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Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Exterior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 263 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking

Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking

At the beginning of the Ardnamurchan Peninsular and in the centre of Lochaber,
this is one of the most unspoilt areas of the West Coast of Scotland. The mountains are so close you can almost touch them, and the sea is but a stone's throw away.

The Garden Studio is set within an eight acre plantsmans garden with an important collection of Rhododendrons, Acers and Sorbus as well as viewpoints and garden benches for far reaching views towards Ben Nevis and Glencoe. Off the beaten track of the main tourist attractions of Fort William, Glencoe and the Nevis Range you are still within each reach, with a twenty minute drive to find them all. The flowering season for the garden is April and May and we also have amazing Autumn colour during September and October. For Garden Lovers these are the months to visit.

Catch a ferry for a short five minute crossing and enter another world of peace and quiet away from the A82.

Walk for five minutes to a sandy beach with footpaths to the shipping way mark in the middle of Loch Linnhe and look south towards the isle of Lismore and beyond to the Firth of Lorn. Watch the seals on the rocky outcrops in the loch, reachable at low tide or go out at dusk to try and spot an otter returning from its evening feed.
Walk along the old drove road in Glen Gour between the hills towards Strontian where you might see and eagle, Golden or White tailed. There are several Corbetts within walking distance of the house so you can even spend a day climbing a hill without using your car.

Parking is for one car and there is access to a locked carpark if required.
With a self contained garden, this cottage is dog friendly for a maximum of two for a fee.

Architect designed to a high eco specification, the open plan living space has passive ventilation, large dining table for six and two french doors opening onto a private courtyard garden surrounded by a hedge of roses. There is a wood burner and underfloor central heating and an enormous bookshelf of books. Perfect for a winter holiday as well as the more conventional summer months, the Garden Studio is open throughout the year. Supplied with a smart TV and Free sat box it is the perfect place for a cosy winter retreat. There are two bathrooms, one ensuite with a double ended bath and on the ground floor, a wet room with walk in rain shower.

Wifi is provided on a community network. The water is from a private supply and goes through a UV treatment tube, ensuring delicious soft highland water with no chemicals.

Home grown produce is occasionally available with fresh herbs and salads grown in the polytunnel. Homemade marmalade and chutney are part of the welcome pack, inspired by the cookery book written by previous owner, Constance Spry. Free range eggs are provided from our hens and sometimes we have honey from our local beekeeper.

Property manager

Anna & Norrie Maclaren

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 678 sq ft (63 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Fee £25 per pet x2 max and house rules

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HI-40019-F, HI-40019-F

Property is also known as

Cosy Garden Cottage Two Sea Views Ben Nevis Fort William
Cosy Garden Cottage Two Sea Views Ben Nevis
Cosy Garden Two Sea Views Ben Nevis Fort William
Cosy Garden Two Sea Views Ben Nevis
Cosy Garden Cottage Two Sea Views Ben Nevis Fort William
Cosy Garden Cottage Two Sea Views Ben Nevis
Cosy Garden Two Sea Views Ben Nevis Fort William
Cosy Garden Two Sea Views Ben Nevis
Cosy Two Sea Views Ben Nevis

About the neighborhood

Map
Fort William, Highland

What's nearby

  • Loch Leven - 16 min drive
  • The Dragons Tooth Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Glencoe Folk Museum - 22 min drive
  • Highland Titles Nature Reserve - 29 min drive
  • Ben Nevis - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 26 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bulas Bar & Bistro at Ballachulish House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ardgour Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Four Seasons - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Restaurant and Bistro - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Club House, Dragon's Tooth Golf Course - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Loch Linnhe and Lochaber Geopark. Loch Leven and Pixel Spirits Distillery are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Garden Cottage For Two, Close To The Sea And With Views Of Ben Nevis and Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant stay
Lovely cottage and friendly and helpful hosts. Beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

