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Rudh Dubh

Rudh Dubh

4.7
out of 5
Ratings from 44 reviews
98% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.6
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.8
Location
4.9
Value
4.5
Customer
Service
4.6

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Ramble along a 150 metre, coastal trail from Portuairk and you will find Rudh Bubh, a restored black house, perched on a rocky outcrop above white sands.
The cosy, secluded spot is a truly unique experience for the adventurous, the nature lover and those seeking remote beauty.

Wonderful seclusion

Review submitted on Thu, 19 Nov 2020
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We were residents in Rudh Dubh for 4 weeks, and we enjoyed this time very, very much!
Particularly we liked it really very much, how lovingly, how well considered the cottage was equipped. We missed nothing.
The cottage in her seclusion was exactly that one we sought after.
The location at the edge of the sea and the wonderful landscape of Ardnamurchan around let us have enjoyed our stay.
Not to forget the very friendly, helpful and openness Scottish people we met.
We loved this cottage and we were afflicted to leave it.
The price of seclusion is a) the great distance to the next store (in Kilchoan , about 8km), b) the cottage is only reachable by feet, and c) no telefon and internet is available.

Sonja and Hans-Juergen

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Recommended by friends



Perfect in every way.

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Sep 2020
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Words cannot describe how special this place is, we were not particularly favored weather-wise but the view is fantastic whatever it is. The little kitchen is very well equipped, bed comfortable, shower good, wood burning stove easy to use, could not fault it in anyway and feel very privileged to have been able to book a week in a very busy busy diary. We found it in great condition and believe have a visitor just previous to us to thank for that. Would appeal to everyone visiting to treat it with the respect it deserves and leave it just how you would like to find it. A highlight of the stay was to have the original restorers of the cottage pop by for a visit thoroughly enjoyed their tales of doing it up. Oh and don't forget to feed the birds!

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Would recommend to everyone I know!

How did you find the local facilities?
Local facilities excellent, very friendly despite the current covid threat.

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Cottage with a view

Review submitted on Sun, 20 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
Truly unforgettable. Stunning panoramic views. Wonderful local walks. Wildlife in abundance. We saw a Pine Marten on the cottage window ledge and a family of seals playing in the bay in front of the cottage. Bottle Nosed Dolphins in the next bay. We snorkled in the bay just outside the cottage. Everything you need (and more) was available at Rudh Dubh.

We will definitely be back for another relaxing, peaceful few days.

Thank you for allowing us to enjoy this hidden gem in paradise.

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Our fourth stay

Review submitted on Fri, 04 Sep 2020
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
2.0
We had a nice stay, we were a bit concerned about visiting this year due to covid (both for ourselves and the local community)
Information leading up to the stay was pretty sparse, I wasn't really sure if I had to pay my balance as normal. With accommodation being booked up quickly post lockdown I was a bit stressed that I could lose my booking. Just confused really.

During the stay we had parking issues, the spot allocated for Rudh Dubh was occupied every single time I returned from ferry stores. Passive aggressive notes and dirty looks didn't help my stress levels at all. I ended up walking over to check if the space was available a few times. But the more trips over the more filthy looks I got.

The place itself was not clean at all. Pots and pans were greasy, vacuum cleaner was full, loads of cob webs. We gave the place a really good clean and made sure the stuff we used was well cleaned.

All in all, I didn't enjoy this year as much as the previous three, but I put that down to covid stress (mine and others) and the place being empty for quite a while.

I booked again because I love it there. I hope next year is more relaxing though.

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How did you find the local facilities?
Great. Ferry stores, lighthouse cafe, puffin cafe, community garden all welcoming and friendly, excellent given covid situation.



Steading Holidays replied 140 days ago
"We are very sorry to hear that your experience at Rudh Dubh was not as enjoyable as your previous visit. Many thanks for giving the property an extra clean. Lets hope that next year is less stressful for all of us."

