Holidays in Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Mid Argyll and Kintyre was the original centre of the first Scot's Kingdom of Dalriada and the fort of Dunadd is thought to have been its capital. With its enormously long coastline surrounding a narrow peninsula, it is no wonder that control of the sea has always been of the utmost importance to the people of this area and that Argyll is known as Scotland's Sea Kingdom.

Kintyre has been described as Scotland's only mainland island. While the peninsulas extreme length and narrow width does give it an island feel, the reason for this is supposed to go back to Viking times when a longship was dragged across the isthmus at the north end, thereby giving Magnus Barelegs the right to call it an island and claim it as his own from the King of Scots.  

Mid Argyll and Kintyre has a long spine or hilly ridge running down its length with a very narrow coastal plain on either side.  Well wooded and with open heathery moor and upland and lowland farms, many of which are dairy, this is a particularly attractive part of Scotland.  

The bustling town of Campbelltown at the peninsula's south east end is a major centre for the area, while Machrihanish, a few miles away near the south west end of the peninsula, has a beautiful beach and two magnificent golf courses.  

Mid Argyll and Kintyre is  a wonderful place to visit to see archaeological and historic monuments, to enjoy magnificent coastal scenery, to walk, fish, horse ride, cycle and mountain bike and watch wildlife.

Machrimore Mill, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Standing proudly beside the burn which once turned its wheel, this listed late 18th Century mill has been transformed into something truly special.

Rose Cottage, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Set amidst stunning scenery in peaceful Glen Carradale this charming, well presented holiday cottage enjoys uninterrupted views across quiet farmland to the hills beyond.

Duntaynish House, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Duntaynish House is surrounded by 60 acres of grounds, which are a special feature of the property and include mature natural woodland, designated a site of special scientific interest.

Carse House, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Ideally positioned just a short walk away from its own large private sandy beach, this delightful Georgian home is the perfect setting for a memorable holiday.

Balinakill Country House, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Set amidst the magical hills of the Kintyre Peninsula and within close walking distance of a beautiful, secluded sandy beach, this impressive country house is a wonderful gathering place for friends, families, wedding parties, business meetings and celebrations.  Balinakill really comes alive when it is full of people enjoying themselves. 

Shore Cottage, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

A tranquil paradise is how previous holidaymakers have described Shore Cottage.

Pier Cottage, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

An idyllic, secluded shoreline location and a newly renovated traditional cottage makes Pier Cottage on Loch Fyne a treasure.

Stronshira House, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Stronshira House is idyllically positioned on the shoreline of Loch Fyne overlooking the impressive Inveraray Castle with its magnificent turrets, and the delightful town of Inveraray.

Lavender Cottage, Mid Argyll Kintyre And Campbeltown

Peacefully nestling in beautiful Carradale Glen and surrounded by glorious Kintyre countryside, Lavender Cottage creates a magical and very romantic hideaway for those who love to get away from it all.