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BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings)

BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings)

4.7
out of 5
Ratings from 52 reviews
96% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.7
Condition
4.8
Location
4.8
Value
4.7
Customer
Service
4.8

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BRAMBLE (sleeps 2)

Bramble Lodge is a lovely lodge for two, overlooking the River Eachaig in Scotland’s first National Park. Wonderful scenery, rich with wildlife. A perfect place for love and romance. Visit nearby Pucks Glen or Benmore Botanical Gardens, dine in style in Dunoon, or in a local Country Inn. Take home some fantastic memories.

A welcome return

Review submitted on Sun, 10 Jul 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed our first stay so much we returned for a repeat visit 5 weeks later. The location and comfort are second to none.

Steve from Rochdale stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in July 2022


Peace in the country

Review submitted on Fri, 13 May 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed the peace of being in the country in an idyllic setting, beside the river. The cabin was cosy and comfortable. If you want to get Far From the Madding Crowd, it is a lovely place to escape to. We would happily return!

Guest from Dunoon stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in May 2022


Stephen & Liz replied 61 days ago
Thank you for your lovely review Siobhan. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Bramble Lodge and Rashfield Sheilings do indeed feel very peaceful. We hope you will stay again soon.

Lovely little lodge

Review submitted on Mon, 02 May 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bramble , it has everything you could want & is in a beautiful spot. It’s very clean & well presented & the hosts do their utmost to help you make the most of your stay . Will definitely return soon . Thanks for everything

Liz from Lincoln stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in April 2022


Stephen & Liz replied 61 days ago
We are so glad you chose Bramble for your stay to visit family and friends. Thank you for rating The lodge 5/5. Hope to see you again soon :)

very enjoyable and relaxed, will return.

Review submitted on Sun, 06 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
bramble lodge is well worth a visit, very clean and comfortable & have everything you need, sighted in a beautiful location to, very peaceful & quiet but not far from dunoon, we will return, thankyou liz & stephen, hope to see you soon.

Gary from G52 2JG stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in March 2022


Stephen & Liz replied 118 days ago
Many thanks for your excellent review and rating. It’s much appreciated. Stephen & Liz :)

A wonderful stay!

Review submitted on Thu, 18 Nov 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed a few nights in the sheiling and had a lovely time. It's warm and cosy, stocked with everything you need (including a little welcome basket, which we appreciated after our long drive!), and really nice to just spend time in if the weather is poor. Although Puck's Glen is worth the walk even in the rain! The view from the deck is lovely too. Highly recommend.

Guest from Dunoon stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in October 2021


Stephen & Liz replied 221 days ago
We are pleased you chose to stay in Bramble and really enjoyed your stay. Hopefully you will be able to return when the weather is better :)

Clean, cozy in a nice location

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Nov 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The small cabin was cozy with all that is needed for a stay, owners were helpful and great communication throughout.

Sarah from Seaton Delaval stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in November 2021


Stephen & Liz replied 272 days ago
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for giving us an excellent rating and review. Stephen & Liz :)

A few days away from it all

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Oct 2021
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A caring family run business evidenced by the tasteful touches of decor and accessories including comfortable bed and white fluffy towels. I’d hoped to have a few days of peace, quiet and rest with a few local walks. (Two nice walks close by across the river.) I was quite tired, so tv and radio were important. Unfortunately poor internet connection became an issue for me, especially as the road is close by, plus sadly there was a hot water fault (which Steven and Liz assured me they would sort after I’d left and were glad I’d mentioned it). I realised I’d be more comfortable at home so I left a day early. It has to be said that sitting out on deck in the sunshine, lunch al fresco was simply a wonderful luxury!

