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Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 19

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+

This impressive detached Manor House with private Hot Tub is the perfect destination for large family gatherings, private house parties, intimate weddings and other celebrations. Having started life as a girl’s school, laterally it has run as a luxury 4* hotel. Having undergone even more refurbishment this country house on the Isle of Bute occupies a prime position on the water's edge, with unsurpassed views across the Clyde, along the Ayrshire coast and beyond.

Having had a great reputation as a luxury hotel, Chandlers Country House has brought all of the elegance and charm that the most discerning of guest could want and developed this Self Catering Country House for you to enjoy.

The house itself has a cozy welcoming feel about it. A Grand Piano is the focus of the lounge, accompanied by guitars, & music stands and enough comfy seating for everyone. The dining room hosts a selection of dining tables able to seat at least 18 furnished again with a music sound bar. With a premises license, weddings can be held here. We can even help or simply advise on any catering requirements. The house is a twenty minute walk away from the main seaside town of Rothesay, which is populated with cafes, restaurants, public houses and an array of independent shops.


Grand piano with selection of guitars in Living Room with carpeted floor, views over the water.
Dining Room with carpeted floor, views over the water.
Kitchen with 6 burner range, 1 combi oven, 1 electric oven, an array of fridges & freezers, dishwasher, washing machine & plenty of workspace to satisfy the neediest of wannabe chefs.

Ground floor:
2 King-size bedrooms with Sofabed areas & en-suite shower rooms.

First floor:
1 Super King-size bedroom with sofabed area and bath/shower ensuite.
1 King- size bedroom
I King-size bedroom with additional bed
1 Double bedroom, all with ensuite bathrooms.

All bedrooms have flat screen TV’s and salon style hairdryers.

Gas Central Heating and Hot Water.
All windows newly fitted, double glazed and operational.
Luxurious bed linen and towels inc.
2 Travel Cots, 1 Highchair.
Wi-Fi.
Large panoramic terrace with luxury hot tub & large fire pit with ample dining and seating.
Enclosed lawned garden
Ample parking.
Cycle store.
No smoking.
The top floor of the house is a separate 3 bedroomed apartment that can be added on for an additional charge should extra bedrooms be required.


As the most easily accessible of all the Scottish Islands, a vacation on the Isle of Bute will not disappoint. The island has been named as one of National Geographic’s 'Top10' global adventure trips.

The West Island Way Walk starts in a wee village close by and is just one of the breathtaking walks available on the island.
There are three golf courses on the island, cycle tracks, horse riding, sailing, kayaking, swimming pools, a cinema and an abundance of wildlife to see.

A popular destination for fishing, the inland lochs are popular with anglers for coarse and game fishing. Loch Fad offers anglers an opportunity to fish for rainbow trout and is only 3 mile from the house, for anyone with an interest in sea angling you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Within walking distance is Mount Stuart House, a Gothic Revival country house and the ancestral home of the Marquesses of Bute. It was designed by Sir Robert Rowand Anderson for the 3rd Marquess of Bute in the late 1870’s after a fire destroyed the earlier house by Alexander McGill in 1877. Open to the public with its beautiful gardens to explore, the house has become a popular location for wealthy celebrity weddings including Stella McCartney and JB Gill from the band JLS.

Property manager

Andrew Moffat

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor House Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor House Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor House Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor Ascog
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor House Rothesay
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor
Stunning Victorian Detatched Country Manor House

About the neighborhood

Map
Ascog, SCT

What's nearby

  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Rothesay Castle - 5 min drive
  • Bute Museum - 5 min drive
  • Rosslyn Castle - 6 min drive
  • Mount Stuart - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Wemyss Bay Station - 53 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kingarth Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fintry Bay Tearooms - ‬114 min drive
  • ‪Struan Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Osborne - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Ettrick Bay Tea Room - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+ located?

This family-friendly Rothesay vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ardencraig Gardens and Ascog Fernery and Garden. Bute Museum and Rosslyn Castle are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Country Property, Spectacular Seaviews & Hot Tub, 6 en-suite bedrooms Sleeps 12+ Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Heather T.

Beautiful setting, misleading listing, surprise money grab by owners
The property was falsely listed as having a bedroom with a king bed, queen bed and sofa bed in one bedroom – this led us to believe we could house all our family members with no issues. Upon arrival the room was not as described and had only a king bed and sofa bed which caused an unexpected inconvenience for sleeping arrangements. Other rented areas of the house were not mentioned on the rental information and we were surprised to discover that we shared the building with other tenants. The rental listing was listed as having a washer and dryer – we discovered that there was no dryer which caused much more laundry issues than we planned for on our vacation. There were surveillance cameras in the common areas of the house that felt intrusive and creepy. The living room had a pervasive odor of cigarette smoke. In addition, everyone who used the hot tub developed a rash caused by a bacteria (“hot tub rash”) due to poor chemical balance. The information about the rash and possible chemical issue was provided as a courtesy to the owner upon our departure, who claimed it wasn’t an issue. These multiple inconveniences were something we were willing to deal with at the time as we were trying to enjoy Bute and our family vacation. However, considering the price that we paid for this house, these were legitimate issues that made this not the ideal vacation home we were promised. Several days after leaving, the owner sent a picture of a small, light stain on an unknown piece of furniture, which was difficult to identify from the picture. Before leaving the residence, we reviewed every room in the rental and did not notice any such issues. It is unknown where or when this stain occurred and the owners have not provided any proof that it was not already there or that we caused this. We offered to pay a modest cleaning fee but the owners have insisted that all the couch cushions need to be replaced for a total of £880, which is honestly outrageous and we have disputed with VRBO. We wish we stayed somewhere else as Bute is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty M., Milpitas

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful!
Due to the Covid pandemic, our vacation to this delightful spot has been delayed but the owners have been wonderful to work with and so helpful in rescheduling our visit for next year. The manor house looks beautiful and we can hardly wait to meet the owners when we finally fulfill our travel plans in 2022.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for large groups
We stayed at Chandler's and found it to be large, comfortable and ideally situated. We were in a party of 17 and the house never once felt small. The deck area was a nice place to sit and relax in the evening. It has a fantastic view out over the sea and to the peninsula. The house itself is very close to Mount Stuart which is definitely worth a visit. It's also a short walk or bus journey from the town which is really handy. Buses are pretty regular if you don't have a car with you. We went to a place called Harry Haw's for dinner and the service and food were excellent. The hosts at Chandler's were very helpful and made it easy for us to enjoy our stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Shona P.

Beautiful house and great location
Terrace was not safe for small children and hadn't realised there was no garden( my fault). However the house worked well for us. A larger fridge would be good for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

Exceeded expectations fabulous
Like hiring a 5 star hotel for ourselves Nothing to fault Fantastic from start to finish Great value for money
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2017