Guests say
Raglan Cottage is highly praised for its stunning location opposite Loch Long, offering peace, quiet, and ample walking opportunities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped accommodation, generous welcome pack, and responsive hosts. The property boasts beautiful gardens, secure for pets, and is ideal for both families and couples seeking a tranquil retreat with nature and wildlife at their doorstep.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.
The location receives outstanding feedback for its tranquillity, stunning views, and proximity to Loch Long. The convenience of local amenities and the ease of access to Dunoon and other attractions contribute to its high score.
Guests find the cottage spacious and comfortable, with large rooms and a utility room adding to the convenience. The secure garden and the provision of throws for pets also indicate a high level of comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern conveniences and offers a variety of facilities including internet and board games. A temporary issue with the hot water boiler is noted, but the presence of an electric shower mitigates this concern.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, particularly for the outstanding welcome pack provided. While such gifts are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that they are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Nestled in a truly stunning location, this holiday cottage is the perfect location both for guests looking to explore, and those wishing to enjoy the peaceful setting.. This charming Category B-listed holiday cottage is situated only yards from Loch Long and boasts stunning views over the open water. Nestled in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Raglan Cottage is the perfect escape for guests wishing to relish the peace. Sited next to the Argyll Forest, which offers numerous forest tracks, marked walks and cycleways, all easily accessible and right on your doorstep, this terraced holiday cottage is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore this delectable location. The cottage has the additional benefit of a large front deck overlooking the water’s shore only 3m away from the end of the garden. Guests can, fish for their tea (rods in the cottage) launch a kayak or just rest on the pebble beach and watch for our resident porpoises and seals playing in the Loch. Or you could take a walk along to the local Ardentinny pub and bistro for a warm welcome, and on a fine day grab a table on their beautiful Lochside deck - booking advised for food.
Ardentinny’s sandy beach where the Cowal hills and forest tumble down to the shore is a short stroll from the cottage’s front door and opens into some spectacular trails.
Nearby, the magnificent woodland gardens at Benmore Botanic Gardens are well worth a visit and the incredible Pucks Glen is a must-see for those who love a mystical landscape of gorges and waterfalls. Whilst the town of Dunoon is within easy reach (there is a bus directly from Ardentinny) and has a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants when in Dunoon check out the Queens Hall and Burgh Hall for excellent music gigs and entertainment and also try Dunoon’s little cinema for a night at the movies Take a Wreckspeditions or Waverley paddle steamer cruise and explore Loch Long and Kyles of Bute.
Known as Argyll’s Secret Coast, the Cowal Peninsula is tucked away in a small corner of Argyll, on the west coast of Scotland. Bordered by Loch Fyne and the Kyles of Bute, it’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within Scotland’s first National Park, with hills, glens, rugged coastlines, white beaches, clear waters and ancient forests.
Argyll’s Secret Coast is packed with places to visit and things to do. Many sailors, walkers, cyclists and artists are all drawn to this area for its natural beauty. Explore the forests and coastline by foot, bike, kayak or boat.
Abundant in wildlife, including deer, buzzards, otters, golden eagles, red squirrels and even, if you’re very lucky dolphins and porpoises, this beautiful location offers much for the nature lover. The whole area is steeped in Highland history and dotted with ruins, castles and ancient sites. A short drive takes you to Portavadie, with its new marina and the ferry over to Tarbert to explore the Kintyre Peninsula with ferries to the Islands of Islay, Jura and Arran. Shop and restaurant 4 miles.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 40" Freeview TV, Sky, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Range, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included, remainder at £7 per basket. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned front garden with decking, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Enclosed rear garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a loch, 20 yards away.
Free WiFi
Initial fuel for the wodburner is included, thereafter £8 per basket.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Loch Lomond Shores
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
- Inveraray Castle
- Inveraray Gardens
- Inveraray Jail
Reviews (9)
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John Mackay
A fantastic holiday cottage situated in the quiet village of Ardentinny. Stunning views from the cottage just the width of the road from the loch. Opportunity to fish on the doorstep. Excellent accommodation well equipped with everything you could ever need. Outstanding Welcome Pack on arrival, best we have experienced by far. Lots of lovely walks in the area on the flat and up into the woods. Local hotel serves good food while there is a great cafe at Blairmore just three miles away that has great food and lovely friendly staff. Hourly bus service to Dunoon with bus stop about thirty yards from the front gate of the cottage. We have three holidays booked next year in this cottage. That is how much we enjoy it. Totally recommend this cottage to anyone who loves the peace and quiet but offers lots of walking opportunities and trips further afield as required to places like Dunoon, Inveraray, The Isle of Bute and Loch Goil.
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D’Arcy Anne
This is our 4th time at Raglan Cottage , so that should say volumes . Superb cottage , beautifully kitted out throughout Lovely secure garden Situation is incredible just opposite the LochVery generous welcome pack ..thank you Would highly recommend, and will be coming againThank you to our very responsive hosts for a great stay … again
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William Gray
Raglan Cottage is in the village of Ardentinny, a quiet area on the banks of Loch Long. The area is perfect if you like walking along the shore or into the hills.The cottage itself looks picture perfect, quaint and appears small. This changes when you enter the front door. Once inside the rooms are large with plenty of elbow room. The utility room is a great bonus, as was the private parking close by. (The road at the front of the cottage is narrow and not suitable for parking)The welcome pack was generous with lots of treats.The views from the cottage and around the area amazing. One thing I would advise is to arrange a supermarket delivery for the day you arrive. Morrisons deliver in the area and for grocery shopping, Dunoon is a bit of a treck if you already been travelling all day.The back garden has a patio and a steps up to a lawn.Garden furniture is provided in the front and back gardens and both are fairly dog secure. If you bring a dog, there are throws provided for keeping furniture safefrom mucky paws.I would highly recommend Raglan for a family or a couple.