A perfect place to stay in the west of Scotland, in Knapdale, Argyll, a few miles from the nearest town of Lochgilphead, three miles from the famous Crinan Canal and beautiful villages, and an ideal spot from which to explore the peninsula of Kintyre or to go north to Inveraray and Oban. There are two cottages attached to the farm but we stayed in the smaller one (Gabran) in May this year; ideal for two people. It was really luxurious and comfortable with so much attention to detail, really the nicest cottage we have ever stayed in anywhere (and we've visited a few in our time!) There's an electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Sky Freeview, DVD, CD player, radio and hairdryer. It's centrally heated too and was so warm and cosy (heating included in the price) - it was a lovely place to come back to when we'd been out in the cold wind and rain (we had mostly awful weather that week!!) Books and games are provided as well. The owners, Margaret and Tim, are really nice and friendly, as is their lovely old Labrador, Rosie, who was occasionally seen wandering around outside (as were their beautiful black and gold chickens!). There are lovely views from the front of the cottage, over the fields and river, and there are parking places just outside. There were lots of swallows or martins flying about - nesting in nearby barns I think - and sheep and cows in nearby fields. A major attraction of staying in this place was the extremely close proximity to the iron age fort, 'Dunadd', believed to be the capital of the ancient kingdom of Dálriata and mentioned in old texts as far back as 683 AD. It's accessible, free of charge, and it's a 'must' to climb to the top (I shall write a separate review about it)! The rental price for 'Gabran' was really good and lower than most - we stayed a week in May for £310. (The price varies during the year) Although on a farm it was an extremely quiet place to stay - there were very few farm vehicles in evidence. Really superb accommodation - wish I could give this place more than 5 stars!!! read more

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