Guests say
Rowan House is praised for its peaceful location amidst wildlife, with spacious and comfortable accommodation. Guests enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen and the presence of local fauna. The lack of direct loch access and limited views were noted, alongside some logistical issues with water safety and power cuts. The area's natural beauty and local seafood are highlights.
There are no specific references to the cleanliness of the property in the reviews provided, hence a score cannot be determined.
The location is described as peaceful with abundant wildlife, though the lack of direct loch access and the necessity to navigate single-track roads are drawbacks. The natural beauty of the area is a significant positive.
Guests found the house comfortable, with special mentions of spacious bedrooms and a comfortable bed, which is particularly important for those with back issues.
The property is well-equipped, but there were issues with water safety and power cuts. The lack of certain kitchen utensils was noted, but not seen as a major problem.
While guests shared positive experiences with local wildlife and provided tips, there are no mentions of gifts or special touches from the hosts that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Look out over the sparkling loch and watch the abundant wildlife. Enjoy spectacular beaches, fishing, hiking and water sports, and explore the stunning neighbouring islands.. 5 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 32" TV, Freesat, Bluray Player, Multi-Fuel Burner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, 2 x Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room.
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: 2 x Zip and Link Single Beds (Super Kingsize On Request)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV)
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath, Toilet.
Electric water-based central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for multi-fuel burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. There are steps, sloping banks, terraces in the garden and a stream beyond the garden fence.. This lovely, spacious, detached property has loch views to the front from the living room, sun room and bedroom, and views of the hills and spring to the rear. It offers an excellent base for touring the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, arguably one of the most scenic parts of Scotland. Accessed by a gravel road, Rowan House is just yards from the rugged shores of Loch Sunart and there are plenty of leisurely walks, forest paths, water sports and cycle tracks close by. The rspb reserve at Glenborrodale is a birdwatchers’ paradise, with wood warblers, redstarts and spotted flycatchers often seen. An abundance of wildlife can also be spotted including whales, dolphins, otters, golden eagles and pine martens. Take a trip to Ardnamurchan Point lighthouse and visitor centre, explore the white sandy beaches at Sanna Bay, or visit the wonderful wildlife exhibition and café at Ardnamurchan Natural History Centre. Catch the foot ferry from nearby Salen to Tobermory on the Island of Mull, or there is a regular car ferry from Kilchoan to Tobermory. The beautiful islands of Rum, Egg, Canna and Skye can be reached by ferry crossings from the small fishing port of Mallaig, or Kentra Bay and the Singing Sands at Gortenfern make for a great day out. There are numerous ruined castles, gardens, museums, distilleries and galleries to explore, whilst Fort William, Glencoe and Oban are also accessible. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Free WiFi
There is a ramp at the rear.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Ardnamurchan Natural History and Visitor Centre
- Castle Tioram
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Peaceful location and loads of wildlife on the doorstep. Spacious bedrooms, well equipped kitchen, loads of fuel for the wood burner. There was only the two of us staying but I imagine this would be a great property for families. A couple of things might discourage me from returning. Firstly the online description says “Rowan House is just yards from the rugged shores of Loch Sunart” - it is but there is no direct access to the loch from the property and instead the in-house information encourages you to walk several hundred yards up the road. The road has no pavement and has logging trucks driving up and down it. It wasn’t a good start to our holiday to find that the owners had been rather economical with the truth, especially as we’re keen swimmers. I think it would be better to be up-front about access to the loch. Secondly, when we visited, the tap water had been tested as unsafe to drink. Bottled water was provided but it’s easy to forget when you’re brushing your teeth etc. The last water test certificate was dated April 2024.
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Confirmed Guest
We were looking for a property in a quiet, nature-filled area, and Rowan House did not disappoint. The whole peninsula is beautiful and worthy of a longer visit than we could manage. But do bear in mind that the roads here tend to be single-track, so travel takes time. The Corran Ferry saves some time getting to the property, runs all day to 9:00 pm and costs £12 one way. Shops are few and far between, as are other facilities such as cafes/restaurants and medical facilities, should you require them. You might want to take supplies with you from Fort William, particularly out of season, from mid or late October. However, the fishmonger's weekly visit to the nearby Salen jetty, offering a wide selection of fresh seafood, is a godsend for any pescatarian!It was a shame that the planned power cut was not communicated to us before our travel. Along with a further unplanned power cut later in the week, the loss of two days at Rowan house from a one-week stay was disappointing. Because the water supply is private and powered by an electric pump, we were also unable to run water or flush a toilet. Had we known earlier, we could have brought flasks to prepare hot drinks. Perhaps the homeowner could add flasks to the inventory, as the nearest available hot food outlet at Glenuig (outwith the power cut areas) was a significant distance away.
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely perfect.Great house, beautiful location. Yep lots of midges, miles of single lane winding roads, unpredictable weather…… but that’s what makes it even better