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Things to See and Do Around Mid-ArgyllArgyll is a beautiful and unspoilt part of Scotland with an ancient story to tell reaching back into prehistory. Nearby towns and villages offer
many visitor attractions and shops, cafes, local activity, fishing
quays and yachting centres:
Walking, wildlife and wonderful views are here in abundance...
Wanderlust magazine said of the area, "This might be one of the most sparsely populated corners of Britain, but there is plenty to keep visitors enthralled. Outdoor enthusiasts can follow trails through glens and up hillsides, on foot or on horseback. And for rainy days, or more leisurely paced visitors, there are castles and ancient sites to explore." Exploring the History, Landscape and Environment
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In and Around the Village of Craobh HavenThe village of Craobh Haven (the first word is pronounced 'croove', after the Gaelic for a small tree or shrub) is a small, relaxed and welcoming community which was established in 1983. Comprising only about 40 houses, it nestles on the north shore of the Craignish peninsular overlooking a group of small inshore islands which now shelter a yacht marina. The stunning views take in the local islands of Shuna, Seil and Luing, as well as many better known islands from Jura in the South to the highlands of Mull in the North.
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There are so many things to do immediately in and around the village that there is really little need to spend too much time in the car once you've arrived. Village Pub - The Lord of the Isles has just been refurbished and has an excellent reputation, not only for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, but also for introducing high quality restaurant dining and serving tasty bar meals for all the family. Riding Stables - The BHS-approved Lunga Riding Stables is just behind the village, offering Western riding, trekking and hacking on pedigree Appaloosa horses. Sailing and Watersports - Craobh Haven Watersports can provide RYA dinghy sailing courses, boat hire and canoes, right in the village, just a few minutes walk away. Boat Trips - Duncan Phillips'
Farsain boat trips
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But if organised activity is not your thing, there is plenty
of bird and sealife spotting to be done and lots of easy and spectacular walks
and views right from the doorsteps of the cottages. Craobh Haven is also very close to the village and yachting centre of Ardfern, with
Or, heading north, do call into The Quaich village shop and cafe in Kilmelford for great home cooking and more. |
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Craobh Haven is easy to find (click
here or on
the map to the left to see a detailed map. (Or
click here for a Google Map).
It is south of the well-known town of Oban, about half way between Oban and Lochgilphead. It is just over two hours drive from Glasgow via the A82 and A83, about 17 miles north of Lochgilphead on the A816.
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For SatNav users, the postcode is PA31 8UA. We send
detailed directions to the cottage on confirmation of booking, but TomTom
users can also download the location as a Point of Interest file by
right-clicking here and downloading
the zip file.
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The nearest railway station is in Oban, about 20 miles north, but
unfortunately
trains
from Glasgow are fairly infrequent. Oban is also the main port for
Mull and the Islands where you can get ferries
to visit Mull, Iona, Colonsay and other islands as day trips or for
overnight stays. They also do sightseeing cruises.
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The bus from Glasgow stops in Lochgilphead before turning south to Campbeltown. A separate service leaves Lochgilphead in the morning calling in to Craobh Haven on its way to Oban and returning in the afternoon. |
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Situated less than 100 yards from the sea, Craobh Haven Cottages combine the warmth and comfort of home with wonderful, unspoilt views of the islands and sounds of Argyll, from Jura in the South to Mull in the North.
Living AreaTraditionally built to ensure local character and charm, both Cottages have exposed timber beams and feature a real fireplace built with local stone, for which coal is provided free of charge. They are fitted and furnished to an award-winning standard throughout, and undergo continual renewal and improvement. The open-plan downstairs has a well-appointed kitchen beside a separate dining area and a spacious, comfortable sitting area with views to the west across the sea. The fireplace can burn coal, logs and peat. Other features of the living area include a remote controlled 23" flat screen digital TV ('Freeview' channels), a DVD player/VHS video recorder and a CD/cassette player with radio (although radio reception in the area is not good, unfortunately). The cottages have free broadband WiFi and there is also a coin operated telephone for making and receiving calls. There is a selection of DVDs, games and books, and we also maintain a folder of local information and brochures on things to do and places to visit.