Teresa from Kirkintilloch stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in October 2021


Stephen & Liz replied 295 days ago
Thank you for your kind comments. They have lifted our spirits somewhat. Like many in rural Scotland we do have occasional issues with Wi-fi but where problems are within our power we do try to fix them quickly. The temperature of the shower requires further investigation but we shall rectify as soon as possible so future guests can have a similarly enjoyable experience. Thank you for choosing Rashfield Sheilings for your break. :) UPDATE: Our plumber advised a filter had become blocked, causing low water pressure and luke-warm shower - this was not an easy fix ‘on the day’, however usual performance is restored :)

Two week stay

Review submitted on Sun, 26 Sep 2021
2.2
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
2.0
Condition
3.0
Location
2.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
1.0
Very close to main road. Shower did not reach a good temperature, lukewarm at best. Bedroom poorly laid out, no room to move around, no hanging space, squeaky floor. Cooking facilities poor and lack of utensils, very small fridge and lack of storage. We had an issue with the oven and did not receive satisfactory help. Although accommodation was not what we expected the surrounding area was very scenic.
We would not recommend a stay here for any longer than a few days. Two weeks was too long, our weather was good but our stay would have been a lot worse if the weather had been bad.

Karen from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 14 nights in August 2021


Stephen & Liz replied 316 days ago
We are naturally disappointed you did not enjoy your experience at Rashfield Sheilings. We hold our hands up in regard to being unable to resolve your issue with the oven (we had explained a personal visit was not possible as we were ourselves away on holiday), however we have since checked and this was perhaps more due to your own misunderstanding of how to operate it. (The same might be said for the shower temperature). You seemed content to use the microwave oven facility instead. The other issues you mention arise, it seems, from your own dissatisfaction through having chosen the wrong style of accommodation for your needs. We do try to give accurate descriptions and images in our advertising but it’s impossible to cover everything. We are always willing to improve, as guest satisfaction and enjoyment are our chief aims, so we would be very happy to hear from you directly with guidance on how we might improve, for example do you have specific additional cooking utensils you think we should provide? Did you not see our Arrival Message directing you to cooking pots etc, contained in the under-cooker compartment?) We, like many other guests reviewing their stay, consider the lodge to be a delightful, unique place to spend a few nights - this has been our intention since it’s conception. The scores you awarded are the lowest we have EVER received, so we think them unfair and unreasonable. We are pleased the surrounding area was to your liking. UPDATE NOV 2021: We investigated the ‘lukewarm shower’ issue and our plumber discovered a blocked filter to be affecting pressure and temperature. This issue is now resolved.

Bramble

Review submitted on Sun, 29 Aug 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely spot and a very comfortable lodge. Excellent customer service before arrival. We will be back again.

Mark from Peterborough stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in August 2021


Bramble lodge

Review submitted on Fri, 06 Aug 2021
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Had a nice 4 night stay. Even though beside a busy road it was very peaceful at night. A little on the small side but still very comfortable in a beautiful setting beside the river. All in all would probably book again on the future. Never seen the hosts due to obvious covid protocols these days. Able to contact via text or phone if any issues but there were none.

Alasdair from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in July 2021


Gorgeous riverside cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My partner and I stayed in the Bramble cottage for three nights and had the most lovely time exploring the Cowal Peninsula. Stephen and Liz were absolutely amazing hosts! Very responsive and generous with recommendations both near and far. We had the most lovely time and can not speak highly enough of the cottage and our hosts. We will definitely look to stay at Rashfield Sheilings again in the future.

Alistiar from Wellingborough stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in June 2021


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are delighted you had a wonderful stay. Hope to see you again soon. Stephen & Liz

Great time away

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great cabin, everything you need for a weekend away. Local to Dunoon for anything you need but also out the way for a quiet and relaxing time. Cabin is lovely and cosy, clean and great for a couple. Owners were lovely, highly recommend.

Chloe from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in June 2021


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your kind comments and tip top rating. Stephen & Liz :)

Another lovely stay in this charming small cabin.

Review submitted on Fri, 04 Jun 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Another lovely stay in this charming small cabin with a great view. Clean, well appointed and all the main mod cons that might be needed for a short stay away. Warm, dry and cosy in lovely location - what more could one want.

