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Occupying the principle first floor rooms of the historic St Conan’s Tower, Glen Strae apartment, formerly part of the owners accommodation, has been newly released to provide luxurious holiday accommodation ideally suited for a couple or family wishing to discover this tranquil and picturesque area of Argyll.
This impressive 19th Century Scottish tower house, built of granite from Cruachan Mountain, enjoys a prominent yet peaceful position on an eminence of land above the friendly loch-side village of Lochawe. Set within elevated woodland and surrounded by a large private garden, the house enjoys outstanding panoramic views across the waters of Loch Awe to the romantic islands and stunning mountains beyond.
Glen Strae has been sympathetically improved to provide attractive and comfortable accommodation yet retains its unique traditional atmosphere with split levels, high ceilings, tall sash windows, traditional cornicing and fireplaces - architecturally typical of a Scottish tower house. The wonderfully large drawing room and adjacent private library with its sumptuous furnishings and baby grand piano allows you to truly spread out and relax while absorbing its 100-year history. The attractive and generous main bedroom benefits from linking beds creating either a luxurious super king or twin beds. A further twin bedroom is accessed through the main bedroom making it ideal for a family and the newly fitted open plan kitchen/dining room has been equipped with everything you could need for an outstanding self-catered holiday.
Guests can also enjoy the magical tower lounge at the very top of the house - reached by the original turnpike staircase, this charming conservatory style area gives amazing views over Loch Awe and to the fairytale ruins of Kilchurn Castle.
Also available: Ben Lui Apartment (sleeps 5 +1) and Cruachan Apartment (sleeps 2 + 1). All three apartments may be booked together to accommodate larger parties, giving a total capacity of 11 (+ 2)
Accommodation:
Access via private external stone stairway to 1st floor with doorway leading to:
Entrance hall, library with archway leading to large drawing room with electric stove fire, double/twin (zip & link beds) bedroom, with adjoining twin bedroom, bathroom with bath, shower, whb & wc, fully equipped modern kitchen/dining room
Activities:
Loch Awe is one of Scotland’s largest freshwater lochs renowned for its trout and pike fishing. This area of outstanding natural beauty is also home to a huge variety of wonderful birds and wildlife. Within easy reach is the busy harbour town of Oban, known as the "Gateway to the Islands" with many exciting day trips to Mull, Iona and the Inner Hebrides. Ben Cruachan attracts the keen climber or you can even venture inside this great mountain and experience the astounding engineering work created by the hydro-power station. With 3 golf courses, endless walks to suit all abilities, cycling through the miles of forestry track, glorious beaches and historic castles all close to hand there is much to do for all ages.
Included:
Linen & towels provided. Electric/oil central heating; electricity & oil included.
LCD TV, Sky Freesat, DVD, HiFi system, fridge/freezer, microwave, travel cot & high chair available upon request. Ground floor (shared) laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer & ironing facilities. Large 2 acre garden & woodland, front terrace with garden furniture & BBQ. Ample car parking.
Shortbreaks by arrangement
Local facilities:
Lochawe village (close walking distance) offers a well stocked general store/Post Office, hotel, pub (serving bar meals) & train station serving Oban & Glasgow.
Oban (21 miles) offers a wide range of supermarkets, restaurants, shops and attractions including ferries to the Mull and the islands
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