Secluded & private detached cottage/garden/art shed surrounded by countryside situated on walking route The Loch Lomond & Cowal Way. It is a mile from Loch Fyne & seconds from the walkers entrance to Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park/Argyll Forest & on the edge of "Argyll's Secret Coast" & the Kyles of Bute National Scenic Area. It is an ideal/simple space for walkers, nature/outdoor lovers, cyclists, writers/painters or a retreat. It has a wood burner, solar panels & 100% renewable power.

The space
The cottage has a porch opening into a hall which leads to a living space, large bathroom (bath with shower over) and a bedroom with 5ft/Queen bed. Upstairs there is a small landing suitable for reading or study (it is height restricted). We have reclaimed pine floor in the hall, living and bedroom with rugs. From the living space there is a separate fitted kitchen. Unusually there are higher ceilings (at 2.4 metre) in the downstairs area than you would expect in an old cottage which gives a sense of spaciousness. There are country views from the living room and bedroom into the private garden & countryside beyond.

There is a separate shed with light, electricity and a table with art material and an easel.

Please note that there are potential hot surfaces (wood burner). Regrettably we do not allow dogs/pets.

Hallway
The front door opens into a small porch where there is hanging space for coats & a space for outdoor shoes. There is a small clothes rack for drying and pegs.
Electric (100% renewable electricity) heating is provided throughout and is an addition to the wood burning stove which has a back boiler and can heat the cottage. There is underfloor heating available in the kitchen. We would appreciate you switching off the electric when you leave and when you do not need it.

Living Rooms
The living area has a two person Danish leather settee and an easy chair, wood burning stove, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth speaker. There is no TV or radio in the cottage. There is an old pine table and school chairs. There is a wood fire stove and a generous initial supply of logs and kindling will be provided on arrival. For longer stays please bring wood with you or we can arrange additional supplies for a surcharge.
The kitchen has a ceramic hob, single oven, integrated fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. The kitchen cupboards are stocked with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils and tea towels. Cleaning products are provided.

Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 (downstairs) has a king size bed and built-in wardrobe/storage space with coat hangers . A hairdryer is stored in the wardrobe.

Bathroom
The bathroom is simple and of a good size, white with a steel bath and a shower above. There is a heated towel rail and a separate electric fan heater. Towels are provided along with basic toiletries.

Guest access
Guests have full and exclusive access to the cottage, private parking and private gardens.

Other things to note
The cottage sits at the end of a single track road. Parking is provided on a private shingle drive to and a five bar gate that can be shut to ensure privacy to the cottage/occasional sheep appearing ! . There are two steps leading to the front door, a flat entrance to the back door however because of shingle and door widths the cottage is not suitable for wheelchair users.

We provide an initial basket of logs and kindling for the wood burner - please note more wood may be needed if you light the fire each night.
Mobile phone coverage can be patchy in this area of Argyll. There is no Vodaphone reception at the cottage itself. We have a good wifi connection.
Smoking is not permitted in the cottage or studio space.
It is a c 15 minute walk/c. 2 minute drive to a hotel and bar.

Unfortunately pets are not allowed.

We request that the guests strip the bed at the end of their stay and place sheets and towels in the black bin bags provided under the sink.