A perfect week in a perfect cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 30 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 arrived on a sunny Saturday and couldn't be happier: stunning views and a perfect wee cottage. It has everything you need and is very cosy and welcoming. There is lots to see and do but the best for us was sitting outside, building a fire, watching the sun go down and waiting for the stars to appear. Thank you, John and Jacqui, for an amazing stay! Catharina and Alan

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Absolutely

How did you find the local facilities?
Sufficient and as good as can be expected in such a remote area. And there's always the ferry from Kilchoan to Tobermory for more serious shopping. Puffin Coffee is recommended as is the West Ardnamurchan Garden shop for vegetables and more

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What a great place to stay!

Review submitted on Sun, 16 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
Had a fabulous week in Rudh Dubh. Great just to sit outside or at the window and watch the sea world go by. Everything from yachts to otters and paddleboards.
Walked the coastline down to the lighthouse and up to Sanna and the hills behind. No need to go anywhere else but took a trip to Kilchoan for provisions and spent the day wandering up and down the area including the cemetery.

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Beaches were great!





The best place on Earth

Review submitted on Fri, 31 Jul 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
Everything about rudh dubh is perfect. The views, the wildlife and the cosiness of the cottage. We love it!

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Perfect





Jacqui Chapple replied 170 days ago
Thank you for the lovely generous review, we are so pleased you enjoyed the magic of Rudh Dubh so much.

Its all about the location

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Oct 2019
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Bit of a scramble to get to house, should have brought backpacks not suitcases.
But my oh my what a location, made the cliff climb worth it. Lovely wee cottage with fab sea view over to the small isles.
Peace perfect peace.

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Ahhhhhh

Review submitted on Fri, 23 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
Peaceful, beautiful and refreshing little piece of paradise. There are insufficient superlatives to cover the feelings Rudh Dubh provokes.
The wildlife, the scenery, the weather (in all it’s forms) and the atmosphere of the building itself make for a restful place away from the modern world. Just sitting on the deck with a cuppa or a glass of wine waiting for the next wave to break is reason enough to return.
We left with heavy hearts but a spring in our step after a refreshing week. Fingers crossed for a return visit.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Family break

How did you find the local facilities?
The local folk were always friendly and helpful whenever we stopped to ask questions or do some shopping.

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Brilliant visit

Review submitted on Fri, 28 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
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Service
5.0
Cannot begin to say how great a time we had. Such a well thought out and comfortable cottage in a superb location.

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Excellent for such a very rural community





Rudh Dubh

Review submitted on Fri, 24 May 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
We had a fabulous stay - Rudh Dubh is comfortable and really well appointed. The location is incredible and we loved every minute. We booked to return as soon as we got back.

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
All my friends and family!

How did you find the local facilities?
excellent

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Absolutely perfect

Review submitted on Fri, 19 Apr 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
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Service
5.0
Our second time here and we are about to book for next year. This is in an idyllic spot with wildlife on your doorstep. The scenery and sunsets are amazing, there is nowhere better than this

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Rudh Dubh is simply heaven on earth - thank you to its owners and to Steading for sharing it!

Review submitted on Thu, 15 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
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Service
5.0
In my opinion, Rudh Dubh is, without doubt, the most beautiful place on earth in. It provides a complete getaway from life's worries and stresses.

I went there to start writing a new book. The only interruptions were that I couldn't stop staring at the beautiful changing skies, the seals playing in the water, the waves on stormy days, the clear blue sea in the sunshine ... the list goes on. Even the wind sounds different to the wind at home ... no buildings for it to work its way around ... it sounds like it's singing through the heather and across the mountains.

The little house was very clean and cosy. Although it's simple, it has all the modern conveniences needed. I don't count WIFI/TV as a necessity and I didn't miss it in the least.

Thank you so much to the owners and to Steading for sharing this bit of paradise with your guests. It's the type of place that would be easy to want to keep a secret and not tell the rest of the world about. Your generosity in sharing it gives us mere mortals a bit of heaven on earth.

Thank you.

With warmest wishes, Julie x

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
I already share the Steading Holidays link with everyone I speak to about my holidays.

