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When it comes to creating the ideal holiday cottage, few can have got it more 'right' than the owner of Fern Cottage, just outside the village of Strachur near Loch Fyne in Argyll.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 8 | Bedrooms: 4 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 3 |
| Licence No: AR00339F |
This substantial, modern, but traditional-looking house is accessed by a quiet lane and stands in its own large grass garden on the hillside, with fine views across and down the wooded valley.
If the situation is a fine one, the interior is a real revelation and has surely been a labour of love for the owner. Every detail is in place, even down to bedside drinking glasses which co-ordinate with the decor! The light and bright entrance hall leads to a spacious sitting room with multi-fuel stove.
The kitchen-diner/family room extends right along the back of the house with ample comfortable seating and TV/DVD so that the head chef need not feel isolated while she/he works their magic on the Aga range cooker, perhaps fortified by a raid on the dedicated drinks fridge. Also on this level are a twin bedroom, a shower room and a utility room with laundry facilities.
Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms, one with a super king-size bed and one with a king-size bed. Two out of the three doubles have their own en suite facilities. The Fern theme runs through the house and it can be fun trying to spot the motif in the various rooms.
Outside there is ample parking right at the door and the large garden has been laid to grass with a lovely deck that wraps around the cottage (with furniture). There is plenty of room to run and play and there is even a sweet little summerhouse.
Strachur, on the shores of Loch Fyne, is a popular holiday village, with an excellent village store/cafe and, of course the famous Creggans Inn.
It is easily reached, too, either by driving along Loch Lomond and over the pass of Rest and be Thankful, or by taking the 20 minute ferry ride from Gourock to Dunoon and then driving along Loch Eck.
The surrounding area offers great walking, biking and fishing. Dunoon and Inveraray on the other side of the Loch, have all facilities and golf courses and Inveraray Castle and the Town Jail are also well worth a visit. At the head of the Loch you will pass the Loch Fyne Smokery, a good opportunity to stock up on fishy and other goodies.
Those interested in gardens will find they are within easy distance both of the NT gardens at Crarae, Ardkinglas Woodland Gardens at the head of the loch and the Benmore Botanical Gardens on the way to Dunoon. A stroll up romantic Puck's Glen is also highly recommended while you are there.
Further afield, you can head from Loch Awe and the west coast at Oban, the Crinan Canal, or even the Mull of Kintyre.
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 multi fuel stove, TV/DVD, CD player
Dining-kitchen/family room with gas Aga range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, L'Or Coffee Machine and TV/DVD, etc
Utility room with washing machine
Twin bedroom with TV/DVD
Shower room with WC and wash basin.
Upstairs
Double bedroom (super king-size) with TV/DVD, ensuite shower room with WC and wash basin and walk-in wardrobe
Double bedroom (king-size) with TV/DVD, ensuite bathroom with bath/shower, WC and wash basin
Double bedroom.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
- Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (first £20 INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay) and multi-fuel stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome (1 large, 1 medium or 2 small). No smoking.
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 04/04/2025 to 07/04/2025
From 30/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
Changeover Day: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 8 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £1,450.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £1,450.00 |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 | £995.00 |
| 31 Jan 2025 - 03 Apr 2025 | £1,095.00 |
| 04 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025 | £1,295.00 |
| 25 Apr 2025 - 01 May 2025 | £1,095.00 |
| 02 May 2025 - 22 May 2025 | £1,295.00 |
| 23 May 2025 - 29 May 2025 | £1,495.00 |
| 30 May 2025 - 26 Jun 2025 | £1,295.00 |
| 27 Jun 2025 - 17 Jul 2025 | £1,495.00 |
| 18 Jul 2025 - 28 Aug 2025 | £1,550.00 |
| 29 Aug 2025 - 11 Sep 2025 | £1,295.00 |
| 12 Sep 2025 - 02 Oct 2025 | £1,095.00 |
| 03 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 2025 | £1,295.00 |
| 24 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 | £995.00 |
| 19 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,550.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,550.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. 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.
Reviews
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Second time we have stayed. Incredibly well set up and equipped compared to other places we’ve stayed. Lots of space, in...
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Nothing too much trouble for owners, cottage in excellent condition and beautifully presented
Great cottage, well equipped, clean and tidy in Strachur on Loch Fyne, with lovely hill views. Close to the lake, some b...
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This cottage was just wonderful, with amazing views down the valley especially from the bedrooms. The area is beautiful,...
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What a fantastic cottage for a week in such beautiful countryside. Very well placed to reach many great and beautiful pl...
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'We’ve had a lovely week in Fern Cottage exploring the local area. Our time has been improved by the beautifully equipped property.'
'Wonderful house, great location. We had a fantastic stay – Many thanks. '
'We have had a wonderful week in Argyll exploring all the lovely places and the weather has been kind to us. The house is lovely and very well equipped.'
'We loved the cottage. we have seen a lot of places in the area. The filling station was a good place to buy groceries. We went around the Cowal peninsula. The Ardkinglass Garden was a lovely, tranquil place to walk through.'
'Wonderful cottage, everything anyone could need for a family holiday. We recommend you try Crinan, it is truly beautiful. Lovely walks by the sea and canal. Also, close by, Tayvallich as well – stunning scenery!'
'Second time in Fern Cottage, we had a great time here in the beautiful and well-equipped house. I'm sure we will see Strachur and Fern Cottage again in near future. '
'Thank you again for a lovely week in a real home from home. We’ve had such a relaxing time, with a few walks and lots of lazy days too. Kids loved the games and the instruments. Hope to return – I'm sure we will!'
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Guest Comments
'We’ve had a lovely week in Fern Cottage exploring the local area. Our time has been improved by the beautifully equipped property.'
'Wonderful house, great location. We had a fantastic stay – Many thanks. '
'We have had a wonderful week in Argyll exploring all the lovely places and the weather has been kind to us. The house is lovely and very well equipped.'
'We loved the cottage. we have seen a lot of places in the area. The filling station was a good place to buy groceries. We went around the Cowal peninsula. The Ardkinglass Garden was a lovely, tranquil place to walk through.'
'Wonderful cottage, everything anyone could need for a family holiday. We recommend you try Crinan, it is truly beautiful. Lovely walks by the sea and canal. Also, close by, Tayvallich as well – stunning scenery!'
'Second time in Fern Cottage, we had a great time here in the beautiful and well-equipped house. I'm sure we will see Strachur and Fern Cottage again in near future. '
'Thank you again for a lovely week in a real home from home. We’ve had such a relaxing time, with a few walks and lots of lazy days too. Kids loved the games and the instruments. Hope to return – I'm sure we will!'