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Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6)

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View from decking
Ardchattan
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
North Ballachulish, Fort William
  • Loch Leven
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Pixel Spirits Distillery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • The Dragons Tooth Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Oban (OBN)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6)

Ardchattan is a stone cottage dating back to the 19th century situated on the Fort William road in the Highland region of Lochaber. The property overlooks a stoney beach, Loch Linnhe and the majestic Beinn Bheithir range of mountains.

To the south lie the villages of Ballachulish and famous Glencoe, home to Glencoe ski resort and mountains such as Aonach Eagach and Bidean nam Bian, all within 20 minutes' drive.

Stunning views across Loch Linnhe to the mountains beyond can be seen from a new private decking area to the rear of the cottage, which is set within a large garden.

The centrally heated cottage has been renovated and provides comfortable accommodation for 4-6 people, consisting of one double bedroom, a second bedroom with two single beds and a double bed settee in the living room. The kitchen diner is a beautifully converted barn with large Velux windows, stone flooring and exposed stone feature wall. The spacious room is fitted with new appliances, including electric hob and oven, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, freezer and microwave.

The living room boasts views to the front and rear, and offers a cosy environment with wood and coal burning stove, including wall-mounted TV with DVD player. Fast Wi-Fi access is also included, which can be used throughout the property.

The cottage has a fully fitted bathroom with combined bath and shower with toilet and sink, along with a separate small WC.

Property manager

David Campbell-Kelly

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is no cot, please bring your own travel cot
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 well-behaved dog subject to age and breed £20 pe
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bath towels are not supplied, please bring your own.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort William

Located in Fort William, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Glencoe Folk Museum and West Highland Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Commando Monument and Inverlochy Castle. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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North Ballachulish, Fort William

What's nearby

  • Loch Leven - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pixel Spirits Distillery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Dragons Tooth Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Glen Coe Visitor Centre - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Ben Nevis - 26 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort William Station - 18 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachaig Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boots Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Glencoe Gathering - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quarry Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bulas Bar & Bistro at Ballachulish House - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated lochside cottage nr Fort William & Glencoe (sleeps 4-6) located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Loch Linnhe, Loch Leven and Pixel Spirits Distillery. The Dragons Tooth Golf Course is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 140 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely cottage

We had a fabulous week, made all the better by staying in this cottage - warm, comfortable and fully equipped for all our needs. Communication with the owner was great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & lovely views

Lovely and exactly what we wanted. Definately would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property in fantastic location

Beautiful property in a perfect location for climbing and skiing.Communication with host was A1.Couldnt reccomend it enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage

The cottage was perfect for us, excellent communication for checking in and had everything you could need. Gorgeous location and a great base in-between Glencoe and Fort William. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New year stsy

Lovely cosy cottage, very clean and warm. Ideally situated between Glen Coe and Fort William with beautiful views to the lake and mountains. Very good Communication with the owner David and would recommend this place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas holiday

We found the property to be really clean and well presented. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Comfy beds giving a good nights sleep. The garden was well used by our dog as it is completely secure so he enjoyed a bit of freedom as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highland break

Great stay as per usual ....no problems with the cottage .....host easily contacted by text if needed....brilliant ... thanks david we ll be back
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cosy Loch side cottage

Was loved by all the family and young dog. Perfect location for exploring the highlands. Directions to the cottage were very easy to follow. Had everything you possibly could have thought of provided and David was super attentive in checking we had all we needed. Log burner was a huge plus for a trip in late October (but in no way a necessity as the central heating was very efficient) and perfect to come back to after a days hiking. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

jeff c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Renovated lochside cottage

Lovely cottage, beautiful surroundings. Holiday cut short by an accident not related to the cottage, which was a shame.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glencoe break

Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Well positioned and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim Harris

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely fabulous

My husband and I (and our dogs) had a lovely week at Wendy and David’s property. The property had everything we needed for our stay. The location is ideal for exploring further afield but there is so much to do/see on the doorstep. We really had a fabulous time and enjoyed some great weather!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mavis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

stay in cottage

The cottage is well equiped and clean has everything you could need for a family to stay this cottage is in a good place to tour the Highlands has lovely views over the loch from windows and seating area at the back i would recommend to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Venue

We had an amazing week in Scotland and the stay at the house made a huge contribution to that. Despite the very changeable weather including June snow, we knew we had a warm and welcoming place to stay after days out in the mountains. This was a great house in an ideal location for exploring Glen Coe and surrounding areas with everything you might need to make it a holiday to remember
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wee piece of Heaven

Very enjoyable had a great 60th also a card and bottle of Red from the owners made it special don't just take my word for it go and see for yourself you wont be disappointed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K., York UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Really enjoyed our stay, comfortable and warm property, great facilitys and an excellent location to get out exploring places. Was really sad to come home, really miss the morning view.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas stay

Very comfortable and well kittes out cottage. We were able to have our Christmas dinner with no issues. Plenty of space and well situated for glorious drives throught the mountains. David provided plenty of information about our stay and was very helpful. Would recommend! Thank you. 🎄😊
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We loved the property, it was the perfect location for us. A nice garden and warm and cosy. The fire was the icing on the cake and our dog throughly enjoyed lying in front of it most evenings. We will definitely return in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and convenient location

The cottage was very comfortable and well laid out. We particularly enjoyed watching sunsets from the decking outside, even in October! Having the lovely Loch Leven Hotel within walking distance was definitely a bonus (and dog friendly too!). It was a great location being so close to the beauty of Glencoe in one direction and the Nevis Range in the other. As well as the convenience of shops in Fort William. David was very friendly and welcoming and we would certainly recommend this cottage to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We have so enjoyed our week at Ardchattan and would thoroughly recommend. The cottage felt very well maintained. Lovely and warm and very clean. Comfortable beds and nice powerful shower. The views are stunning and our dog loved the garden. Could happily have spent another week there. We loved the little beach opposite too and the delicious seafood cafe at Lochleven. David was a very responsive host and made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage well situated

I cannot fault the cottage and the host was contactable should we need assistance with anything. It is so pretty and we found it to be in the perfect place for touring the area. The garden is lovely and the raised patio, although we didnt have the weather to enjoy it. I would recommend 100%.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gabriel p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location to explore the west Coast Highlands

2nd year staying here and continues to provide the perfect location to explore both the Coast and the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L., Walton-On-Thames

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay

We really enjoyed our stay here, comfortable and relaxing. A lovely clean house, well presented and equipped with everything we needed. A wonderful view and close to lots of interesting places to visit and walks nearby. Just as it is said in the description and photos. Thank you we had a great time exploring Scotland!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C., Cefn-y-Bedd, Wales

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect break

First impressions of the view was WOW, perfect location for exploring local area, wonderful treats for us on arrival. All needs catered for and excellent facilities. Would recommend to anyone who seeks beautiful views and first class accommodation. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Worcester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Absolutely amazing. Lovely property, just as described Clean, well maintained and equipped with lots of extra things supplied to make our stay the best. Owner communication was fantastic. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Campbell-Kelly

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My wife and I are private owners of the cottage which we purchased in late 2013. We bought the cottage as a project to renovate and bring up to the highest standards internally whilst retaining the authentic look of the outside.

Why they chose this property

Ardchattan is in a fantastic location for holidays on the west coast of Scotland.

What makes this property unique

Ardchattan is a home from home with stunning mountain and loch views on the Fort William road, close to the main attractions of the west coast of Scotland.

Languages:

English