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Tigh Grianach Cottage

Tigh Grianach Cottage

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 32 reviews
97% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.9
Location
4.8
Value
4.5
Customer
Service
4.8

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A 4 star spacious modernised self catering croft holiday cottage with a large private garden, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of Loch Etive and Ben Cruachan.

Great place

Review submitted on Sun, 15 Sep 2024
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 place as a base for Oban. Lovely, relaxing rural setting in a very clean cosy modern cottage with spectacular views. Lovely outdoor space and free safe parking. Host very friendly and helpful.


Steven from York stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 101 days ago
Thank you for your review Steven, so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Tigh Grianach Cottage. We agree the views are pretty Spectacular :)

A very pleasant weeks stay at Tigh Grainach

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Sep 2024
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
Well appointed spacious cottage with stunning views looking East across Loch Etive towards Ben Cruachan giving beautiful scenes both in the morning and evening looking through the lounge sliding doors. Nice patio area outside too which can be very warm when it is sunny. Good location not far from Connel Bridge and relatively close to Oban if you want to visit the islands.

John from Cockermouth stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in August 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 106 days ago
Thank you for your review John, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and everything the beautiful Tigh Grainach has to offer, the views are pretty stunning :)

Really clean and spacious bungalow with fantastic views

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Aug 2024
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
This bungalow has fantastic views of the loch with mountains in the distance and was extremely spacious for our family of five. Rohda was lovely in ensuring that we had everything we needed. Would recommend.

Michael from Harpenden stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 14 nights in August 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 128 days ago
Thank you for your review Mike, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Tigh Grianach, we look forward to welcoming you back in the future :)

Wonderful house with great views

Review submitted on Sun, 28 Jul 2024
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 is a wonderful holiday house with great views over Loch Etive in a quite location about 15 minutes outside of Oban. We enjoyed our stay a lot and will surely come back.

Philipp from Isernhagen stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in July 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 149 days ago
Thank you for your review Philipp, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at Tigh Grianach Cottage, it is a beautiful spot. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future :)

Hidden Gem - worth the hunt

Review submitted on Sun, 23 Jun 2024
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 wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tigh Grianach in North Connel in June 2024, as did my late twenties daughter and her partner, who joined us for a week. It was our first time in the West Highlands and we loved our stay. The location of the cottage is ideal - with views down the loch to Ben Cruachan (home of the underground power station) and with a backdrop of peaks. Our host Rhoda refers in the description to being able to see red deer from the cottage, and it's not just a sales pitch. If you are up relatively early (say, 0700), you'll see rabbits lolloping about all over the adjacent field, as well as red deer grazing close to the trees on the other side of the field.

Access to Oban is easy (15 minute drive) and the town is busy and thriving (unlike some port towns we have visited recently); we recommend you make the effort to climb up to McCaig's Tower (a "folly" with great views and interesting history); visit Oban distillery (fascinating tour); and try local restaurants - none disappointed us. Also, head north to Fort William (80 minutes in a car), another delightful town with the excellent West Highland museum illustrating local history (without overdoing it).

On our last day it rained, but we had matched the forecast with a trip to Cruachan Power station, which is an awesome engineering feat.

Do we recommend Tigh Grianach? Absolutely.

Will we be back around Oban - for sure!

John from BEVERLEY stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 185 days ago
Thank you for your review John, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and all the wonderful things the area has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future :)

Perfect location for Oban and surrounding areas

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Apr 2024
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
Quiet location near a busy coastal town. Gorgeous view out front and the cows out back. Hosts were responsive and made sure everything was perfect.

William from Pittsburgh stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in April 2024


West Coast Cottages replied 238 days ago
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future :)

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Tigh Grianach Cottage.