How did you find the local facilities?
I didn't! Deliberately! I tucked myself away, only going to the local shop for provisions. It's well stocked with friendly owners - and it was all that I needed.



magical portal into wildness

Review submitted on Fri, 09 Nov 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
the sensory impressions reverberate long after the actual experience, colour, sea & landscape, beauty

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Perfection

Review submitted on Fri, 07 Sep 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Location
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
The most relaxing place we have ever stayed, the effort to get there making it all the more worthwhile. We wouldn’t change anything about it and are planning when we can go back. The sea, the view, the wildlife, the utter tranquility, BLISS

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Jan Kartawick

How did you find the local facilities?
What we expected in a remote area





A fantastic location. Loved it.

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Jun 2018
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We loved staying at Rubh Dubh. Scenery spectacular and getting visited by the wildlife a lot, our stay here was just a joy.
The cottage is well thought out and has the majority of items you would need to live there comfortably. Loved our stay and hope to be back.

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How did you find the local facilities?
Reasonable for the location.





Wonderfully relaxing.

Review submitted on Fri, 18 May 2018
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
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4.0
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Service
5.0
Fantastic scenery, plentiful wildlife and a simple but very well organised space. We would love to visit again.

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Would recommend to anyone.

How did you find the local facilities?
Everything we needed.





A Lovely week

Review submitted on Fri, 13 Apr 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Arrived slightly stressed having driven down the single track roads from the Corran Ferry. I would get the Ferry to Mull from Oban and forward, rather than do the roads next time. It is a bit of a struggle getting stuff to the cottage, but a couple of big rucksacks full of everything would solve that I think. Rudh Dubh was all I expected and more.Fantastic location,clean and welcoming, fantastic level of equipment and things you may need. Being able to lie in bed and watch the Seals playing in the bay was a unique experience! Just being able to sit outside on the decking (wrapped up in a blanket!) watching the horizon and the snow on the far hills, washes all your cares away.The Pine Martin came every night, he isn't at all shy! We brought some wood with us, thank goodness, as the local shop said they had sold all their logs to one customer and wouldn't have any until the next week. Although we survived for a couple of days on the wood that had been left for us. (Thanks for that, it helped a lot.) We even went over to the Co-op on Mull, but guess what? they had sold out too! The Museum on Mull, just by the ferry is really worth a look, it's free, very small and full of interesting stuff. Rudh Dubh its been lovely, we were sad to leave, but hope to return.

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My sister

How did you find the local facilities?
The Community Center is very good.



Rudh Dubh is our favourite place

Review submitted on Fri, 27 Oct 2017
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
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Service
5.0
Rudh Dubh is beautiful and peaceful and a wonderful place from which to explore west Ardnamurchan. It’s the cosiest cottage imaginable, and a place where you can properly slow down and enjoy the beauty of the locale. It does require sure-footed ness to get there, and a bit of planning if you’re staying more than a week, but it’s really worth it. While there buy veg from the outstanding local community garden and visit the suppliers market in Kilchoan community centre and support the local enterprises!

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Sister and Mum have both been

How did you find the local facilities?
Minimal but perfect



Energetic out - relaxing in

Review submitted on Fri, 22 Sep 2017
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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5.0
Location
5.0
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3.0
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4.0
Rudh Dubh, for its size, is imaginatively furnished and equipped - binoculars, maps, walking guides are real bonuses - and the shower is stunning (shells, pebbles ...) The sofa bed works well and is comfortable in both functions. The fridge is an adequate size but lacks a freezer compartment. We also found the lack of a microwave a disadvantage as all food has to be carried in on the energetic, rocky, muddy and slippery cliff path. Once arrived however the location and view is stunning and we enjoyed swimming off the 'private' beach and at Sanna. Anyone going does need to heed all the warnings in the preliminary information - walking boots are essential and you need to be reasonably fit. The path system from Portuairk to Sanna via Rudh Dubh is overused and in places very muddy / boggy. Once parked on arrival, our car remained in Portuairk and we cycled to Kilchoan and the Lighthouse, and walked to Sanna. From Kilchoan we took the ferry to Tobermory for a 'mini-cruise' and enjoyed an excellent lunch at 'Cafe Fish' beside the ferry pier. This was our first time at Rudh Dubh: it ticked the boxes of what we were looking for and we enjoyed our week there.