Kara from Pitlochry stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in June 2021


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Lovely to have you return for another visit, and thank you for your kind comments.

Bramble Lodge

Review submitted on Wed, 18 Nov 2020
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My son and partner were once again at Rashfield Sheilings this time they were in Bramble lodge... I think this is their third maybe fourth visit to the lodges, as usual they found everything to their satisfaction, all went smoothly the lodge was in pristine condition, the staff etc were friendly, and safety precautions due to Covid were in place, I would have no issues in recommending Rashfield Sheilings as a staycation..

Alan from Hamilton stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in November 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
So good to hear you had another enjoyable stay. Thank you for your praise.

Bramble Cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 10 Nov 2020
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My boyfriend and I throughly enjoyed our stay. The cabins were lovely and cosy and warmed up very quickly with the fire and the surroundings where beautiful. We loved seeing Tufty run around outside too. We would highly recommend to others to stay and we are thinking about coming back ourselves

Caitriona from Kirkcudbright stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in October 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We’re a little late replying to you, but we appreciate your comments. Thank you :)

Lovely couple getaway spot!

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Oct 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My partner and I stayed at the Bramble lodge for 2 nights in October 2020. We were looking to get away from the city and busy lives to experience some nature and quiet, and this was the perfect spot for it. We originally booked for May, but since travel restrictions did not allow for us to travel back then, we were given a voucher over the whole price to redeem at any point over the next year. Despite a yellow weather warning during our time in Rashfield, we were able to enjoy nature hikes only a short drive away, and even some sight-seeing from our car. The contact from the owners was welcoming and friendly, and included everything we needed to know - we especially appreciated the wee snack basket they had prepared for us on arrival! The cabin was cozy and warm when we got there, and we did not have any problems. Our highlights were a few visits from the neighbourhood red squirrel, the french doors to the porch and the wood oven. We are planning to come back next summer, to hopefully stay longer this time, and can only recommend the lodge and the area!

Ronja from Edinburgh stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in October 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your comments. Other guests will find them very useful. We hope to see you again :)

Beautiful place to stay and explore

Review submitted on Wed, 07 Oct 2020
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We stayed in Bramble and it was in the perfect location. Pucks glen, benmore gardens and loch eck were easy to get to and such beautiful walks. We seen red squirrels, deer, pigs and lots of different birds! The the cabin was cosy and had everything you need for a stay, any questions or concerns were answered quickly. The hosts were thoughtful, even a wee welcome pack with snacks and honey was there for guests. Only thing I’d suggest is the stove is a boatman so you either need to bring extra wood that is small enough, or an axe to chop the logs sold at the services to size. The hosts supply your first nights supply of wood so if it is only one night you’re grand. Lovely stay, would definitely recommend and hoping to come back and see more of Dunoon.

Jade from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in September 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Many thanks for reviewing your recent stay at Bramble. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and seeing all the wildlife must have been delightful. The boatman stove is very efficient and complements the electric conversion heating but getting small logs can be a wee problem. We often advise guests just to bring kindling or to buy a bag or two nearby and that’s usually sufficient. But we don’t advise bringing or buying oversized logs or an axe to cut to size. There’s nowhere safe on site to chop wood.

great little getaway

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Oct 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
great for a few days away. perfect spot for lots of good wee walks and good info pack for local things to do :)

Kirsty from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in September 2020


Great location

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Sep 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Good few days spent at bramble Lodge. Great location for walks in pucks Glen. Nice and relaxing and very clean. Also got lots of visits from the wee red squirrel. Would definitely recommend.

Anthony from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in September 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you.

Lovely , comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings

Review submitted on Fri, 21 Aug 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have stayed in 'Bramble' before, and loved it.There is everything you need for a cosy, comfortable stay. There is nothing to beat sitting on the veranda with a glass of wine, listening to the river and the birds.

Pat from Lincoln stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in August 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
What a lovely review! Thank you!