Review submitted on Sun, 16 Jul 2023
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 thoroughly enjoyed our week at Tigh Grianach Cottage. All the arrangements, from booking to arrival were very easy.
Rhoda is a delightful owner and she was extremely welcoming and helpful.
The cottage is very spacious and very well appointed. There is plenty of space to park on the property.
We found everything we needed in the kitchen and the choice of supermarkets in Oban is excellent.
The ever changing views over the loch were a constant source of interest, whatever the weather. We also enjoyed watching the cows in the field below the cottage and catching a glimpse of some black rabbits. The field behind the house is home to three deer.
The cottage was an ideal base from which to travel, north or south. We took an Ocean Sea Tour round Kerrera which was interesting and informative. During the trip we saw a pair of white tailed sea eagles off the coast of Mull and plenty of basking seals.


Penelope Jane from St. Andrews stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in July 2023


A delightful week in a lovely cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 26 Jun 2023
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
A delightful week in a lovely cottage. We were comfortable and relaxed throughout and the setting was superb.
West Coast Cottages did say the property had a bath as well as showers and we found out on arrival there was no bath.
The showers (which were excellent) needed a shower mat as the surface was slippery after soaping and shampooing.
There was a large pressure differential between hot and cold water supply.
These last two did not detract from our week and we enjoyed ourselves.

Guest from London stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2023


Couldn't ask for better

Review submitted on Mon, 12 Jun 2023
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
Probably the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in.
Spotlessly clean when we arrived.
The owners, Rhoda & James, are really friendly and helpful.
And what can I say about the view? We spent hours just gazing at the ever-changing light and colours across Loch Etive to the mountains beyond.

Paul from Fleet stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2023


Good location

Review submitted on Sun, 16 Oct 2022
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A nice property, in a good location for exploring the Oban area. Nice and warm for an autumn break and well equipped.

Guest from Frodsham stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in October 2022


Excellent family accommodation

Review submitted on Sun, 21 Aug 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
Wonderful location for exploring west coast. Good size house. Would highly recommend. Easily accessible for our elderly parents.

John from Cambridge stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in August 2022


Highly recommended cottage in an excellent location

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Jun 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 can only tell positive things of Tigh Grianach:
- Very warm welcome by Rhoda, who lives nearby in case of any questions.
- The house is fully equipped with everything you need on vacation.
- Everything is very clean, in good condition and tastefully furnished.
- The road in front of the house has hardly any traffic and did not bother us.
- That the property is not completely fenced, was already mentioned in other reviews. For us this was not a problem, as there were no children in the tour group and our dog does not run into the street.
- To reach restaurants, pubs and shopping you need the car. There is nothing to reach on foot. Otherwise, the cottage is very well located for many excursions in the area (eg Oban, Mull, Glencoe).

Although we were not really lucky with the weather, we spent a very nice week there.

Andreas from Dinslaken stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2022


Fantastic house, great spot

Review submitted on Sun, 26 Sep 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
Had a great week at Tigh Grianach. The house met all our expectations and more - spotless, comfy and all mod cons you need for a week away. The location was perfect, close to Oban but quiet and stunning views. Would definitely recommend!

Martin from Stonehaven stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2021


Stunning!

Review submitted on Sun, 08 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
We loved our stay in Tigh Grianach. The cottage was stunning, beautifully decorated and well equipped. The sofas are immense. The view was spectacular. We had such a wonderful holiday there and, even though the garden was not secure for our dog, we can't wait to go back. It is on a road but it is not busy by any stretch of the imagination so did not bother us at all. It is so well placed for exploring the area and there are walks locally. Rhoda was so lovely and friendly. Would recommend this place in a heartbeat.

Britt from New Malden stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in July 2021


Best cottage ever!

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
The quality of this cottage surpassed any expectations we had from the website information and photos. Extremely comfortable, lovely lounge, amazing location, peaceful, well equipped and warm. We would highly recommend it. Additional extras such as coffee machine, speaker for Bluetooth, large screen smart TV all added to our comfort and enjoyment. The outside table with the awesome views was a definite winner. We had breakfast and lunch out there several times. The owners are nearby and very helpful. What's not to like?!