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How did you find the local facilities?
There is no shop in Portuairk; Rudh Dubh's facilities are its location, beach and scenery. Lots of brambles at this time of year! The cafe at the Lighthouse is excellent; we had lovely cake and coffee and bought gifts to take home.



Small is beautiful

Review submitted on Sun, 10 Sep 2017
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
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4.0
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4.0
Location
5.0
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4.0
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4.0
Rudh Dubh is a unique and special little place. Well appointed and cleverly adapted to provide a cosy and comfortable stay this little gem offers probably the most stunning outlook from any holiday cottage anywhere ! If you don't mind a short scramble round some rocks with your bags then you will be rewarded with a sense of seclusion and breathtakingly beautiful views. The footpath to Sanna Bay does pass right behind the bothy but even at the height of the season this does not interfere with the peace and tranquility this place offers and is simply other people enjoying this wonderful part of Scotland.

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Possibly

How did you find the local facilities?
Low tech and friendly. More than adequate for our needs !



A charming cottage that took our breath away.

Review submitted on Sat, 02 Sep 2017
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
One week in the cottage without TV, internet or phone signal was absolute bliss. I have not felt so relaxed for many years. The location was stunning and the cottage itself was the totally charming. After reading log entries from other guests we felt part of small community who were fortunate enough to share this magical experience. This holiday was very special and I don't think that my wife and I have smiled so much in a vert long time. We will certainly return (very soon I hope).

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We have recommended this cottage to everyone that we have spoken to.

How did you find the local facilities?
Not many local facilities but the curry delivery service from Sanna Bay was fantastic.





Beautiful place

Review submitted on Fri, 09 Jun 2017
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
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4.0
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5.0
We loved everything about Rudh Dubh; the property is absolutely charming and very comfortable as well as extremely well-equipped. The location is second to none, with stunning views from the windows and a sun deck to enjoy the fine weather. I had expected that it would be a bit basic, but in fact it's luxurious, even the sofa bed is really comfortable. As described, there's no mobile signal which we would consider a plus, and it does feel wonderfully peaceful and isolated. It's true that a small number of people pass by the rear of the cottage on the footpath to Sanna, but we thought that was fine and enjoyed a few conversations, mainly about how lucky we were to be staying at Rudh Dubh. The walking is great right from the door, we hardly used the car all week. Obviously facilities are minimal, the nearest shop and pub being along 5 miles of winding road, but we enjoyed a visit to the community centre in Kilchoan and crossed to Tobermory on the ferry. Regarding access to the property, it isn't far and there is now a footbridge across the tidal stream so no need to wade even if the tide is high, but it's true that the path to the cottage is quite steep and uneven and does need sensible footwear and reasonable agility to negotiate. All in all the property and the location could not be bettered, and we enjoyed a wonderful stay.

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
no

How did you find the local facilities?
We knew from the description that there are limited facilities. The Sonachan hotel appears to be closed, so the nearest shop/pub/community centre are in Kilchoan. The community garden also sells fresh vegetables.



A most beautiful place to be

Review submitted on Sun, 28 May 2017
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely charming loved the location and the cottage would love to go back. Wonderfully peaceful just the wildlife.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

Could you tell us what your interests are?
Walking

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Wildlife

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Boating

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Yes

How did you find the local facilities?
Perfectly adequate





Perfect

Review submitted on Fri, 19 May 2017
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
It was a perfect week. Chopped wood, watched the sunset, walked over to Sanna, mooched about on the beaches.
The bothy is perfect, small, uncomplicated and cosy with everything you need.
I booked again as soon as I got home.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Good

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Walking

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Wildlife

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Food

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History

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Not specifically

How did you find the local facilities?
Loved them. We used the Ferry Stores and the community garden for veg





Fantastic week at Rudh Dudh

Review submitted on Fri, 12 May 2017
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
I had promised myself a week here to celebrate my retirement. Fantastic stay little cottage had everything you needed. Weather was spectacular sunsets and pine marten every evening. Hope it's not another 10 years before I come again

