Cologin Farmhouse - Lerags Glen, Oban, Argyll, Scottish Highlands

Cologin Country Holidays

These family run self catering chalets, lodges and cottages are tucked away in Lerags Glen just 2.5 miles south of the bustling seaside town of Oban - 'Gateway to the Isles'. Nestled between the hills with glorious, untamed countryside all around, the chalets are a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

• Well established & family run.
• Play park & friendly ducks & chickens
• Senior Citizen Discounts
• Level Access
• Country Pub on site
• Fishing Loch
• Superb Walks & Forest Trails
• Pet Friendly
• Perfect for Groups or Couples
• Large Farmhouse ideal for families

With 14 lodges, 4 chalets, Cruachan Cottage and Cologin Farmhouse there are plenty of different accommodation options to choose from including pet free, pet friendly and disabled access. From Spring 2006 all properties became non-smoking to comply with the new Scottish legislation. All properties have efficient heating in every room and the hot water and fridge will be on for your arrival. Your beds will be made up and if you have booked to use the sofa bed/s extra linen will be left as required. Towels are provided as standard in Cruachan and Cologin Farmhouse and can be hired for all other properties.

Barbeques are available on request (provide your own charcoal) in the lodges and chalets and if you finish your holiday reading feel free to swap it for another book from the library collection.

The launderette has both washing machines and dryers (operated by pound coins) and in addition there are extra facilities for divers, cyclists and walkers, including dehumidifiers, under-cover storage areas and cold water wash for boats, etc.

Cologin properties are all equipped with

• Paper goods (loo roll, kitchen roll), J-cloth and bin bags
• Washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets if appropriate
• Oven gloves, T-towels and bathmat
• Iron, ironing board, hoover
• Torch, spare light bulb and candles
• Freeview Satellite TV with 200+ TV and Digital Radio stations

Cologin is less than 3 miles from Oban but to get the most out of your stay in Argyll we recommend that you have access to a car during your visit.

Around and About Cologin & Oban

Fishing for wild brown trout is free for Cologin guests from the owners boat on Loch Gleann a'Bhearraidh! This lovely loch is just under one mile's gentle walk up through the forest in the hills above Cologin and the views are quite spectacular. The walk to the loch is part of a way marked Forestry Commission trail through our hills and the gentle incline means that it is suitable for all ages and abilities.

- Our boat on the loch can also be booked just for fun and is freely available (with buoyancy aids) to Cologin guests. Pack a picnic and enjoy messing about on the water!

- There's plenty more to do in the area and a host of other outdoor activities including walking, riding, cycling and that great Scottish game - golf.

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Oban
The beautiful and bustling town of Oban under 3 miles from Cologin deserves its reputation as the 'Gateway to the Isles'. It boasts Caledonian MacBrayne's west coast ferry port serving Mull, Iona, Colonsay, Islay and many islands in between. Its scenery is quite stunning.

As the largest town in the area, Oban has three excellent supermarkets, a cinema, sports centre with swimming pool, sailing club, bowling club, tennis courts, golf course, charming shops, its own distillery, a sandy beach and a great variety of pubs and restaurants.

Isle of Mull
One of the most popular day trips from Oban is the ferry to the Isle of Mull. If you've got young children a visit to 'Balamory' is a must! Whilst Tobermory hardly needed a toddler tourism boom, the town has now accepted its starring role in the TV series. If you do go wear flat heels as all the Balamory houses are on the hill above Tobermory bay!

Fort William
About an hours drive up the coast from Oban is the Highland town of Fort William the self-styled 'outdoor capital of Scotland'. With Britain's highest mountain - Ben Nevis - and the munros of Glencoe there are certainly plenty of great walking, climbing, mountain biking and skiing opportunities.

Inveraray
The former 'capital' of Argyll, the delightful town of Inveraray lies just under 40 miles south of Oban on the shores of Loch Fyne. The current town was planned and built between 1753 and 1776 replacing the old town which was demolished to make room for the rebuilding of Inveraray Castle. The castle is open to visitors and is well worth a visit as is Inveraray Jail - a great place to take the family.

Other Options & Links

• Oban is a bustling holiday town and Gateway to the Isles; from here you can take a Calmac Ferry to many islands including Mull, Iona, Tiree, Colonsay and Barra.
• Keep fit or go swimming at Oban's very own Atlantis Leisure
• Visit the Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary
• Enjoy the thrills of a Sea Fari Adventure - a high speed rib which leaves from Easdale, look out for dolphins and seals at play.
  
  Further North
  
• Fort William, home of Ben Nevis, is known as the Outdoor Capital of Scotland and has a wide variety of bars and shops to suit every taste.
• Glencoe is only a 40 minute drive away and provides an awe inspiring trip through its central valley, it is without doubt one of the most beautiful places in Europe.
• Ardnamurchan, the most westerly point in Europe is just a short ferry ride away.
• The Road to the Isles from Fort William to Mallaig is a route steeped in history and you can end your trip with a journey on the Jacobean Steam Train.
  

Visitor Information:

• National Trust for Scotland
• Nevis Range
• Visit Highlands
• The Seafood Trail
• Gardens of Argyll
• VisitScotland Wildlife
• Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park
• Visit Cruachan

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