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A magnificent house in a magnificent setting - that, in a nutshell, is Claonaig Lodge near Tarbert on the Mull of Kintyre in Western Scotland.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 8 | Bedrooms: 4 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (3) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 3 |
It stands quite alone in extensive gardens in a commanding position on the hillside above Kilbrannan Sound, with fabulous views across to the mountains of Arran beyond.
The house is accessed via the little single track and very scenic road down the east side of the Sound. There is a wide gravel area to the front with parking for several vehicles or even a boat.
Inside it is spacious, bright and beautifully furnished. The large farmhouse-style dining kitchen has an electric Aga and further electric cooker, as well as French doors to the garden and there is a separate utility room. The sitting room has a wood-burning stove to augment the oil central heating and there is also a downstairs (ziplink) double bedroom and adjacent shower room.
Upstairs are three more bedrooms (all zip-link and one with en-suite shower) and a family bathroom. A large double garage adjoins the house, where there is a pool table and secure storage for bikes and equipment. With broadband as well, there really is very little left to wish for!
The owners, keen golfers, bought the house for their own eventual use and it is within a forty five minute drive of the spectacular golf courses and beaches at Machrihanish, a spot also very popular with surfers.
Nearer to hand, Tarbert also has a golf course, as well as a riding centre, shops and some excellent pubs and restaurants that specialise in the local seafood.
There is splendid walking in the surrounding hills, while excursions include trips to the end of the Kintyre peninsula, perhaps continuing down the little road to the pretty village of Carradale with its beach and harbour, enjoying the stunning views on the way.
You don't have to content yourself with just looking, however, for in summer a ferry runs between Claonaig, just down the road and Lochranza on Arran. The Lodge could scarcely be better situated for a spot of island-hopping in fact. From Kennacraig (4 miles) you can catch the ferry to Islay with its amazing bird life and no less amazing distilleries and from Tayinloan to the little island of Gigha, famous for its Achamore Gardens.
From Tarbert, another ferry takes you over to Portavadie, from where you can explore the Kyles of Bute and the island of Bute itself. Thinking about it, from Claonaig Lodge you actually have ready access to a huge amount of some of the best of Scotland, as well as a superb place to come home to at the end of your busy day.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Sitting room with wood burner and TV/DVD
Dining kitchen with electric Aga, electric cooker, dishwasher etc.
Utility room with fridge-freezer, washing machine, tumble drier and microwave.
Double bedroom (zip-link converts to twin)
Room with shower, WC and basin
Double garage/games room with pool table, table tennis and table football
Upstairs
Double bedroom (ziplink) with en suite Shower
Double bedroom (zip-link converts to Twin)
Twin bedroom (zip-link converts to King-size double)
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £20 of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by oil central heating (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove. Water is from a private source which is UV filtered and regularly tested; however (as is typical in many parts of Scotland) it can become discoloured, particularly after heavy rainfall. Guests may therefore prefer to bring bottled water to drink. WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 3 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 3 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Please note: For Claonaig Lodge, the tariff for 4 persons is based on two bedrooms only being made available.
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 22/11/2024 to 25/11/2024
From 06/12/2024 to 09/12/2024
From 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 03/10/2025 to 06/10/2025
From 24/10/2025 to 27/10/2025
From 17/10/2025 to 20/10/2025
From 10/10/2025 to 13/10/2025
From 20/12/2024 to 23/12/2024
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 15/11/2024 to 18/11/2024
From 29/11/2024 to 02/12/2024
From 13/12/2024 to 16/12/2024
From 11/10/2024 to 01/12/2024
From 24/12/2024 to 24/12/2024
From 23/12/2024 to 24/12/2024
From 30/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
From 29/11/2024 to 30/11/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 | Sleeps 8 |
| 26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | POA | POA |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | POA | POA |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 | £650.00 | £750.00 |
| 01 Feb 2025 - 04 Apr 2025 | £750.00 | £850.00 |
| 05 Apr 2025 - 25 Apr 2025 | £850.00 | £995.00 |
| 26 Apr 2025 - 02 May 2025 | POA | POA |
| 03 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 | POA | POA |
| 24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | POA | POA |
| 31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | POA | POA |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | POA | POA |
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| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | POA | POA |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | POA | POA |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | POA | POA |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | POA | POA |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | POA | POA |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking and where more than one tariff is shown, the number of bedrooms made available may vary. This allows us to offer larger properties at lower rates for smaller parties. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
For Claonaig Lodge, the tariff for 4 persons is based on two bedrooms only being made available.
Reviews
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The cottage was fabulous, you can tell this has been a loving family home with all the little trinkets and personal touc...
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Great house, beautiful location
Claonaig is a real home from home.
Our 2nd stay at Claonaig and we will definitely return again.
We Just love...
Very nice indeed, we enjoyed the cottage clean and well equipped.
Wonderful cottage, great location, great garden.
Only reason a star is deducted is for the strong heating oil smel...
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