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School House Dalavich

Dalavich, near Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Relax and unwind in the fantastic private hot tub
  • Enjoy cosy nights in front of the roaring wood burner after a day out exploring
  • The great outdoors on your doorstep with walking, cycling and fishing available
Property code: 85404

Situated in the picturesque Argyll village of Dalavich, this spacious, welcoming and cosy cottage offers warm and relaxing holiday accommodation for up to eight guests. Perfect for a larger family or a group of friends, the cottage nestles in a pretty woodland setting close to the western banks of the stunning Loch Awe and makes a great base for exploring the area’s breathtaking and unforgettable scenery. Featuring a fantastic private hot tub and a warming wood burner, this beautifully renovated former schoolhouse makes a wonderful holiday retreat for keen walkers, hikers, nature lovers, anglers, cyclists and photographers exploring this secluded region.

This beautifully restored and imaginatively updated property retains a number of original features including feature stone walls and a roaring wood burner set in a beautiful fireplace. With a relaxing main living area and bedrooms with skylights offering picturesque views, this wonderful family holiday home provides a delightfully relaxing and tranquil holiday retreat. The cottage also benefits from a fully enclosed garden and a soothing outdoor hot tub, perfect for relaxing in at the end of a wonderful day spent exploring this spellbinding area.

Stepping into this attractively updated property, the hall leads you through into the bright and colourful lounge. Featuring exposed ceiling beams, large picture windows, a Smart TV, plenty of seating and a welcoming wood burner set in a stone fireplace, the lounge is a cosy and relaxing space perfect for everyone to unwind in at the end of a fabulous day out. Moving through to the light and stylishly designed kitchen/diner, there’s a choice of dining areas with a table perfect for enjoying a special family meal, as well as a handy kitchen island ideal for a snack or a hearty breakfast. The kitchen has a wide range of equipment perfect for rustling up all your favourite dishes. Exploring the ground floor further, there’s an invigorating shower room and the first two of the property’s four gorgeous bedrooms, both of which are comfortable double rooms.

Heading upstairs to the first floor you will find the two remaining bedrooms: a light and cosy king-size room and a pretty twin room, along with a stylish family bathroom.

Stepping outside, the fully enclosed garden has a large lawn with plenty of space for dogs to exercise and children to play. The garden also has a private hot tub for you to unwind in at the end of a great day, along with a handy seating area and a BBQ so you can sit back and enjoy some al fresco dining. The driveway offers ample off-road parking for up to three cars.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 2 doubles and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC and 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric double oven and hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer with ice maker and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate provided
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in lounge and kitchen
  • Private hot tub
  • Large, enclosed garden with seating areas, charcoal BBQ and fire pit
  • Parking on driveway for 3 cars
  • Restaurants and pubs 8 miles and shop within walking distance
  • Private water supply
  • Short Term Let Licence Reference is : AR00459F
  • Our EPC rating is: D
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

This beautiful property is ideally situated for eager walkers, hikers, nature lovers and cyclists wanting to explore a remote and beautiful part of the Argyll countryside.

 

There are plenty of cycle trails and forest walks from the doorstep, including the Dalavich Oakwood Trail, Avich Falls and Otter Point. Nature lovers will be in their element too, with chances to spot a variety of wildlife including red squirrels, pine martens, woodpeckers, deer and otters. Fishing enthusiasts can head across the road to the magnificent Loch Awe, which stretches along for some 24 miles and is known for its trout and salmon. The impressive Kilchurn Castle (24.5 miles) stands at the head of the loch, with the historic St Conan’s Kirk nearby (22.5 miles). Fishing permits can be obtained online.

 

Other local attractions include Innis Chonnel Castle (19 miles), Kintail Birds of Prey Argyll (17 miles) and Dunstaffnage Castle (25 miles). A little further on, the bustling town of Oban (27 miles) has a great range of shops, pubs and restaurants, and is known as the Gateway to the Isles, with boat trips and ferries available to explore the stunning islands of Mull, Jura and Islay.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Melanie 1st June 2025

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Reviewed by Cheryl 16th May 2025

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Reviewed by Steven 9th May 2025

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Beautiful cottage set on the edge of the Barnaline Oak forest. Lots of walks nearby so you dont have to travel very far. Recommend the Tall trees trail south of Dalavich. Big enclosed garden was a hit with our dog. Easy access to Loch Awe a short walk away for a swim. Local shop/cafe a 15 min walk away. Very friendly and welcoming. Nearest supermarRead moreket some distance away so stock up before you arrive. Nice welcome pack. Hide

Reviewed by Georgia 4th April 2025

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Reviewed by Yaroslava 27th December 2024

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Reviewed by Angela 13th December 2024

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Reviewed by Joanne 16th November 2024

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Fantastic location and a beautiful, well appointed, clean and comfortable home from home. The walks right from the front door were excellent and easy to follow. The run to Oban was spectacular, particularly as we had snow! I would have no hesitation in recommending this property which was even better than described.