Relaxing

Review submitted on Sun, 23 Feb 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wee break before a hectic weekend for Angie's 50th. Cosy and romantic great value for money. Can't wait to come back again!!

Brian from Greenock stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in February 2020


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Very happy to have you to stay for another visit. Thank you for your lovely review. Stephen & Liz :)

My stay in bramble cabin

Review submitted on Fri, 29 Nov 2019
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Very clean and tidy cabin. Amazing views and very quiet. Its our second stay there and we will return

Guest from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in November 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Very pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay, hope you will return some day. Stephen & Liz :)

Great wee cabin, ideally located!

Review submitted on Thu, 24 Oct 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fantastic short break. The cabin was everything you could need a d wa t for a short stay. Plenty round about to do!

Calum from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in October 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
A lovely review. Thank you..!

Bramble

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Aug 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wonderful location and an excellently equipped lodge. We had a great time and will certainly be back.

We know the area very well but if it is new to you the owners provide you with a lot of helpful information both before arrival and in the welcome pack.

Mark from Peterborough stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in August 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Very happy to know you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for giving us a top 5/5 rating. :)

Fantastic area, beautiful lodge, great value for money, but little information given prior.

Review submitted on Fri, 16 Aug 2019
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
We were extremely happy when we arrived. The lodge was perfectly sized, private and we could hear the sounds of the river trickling by a short distance away. It was clean and came with many little extra details that we very much appreciated. The only thing that slightly spoiled the beginning of our trip, was how difficult the owners were to contact before we arrived. None of the phone numbers we could find work, and we were forced to drive to Scotland without the code to access the lodge. This problem was sorted out just before our arrival but it did result in a fair amount of stress for us on the journey up. Still, we had a fantastic stay, the bed was extremely comfortable and the lodge really felt like a cozy home away from home.

Cameron from Worcester stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in August 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate your feedback. Many guests comment on our excellent communication so we do apologise. Only now, on checking our communications with you, do we realise our automated messaging had failed. Thank goodness we had sent you a personal, non-automated message by mobile on Arrival Day... thank you for bringing this to our attention. Technological communications are not as good as the personal touch!

Perfect for a romantic getaway

Review submitted on Mon, 29 Jul 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cabin was wonderfully cosy, comfortable and exceptionally clean. It is placed in a quiet and beautiful location, conveniently situated for some lovely walks (such as the beautiful Puck's Glen and Benmore Botanic Gardens). Stephen and Liz were exceptional in communicating instructions and checking we had arrived safely, and their email arriving first thing on the morning of a rainy day, with some ideas of how to spend time in the area when the weather fails, was a thoughtful touch and much appreciated. As there is a stove fire and heaters in each room, this would also be perfect for a cosy winter break too.

My only slight criticism would be the check in and check out times of 4pm and 10am, respectively. There is a £10 additional fee (each!) to bring these more in line with expected accommodation times (2:30pm & 11:30am), but it was a little frustrating having to pay extra for this and it reduces value for money. As we are early risers anyway we just paid for early check in. I don't know if this is a common theme in the area, but this was really the only negative point in an otherwise wonderful stay. The customer service was excellent.

So, overall, this place is perfect for a romantic getaway in a remote location where you can feel at one with nature and simply enjoy the beautiful scenery and each other's company. I would recommend it!



David from Kuala Lumpur stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in July 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We take much encouragement from your comments and are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Many of our guests do appreciate the flexibility we offer in being able to arrive and depart any day of the week. Our small staff is very happy to accommodate us in this and so we feel it is fair to reward them appropriately when asked to work outside their normal schedule and to ensure they remain thorough in their endeavours - hence the additional charge to guests requesting early arrival or late departure. We otherwise stick to the industry standard for Self-Catering of 4:00 pm Arrival and 10:00 am Departure. Cleaning and preparation of Self-Catering units (with kitchen and lounge areas) typically requires greater time-allocation than hotel bedrooms or suites. We do, however, believe our prices to be very competitive and offer excellent value. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. All the best.

