Guests say
Garden Cottage offers a peaceful rural retreat in a beautiful, secluded location, ideal for those seeking tranquillity and countryside charm. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, excellent heating, and the open fire, making it especially cosy during colder weather. The cottage is dog-friendly and close to local amenities and scenic walks. Some guests noted areas for improvement, such as cleanliness, maintenance, and draughty windows, but overall, the property provides a comfortable and relaxing base for exploring the area.
Several guests found the cottage fairly clean in most areas, but some reported issues such as lingering pet smells, unwashed pans, and general tidiness concerns. Cleanliness appears to be inconsistent.
The location is frequently praised for its tranquillity, beautiful countryside, and proximity to local amenities and walks. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful and idyllic setting.
Guests found the cottage comfortable, enjoying the spacious rooms, good heating, and cosy open fire. However, some mentioned draughty windows and tired furnishings, which affected overall comfort for a few.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a good kitchen and excellent shower. Some maintenance issues were noted, such as worn furniture and ill-fitting curtains, but the property generally meets guests' needs.
There are no specific mentions of thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts or extras, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
For that idyllic rural escape this pretty cottage is just the ticket, in its own enclosed garden and with acres of parkland to explore..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 32" TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Living room 2: (No TV)
Bedroom 1: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor on ground floor), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included.. Lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. 2,000-acre unspoilt natural grounds and woodland (shared with owner). 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a small pond in the garden and there are slopes and a river in the grounds. Please note: Holidaymakers Only!. Garden Cottage is a stone built, detached Victorian cottage in its own enclosed garden situated on Strachur Park. The cottage is approached by 250 yards of rough farm track that leads from the village of Strachur along an avenue of beeches to the old walled garden, which is no longer in use, and to the fields and woods beyond. The cottage is light and airy and all the rooms look out onto the peaceful parkland.
Strachur is just a short walk away, with a post office/shop, petrol station and two local pubs; Dunoon is a half hour drive and has all main amenities, and there are several good restaurants close by and in nearby Inveraray.
Dating from 1789, and still owned by the original family, Strachur Park comprises lush pasture with avenues and woodlands of mature trees - mostly limes, beeches and Scots firs. Take a stroll on one of the woodland walks with rhododendrons and rare shrubs, as well as nature trails offering an abundance of wild flowers and wildlife. There is also a small river running through the park and a secluded lochan, perfect for a picnic. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
Holidaymakers only.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
There is open water in the property grounds.
Letting Licence No: AR00687F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Inveraray Jail
- Inveraray Castle
- Inveraray Gardens
- Torr a'Chaisteal Fort
Reviews (11)
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Nicola McGeown
Lovely spacious cottage in idyllic location
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage could be a wonderful place - it sits in a secluded corner, very quiet with wonderful old trees around. But it’s tired - the furniture is worn and in places broken (missing handles on dressers, peeling veneer from tables). The doors are drafty and all kinds of garden life comes in - in a week we scooped out tens of millipedes and two snails.Also, it was not clean. When we came in we could still smell the previous tenants’ dog and we had to wash all pans before cooking due to oil and mould. The duvets did not fit the beds or the covers and there were hair elastics on the floor, also not ours.It feels like a missed opportunity for a lovely place.
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Confirmed Guest
This is a beautiful cottage in a lovely area. However it needs some attention which we raised while there. The owner was very understanding and sent an estate worker to look at the problems. They were very happy that we had raised the issues and I am sure they will be rectified.