The Old Cottage
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From
$148
/ night
About this property
Charming bed & breakfast in Oban with a terrace, garden views, and complimentary full breakfast served daily.
Location
Oban is home to The Old Cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Arduaine Garden, while Ellenabeich Heritage Centre and Easdale Folk Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Parking
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Scuba Diving
Cycling
Fishing
Location
Kilmelford, Oban, Arduaine, Scotland, United Kingdom
Room options
9
King Room with Sea View
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
265 ft²
Garden ViewSea ViewHeatingRefrigeratorPrivate Bathroom
11
Double Room with Private Bathroom Garden View
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
116 ft²
Garden ViewHeatingRefrigeratorPrivate BathroomPrivate Entrance
12
Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
149 ft²
Garden ViewSea ViewHeatingRefrigeratorPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Old Cottage
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 215 verified reviews
What guests think
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At The Old Cottage, guests consistently praise the warm, knowledgeable hosts and standout breakfasts, along with comfortable rooms and a scenic, quiet setting near gardens, coast, and viewpoints, making it a welcoming base for exploring the surrounding area.
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At The Old Cottage, guests consistently praise the warm, knowledgeable hosts and standout breakfasts, along with comfortable rooms and a scenic, quiet setting near gardens, coast, and viewpoints, making it a welcoming base for exploring the surrounding area.
The rural location suits visits to Kilmartin Glen and Oban, with loch views, nearby beaches, and Arduaine Garden on the doorstep. Guests also appreciate the cozy lounge with a fireplace, books and DVDs, and generally well-kept, tidy surroundings. A few note that dinner choices are largely limited to the hotel next door and that the property can be tricky to find. Expect a peaceful countryside base with homey comforts.
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Facilities
Several guests mention a cozy shared lounge with a fireplace and a selection of books and DVDs for relaxing.
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10
Phillip
Jan 4, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Karren and Darren were very very welcoming and attentive to all our needs. The cottage is charming beautiful and spotlessly clean. Parking was right outside the property, which was great as it was raining on arrival. They are very informative of the area and also have books maps and information on the area, for all activities. We were on the Argyll coastal road trip and stayed in eight Bed and breakfast establishments in all. Without doubt this was one of the best. The breakfast was also outstanding, all locally sourced ingredients, the apple and cider sausage was a stand out for me. Would definitely come and stay here again.
Karren and Darren were very very welcoming and attentive to all our needs. The cottage is charming beautiful and spotlessly clean. Parking was right outside the property, which was great as it was raining on arrival. They are very informative of the area and also have books maps and information on the area, for all activities. We were on the Argyll coastal road trip and stayed in eight Bed and breakfast establishments in all. Without doubt this was one of the best. The breakfast was also outstanding, all locally sourced ingredients, the apple and cider sausage was a stand out for me. Would definitely come and stay here again.
10
Chi Wai
Nov 5, 2022
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Hosts are friendly, attention to visitors, helpful, provide high standard of rooms and amenities, quite rooms and next to a good hotel. Highly recommend to stay.
Hosts are friendly, attention to visitors, helpful, provide high standard of rooms and amenities, quite rooms and next to a good hotel. Highly recommend to stay.
10
Paul
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
10
Julie
Jun 13, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly hosts full of useful information about places to visit, pamphlets books etc. Right near to beach, saw red squirrel and rabbits outside while having breakfast. Lovely scrambled eggs and husband thoroughly enjoyed his fry up. Local unusual jams to try as well. Very comfortable. Introduced us to other guests which was a lovely touch.
Friendly hosts full of useful information about places to visit, pamphlets books etc. Right near to beach, saw red squirrel and rabbits outside while having breakfast. Lovely scrambled eggs and husband thoroughly enjoyed his fry up. Local unusual jams to try as well. Very comfortable. Introduced us to other guests which was a lovely touch.
10
Heather E
Jun 20, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible value. The breathtaking views, beach access, & seclusion help create a stunning retreat, but Karen & Darren’s thoughtful touches separate this stay from all others. This was by far our favorite place to stay during our trip in Scotland!
Incredible value. The breathtaking views, beach access, & seclusion help create a stunning retreat, but Karen & Darren’s thoughtful touches separate this stay from all others. This was by far our favorite place to stay during our trip in Scotland!
10
christine
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
10
Mr Ronald H.
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
10
Jeff
Jul 8, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
You haven't traveled until you've stayed at a Bed & Breakfast in the countryside. Our hosts have done an immaculate job with their property. The room felt almost too perfect to use! Wonderful breakfast, beautiful library and sitting area at the centre of the house. Great attention to detail throughout. Walking distance to a good quality dinner restaurant and bar. Gardens and the sea also a short stroll away. All in all a memorable part of our vacation.
You haven't traveled until you've stayed at a Bed & Breakfast in the countryside. Our hosts have done an immaculate job with their property. The room felt almost too perfect to use! Wonderful breakfast, beautiful library and sitting area at the centre of the house. Great attention to detail throughout. Walking distance to a good quality dinner restaurant and bar. Gardens and the sea also a short stroll away. All in all a memorable part of our vacation.