BedroomsUpstairs each cottage has a double-bedded master bedroom, with a very comfortable 5ft divan and kingsize duvet, a fitted wash-hand basin and full length wardrobe cupboards. The master bedroom has the west-facing sea view. The second bedroom has twin beds and plenty of storage space. Jura's twin room also has a wash basin and its third bedroom has twin full-size bunk beds. All beds except the bunk beds are fitted with electric blankets. The bathrooms in both cottages were recently refitted and have an electric shower installed over the bath, as well as new basins and baths. Bath, basin and WC are all sparkling white. Bath and hand towels for each guest, duvet covers, sheets and pillowcases are all provided at no extra cost. A cot is available if requested, but this does not have linen as most guests prefer to bring their own. |
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Living Room Kitchen/Dining Main Bedroom Twin Bedroom Bunk Bedroom |
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Living Room Kitchen/Dining Main Bedroom Twin Room View to the West |
A full Description of Islay Cottage's rooms and equipment inventory |
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This animated graphic will hopefully give an idea of the grounds described here. Although Craobh Haven and its environs is private land, the landowners welcome well-behaved visitors who respect the necessary farming and recreational constraints and you should have no difficulty finding interesting walks and secluded coves to explore.
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We welcome well behaved dogs, cats and the occasional exotic beast. By 'well behaved' we mean that we ask you to keep them off the soft furnishings in the cottage (sofas, chairs, beds etc.) and downstairs rather than allow them in the bedrooms. We ask also that you clear up any dog mess deposited on the lawns around the cottages. Although it is quite easy to find areas where dogs can be walked off their leads, we would, of course, expect them to be kept under control at all times and on leads around children and farm animals. There is a charge of £10 per dog per week and a few specific Conditions of Booking which apply to guests who bring pets. Housetrained cats, birds (kept in their cages), hamsters, fish, newts and most other animals smaller than a turkey are free of charge but still subject to the terms of let. An additional charge may be made for any excessive cleaning or damage repair necessary following your stay.
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Each Cottage has a coin operated telephone, and guests are provided with the number for incoming calls on confirmation of booking. If communications are important to you on your holiday, please contact us for advice. Mobile PhonesThe coverage for mobile phones is not good in Argyll and you may not be able to rely on your mobile phone working in the Cottage. Of the UK networks, Vodafone and O2 are probably strongest in the cottage, and Orange is, curiously, available on the shoreline outside the cottage, but not inside! Laptops, Email, WiFi and the InternetWe do not provide computers in the cottages so that it is easy to 'get away from it all'. However, we have installed a broadband WiFi internet connection for anyone who wishes to bring their laptop with them. The broadband service in Craobh is still a bit flaky, so unfortunately we cannot guarantee a continuous connection and we cannot be held liable for any consequences from a lack of wifi or broadband connection. Also, it is the guest's responsibility to ensure that they have appropriate hardware and software to connect to our standard BT Homehub router.
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Craobh Haven is easy to find (click
here or on
the map to the left to see a detailed map. (Or
click here for a Google Map).
It is south of the well-known town of Oban, about half way between Oban and Lochgilphead. It is just over two hours drive from Glasgow via the A82 and A83, about 17 miles north of Lochgilphead on the A816.
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For SatNav users, the postcode is PA31 8UA. We send
detailed directions to the cottage on confirmation of booking, but TomTom
users can also download the location as a Point of Interest file by
right-clicking here and downloading
the zip file.
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The nearest railway station is in Oban, about 20 miles north, but
unfortunately trains
from Glasgow are fairly infrequent. Oban is also the main port for
Mull and the Islands where you can get ferries
to visit Mull, Iona, Colonsay and other islands as day trips or for
overnight stays. They also do sightseeing cruises.
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The bus from Glasgow stops in Lochgilphead before turning south to Campbeltown. A separate service leaves Lochgilphead in the morning calling in to Craobh Haven on its way to Oban and returning in the afternoon. |
Do get in touch - we would be happy to answer any questions you may have. You can Check Availability using a special online form. You can Book online too! Or why not simply email us if you want to know anything at all about the cottages or the area. Email using the address: 2013@NOSPAMcraobhcottages.co.uk (please remove the word NOSPAM before sending - this helps prevent junk email.) Or, of course, you can write, phone or fax... Craobh Haven Cottages
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 There are many links to other websites throughout these pages, especially in the Local Area section (click on words highlighted with blue underline or equivalent). Here we have collected some further links which may help with planning your holiday in Scotland. If we can't help with your self catering accommodation, or if you are looking for alternative places, perhaps to spend a second week or short break, try these:
Links
to other self-catering properties across Scotland who we recommend as known
personally to us or as Members of the ASSC.
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Creative Exchange: A powerful team of facilitators specialising in creative design and facilitation of organisation, team and personal development. www.creativeexchange.co.uk |
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The PF Counselling Service: A
voluntary counselling agency in Edinburgh offering generic counselling to
adults. www.pfcounselling.org.uk |
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