Reviewed by Stuart 25th October 2024

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Beautiful cottage, big enclosed gardens if you have dogs. Beds comfy, plenty of space, hot tub is great. We went in October and was hardly anyone about. Peaceful and tranquil. Great access to near by walks / lochs / castles. Village shop is great for supplies and they do a great breakfast. A great overall base for exploring a week of cycling / kayaRead moreking/ walking . Hide

Reviewed by Dave 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Cheryl 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Caroline 19th July 2024

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Lovely cottage so big and spacious. If in a big group this is perfect. Brought 2 dogs and they loved the large enclosed garden 2 run about in. Hot tub was perfect and was used everyday. Tesco also do a food delivery to here which is very handy when staying for a week.

Reviewed by Gerhard 17th May 2024

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The facility needs an aircon!

Reviewed by Marion 3rd May 2024

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Reviewed by Vincent 16th February 2024

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A lovely stay at the School House in an absolute stunning location. Lots of long quietwalks from the door step so did not need to travel any where. Some lovely spots on loch Awe for a dip and swimming. Wildlife was abundant with Golden Eagle, Osprey spotted loads of Tawny Owls in the evening look for a whistle and you will be able to call them in. Read moreRed squirrels in the garden with plenty of birds visiting would recommend bringing seed and peanuts. Cottage is warm and has lots of space. Glorious. Hide

Reviewed by Janet 24th December 2023

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Cottage is huge, lounge is extremely comfortable especially with the wood burning stove. Beds are comfortable and views superb. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking for a large (7) family, having a dishwasher is a great help.Also the games & books are a bonus. Local area is superb for gentle walks. Village shop is ok for store cupboard iRead moretems but suggest you are well stocked up for your stay yourselves. All very clean and maintained well. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 15th December 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 10th November 2023

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A lovely, well resourced and properly maintained holiday house, with good local walks and peaceful surroundings. The hosts were responsive to our queries, and the facilities on offer were ideal for our long weekend. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Debbie 3rd November 2023

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Lovely cottage very peaceful area

Reviewed by Emma 27th October 2023

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We enjoyed a family gathering for my dads 70th. The cottage is comfortable and the hot tub is a definite plus! There are lovely walks from the cottage and Dalavich has a nice cafe for hot drinks. It is remote and there are no food shops for miles, so I recommend stocking up before getting there! The loch is not as accessible as wed hoped (there areRead more places not far by foot to access the water but it wasnt somewhere to wander down to from the cottage) but that didnt detract from a great stay. Hide

Reviewed by John 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Megan 9th October 2023

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One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. Beautiful and high quality, very clean and well equipped. Wonderful hot tub. Magical location and wildlife. We will be back for sure!

Reviewed by Louise 29th September 2023

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The School House is perfect for a break away. This is the second time we've visited. The first with family and the second with friends. Beds are really comfy, the house is really well equipped and the garden is big enough to play games and relax

Reviewed by Lesley 22nd September 2023

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We had a lovely time at the School House which was very remote and well out of the way from the rest of civilisation. The cottage was very well equipped with everything you could want. We had a great time despite the rain. You do need to take into consideration the 14 mile trip to get to the main road before you can get anywhere but it doesn't detrRead moreact from the lovely location. We had some great walks and the one up to the Cruachan Dam was especially good. Hide

Reviewed by Tracy 11th August 2023

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Beautiful place , we stayed here for a week with 3 teenagers 2 adults and our pet dog and all thoroughly enjoyed every second. Home from home stay didn't want to leave ! Ticked all the boxes and more already looking at booking again. Definitely recommend to anyone who likes peace ,quiet and beautiful scenery !

Reviewed by Martin 21st July 2023

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Lovely house and would certainly stay here again. Very well equipped and very comfortable. There were 6 of us staying and we never felt like we were on top of each other with plenty of space to relax. We loved the location as it was well away from noise and a lovely walk up to the waterfalls just across the road. It does take a while to get anywherRead moree in this area so even popping to Oban was an hour's drive, but the view whilst doing it was fantastic. Hide

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