We had a great holiday in beautiful Scotland.

Review submitted on Tue, 16 Jul 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We felt very comfortable.
Unfortunately, the initial equipment was a bit lean. No pepper, no salt, no sugar. I think that's part of it.

Jeannine from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 14 nights in June 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your review, and we are really pleased you enjoyed your two weeks in the Sheiling. Although we provide accommodation on a self-catering basis we still provide guests with a starter pack of soap, shampoo, gel, towels, electricity, basic cleaning materials, toilet rolls, kitchen roll, cooking foil and cling film, along with some extra treats. We don't supply tea,coffee, sugar, salt, pepper or spices as these foodstuffs are prone to contamination by other guests. These can, however, be purchased locally.

Great Weekend

Review submitted on Thu, 27 Jun 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Beuatiful lodge, couldnt have wished for anything better. Great location and plenty things to do nearby.

Kirsty from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in June 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are very happy to know you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again.

Good but with limitations

Review submitted on Sun, 16 Jun 2019
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The lodge was clean and comfortable but unfortunately next to the main road. The sound of traffic sometimes disturbed my wifes sleep. The equipment for cooking was limited and as we self-cater because of dietary requirements this made it difficult. As it was our first visit to this area we were disappointed that there wasn't much information in the lodge and the tourist office in Dunoon was closed. Overall we had a good week.

Allan from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 7 nights in June 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your review, and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We think you may have overlooked our Information Folder which contains suggestions on what to see, where to go and where to dine, with internet references to enable further online research through our Wi-fi provision? This info and more is also accessible to guests through our ‘back-office log-in’ provided in our correspondence. Like you, we are disappointed the local Tourist Information Centre is closed. Perhaps this is partly due to the plethora of information available online. Pans are located in a compartment beneath the cooker (as referenced in the folder and in our welcome texts). We are sorry your wife was disturbed by the road noise. We live beside the same road as the lodge and understand passing vehicles can seem noisy in a place of relative peace, but it fades into insignificance when compared to town or city traffic noise, which we are well familiar with having enjoyed many city breaks. Even the gentle sounds of the nearby river can disturb the lightest of sleepers. We are delighted you chose our little cabin for your break and hope you will return. All the best.

Base Camp for Exploration.

Review submitted on Sat, 08 Jun 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Perfect location for rest and relaxation, apart from midges on early morning departure !!!!!
Handy for Benmore Botanic Garden.

Guest from Grantham stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in May 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay, and hope you will return soon :)

Cosy for two

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Jun 2019
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Nice spot with rivers views excellent touring base restaurants limited in area Dunoon awful place nothing there

Guest from Winsford stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in June 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We appreciate your kind comments about our lodge. We love our location and close proximity (10 mins drive) to Dunoon, with its cinema, cafes, swimming pool, leisure centre, museum, specialist shops, supermarket and pubs. There are also many places to dine, both in the town and also within a 20-mile radius, and numerous beach, forest, hill and gorge walks to enjoy. But it won't suit everyone, that's for sure. We now offer our 'Top 10 Restaurants' guide to eating out in the area :)

An Enjoyable 3-Day Break at Bramble Lodge

Review submitted on Wed, 29 May 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The clean, cosy and comfortable accommodation providing basic essentials for 2 at Bramble Lodge (Rashfield Sheilings) contributed greatly to the enjoyment of our 3-day break in this lovely area of Argyll.

Though the Lodge is close to the A815 there is very little traffic noise possibly because of the sturdy wooden fence and the number of trees bordering the site.

We didn't have time to see and do all we wanted to, so plan to return.

William from Blairgowrie stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in May 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thanks for your comments and helpful information for guests. The lodge is conveniently located near to the A815 which can be a little noisy when contrasted to the otherwise peaceful setting. Being only 10 minutes drive from town even we don't escape the rush hour. But having spent holidays in the city (believe it or not, it's a welcome contrast to where we are) we agree the traffic noise here is indeed 'very little'.

A lovely Cosy Lodge!

