room, the ceiling in this room has a half completed repair. The view from this room is amazing. Beautiful view of Holy Loch. Ardmun House could be beautiful if the issues were sorted out and it had a deep clean to remove all the dust. Its a real shame. We left on early on the Friday night and were happy to leave. We packed the car at 4pm in the daylight and drove the car to the beach to walk the dog loaded up to avoid having to pack by the road in the dark. The weather was very wet all week, but we felt the house was so unwelcoming we went out as much as possible, even driving two hours to Oban in the rain. Kilmun has a beautiful, historic church, and its only about 8 miles from Dunoon. We visited Bute, Inveraray, Oban, and several great shingle beaches. The area is great for walking, sailing and cycling. Our dog loved the beaches. We have already booked a different cottage (one we have stayed in several times before) in the Summer, and hope to visit Kilmun but not Ardmun House again. I took photographs of all the issues listed and am currently considering contacting the tourist board about the safety aspects. While I appreciate things might change, I feel major differences such as not having a four poster bed needed to be advised, along with the parking issue.