Ardmaddy Estate sits in a quiet, gentle corner of Argyll on the west coast of Scotland. Whilst within half an hour of the harbour town of Oban and only three hours from Glasgow, once there, you feel as though you are in a different time and space to the rest of the world.
Its quiet tranquility and the utter peace soothes the soul and rest the senses. Its open spaces and magnificent views free the mind. Surrounded by woodland, hills, moors and the sea, Ardmaddy is also a haven for wildlife – from eagles soaring above the hills, to skylarks singing their hearts out and from deer grazing on the hillsides to otters hunting by the shore – there is so much here for you to see and experience.
We have stopped here before and were again blown away by the fantastic location the stunning views and the comfort of the accommodation. We meet the game keeper who was a wealth of knowledge and helped with recommendations. We were again lucky with the weather and were able to tour the area and enjoyed another fantastic holiday
Great find, beautifully set in the Ardmaddy Estate. With fantastic views. Very comfortable accommodation, and well equipped. There are lots of local walks on the estate and a tennis court and beautiful gardens.
We’ve really enjoyed our stay. The Stables is in a beautiful spot and very well equipped, and we’ve appreciated the peaceful surroundings.
However, I did want to mention something about the tone of the guest information materials and reminders. The wording of the information pack (and the follow-up message before departure) felt rather overbearing at times.
The level of instruction and some of the phrasing came across as a bit scolding, and as though guests are being pre-emptively told off. While it’s completely understandable to include clear guidance for caring for the property, a ...more