Reviewing our stay at a working Lighthouse in the Scottish Highlands. The best Holiday Lodge I have ever visited.
Located on the the Loch Linnhe and between Oban and Fort William.
There are 2 ways to get here - one by road (route Ft William) or taking the Corran Ardgour Ferry. This ferry runs every 15-20 minutes. The Lighthouse is just a short walk from the ferry.
Where to start.
The Lodge is a big enough place for up to 10 people. Although it may sound like a lot of people, the place has 5 very roomy ensuite rooms. 2 on the ground and 3 up the stairs. The house also has a entry utility room with a massive American fridge freezer. a washing machine and plenty room for all the boots and shoes that gather there.
Across from the utility room is the 1st bedroom.
Further on there is the landing / children's play area, with TV and DVD, Lazy Boy beanbags and a toy chest. here is the 2nd Bedroom and the only en suite that has a bath. - The beds are big and comfortable. I slept like a log!
The breakfast kitchen has got an AGA! Which is wonderful. There is a small fridge and plenty of stuff to cook and eat with. - Here we found a welcome hamper with tea, coffee, cake, a couple of bottles of wine, milk, eggs etc..
Right beside the kitchen is the dining room with a big table and 10 chairs.
The annex / living has got 4 big comfortable leather sofas. Sky television and BT wireless hub.
Plenty of family games and cards. The big feature here is the wood burner. This has been pre-kindled for convenience. Even though I did suggest to light it at times, as I wanted to experience it, we did not have to use it. Must go back in here in somewhat colder times to get the full experience I guess.
The upstairs has got a baby nursery / changing room and 3 further bedrooms. All with showers. One of them is a walk in shower with a waterfall shower head. Bliss.
One thing you may wonder; if this is a working lighthouse, will that affect the rooms facing it? No it doesn't. The light is shielded for that end.
Outside Space:
You can park 2 cars with ease on the gravel driveway.
There is a walled off play lawn with a picnic table and nearer the lighthouse there is decking with garden furniture to accommodate all visitors.
You'll also find recycling bins and access to the beach/shore.
From any angle, the views are fantastic!
What is close by? In walking distance there is the 'Inn at Ardgour' which is a village shop / pub and hotel & restaurant. It sits opposite the ferry crossing.
The town of Glencoe is close (5 min by car) and they have a decent COOP supermarket.
Fort William is a little further and for a short day trip very good to visit.
In all we had a brilliant time here and big thanks to the housekeeper Cathy that made our stay as problemless and pleasant as possible.
I will certainly recommend this to many people and possibly return soon! read more