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.
An excellent holiday in a very special place. The cottage was clean and very welcoming; the estate is beautiful; and the owners and staff couldn't be more helpful.
The Cottage was comfortable with glorious views in every direction. Sea, mountains, woodlands and fields with sheep and their lambs on the doorstep. We had daily visits by a variety of birds not least the geese, heron and woodpecker and also heard the cuckoo. There are also beautiful gardens that are open both to the public and cottage residents. We had them to ourselves on a damp morning that didn't spoil the rhododendrons and azaleas.
Lots to visit nearby although we did find parking in Oban difficult at times. Be sure to visit Ganavan Sands especially if you have a dog. It's a beauti...more
We very much enjoyed our time at The Stables. It is a wonderful place, well presented and cared for, and very welcoming. The setting is magical, with the changing light on the loch and all the islands beyond. I think the information for pet-owners might be presented more helpfully. It was only when we opened the larder door that we found a notice saying that dogs were not permitted in bedrooms. But leaving a dog alone all night in the sitting room is not straightforward, and we had to cover the furniture with our own towels and blankets to make sure that no damage was done. And I'm sure that f...more