Property Overview
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One of the most beautiful lochs on the Scottish West Coast, where the Highlands comes down to the ocean - an idyllic location for all.
"An escape for all seasons" is how you can describe the cottages at Melfort Harbour located on Loch Melfort - one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland, protected on the seaward side by uninhabited islands and sheltered by the hills of Melfort to the North.
There are 15 delightful self catering lochside houses which offer the ultimate in comfortable living and spectacular views from the balconies.
Each cottage is different in layout and varies in size to sleep 2-6 persons. In most houses each bedroom has its own en suite facility which is opulence indeed.
There is a choice of 1 to 3 bedroomed harbour cottages, which are finished to the highest standards, providing freedom, flexibility, privacy and service. Sensible and thoughtful design make the harbour houses blend with the environment and each property is to a Scandinavian design with all "home from home" comforts with a few extras.
These include modern leather suites, underfloor heating, digital TV, Free Wi Fi, CD player, dishwasher, microwave & laundry facilities. Some have a log fire, perfect for winter evenings. All the beds are made ready for your arrival. Three cottages are wheelchair accessible, on one floor with ramps, parking for easy access, and all
the required facilities - STB 2 Cat. II disabled awarded. Please see further cottage details/layouts below for more information.
Most guests come to Melfort to do nothing more strenuous than look at the view, climb into the spa bath, potter over to the balcony, feed the birds, read a book or fall asleep. Others find their pleasures getting out and about, including golf, horse riding, boat trips, kayaking, go karting and diving. The area is second to none for wildlife and walking. There are panoramic views to Jura, Mull and Colonsay. National Trust properties can be visited from here.
This is indeed an extremely comfortable base to relax and unwind and choose the things you want to do when you want to do them.
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Property Facilities |
Local Area & Highlights |
Typical cottage layout includes:
- Well equipped cottages with open plan living area including good quality leather suites
- 5 cottages are suitable for Wheelchair use with ground floor living accommodation and adapted for mobility requirements - STB 2 Cat
- Underfloor heating with open fire in several cottages
- FREE Wi Fi, Digital TV's, CD player & DVD
- Kitchen facilities include cooker - electric hob, oven and extractor fan
Microwave, Dishwasher, Fridge, Freezer
- Selected cottages have a washing machine/tumble dryer
- Most bedrooms have ensuite facilities, see bedroom options below
- Private balcony area with garden furniture
- Selected cottages furnished with a log fire - Logs complimentary supply for your arrival
- Sauna & Spa bath (some have sun bed option)
- Ironing Board & Iron, Hair Dryer, Vacuum Cleaner
- Mooring for boats
- All duvets, linen provided, beds all made up upon arrival
- Pets welcome - 2 pets per house at £20.00 per pet
- Cot/high chair/change pad/stairgate - £10.00
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Office open 7 days/week, 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Parking available alongside each cottage
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A starter supply of soap, toilet paper, kitchen roll, dishwasher powder, washing up liquid
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- Mountains, lochs, watersports, fishing, wildlife & exploring
- 16 miles south of Oban, 18 miles north of Lochgilphead
- Loch Etive Cruises & boat hire - www.sea-fishing-loch-etive.co.uk
- Kayaks for rent - www.nationalkayakschool.com
- Gemini Cruises, Crinan, pick up from Melfort Pier at extra cost
- Sea.fari Adventures,
- Caledonian MacBrayne day cruises, Oban
- Craignish Cruises, Ardfern
- Craobh Haven Watersports
- Puffin Dive Centre, Oban -
Provides a wide variety of diving activities including half day trips and courses
- Tralee Rally Karting - open weekends and school holidays
- Gunpowder factory remains in Melfort
- Standing stones near Kilmartin en route to Lochgilphead
- Ardchattan Priory, founded in 1230 by Vaalliscaulian monks
- Kilmartin Archaeological Museum
- Easdale Island Museum
- Oban War & Peace Exhibition, Oban
- Barcaldine Castle
- Inveraray Castle
- Torosay Castle and Gardens
- Kinlochlaich House Gardens and Plant Centre
- Glencruitten Golf Club, Dalmally Golf Club, Taynuilt Golf Club
- Swimming at Atlantis Leisure
- Cruachan Power Station
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Cottage Options |
Local Facilities & Options |
One Bedroom Options (Sleep 2):
- Admiral Suite - single storey, upstairs - double ensuite - sunbed/sauna, spa bath
- Commodore Suite - single storey, upstairs - king size double ensuite- sunbed/sauna, spa bath
- Bridge Deck - single storey, upstairs - king size double ensuite - sauna, spa bath
Two Bedroom Options (sleeps up to 4):
- Crows Nest - single storey, upstairs - king size double, twin or king size, both ensuite
- Anchorage - single storey, ground floor - double, twin or king size, both ensuite, wheelchair suitable
- Dockmaster - 2/3 bedrooms all ensuite, ground floor - 1 double, 1 twin, first floor - 1 twin, wheelchair suitable
- Quayside - single storey, ground floor - king size double, 1 twin, both ensuite (sauna & spa jacuzzi bath)
- Harbour Master - single storey, up steps - double ensuite, 1 twin - sunbed/sauna, spa bath
- Pier North - 2 storey - ground floor - double ensuite, 1 twin, first floor living area - sunbed/sauna, spa bath
- Pier East - 2 storey - ground floor - double ensuite, 1 twin, first floor living area - sunbed/sauna, spa bath
- Mooring Master - single storey, ground floor - king size double, twin or king double ensuite, wheelchair suitable
- Pier West - 2 storey - ground floor - double ensuite, triple bunk bedroom (double/single), first floor - living area
Three Bedroom Options (sleeps up to 6):
- Captains Quarters - 2 storey - double ensuite, twin ensuite, double
- Dock Master - 2/3 bedrooms all ensuite, ground floor - 1 double, 1 twin, first floor - 1 twin, wheelchair suitable
- Boathouse East - 2 storey - 2 doubles, 1 twin all ensuite
- Boathouse West - 2 storey - 2 doubles, 1 twin all ensuite, wheelchair suitable
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Local Facilities:
- Free fishing from the pier (mackerel from July to late August)
- All other fishing is permit fishing - Kilmelford shop
- Fishing lessons at Inverawe, rods provided
- Free use of rowing boats - do feel free to bring your own sailing boat or windsurfer
- Moorings available in harbour
- Ardfern Cycle Hire
- Ardfern Riding Centre, Appaloosa horses
- Treatments available - Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Therapeutic massage
- Lord of the Isles Restaurant
- Ganavan Sands - Oban
- Tralee Beach, Benderloch
Options & Additional Information:
- Reception available every day for advice
- Deluxe Welcome Pack - Champagne, Choc's, & Flowers - £55.00
- Electricity is included
- Logs complimentary supply for your arrival - for cottages with log burners
- Arrival from 4.00pm & 10.00am departure
- All linen and towels are provided
- Beds are made up ready for your arrival
- Pets friendly - £20.00 per pet per week (max. 2)
- Cot/high chair/change pad/stairgate - £10.00
- Short breaks available all year round - Flexible start dates
- Pay phone on site
- Free WiFi
- Bring your own kayak, windsurf, dinghy or diving equipment
- Free use of rowing boats with life jackets
- Mooring & harbour berths available upon requests
- Booking Terms: Click here to view full booking and hire conditions
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