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Loch Goil Self Catering Luxury Detached Home by the shores of Loch Goil, Argyll
A Classic Holiday Villa....Beside Loch Goil....by the water's edge A fabulous Victorian House by the Shores of Loch Goil, Argyll packed with rustic charm. Built in the 1890's in the days when the only access to Carrick Castle was via the sea you can still get a sense of the remote tranquilty that isolation must have brought. However easy day trips are available by car to Dunoon the stunning Glen Coe, Oban - the gateway to the Isles, the architecturally distinguished town of Inveraray with its historic museum jail and fairytale castle, and the lovely fishing harbours of Tarbert and Crinan. Rhumhor's primary appeal is the peace and beauty the area offers, but there is also more than enough in the local area to keep an active family busy during their holiday. Unusual modifications were made in the 1920s by architect Magnus Duncan, including two oriole/turret windows in the bedrooms at the rear further adding to the quirky character of the property. Surprisingly enough for such a remote seeming area there is also a golf course, swimming pool, ice skating, pony trekking, boat hire, fishing tackle hire/purchase, indoor bowling, curling (in season), restaurants and pubs all within the glen and less than 15 minutes in the car.
Why visit Argyll and Cowal? If you enjoy beautiful scenery, seabirds, seals and boats and if you love the tranquility - without the long trek to the far North West of Scotland...Rhumhor by Loch Goil, Argyll is perfect for your needs. Set directly on the shore of one of the UK's most picturesque sea Lochs, Rhumhor commands panoramic views up and down Loch Goil. Holiday Takers can even bring their own boat and moor in the Loch. Loch Goil abounds in wildlife. Seagulls, Cormorants, Gannets, Eider Ducks and Swans are frequent passers-by. During the long summer evenings the holiday taker oftens enjoys the company of a Seal or two, curious to see what is going on.
"If you want to see all the best highlights and delights of scotland.... stay in Cowal for a week or two" "Panorama of Loch Goil and Rhumnor"
Discover the true beauty and history of Scotland
The whole area is surrounded by beautiful hills and mountains that are ideal for the hill walker. The highest local mountains are the Fiddler (2660 ft),Beinn Ime (3318 feet) Many of the local hotels serve good meals, at differant standards and prices. Within 5 miles are the shore house, The lochgoilhead hotel and drimsynie house. Further afield are the renowned Loch Fyne Oyster Bar and shop (5 miles) and the Cameron House Hotel on Loch Lomond serving cuisine of the highest standard and ideal for that special treat.
The Benmore botanic gardens
The Benmore Gardens, a specialist garden of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, is a magnificent woodland garden set amidst the mountains of the Cowal Peninsula. Its 140 acres are renowned for the wide collection of trees and shrubs, which includes over 250 species of rhododendrons. One of the most spectacular views is the avenue of Giant Redwood trees (pictured below) which greets every visitor on entering the garden. Throughout there are waymarked walks, which lead to a beautiful pond and formal garden which display a wide variety of Himalayan and Oriental plants. Continue up the richly planted hill slopes, which rise to 450 feet to a dramatic viewpoint overlooking the Eachaig valley and the Holy Loch. Refreshments are available. The Botanics Shop sells a range of books, gifts and plants some of which can be found in the garden. Facilities are also provided for those less able, including wheelchairs.
The Pucks Glen forest and waterfall walks Within an easy 40 minute drive combined with a trip to Dunoon and the Benmore Gardens, you can also access Pucks Glen and a choice of 3 mouth watering woodland trailsl Pet Friendly, sign posted and marked out offering a sometimes tropical rainforest feel with manificent views from the summits. The waterfalls walk (below) features a meandering tour up the valley invloving a series bridges crossing streams, cascading waterfalls and pools, particularly delightfull after a strong downpour of rain!
"The wonderfull "Pucks Glen" woodland trails within an easy 30 minute drive
The Spectacular Kyles of Bute The spectacular Kyles of Bute as seen on television, can also be easily reached in less than 1 hour from Rhumnor and well worth the journey as you pass through some delightfull little villages, Lochs, forest and Glens on the way there. The spectacular Kyles of Bute (looking south towards Bute and the Firth of Clyde)
The magical Isle of Bute Combine these most spectacular views...with a trip to the captiviating Isle of Bute a beautiful little island about 15 miles long and nearly 5 miles wide and again within an easy drive of Rhumhor, always a favourite day trip with much to offer with hills in the North and plenty of sandy beaches, ruined chapels and castles, yachting, fishing, golf, etc. Bute's many gardens benefit from the Gulf Stream which gives the island a mild climate enabling palm trees and other exotic plants to grow here. One of the main visitor attractions is the spectacular Mount Stuart house and gardens. Canada hill offers the best views from this island.
Bute Castle (left) and "Mount Stuart" and it's gardens (centre) and the short ferry crossing to the Isle of Bute (right)
The Cowalfest The highly popular October walking festival know as the Cowalfest is now firmly established as a highlight of the year in the Cowal calender, with all the walks graded and numbered. There are also cultural and social events to accompany this event, which usually lasts about 10 days around the middle of the month - A 'must' for walkers!
