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Carse House

Carse, Argyll and Bute

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Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 4
Change Sat
pets Dogs welcome 3
grade 4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Renovated Georgian home with traditional décor throughout and an extensive enclosed garden and sandy beach offering plenty of outdoor space to enjoy
  • Hill Loch trout fishing included with your stay
  • Games room and lounge areas offer space for guests of all ages to relax
Overview
Property code: CA061

With a large private sandy beach, a loch for fishing and, extensive gardens and grounds to explore, this stunning eight-bedroom Georgian property is a wonderful destination for friends and families seeking a secluded base to enjoy the beautiful Argyll countryside. Gather together in the drawing room for cocktails or charades in front of the open fire and linger over a leisurely breakfast at the large kitchen table. Play boisterous games of beach cricket on the private beach or pick up your bucket and spades for a sandcastle building competition. The pretty fishing village of Tarbert (10.5 miles) has a picturesque harbour, independent stores and welcoming pubs and restaurants for a night off from self-catering. Enjoy stunning views from Robert the Bruce’s 14th century castle overlooking the village.

 

Reached via a long driveway, your traditional rural retreat blends original features with modern comforts and design. Steps lead to the front door where you will enter into the spacious hallway with elegant staircase leading to the upper floors. Relax together in the elegant drawing room with its comfortable seating, roaring log fire and grand piano and enjoy tasty meals in the formal dining room. Get competitive with a table tennis tournament in the games room to find your holiday’s champion. Heading downstairs to the lower-ground floor the spacious and well-equipped kitchen/diner is a sociable space for cooking and conversation and the adjacent cosy sitting room is great for playing games or watching television. There’s a convenient utility room and drying room on this level along with a shower room for freshening up when you come in from the garden and beach. Climb the sweeping staircase to the first floor where you will find four of the cottage’s bedrooms. The master bedroom is a generous room with garden views. Snuggle up in your super-king bed for a restful night’s sleep under the cosy duvet. A door leads to the Jack and Jill bathroom shared with the pretty single bedroom. There is a second comfortable single bedroom and a twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with separate shower. The en-suite can also be accessed from the hallway. Continue to the second floor where three well-appointed twin bedrooms can be found along with the family bathroom. Situated in tranquil surroundings within a private estate on the Knapdale Peninsula, spend your days playing on the private sandy beach or exploring the extensive grounds and woodland walks. Cast your rod in the hillside loch in search of the elusive brown trout. Light the BBQ for a sociable evening dining under the stars and talking late into the night.

 

Read more Code: CA061

  • 6 bedrooms - 1 super king-size bedroom with zip-and-link bed, 2 single bedrooms and 3 twin bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms - 1 cloakroom with WC, 1 WC and shower room, 1 family bathroom with WC and bath, 1 Jack-and-Jill bathroom with WC, bath and shower and a final en-suite with WC, bath and shower
  • Electric oven with four-ring ceramic hob, under counter fridge, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and additional fridge
  • Larder with large fridge/freezer and microwave
  • 2 TVs with DVDs
  • Games room with table tennis
  • Dining seating for 14
  • Large garden and woodland area
  • Garden furniture and BBQ (available Spring/Summer)
  • 2 open fires, first baskets of logs included
  • 2 dogs welcome, restricted to the lower ground floor only
  • Limited Wi-Fi included - please note the connection here in the west coast of Scotland is not fast and it is not suitable for large data downloads but can be used for emails. It can also be variable in strength and reliability. A monthly allowance for usage from a satellite is available, but once the allowance is used, the service is not available until the next month. Please be considerate of succeeding tenants in your data usage. It is possible to hotspot mobile phones.
  • Oil fired central heating - oil and electricity included
  • Hill loch trout fishing included
  • Private water supply from a borehole with filtration
  • Additional housekeeper available by arrangement
  • Guests to provide own beach towels
  • Nearest village 10.5 miles, nearest pub 4 miles
  • Please note the closest place for fuel is in Lochgilphead and Clachan - approximately 30-40 minutes from the property. It is best to fill up enroute to the house
  • Please note, group bookings may be checked to ensure the purpose of the stay is for a holiday, and where relevant, a security deposit may be requested.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £50. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

This property is tucked away on the western coast of Scotland within the Knapdale Peninsula, far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With limited phone reception and a fantastically rural location, it's an ideal retreat for guests seeking solitude in spectacular surroundings. The icing on the cake is access to a secluded sandy beach and Hill Loch Fishing, where you can catch wild brown trout.

The house is accessed via a single-track road that meanders along the coastline between Tarbert and Lochgilphead, where you'll discover a treasure trove of quiet beaches, hidden coves and historical remnants dating back to the bronze age. Keen cyclists will relish the opportunity to explore by bike, but it's also delightful for a leisurely drive. Be sure to stop at the Kilberry Inn, 4 miles away, to sample mouth-wateringly fresh produce and locally sourced Fyne ales.Equally delicious is the Boat House on Gigha, with locally grown Turbot – be sure to book in advance. 

The fishing village of Tarbert (11 miles) has an array of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes at your disposal, along with an excellent nine-hole golf course for the golfing enthusiasts in your party. No visit is complete without a day trip to the Islay, a whisky lover's dream with nine working distilleries, but the RSBP reserve is truly something special as you may even spot a golden eagle.

 

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 4 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andy 30th November 2022

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Reviewed by Deborah 5th November 2022

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Carse House was the perfect backdrop for a special but very relaxed family gathering. The house is large but not overwhelming thanks to the cosy feel of each floor and we found it warm, welcoming and easy to settle in to. We enjoyed the generous sized rooms, comfortable beds with good quality duvets and linens, quick and plentiful hot water, well eRead morequipped kitchen, open fires and amazing views. No WiFi connectivity and low/no phone signal during our stay only added to the sense of winding down. Hide

Reviewed by Peter 23rd September 2022

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Lovely location tho getting to beach isn't easy but beautiful views , house is large and hes plenty room, overall a lovely stay and would go back

Reviewed by Pieter 23rd July 2022

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