Helen from Barnstaple stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2021


Tigh Grianach

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Jun 2021
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 cottage was ideally situated to use the cycle paths. The owner was keen to be helpful though none was needed. The welcome pack was very much appreciated. Unfortunately the weather wasn't brilliant so it was a boon to return to a warm and comfortable cottage. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed watching the cows while having breakfast. The views over the loch were fantastic and much wildlife could be seen through the owner's binoculars from the lounge. Parking was ample. A great holiday destination with Oban close by with a wonderful selection of seafood restaurants

Kim from Dunmow stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2021


A peaceful and relaxing stay

Review submitted on Fri, 18 Jun 2021
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
We had a lovely holiday here in an area we know well made more poignant as its probably the last with our Dad. Rhoda was very welcoming and the cottage was just as I expected but the view in reality was even better than the pictures.
I can find no fault only two suggestions, handles perhaps in one of the showers and instructions for the heaters. The absence of these did not spoil our stay but would have been handy. One week was not enough.

Guest from Inverness stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2021


Will visit again!

Review submitted on Fri, 05 Jul 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 lovely cottage with superb views and garden. Will miss seeing the deer and beautiful sunsets. Found some lovely dog friendly places to eat and drink. The owner was very welcoming and helpful with local knowledge.

Patricia from Wethetby stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2019


A gem of a cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 12 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
An absolutely wonderful cottage Rhona and James so helpful I have done several cottage holidays in Scotland and by far this is the best if you book this you are in for a treat

June from Llanelli South Wales stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in May 2019


lovely holiday cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Jul 2018
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
beautiful cottage very clean and nice view, nice welcome and goodies. The only negative thing is the busy country road. We had a lovely stay here.

Conny from Harderwijk stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in July 2018


A Wonderful Week

Review submitted on Sun, 15 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
Large, lovely cottage made a perfect home away from home for our family of 4. Tigh Grianach was a perfect spot to see lots of different things in the Oban environs. Couldn't be happier, would definitely recommend to anyone!


Mary from Rochester stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in July 2018


Excellent

Review submitted on Sun, 08 Jul 2018
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
very well equipped comfortable cottage in great location................................................

Strawson from Grantham stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2018


Beautiful cottage and setting, but next to road

Review submitted on Sun, 20 May 2018
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
Cottage has magnificent views of Ben Cruachan and Loch Etive. Cottage is well equipped, impeccably clean, and has three good size bedrooms. Our host Isobel was keen to help. Location by falls of Lorna is well placed for exploring, and not too far from Lochaber and Glencoe. Only warning is that the photo is a bit misleading, as there is a road right next to the house, and the garden is unfenced. We had a great stay there.

N from Malton stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in May 2018


Most Enjoyable Holiday

Review submitted on Mon, 08 Jan 2018
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
Had a most relaxing holiday in a lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Cottage was spotlessly clean and most comfortable. It had everything you could wish for. The location of the cottage is to die for with stunning views. Great off-road parking. Couldn't ask for anything more. Will definitely be back one day. Thanks!!!

Amanda from Denny stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in December 2017


Very nice cottage in a great location

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Sep 2017
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
We had a wonderful week at Tigh Grianach Cottage! It was just a short ride to Oban where we spent most of our time, and the view from the cottage is outstanding. It was a bit more expensive that we had we had planned to pay, but was worth the extra for the size and location.

Guest from Center Sandwich stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2017


Our review

Review submitted on Tue, 19 Sep 2017
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
Disappointed to find a main road ran past the front of the property which was not obvious from the photos used to advertise the place. However the place was very spacious and comfortable and we had a good holiday.

Guest from Aberdeen stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2017


perfectly located for a wonderful Highland holiday

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Sep 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 wholeheartedly recommend this well-appointed cottage looking up Loch Etive as the perfect base for a holiday in the Oban area. The property is comfortable, spacious, well equipped, and enjoys a splendid view of the loch and Ben Cruachan. A week was not long enough for us to visit all the wonderful locations in the area, including Inverary, Oban, Mull, Iona, the Isle of Lismore, Port Appin, Castle Stalker, Inverawe, Glencoe, Ballachulish and Kingairloch. Isobel was extremely helpful in making sure all was well with us, and we felt completely at home!

from Abingdon stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in August 2017


Our memorable holiday staying at Tigh Grianach Cottage in Oban

Review submitted on Thu, 06 Jul 2017
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
What can we say, our stay in Tigh Grianach Cottage was amazing with our family the views just took your breath away. The cottage was gorgeous and not far from to the centre of Oban.