Review submitted on Wed, 29 May 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My husband & I had a wonderful stay at Bramble Lodge! From the moment I walked through the door I knew it was going to be the beginning of a perfect weekend!
The Lodge was absolutely beautiful with everything perfectly in place down to the towel’s folded as animals on the bed!
I thought I was on a cruise ship minus the water! Cookies & snacks were a very pleasant welcome & the bed was very comfortable!
Plenty hot water & to be honest I can only give the place 100% top marks!
Thank you again for making our stay so enjoyable & memorable!



Catherine from New Jersey stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in May 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Truly, you have made our day. We aim to provide our guests with the best experience possible at an affordable price, and your comments are really delightful to read. Thank you..! :) :)

Cosy lodge in beautiful surroundings

Review submitted on Tue, 14 May 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Perfect romantic getaway! Cosy lodge by the river surrounded by beautiful scenery & tranquil setting. Very clean & everything you need provided for a private escape. The design & decor has been shown a lot of love & attention, full of character. Lovely walks by the river. Visit the Botanic Gardens which is near by for a local venture from the cabin.

Paul from Bishopton stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in May 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review, and highest rating. We really appreciate it. Please come again... :)

Great weekend away

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Mar 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
3.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Was a great stay, except that the bedroom is close to the main road so can get a bit noisy. But great otherwise. Everything was spotless and clean. If the weather was better, we would have definitely loved to chill on the patio next to the river. The location is really convenient for walks in Pucks Glen and the botanic garden. We would definitely recommend staying at Bramble Lodge for a short getaway.

PS. one small thing that would have helped - if there was a tea towel in the kitchen to dry dishes, etc. Not sure if we missed this, but would have definitely helped.

Other than that - just a great stay. Thank you! :)

Guest from Glasgow stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in March 2019


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for giving us an excellent rating. We accept your advice, re the tea towels, most graciously and promise to leave these out for our next guests. An infrequent oversight. Better weather will be arranged for your next stay... :)

100 / 100

Review submitted on Thu, 27 Dec 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
fantastic already booked for march. great cabin lovely and warm very clean and tidy.beutiful suroundings over all excellent 100 out of 100

Terence from Porth stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in December 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Our first 100/100 mark. Thank you..!

Great Holiday

Review submitted on Sat, 10 Nov 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was the third time we’ve stayed at the chase the wild goose lodges, amazing place and lovely cabins to stay in. Will definitely be back again & would recommend to anyone!

Andrew from Glasgow stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in October 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Delighted to have you back, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. All the best... :)

Great find

Review submitted on Tue, 28 Aug 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cosy little lodge in a great location . Good facilities and communication from the owners. Would have loved to have more time to stay longer.

Philippa from Wrafton stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in August 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Many thanks for your review and excellent rating.... :)

A special place to relax

Review submitted on Sat, 18 Aug 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Outstanding accommodation in beautiful surroundings,equipped with everything you need and more,tranquillity at it's best

David from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in June 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you...!

well needed few days.enjoyed the peace. thank you.

Review submitted on Wed, 08 Aug 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
most enjoyable after a very bad experience.just to relax.thank you.weather was also fine.would come back.thank you.

Rab and Toni from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in July 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay, and hope you will return soon :)

Lovely lodge

Review submitted on Mon, 06 Aug 2018
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stayed two nights at bramble lodge. Location was great, near all of the areas we wanted to visit.
Accommodation was excellent, clean and presented well. We particularly liked the bed and bedding, great nights sleep!
Would highly recommend, can't think of any negatives.

Lisa from Blantyre stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in August 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your lovely comments :)

immaculate

Review submitted on Tue, 31 Jul 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
a beautiful cabin in beautiful surroundings. very clean and fresh to walk into. Fully equipped kitchen and lots of little extras to make you feel at home including books dvds and games.