MK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Singular cottage
Quirky cottage . Very quiet. Good location. Lovely gardens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Liss, Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely studio in a beautiful part of the highlands.The
We enjoyed our stay very much. The studio was lovely in a beautiful setting
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Lovely Stay
Anna & Norrie have created a jewel in the peaceful countryside along Loch Linnhe. We enjoyed every minute and the Garden Cottage was everything we wanted and more for our stay in the Highlands. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful location.
The cottage is perfect for a relaxing break. Set in beautiful surroundings the accommodation has everything needed. Hosts Anna and Norrie are warm and welcoming, theres plenty to do and see right from the doorstep or lots on offer further afield. Highly recommended if looking to visit Scotland.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Beautiful property in an amazing location to explore the highlands
The property was clean, perfectly situated and well kitted out. It was dog friendly so perfect for us with our labrador who had a great time exploring Scotland. Norrie was very friendly and helpful, overall a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

A wonderful oasis in an amazing location
We had a lovely stay - well equipped cottage, great location, amazing hillside garden where I spent time just exploring or sitting on the bench overlooking the loch. Thankfully the weather was very kind to us. Thank you so much to Anna and Norrie for their hospitality - we hope to visit again soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

miss Jane C.

peaceful homely holiday heaven
A beautiful and well designed garden studio set in a peaceful pretty garden setting with walks and views all around it Everything you need is catered for and the owners are extremely helpful and very pleasant The area is stunning and plenty to see and do and lots of wildlife to see
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful tranquil cottage
Lovely little gem off the beaten path of more touristy areas but good location to explore area of Glenfinnan, Ben Nevis and Glen Coe etc. We really enjoyed are stay in this beautiful little property which was so peaceful and quiet with lovely garden to explore, and that had lovely view from the top. Norries tip for drink on seat up top a very good idea :) Thank you so much Anna and Norrie for our stay, we were very sad it went to quick so hope to be back again soon. Justin and Gwen :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Graham H.