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

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History

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
They already know

How did you find the local facilities?
Good





Winter week away

Review submitted on Mon, 14 Nov 2016
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 place to escape to for a week of recharging, watching seals and otters from the window. Cosy cottage very well cared for and very unique location. Had a perfect time

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

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Romatic Get Away

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Not at the moment

How did you find the local facilities?
Limited but everything we needed





our second stay at Rudh Dubh

Review submitted on Thu, 26 May 2016
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
As last time we had a wonderful stay at Rudh Dubh. Again the skyscapes and seascapes were inspiring and amazing. Local walks are great (as is the coffee at Ardnamurchan lighthouse). There were daily visits from the 2 playful seals (and the 1 'billy no mates' seal) and evening visits from a Pine Marten to the window cill (sometimes a large one and sometimes a smaller, possibly a female, one). They like peanuts on a digestive biscuit drizzled with honey! ... and an otter at a distance on the rocks off Sanna beach. Many thanks to John & Fiona. We hope all subsequent guests appreciate the RD experience. It is unfortunate that we won't be able to visit again as we have just taken on a black labrador puppy (Mabel) and there is a no-dog policy.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

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Family break

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Geology

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
I'll tell them face to face

How did you find the local facilities?
there aren't many but what there are fine (Kilchoan store and Kilchoan Community Centre



An Incredible Corner of the World

Review submitted on Fri, 15 Apr 2016
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
I spent a week at Rudh Dubh at the start of April on my own. Due to the bothy's position, I did find it a bit of a mission getting my stuff and then bags of logs over the small river and rocky and muddy headland - although by the end of the week I was finding it easier - was a bit fitter by then! On some days the path next to the bothy had quite a few walkers passing by, and twice, a small child came and peered in the window while I was inside reading which was a little awkward!
HOWEVER! Although I would have preferred a little more privacy, the payback for sharing this incredible corner of the world far outweighed the rare uncomfortable moments when others came a little too close. I thought the bothy itself was fantastically kitted out - the owners have thought of everything and it was a joy to stay there and make it my own for a few days. Very comfortable - I slept well every night. By mid week I could feel myself going native - bringing the logs over, chopping them up with the axe that is provided, filling the bird feeder and watching and listening to the chaffinches, greenfinches, goldfinches and co., putting banana out for the pine marten, who visited the windowsill 6 nights out of 7 - I was lucky enough to see it having its supper twice, the regular visits by seals coming in to the little bay and doing their daily stretching exercises, a buzzard flying overhead being mobbed by gulls... It was a high spring tide whilst I was there and, along with a stiff breeze, the waves were crashing on the rocks - very dramatic. Some stunning sunsets, and the ever changing views across to Muck, Eigg, Skye are just beautiful. The walking opportunities from the bothy are many and varied from white sandy beaches of Sanna to the more rugged hilly interior and further round the coast to the Ardnamurchan lighthouse.
I loved it (can you tell!?!)... and, I think, as long as you are aware that you do have to put in a little effort for this cottage (getting there, sharing a little and wearing appropriate footwear - boots!) - it is SO worth it... I felt privileged to be able to spend a week on my own in such an amazing place and look forward to returning to Rudh Dubh sometime soon :)

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

Could you tell us what your interests are?
Walking

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Wildlife

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
Yes

How did you find the local facilities?
The Ferry Stores at Kilchoan is well stocked and sells logs and kindling... and petrol.



lovely cottage, superb views

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Sep 2015
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
unique little cottage, i knew the location so knew what to expect. It lived up to expectations in terms of view etc. Well set out with all the requirements for my holiday.

would just say that one of the information sheets suggested keeping food in glass jars because of the rodents, it would therefore be helpful to provide some glass storage jars, not the sort of thing one takes on holiday or carries in over the rocks!

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

How did you find the local facilities?
Fine, what you would expect in that part of scotland





Second visit....

