Mill House
Drumalban is a comfortable, well-equipped, family home set in 5 acres of lawns and wild garden with sensational views over Loch Craignish and its islands to the Atlantic beyond. It combines the benefits of complete privacy and a rugged, unspoilt outlook with an easy 10-minute walk to the village of Ardfern with its 200-year old drovers' inn, coffee and craft shop, and well stocked local store, and thriving marina with daily boat trips.
The white walls, wood and local stone of the open plan living room, dining room (seats 12) and well equipped kitchen provide a convivial setting for a great holiday whether - breakfasting outside on the south-facing terrace or snuggling up to the large log fire. We have a large selection of books, CDs, DVDs and games - even a Blütner piano. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs (a double en suite and a twin), which, together with the living area, have large windows facing south and the view. Upstairs, there is a family bedroom (a double and 3 single beds) and a triple room separated by a gallery with a large picture window. The house sleeps 8 adults and 4 children. Ardfern is 2.5 hrs drive from Glasgow, and lies between the busy port/rail head of Oban (24 miles) and Lochgilphead (16 miles). Drumalban is ideal for both relaxing and active land- or water-based holidays. Weekly and weekend rents. See our website (www.suilven.co.uk) for details.
Drumalban is a comfortable, well-equipped, family home set in 5 acres of lawns and wild garden with sensational views over Loch Craignish and its islands to the Atlantic beyond. It combines the benefits of complete privacy and a rugged, unspoilt outlook with an easy 10-minute walk to the village of Ardfern with its 200-year old drovers' inn, coffee and craft shop, and well stocked local store, and thriving marina with daily boat trips. A weekly organic market sells local produce.
The white walls, wood and local stone of the open plan living room, dining room (seats 12) and well equipped kitchen provide a convivial setting for a great holiday whether - breakfasting outside on the south-facing terrace or snuggling up to the large log fire. We have a large selection of books, CDs, DVDs and games - even a Blütner piano. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs (a double en suite and a twin), which, together with the living area, have large windows facing south and the view. Upstairs, there is a family bedroom (a double and 3 single beds) and a triple room separated by a gallery with a large picture window. The house sleeps 8 adults and 4 children.
Outside, the large terrace has picnic benches and a barbeque. The garden is fenced and so children and dogs may be allowed to the freedom to explore. We also have a selection of outdoor games, golf clubs, fishing gear and life jackets – even an off-road pram.
Ardfern is a wonderful centre for a holiday with short walks to the village and along the loch. At end of the Craignish Peninsula (4 miles), fantastic sunsets can be seen looking between Jura and Scarba, where lurks the infamous Corrievreckan whirlpool. A mile nearer the house, there is a beautiful little mediaeval chapel with its ancient burial stones and a shallow bay where you can swim. There are beautiful sandy beaches within an hour’s drive.
Ardfern and its sister village of Croabh Haven boast an excellent riding centre with Appaloosa horses, daily boat trips +and a watersports centre with canoeing, windsurfing and sailing. There are golf courses at Lochgilphead, Seil and Oban.
Mid Argyll is one of the most fascinating parts of Scotland to explore. There are more prehistoric sites, stone circles, standing stones, cup and ring marks in these few square miles than anywhere else in Scotland. The first Scots kings were crowned at Dunadd fort. Archaeological exploration is centred on the village of Kilmartin (15 minutes drive from the house) and its Museum of Ancient Culture which was awarded the "Scottish Museum of the Year" in 1998. The adjoining café is a family favourite.
From the bustling distillery town of Oban, there are daily trips to Mull, Iona and Fingal’s Cave on Staffa. Day trips can also be taken to Gigha and Jura.
Argyll is also walking country with 25 Munros within 90 minutes including Ben Cruachan, Ben Lui and Glencoe (where one can also ski). Sea fishing can be arranged from Oban and Croabh, and there is good fresh water fishing in Loch Awe and in other smaller lochs. There are fine gardens: Arduaine NTS (15 minutes) and Old Portalloch (20 minutes),
It is 1 hour south to Inverarey with its beautiful white houses, castle (home to the Duke of Argyll) and historic jail. The Auchindrain Crofting Village Museum, Crarae gardens and a wildlife park are on the way. Glasgow and its museums/shopping is 1 hour further south.
The nearest supermarkets are – Tesco/Co-op in Oban and the Co-op in Lochgilphead - open until 22:00 hrs. Both towns have cash machines and 24-hour petrol stations.
Drumalban offers weekly rents with discounts for a single family and couples. Long weekend rents are available all year (except High Season). Please see our website (www.suilven.co.uk) for details.
Beds and Rooms
- 1 Double room(s)
- 12 Beds
- 2 Multiple-bed room(s)
- 1 Twin room(s)
Location
- Lochside Location
- Rural Location
- Village Location
Contact
Mill House
Mill House
Drumalban
Corranbeg
Ardfern
Argyll
PA31 8QN
Great Britain
Tel: +44 (8520) 500 207
Mobile +44(7796) 407469
E-Mail: kirsty@beeb.net
WWW: http://www.suilven.co.uk
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