Beautiful and cosy cottage with everything we needed. Incredible garden.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage and found it very relaxing. We did a lot of walking in the local area and appreciated being able to return to a huge basket of logs for the burner. We would really love to see the garden at other times of the year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Beautiful!
Lovely cottage and gardens. Local walks and a Great location to explore Ardamurchan, and surrounding areas. Anna and Norrie were wonderful hosts they were fun, informative and made you feel welcome. We hope to return for more adventures in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well equipped, nicely decorated and beautifully set
Highly recommended! We were very warmly welcomed and felt at home immediately. The Garden Studio is comfortable, well equipped and nicely decorated. Avid readers will happily spend an occasional rainy day browsing the eclectic collection of books provided. The guide books and maps provided offer many ideas to explore the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home
With all this madness going on in the world, I can safely say we had a lovely time away with the holiday. Our best wishes to all at ard daraich In this difficult time. The holiday was out of this world
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Beautiful!
Garden cottage was lovely! Was everything and more. Very clean and comfortable. Norrie and Anna were wonderful hosts, informative and fun to talk to. good location to explore Ardamurchan and surrounding areas. Lots of local walks and Isle of Mull very easy to get to.. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Fantastic Garden Cottage
What a great cottage in a garden. Away from the busy streets of Fort William (by ferry). Amazing highland landscape, a few lochs in walking distance too. The pictures do not do it justice. The owners are right next door and very accommodating with any questions or concerns. They also have access to provisions that are better than what you find in town. We could not have been happier.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location
My wife and I brought the dog with us to stay at this cottage in the highlands. It is a beautiful setting and walking distance from a little loch beach. We spent very little time actually at the cottage and the immediate surrounding area since there is so much to do within driving distance. We'd get back each evening and put our feet up, make some food and watch the TV or have a go at one of their jigsaws. The cottage has an enclosed garden with opening glass doors onto them to watch the dog (chase the frogs) in the garden. The owners were very attentive and willing to help in any way. Their fresh bread was lovely and the eggs had the biggest yolks in them i've ever come across! We are hoping to return here again in the future since there is so much that we still want to see. We would definitely try and book this cottage again if we did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Urlaubsglück
Ein wunderschönes Haus, sehr geschmackvoll und gemütlich. Super nette Gastgeber. Eine herrliche Landschaft, einsame Wanderungen in den Bergen oder am Wasser. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Großartiges Cottage in fantastischer Umgebung
Das Garden Studio ist toll eingerichtet und bietet für zwei Personen sehr viel Raum. Es ist so gemütlich, dass man bei Regentagen auch gerne zuhause bleibt. Anna und Norrie sind äußerst freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Die Landschaft und die Natur der Umgebung sind schlicht atemberaubend. Nur zu empfehlen!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Berlin, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr zu empfehlen!
Anna und Nortie sind hervorragende Gastgeber, immer verfügbar, hilfsbereit, voller Tipps und super freundlich ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Der Garten und die Umgebung sind traumhaft schön, wenn man die Abgeschiedenheit mag oder einfach mal dem Großstadtrummel entkommen möchte. Fußläufig gibt es einen steinigen aber wunderschönen einsamen Strand mit eigener Robbenkolonie auf eine nahen Insel.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage and relaxing break
We had a lovely time staying here. The cottage was lovely and we felt right at home. The location is great and we were able to see so many beautiful sights throughout our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARK H., Lancashire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio Retreat
Exactly as described, couldn't have asked for a nicer out of the way location for a relaxing holiday Anna and Norrie are lovely people, the studio was spotless, cosy and had everything you could need including a lovely welcome pack of goodies Plenty of walking, Cycling and driving routes right on your doorstep with jaw dropping views The crossing from Corran over to Ardgour is a tad pricy at £10.00 each way if doing regular trips across in the car f.o.c for foot passengers, we decided to buy a book of 30 tickets for £76.80 which in the long run saved us quite a lot and still have some tickets left over so we will be returning within the 12 month Month (got to get your monies worth) Thank you Anna and Norrie for sharing your lovely Studio look forward to a return visit Kind Regards Mark & Sharon
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil
When booking the property: communicated all information needed to facilitate our stay clarified Covid precautions etc. Situated close to the loch and river the property is simple and cosy but provides everything you need for a comfortable stay including internet, Netflix! and an extensive, fairly eclectic book collection. Annie and Norrie happy to help but not intrusive. Loved it !!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and tranquility
Garden studio is a fantastic place to stay. Remote, quite location but within easy reach of the Corran ferry ( 5 mins). After a day exploring on the pebble beach at the end of the lane or going bit further to glen finnan or down to the wildlife hide , if was lovely to come back to the snug cottage and lite the log burner. The Cottage was warm with underfloor heating, bright with double patio doors and cosy with 2 lovely big couches to relax on. Loved hearing the owls in the night in the tree in the garden. The hillside garden is a wonderful haven with great views of the Loch from the benches at the top. Brewery 5 mins down road does fresh baked bread 2 mornings a week and pizza on a Friday. All fab. Have a pint while waiting for your pizza. Recommend this cottage if you want to get away from it all and enjoy proper Scotland. Thanks to Anna and Norrie for a great welcome .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

fiona d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious, flora and fauna everywhere
What a wonderful tardis of a house. It felt like home away from home and Anna and Norrie had thought of everything, even down to a wee dram of the best whisky we've ever had. I loved watching the huge array of birds pm the feeder, and the sight of a greater spotted woodpecker each day was such a treat. The garden is inspiring, stunning and slightly mind boggling in its scale and intricacy. Wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

richard l., huntington woods

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best in the UK
Anna and Nori are the finest house available. The cottage and garden have no equal. Nori and Anna certainly have attention to detail and have all the bases covered. The location is spectacular and The warmth of the hosts simply adds to the adventure. We would come back again at a moments notice. Let’s read this one a five star