Craigneuk

Situated in a spectacular elevated location 7 miles to the north of Oban, this spacious property offers cosy and comfortable accommodation for a family or a group of friends looking for a tranquil holiday retreat. The property is full of character and charm and offers spacious, relaxing accommodation for up to ten guests. With stunning sea views across the Firth of Lorne and towards the distant mountains of Mull, this traditional Highland farmhouse has been thoughtfully extended and updated to provide an ideal base for guests looking to explore Argyll’s spectacular scenery.

Tastefully decorated in calm, neutral tones, this delightful property features several attractive living spaces and is beautifully furnished, with wooden flooring throughout. With a bright and cheerful dining room at the heart of the house, this is a wonderful place for a family to gather to chat about the day. You can also relax in the large and elegant main lounge with its cosy wood burner and bay window which gives panoramic views across the loch.

On entering this charming property, you will find a large and inviting lounge which makes a wonderful space to relax in, with a wood burner, large bay window and plenty of comfortable seating. The stylish kitchen is fully equipped for preparing your favourite meals, which you can then enjoy in the comfort of the spacious, light and attractive dining room which also features an oil-fired Rayburn and a sofa. Exploring further, there’s a study and an additional lounge with a TV and open fire. The first of five delightful bedrooms is on the ground floor – a charming twin room. The ground floor also features a utility room and vestibules with plenty of space for coats and boots.

The first floor is accessed via two separate staircases. The first staircase leads up from the main lounge to two tastefully furnished double bedrooms which share an attractive bathroom with a roll-top bath and two showers. The second staircase leads from the hallway and up to the two final bedrooms: a double and a twin, which share a bathroom complete with a shower over the bath.

Stepping outside, you can unwind with a morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evenings on the charming south-facing terrace which is perfect for viewing stunning sunsets. You can also explore the garden which spreads across 2 acres. The property is close to the A828, with a lovely stretch of shingle beach just beyond, allowing you to enjoy breathtaking early-morning shoreline walks up towards Tralee Bay. Nearby are the historic, moss-clad stones of an ancient Highland burial site, and a ruined stone bothy which was once a blacksmith’s workshop.

Please note there is a refundable £250 security deposit for this property payable closer to the start of your holiday.

• 5 bedrooms – 3 doubles and 2 twins, one with zip-and-link beds
• 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with separate shower, 1 bathroom with shower over the bath plus 1 WC
• Electric hob, Rayburn, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
• Woodburner - starter pack of logs included
• TV with Freeview, DVD player, video player, radio and CD player
• Wi-Fi included
• Garden with garden furniture
• Shop and restaurant within 1 mile away

The property is just a quarter of a mile from Benderloch, a small settlement with a choice of shops and a restaurant. Local attractions include Glasdrum Wood National Nature Reserve (8.5 miles) which is one of Scotland's finest Celtic rainforests, Shian Wood (3 miles) where there are chances to see buzzards and roe deer, Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace (10.5 miles), the Cruachan Visitor Centre (10.5 miles) and the garden of Archdattan Priory (5 miles).

The main town in the area is Oban (7 miles), which offers a full range of independent shops, supermarkets, craft shops, restaurants and pubs. Attractions in Oban include The View – a lively music venue known for its ceilidhs and traditional music – Oban Distillery, the Oban War and Peace Museum and the 18th-century Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds. There are plenty of activities in the area, including falconry, horse riding and boat trips out to the islands of Mull, Iona, Staffa and Kerrera.

Beyond Oban, you can explore Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel (4 miles), Loch Creran (10 miles), Castle Stalker (11 miles) and the picturesque fishing village of Port Appin (12 miles). The shores of Loch Etive are nearby (2 miles), the loch offering spectacular views with wonderful opportunities for walking and glimpsing the occasional seal or golden eagle.