Review submitted on Sun, 23 Aug 2015
3.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Been looking forward to visit number 2 ever since first discovering this hideaway. The location can't fail to disappoint and the cottage was as we'd remembered. Lovely.
It's been the wettest summer in Scotland for a long time, and the ground round the house is a bit of a swamp but that's no ones fault. I've got a bit of a phobia of slugs though, and they seem to seek shelter in the cottage as came across five monster sized ones during the week in the shower, loo and living room which kinda freaked me out. I never noticed them the last visit so I assume it's been the constant rain that's not helping. Apart from this, the cottage is amazing and I think the solitude in the evening with only the cracking of the fire and noise of the sea is never to be forgotten.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Average

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Walking

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Romatic Get Away

How did you find the local facilities?
The community centre is really nice for a coffee and Internet catch up.



A nice first visit to Scotland

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Aug 2015
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful week in Rudh Dubh. Such a charicteristic hous on an unique place!
In that little but complete house we felt at home soon. An excuse for my language-mistakes sometimes....

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Music Events

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
No, most off them woord scare of the fact that there is no contact (Wifi, sellphone)

How did you find the local facilities?
Allright. Onely we had to drive a long way for a dentist......





delightful

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Jul 2015
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
please don't change anything

Rudh Dubh (Roo Doo) welcomed us from the moment we arrived and every day kept us feeling safe, sound, and cosy.

Sea & Sky ever changing and brilliant

too much to see and experience - too little time

there is only one solution - come again; which we will be doing in 2016 (already booked)

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
we will do that to people that will appreciate the calm

How did you find the local facilities?
online





a dream cottage on a dream location

Review submitted on Thu, 28 May 2015
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
small but comfortable cottage on a dream location with a small beach at low tide and view on the rocks and the ocean, and in the other direction on the hills and sanna bay, with sheep around the house and seals in the bay below.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Good

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Walking

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Geology

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
yes

How did you find the local facilities?
a simple store but that is part of the game, and a good organic garden





lovely cottage, beautiful views, on busy footpath

Review submitted on Thu, 16 Apr 2015
3.8
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Rudh Dubh is in a wonderful position, looking over the sea and with access to a little beach. However, for us, its position on a popular public footpath meant that it did not feel isolated or remote, which is how it is advertised and what we had expected. Although the footpath is mentioned on your site, we had been looking at the cottage website. There is nowhere in the space outside the cottage that is private, which was disappointing. For us, this was a deal-breaker and, although we had booked for 7 days, we left after 4.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

Could you tell us what your interests are?
Walking

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Family break

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
No

How did you find the local facilities?
We didn't use any local facilities.



A wonderful break

Review submitted on Wed, 21 Jan 2015
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We loved this place - it's tiny but beautiful, comfortable, well provisioned and in the most stunning location. It was the view out to sea that really sold it to us. It's not cheap for the size of the property but I'm sure you won't get any shortage of people wanting to come and stay there - we certainly hope to be back!

One small point was that we found the stove a little difficult - we have one of our own at home so are very familiar with stoves in general - however, because there was no air being drawn in underneath the wood (+ the book says to leave the ash in for insulation), the draw was very poor sometimes. It seemed to be better when it was extremely windy outside.The ash pile was so thick at one point that the wood just sat in 1-2 inches of it and didn't burn very well.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

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Fishing

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
yes - happy to use word of mouth as I do not want to give out their email addresses

How did you find the local facilities?
good



inspiring and challenging in winter

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Jan 2015
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
this is immersed in the wild, always close to the elements, remarkable light at midwinter, and such an indescribably inspiring view. only 5 or 6 metres from the water at high tide, and at low tide the beach is exposed. it looks across to Sanna, wonderful area to walk and take in the breath taking beauty. it's a challenging experience in winter.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
yes

How did you find the local facilities?
there are none!





Beautiful place!

Review submitted on Mon, 29 Dec 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
Beautiful place and a lovely cottage!!
The cottage had all the necessary appliances (they were all in a very good condition). The views are beautiful and the local seals visit the bay (curious creatures!).

