Guests say
Heatherbank is a beautifully presented cottage in a tranquil setting, praised for its spotless interiors, spacious rooms, and excellent facilities including a hot tub and outdoor areas. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and attentive owner, thoughtful touches, and the cottage’s suitability for families and groups. While the access road is steep and can be challenging, this does not detract from the overall experience. The property offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions, making it highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.
Cleanliness is a standout feature, with numerous reviews describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and well maintained. Only one or two minor mentions of maintenance issues were noted, but these did not impact the overall impression.
The location is praised for its peaceful, scenic setting and proximity to local attractions and villages. The only recurring negative is the steep and uneven access road, which some guests found challenging, especially in certain vehicles.
Guests frequently mention the spaciousness, comfortable beds, and well-designed living areas. A few minor comments about sofa comfort and bathroom size were noted, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
Facilities are excellent, with guests appreciating the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, outdoor seating, and entertainment options. Occasional feedback about kitchenware and ongoing garden works was given, but these were outweighed by positive remarks.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as generous welcome packs, celebratory gifts, and attentive hosting. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This is a charming, fully refurbished traditional cottage, ideally located on the rural edges of Garelochhead in Scotland's beautiful Argyllshire. Restyled inside to provide contemporary accommodation, this cottage is ideal to use as a base for exploring the many hills and lochs that surround the village. Set all on the ground floor, the cottage has four double bedrooms, (two en suite) plus a shower room, a kitchen with a dining area and a relaxing sitting room. Outside is a front garden and a patio with wonderful views over the mountains beyond, the perfect place to relax and drink in the tranquility as you plan your day's activities. The village of Garelochhead, on the shore of the Gare Loch, has pubs and shops, and the West Highland Line stops at the local station. Apart from the many Munros offering superb walking, Garelochhead is close to Helensburgh, a popular and busy seaside resort. Dramatic Loch Long and beautiful Loch Lomond are only a short drive away and Glasgow is within easy reach either by car or train. Fishing trips on Loch Lomond are available (7 days notice is required) please contact the owner direct for further details. A wonderful cottage with fantastic walking all year round.
Heatherbank has been designed and built with golfers in mind. Two bunkers, a 30-yard pitching hole, pitching areas and putting hole. Also available is a drying room complete with charging facilities for trolley batteries. So, whether you want to warm up before your round of golf, practice your shots or just have some fun all aspects of the game are covered. Clubs and balls are provided. We can also provide lessons on site by a PGA tour professional (7 days' notice required) and can arrange full golf holiday with discounted rates at the Carrick golf course on Loch Lomond for golf, spa and leisure facilities. please contact the owner direct for further details.
Garelochhead is a small village at the head of Gare Loch, a large sea loch known for sailing and sea angling. The village has a selection of shops and pubs, and is close to great walking, munro-bagging and golf. Loch Lomond is within easy reach.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AR-00309-FEPC Rating: Band E
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Four bedrooms.
2 x double beds with en-suite, 2 x double bed with shared bathroom.
Dining area, living room with bar, new refurbished kitchen.
Electric central heating Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Dishwasher, washing machine,, BBQ, Hot Tub, TV with Sky, DVD, CD, WiFi, telephone (incoming calls only), USB sockets in each bedroom, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Gardens to the front with new patio, side and rear garden secure.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
Note: The road leading to the property is of good quality.
Note: The hot tub may not reach temperature until the morning after check in.
Nearby points of interest
- Loch Lomond Shores
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
- Inveraray Castle
- Inveraray Gardens
- Inveraray Jail
Reviews (52)
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Judy
Beautiful surroundings and the hot tub and golf available on site were fun and a real luxury. Our host, Dougie, was really kind and helpful. The nearby village is great, and the loch shore is a fun place for children to play. One of the best things about the situation is that almost everywhere you might want to visit is reachable by public transport, the buses, trains and ferries are frequent and really good fun and a good way to see the country side...there's even a bus stop at the bottom of the road Heatherbank is in!
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Patricia
S remember your smidge when going it is the weather of Scotland and the midgets are there
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Marion
Owner met us and have us a tour. House is a good size for friends/family to have a shared space together. The hot tub was great In any weather and the garden is well equipped for summer, so we hope to return and make use of it. Did some nice walks and local pub good too.