Graeme from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in July 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
We were very pleased to have you stay. Thank you for your 5/5 rating and lovely comments, we hope to see you again. Stephen & Liz

Cosy and peaceful

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Jul 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I spent a few days here alone for some down time. The lodge is well equipped and beautifully presented. The location is excellent, very peaceful by a river. It is close to the main road so there's traffic noise, but that didn't bother me much. I spent a lot of time sitting out on the terrace, enjoying the unusually lovely weather. Inside, the layout makes the most of limited space, and it has everything you might want for a few days away. It was roomy enough for one, but I think two people might struggle if staying for longer or using it as more than just a touring base.

Fiona from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in July 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your review and excellent rating. You certainly did enjoy the amazing summer sunshine... We hope to see you again. All the best. Stephen & Liz :)

Beautiful place

Review submitted on Wed, 16 May 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stayed for 4 nights in this lovely lodge. Stunning place and all the little touches they provided made our stay very welcome. Would recommend to anyone as we didn’t want to come home.

Joanne from Wigan stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in May 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for giving us top marks. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Stephen & Liz :)

Short stay in Dunoon

Review submitted on Fri, 06 Apr 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great accommodation & location for sightseeing and walking in the Dunnon area. Lodge is cosy & warm although the bathroom would benefit from heating in the colder months. Recommend for a relaxing getaway.

Gary from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 3 nights in March 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Hope to see you again. Thank you for your review. Stephen & Liz :)

A short stay at Bramble Lodge - Rashfield Shielings

Review submitted on Tue, 06 Mar 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at Bramble to explore the area around it and really enjoyed our time there. It was a very well equipped and clean Lodge and we were provided with a lot information what to do in the area.
We would totally recommend this place to others!

Thanks for the nice start of our journey!
Yours
Hanna & Jonas

Jonas from stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in February 2018


Stephen & Liz replied more than 1 year ago
Delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you all the best.

Lovely stay

Review submitted on Thu, 20 Nov 2014
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A cosy lodge in a great location, beautiful scenery all round, and some fun walks close by. Perfect weekend getaway for a couple. Also good value for money, especially considering the price of a hotel room.

Ian from Paisley stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in November 2014


relaxing

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Oct 2014
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The cabin was excellent. The location was very nice. Stephen the owner was very friendly and helpful. The bed was very comfortable with luxurious goose down quilt and pillows. We left happy and refreshed. Thanks

Rachel from Coatbridge stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 5 nights in October 2014


Welcome break

Review submitted on Fri, 18 Jul 2014
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely relaxing 4night break in excellent accommodation,great location but handy for all shopping and places of interest. The owners arranged everything in a professional manner and were very helpful.

Guest from Alloa stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in July 2014


Serenity!

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Jun 2014
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Only thing I'd ask is that you make time go slower!!!
It's a big ask, but really it's the only real complaint I have.
10am, is very early to be asked to vacate, 11am would be better!

Louise from Glasgow stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in June 2014


Stephen replied more than 1 year ago
Thanks for your review. We set our Departure Time at 10:00 am in line with the industry standard, but we realise some people need a little longer, so we now offer a Late Departure option, to 11:30 am for a small charge. This means our Housekeeper's day isn't too disrupted, without reward.

It was a Real pleasure!

Review submitted on Wed, 11 Jun 2014
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
I don't know what we expected, but this lodge really was more than that. Clean, warm and cosy lodge, with a properly working shower, cute fireplace, kitchen, terrace, etc. Soft and clean bed. It was a pleasure to walk in the beautiful forest walks all day and come back to clean yourself in warm shower and then sit on a terrace, watching setting sunlight with a glass on good scottish whisky.

Guest from Raisio stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 2 nights in June 2014


Peace of Mind

Review submitted on Fri, 06 Jun 2014
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
For those seeking peace away from the pressure of day to day living then this is the place to be.Small is beautiful and together with the setting and standard of accommodation found that within a short time the world was a much better place.Try it and see you will not be disappointed.

Guest from Cullen stayed at BRAMBLE (Rashfield Sheilings) for 4 nights in May 2014