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Walking

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Wildlife

Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
everyone

How did you find the local facilities?
Good.





stunning location

Review submitted on Fri, 19 Sep 2014
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We had a wonderful week at Rudh Dubh even though the otters and pine marten didn't turn up. Everyone else who had written in the visitor book seemed to have seen otters and we just missed tham at a bay near Ockle, as we discovered from the excited couple who had seen them (and scared them off). It was wonderful to be so close to the sea and to see it out of windows on two sides of the property. I even managed to swim in it but it was so cold that I just walked out into the bay and swam back a few times as I couldn't bear to just stay in and swim.
Our only criticisms would be that the information didn't say that the walk to the cottage involved a rocky cliff path for part of the way, or that the footpath went right past the back of the cottage (a bit disconcerting if you were sat on the loo as walkers walked by chatting or calling their dogs). One women even sat at 'our' picnic table with her 3 dogs - it would be useful if it was more obvious which areas were part of the garden.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
no

How did you find the local facilities?
Excellent especially the community garden - we ordered the veg bag and restocked mid-week, and the Sonachan Hotel. Ferry stores was also good and could be relied on to h ave almost anything we needed evn the chilli which I had forgotten to pack.



wonderful and unique cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Jun 2014
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wonderful week in this unique modernised black house in Ardnamurchan. Beautiful location, comfortable cottage and warm dry weather. Daily visit from pine martin and occasional sitings of otter and seals.

How would you rate the service we provide as a booking agency?
Very good

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Any friends or family that you would like to recommend Steading Holiday Cottages to?
have recommend it to friends

How did you find the local facilities?
Struggle to obtain fresh meat or fish. However community garden great source of fresh salad (24 hours a day!)





Scotland's finest

Review submitted on Tue, 13 May 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
Fantastic location and position, the best in Scotland. Close-up sightings of Great Northern Divers, PineMarten, Otter and the usual seals - all within 100 yards.



Fantastic Week

Review submitted on Tue, 22 Apr 2014
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This place certainly lived up to expectations. I've come away with the sounds of the sea in my ears, who needs a tv when the view from your window is constantly changing? My first time here, and can't wait to go back for another dose of relaxation.



A week of peace

Review submitted on Thu, 03 Oct 2013
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This was our second stay at Rudh Dubh and it was just as lovely as we remembered.

The best things about this place? Well, it's 4 miles to a mobile phone signal, there's no TV, and the two 'private' beaches and scenery are absolutely breathtaking. On one of our clearer days we could see South Uist - a good 50 miles away!

The wildlife is also highly entertaining, with Mr Seal in the bay and a pine marten eating peanut butter off the windowsill.

It feel utterly secluded but the car is only a 5 minute hike away (or half-an-hour if you include a beach frolic).

If we had to pick a fault, it would be that both the oven and fridge are a bit worn and we are very glad we took our own axe! But, apart from that - everything was adequate and comfortable. After all, we are not looking at 5-star luxury accommodation here - what makes Rudh Dubh perfect are the views, the light, the sky and the stars.

Last grouse - looks like dogs will not be allowed after this season. Customers will be lost, I fear....



Rudh Dubh

Review submitted on Fri, 27 Sep 2013
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
My sister in law and I stayed at Rudh Dubh in mid July. What a magical place! Wonderful for hiking ,relaxing, being on the beach . The first morning we woke to sheep outside the window. I wonder if they thought we were there to feed them or, maybe they were telling us to move along, we were on their turf! A critter also set to knawing at the roof in the early hours of the morning. One poke on the ceiling with a broom handle usually silenced things. Pretty benign "wildlife". We had some wonderful BBQ's and warm cosy fires at night. Truly a beautiful part of the world. I wish we could have stayed longer, maybe next time. PS not a big fan of single track roads while driving vauxall standard. I would not recommend this car to anyone who is thinking of renting a car and driving single track. We also took the ferry from Kilchoan to Tobemory and then to Oban on the way to Edinburgh. It was a nice way to avoid a lot of single track we'd already experienced and gave us a chance to see some of Mull and Oban. Cheers from Canada!