The owners of the cottage were lovely so kind and very helpful and the touch of shortbread, homemade chocolates etc plus fresh yellow roses waiting for us on our arrival and biscuits also for our dog Breagha.

Samantha @ West Coast Cottages was so helpful and gave us a lot of information before our stay we visited some lovely places and our favourite restaurant Waterfront at the harbour superb food & service plus I am gluten free etc and they had a separate menu heaven. Local Shellfish at the pier was amazing you stand beside wooden tables and you are given fresh local cooked fish.

A visit to Isle of Kerrera is a must and only 5mins on the ferry.

Loved Oban and our cottage and would recommend to stay you will not be disappointed.

Thank you West Coast Cottages and the owners a truly memorable holiday.

Duncan, Michele and family plus our wee dog Breagha x



Michele from Inverness stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in June 2017


A great first visit to Scotland

Review submitted on Tue, 16 May 2017
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
Tigh Grianach Cottage was situated in a lovely position overlooking the mountains and Loch, the owners were very pleasant and made sure everything was in excellent order. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay the weather was perfect specially ordered!!!
The Loch looked different in all the different lights of the day.

Anne from Kettering stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in May 2017


Hogmanay in style

Review submitted on Fri, 13 Jan 2017
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 is our second stay at Tigh Griannach and we loved it even more than the first, especially now there is an ensuite in the second bedroom. This cottage is really looked after and has such a homely feel. It is spacious and clean and the views are to die for. I could literally sit at that window seat all day. Our dog Ollie loved lying in front of the fire after a busy day exploring. The location is great and only a couple of minutes drive to the nearest pub (defo recommend Oyster inn) and only 15 mins to Oban. The owner Isobel and her husband are lovely and really want you to enjoy your stay. We had a fantastic New Year and will definitely be back again.

Joanne from Bury stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in December 2016


GREAT LOCATION

Review submitted on Fri, 14 Oct 2016
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
Beautiful situation looking up Loch Etive towards Ben Cruachan with warm and comfortable facilities. Great location, great landlord, great facilities, friendly cattle - pity about the lousy weather!!

Les from stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2016


Tigh grianach stay

Review submitted on Fri, 23 Sep 2016
3.5
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
3.0
overall we had a good time during our week at this cottage. Thr were however some points that I feel could be improved upon.

1 There was a main road right out front and cars/trucks came past at speed. There was no gate so with small children we couldn't just put them outside to play unsupervised. That reduced my enjoyment and ability to relax.
2 The photo suggests the cottage has character, but it has none. This may sound like a quibble but actually for me it was a bit of a disappointment. Perhaps a log burning stove, or walls that are any colour except magnolia would help.
3 The landlady only turned up once, to ask for money to cover electricity (which is an extra). I had no sense of how much this was going to cost (no visibility) so asked the letting agent and was a bit surprised when I got the bill as to the actual amount.
4 To give customers a real sense of welcome it may be a nice idea to have a little welcome pack - some tea bags/coffee/milk, a bottle of wine etc. The cupboards were absolutely bare when we arrived late with our young family and I would have been happy for a cuppa.

Having said all of this there were some great aspects:
1 The location/view was excellent. I loved waking up every morning and looking down the loch. It looked different every day. It was a gat springboard to exploring islands and peninsulas. Also useful to be near Oban for provisions and the swimming pool (good on the inevitable wet day).
2 The land lady's husband was very friendly and helpful in making us a BBQ. Amazing what he can do with some scrap metal and a welder!

I hope that is useful.

Best wishes

Daniel


Guest from York stayed at Tigh Grianach Cottage for 7 nights in September 2016