Panorama of Inverary (left) and the high street (right)
Inverary....the castle, the old Jail, the Puffer and museum Well worth a visit during your stay at Rhumhor Villa and and easy 30 minutes drive is the lovely town of Inveraray (Inbhir Aora in Gaelic) a former royal burgh in Argyll and Bute, located on the western shore of Loch Fyne near its head. One time traditional county town of Argyll and ancestral home to the Duke of Argyll, who founded the town in 1745, alongside his new home, Inveraray Castle. Its distinctive white buildings on the loch shore make it very photogenic and it is a very popular tourist destination, with a number of attractions in addition to the castle. The Georgian Inveraray Jail in the burgh is now a museum. Other attractions include the Argyll Folk Museum at Auchindrain. The Celtic Inveraray Cross can also been seen in the town. The Arctic Penguin ship Maritime Museum is moored at the pier, along with the Clyde puffer VIC 72, renamed Eilean Eisdeal. Toward lighthouse (left and middle) and the array of wildlife living around this point 10 miles south of Dunoon
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Activities on your doorstep or less than one hour's travel
The Benmore Gardens, where you can enjoy a stroll along the avenue of Giant Redwoods, Dunoon, Bute, historic castles, numerous sea and fresh water lochs. Also the spectacular Kyles of Bute, as seen on TV. Numerous scenic forest walks and loch-side trails with signposted footpaths, in particular to Carrick Castle on the shores of Loch Goil and through the sprawling Argyll Forest Park area. There are 3 golf courses within easy reach: Blairmore and Innellan (both 9 holes) and the Cowal golf course (18 holes). Fishing and sea angling is available on your doorstep on Loch Fyne and Loch Eck and nearby rivers for Trout, Salmon and Sea Salmon. For those wishing to cruise on Loch Eck, motor or rowing boats are available for hire from the Coylet Inn. In Dunoon there is an excellent new indoor swimming pool. Around the area lie quaint lochside villages. Further west are Inverary and Lochgoilhead both with extensive facilities. The Arrochar Alps... gloriously rugged peaks for the more serious hill walker, stand high above Loch Long, looking onto the 'Rest and be Thankful', a fine viewpoint where cattle drovers once enjoyed a well deserved break after a tough climb. To the East, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs - Scotland's first National Park.
Mountain bikes and Walking Holidays For walkers and mountain bikers...you may choose to sample a part of the Cowal way. The Cowal Way is a long distance footpath split into 6 sections, running the length of the Cowal Peninsula. It starts at Portavadie, beside Loch Fyne, and finishes in at Ardgartan, by Loch Long. It is 47 miles (75 km) long, climbing 5050 ft (1540 m) on the way. The route follows existing rights of way and public roads, most of which are extremely quiet, or cross Forestry Commission land, which includes a good deal of open hill. Access is not an issue. For more information on guided walks, please contact Nikki Dayton Tel 01369 860324 or For further information please click here. You can hire bikes daily / Weekly from either Quadmania Ltd 01369 810246 Or ProAdventure Scotland 01369 707456
An evening in or out A most pleasureable 5 mile car drive from Rhumhor reaches two Hotels including the Drimsynie House Hotel providing quality fine wines, whiskies and excellent cuisine and views across Loch Goil. Also with in a 30 minute car drive The famous Creagans Inn www.creggans-inn.co.uk with an open fire and inviting atmosphere. It has a fantastic selection of Malt Whisky and beers and a restaurant with great food and panoramic views over Loch Fyne.
Rhumhor is accessed via single track road off the main A815 Dunoon road and offers you very comfortable accommodation. Mostly double glazed Rhumhor benefits from oil fired central heating, its thick stone walls keeping the cold winters and oppresive summer heat waves away. Living Accommodation Bedrooms comprising 3 spacious double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom, allowing you to stretch out and relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, all bedrooms has ample hanging and drawer space, some with sea views. There is also one sofa bed in the second lounge. The main lounge has comfortable sofas and a couple of large bean bags. There is a TV, video and CD/cassette player. The small sitting room has comfortable chairs and seating with complimented with an open fire The Kitchen is brand new and well equipped with an electric oven, 4 ring electric hob, microwave, fridge freezer, lots of storage space, and utility area with washer/dryer and clothes airer, iron and ironing board. Other essentials such as glasses, crockery, cutlery and a corkscrew are also provided for your convenience. The dining room is at the front of the house with Loch Views. It has a wood burning stove and seats for up to 10 people. Two Bathrooms both with bath / overhead shower, toilet and wash hand basins, one upstairs and one downstairs.
Fully Inclusive
Electricity, heating, Towels and Bedding are all included.
Pet Friendly
Well behaved pets are welcome by prior arrangement only, but must be kept under control at all times. Regret no smoking please.
Fishing tackle & boat hire on Loch Goil
For the novice and if you are not bringing your own fishing tackle you can visit or call the tackle shop rods are available with the boats. They also stock bait and tackle. Pre booking advised. Telephone 01301 703 432. Loch Goil Cruisers hire out out boats
"The Cottage and the view from the shore"
Satisfied Customers
Open all year round
How Much? Scale of (7 day) weekly hire charges
The tariff for Rhumhor holiday cottage is structured according to the number of bedrooms required, so as to make the property available to groups of all sizes.
All hire charges include all heating, electricity, towels and bedding Weekly hire Rates (Saturday to Saturday)
Short Breaks are available (Subject to availability) Maximum Forward booking for Short breaks is 3 weeks 3 night Weekend breaks are Friday to Sundays 4 night Mid Week Breaks are Monday to Thursdays Please contact us for details of short break / late availability
"Pet Friendly"
This cottage is pet friendly by prior arrangement only. Well behaved Pets are welcome at an extra charge of £15 per pet per booking.
"Good Housekeeping Deposit"
A returnable good housekeeping deposit of £250 is required for all bookings
Or for more information please complete this short questionnaire For further information of any kind / special requirements and to reserve directly with the owners by Credit / Debit card, Cheque, Postal order or other. Please complete the short form and press the submit button below and we will contact you by return. In the event of this Holiday home not being available for the dates you require, we will email you details of all other available holiday homes in this region suiting your requirements.
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