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Sula Cottage is a very
comfortable, modern
house situated in the heart of the West Coast sailing village of Ardfern. It is the
home of family It is not VisitScotland quality
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Argyll is a beautiful and unspoilt part of Scotland with an ancient story to tell reaching back into prehistory. It has a huge range of things to do, sights to see and places to go, from the spectacle of busy fishing and yachting centres like Crinan and Tarbert to the shops, cafes and local activity of towns such as Oban and Lochgilphead. The village of Ardfern has long had a reputation as the 'left bank of Argyll' and is home to an eclectic mix of engaging locals, 'white settlers' and ageing hippies! Exploring
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As the epicentre of Argyll holidaymaking, the Oban area is particularly well served with visitor attractions, places to eat and interesting shopping. (Not to mention websites) It is also the best place for basic provisions as it has a large and well-stocked Tesco store open 7 days a week. Oban is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles' because of the many ferry routes and daily boat trips which originate in the small port. Mull is an easy day trip from the cottages and has many popular visitor attractions such as Duart Castle, a narrow gauge steam railway, a unique 'Little Theatre', a distillery and much more. And, of course, you could always visit Balamory (Tobermory), home of the BBC's acclaimed TV programme and fun to explore for teenies, tweenies and even oldies! A bit further south, Iona is famous for its Abbey and religious community, but you may need an overnight stay to do it justice. Eating out There are many places to eat within a few miles, from good pub grub to fine restaurants specialising in the local seafood, including the Loch Melfort Hotel just five minutes away, the Waterfront Restaurant in Oban and, of course, the renowned Crinan Hotel. Other ideas are given in a list of Our Recommendations available in the cottages.
Activities Argyll is also ideal walking, golfing and fishing country and is renowned for many fine and special gardens. Kids and adults alike seem to love the Sea.fari boat trips round the islands - a cross between a wildlife tour and a funfair ride! Because the coast is so spectacular, the 'interior' of Mid Argyll, around Loch Awe, is often overlooked despite offering wonderful countryside and holiday activities. Much of the landscape is forested at lower levels, and this offers a wide variety of forest walks within easy reach. There is good loch and river fishing from Loch Awe in the north all the way down to the southern tip of Kintyre. Oban and Lorn Angling Club also do a Guide to the Lochs nearby. And there are eight different golf courses to the north and nine to the south. |
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Within a short drive there is much education and entertainment to be found at places such as the The Scottish Sealife and Marine Sanctuary, the Rare Breeds Farm, Inveraray Castle and Inveraray Jail on the spectacular and surprisingly long Loch Fyne, Cruachan Power Station, and Auchindrain Township Museum. There is even a Poultry and Waterfowl Park for those with a particular interest in domestic birds! And no trip to Scotland is complete without visiting a distillery such as the ones at Oban or Campbeltown. Many famous areas of Scotland are easily within reach of a day out, including Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Kintyre and Campbeltown.
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Ardfern is situated on the sheltered coast of the Craignish
Peninsula. This is a ten mile promontory stretching out into the islands of the
Inner Hebrides from the coastal road where Mid-Argyll meets Lorne. The country
here is some of the most beautiful in Scotland, and some of its least
discovered. The shoreline is rugged, craggy, indented, but not without its
gentle coves and beaches - as well as many islands where seals bask and sea
birds nest, and where a careful observer may see both eagles and otters. Above
the shoreline the land is lush and undulating, with many remaining fragments of
the Caledonian Forest giving shelter amidst oaks and pines to a great diversity
of animals and wild flowers.
Ardfern has its own pub, the Galley of Lorne, just a few steps from the cottage, which serves food seven days a week. Right beside it is the Crafty Kitchen, a café and craft shop in one. |
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Situated right in the heart of the friendly, bustling sailing village
of Ardfern, Sula Cottage is an ideal home-from-home. Although it
doesn't have sea views, it is a very comfortable and well-equipped
cottage which has the advantage of being right in the village and just
a stone's throw from the Galley of Lorne pub!
Living Area As a recently completed family home, the cottage is fitted and furnished to a high standard throughout. The open-plan downstairs has a well-appointed kitchen beside a spacious, comfortable sitting area which features a log-burning stove. Other features of the living area include large, comfy lounge furniture, stereo CD player, a remote controlled colour TV and DVD/VHS video player. We also maintain a folder of local information and brochures on things to do and places to visit.
In the kitchen we provide quality crockery and cutlery, and lots of pots, pans and cooking utensils. There is even a dishwasher to relieve the drudgery of washing up! Also in the kitchen are a microwave oven, toaster, kettle and cafetier coffee maker, A large fridge/freezer, automatic washing machine, tumble drier and an electric oven and hob complete the range of equipment. The dining area is located between the kitchen and living area, beside large patio doors which open onto the garden for al fresco dining on fine days!
Bedrooms The double-bedded master bedroom is upstairs, with a very comfortable king size 5ft bed and duvet, and an en-suite bathroom with bath/shower. The second bedroom is on the ground floor and has twin beds and plenty of storage space. There is also a family bathroom downstairs, with a shower installed over the bath. 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.
Cleanliness and Comfort The cottages are cleaned and cared for personally by Alison Hampton and Matthew Haggis. We pride ourselves on making sure that it is spotlessly clean and that everything is well maintained and working. We believe that only by doing it ourselves can we ensure that the cottage consistently meets our high standards. The cottage is centrally heated by oil-fired underfloor heating with optional timer function. Therefore the open fire is not needed to keep you warm, and is really there to provide the unique comforting glow that only natural embers can. Coal for the fire, oil and all electricity is provided at no extra cost. Sula Cottage is a no smoking cottage. |
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Getting There
The nearest railway station is in Oban, about 25 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. 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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Terms and Conditions of Let Click here to read our Conditions of Booking. We hope you will agree that they are fair, but if you find any of the terms unacceptable please contact us immediately to discuss your concerns. |
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Do get in touch - we would be happy to answer any questions you may have. If you want to know anything at all about the cottages or the area in 2007 - sula@NOSPAMcraobhcottages.co.uk (remove the word NOSPAM before sending!). Or, of course, you can write, phone or fax... Craobh Haven Cottages
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Argyll
is the ancient homeland of the original 'Scots' whose leader, Kenneth McAplin,
came over from Northern Ireland to claim the kingdom of Dalriada as his own.
It therefore has a unique place in Scottish history and there are many sites of
historical and archaeological interest in the area, including pre-historic stone
circles of awesome mystery. The sixth-century hill fort of Dunadd rises
majestically from the Moine Mhor (Great Moss), which is also a
And
although the 