10
PHILIP
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
10
Huw
Mar 20, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe the property as spotless or very well kept, with attention to detail throughout.
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10
Phillip
Jan 4, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Karren and Darren were very very welcoming and attentive to all our needs. The cottage is charming beautiful and spotlessly clean. Parking was right outside the property, which was great as it was raining on arrival. They are very informative of the area and also have books maps and information on the area, for all activities. We were on the Argyll coastal road trip and stayed in eight Bed and breakfast establishments in all. Without doubt this was one of the best. The breakfast was also outstanding, all locally sourced ingredients, the apple and cider sausage was a stand out for me. Would definitely come and stay here again.
Karren and Darren were very very welcoming and attentive to all our needs. The cottage is charming beautiful and spotlessly clean. Parking was right outside the property, which was great as it was raining on arrival. They are very informative of the area and also have books maps and information on the area, for all activities. We were on the Argyll coastal road trip and stayed in eight Bed and breakfast establishments in all. Without doubt this was one of the best. The breakfast was also outstanding, all locally sourced ingredients, the apple and cider sausage was a stand out for me. Would definitely come and stay here again.
10
Jeff
Jul 8, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
You haven't traveled until you've stayed at a Bed & Breakfast in the countryside. Our hosts have done an immaculate job with their property. The room felt almost too perfect to use! Wonderful breakfast, beautiful library and sitting area at the centre of the house. Great attention to detail throughout. Walking distance to a good quality dinner restaurant and bar. Gardens and the sea also a short stroll away. All in all a memorable part of our vacation.
You haven't traveled until you've stayed at a Bed & Breakfast in the countryside. Our hosts have done an immaculate job with their property. The room felt almost too perfect to use! Wonderful breakfast, beautiful library and sitting area at the centre of the house. Great attention to detail throughout. Walking distance to a good quality dinner restaurant and bar. Gardens and the sea also a short stroll away. All in all a memorable part of our vacation.
10
k
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
10
Huw
Mar 20, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with quiet surroundings, comfy beds, good showers, and some with loch or bay views.
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Margaret
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing hosts who went out of their way to help us have the most enjoyable stay. Wonderful breakfasts and beautiful rooms.
Amazing hosts who went out of their way to help us have the most enjoyable stay. Wonderful breakfasts and beautiful rooms.
10
Iain
Jul 6, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautifully and tastefully renovated cottage. Karen and Derek most welcoming and supportive hosts. Great room, lots of space.
Beautifully and tastefully renovated cottage. Karen and Derek most welcoming and supportive hosts. Great room, lots of space.
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Paul
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
10
Lucy
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
10
Anders
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The best service you can imagine! The hosts are absolute #1 in service and see the customers! The room fantastic, the breakfast perfect. We just love this place!
The best service you can imagine! The hosts are absolute #1 in service and see the customers! The room fantastic, the breakfast perfect. We just love this place!
10
Colin
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
10
christine
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
10
Mr Ronald H.
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
10
Iain
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
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Huw
Mar 20, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
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Service
Hosts are widely praised as warm, attentive, and highly informative, often going out of their way to help and accommodate schedules.
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Richard
Sep 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
hosts were very friendly and informative
hosts were very friendly and informative
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Helen
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely place to stay, Karen & Darren were very welcoming, finished off with a lovely breakfast
Such a lovely place to stay, Karen & Darren were very welcoming, finished off with a lovely breakfast
10
Paul
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
10
Todd
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
10
Lucy
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
10
Colin
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
10
Caris
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
10
PHILIP
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
10
k
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
10
Iain
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
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Location
Scenic, rural setting beside Arduaine Garden and near the coast, with views over the loch or bay; convenient for Kilmartin and day trips to Oban. A few guests found it tricky to locate.
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Ying-Yu
Jul 22, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay. Cute cottage. Nice walking near by. Service was also excellent. Highly recommend.
Excellent stay. Cute cottage. Nice walking near by. Service was also excellent. Highly recommend.
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Michael
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet place on the ocean. Initially finding the location was tricky. Only one for option for dinner is the hotel next door. (Pretty good food) other options are 30 minutes away in Oban
Quiet place on the ocean. Initially finding the location was tricky. Only one for option for dinner is the hotel next door. (Pretty good food) other options are 30 minutes away in Oban
10
Todd
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
10
Julie
Jun 13, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly hosts full of useful information about places to visit, pamphlets books etc. Right near to beach, saw red squirrel and rabbits outside while having breakfast. Lovely scrambled eggs and husband thoroughly enjoyed his fry up. Local unusual jams to try as well. Very comfortable. Introduced us to other guests which was a lovely touch.
Friendly hosts full of useful information about places to visit, pamphlets books etc. Right near to beach, saw red squirrel and rabbits outside while having breakfast. Lovely scrambled eggs and husband thoroughly enjoyed his fry up. Local unusual jams to try as well. Very comfortable. Introduced us to other guests which was a lovely touch.
10
Colin
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
This is an excellent b&b in the country with views across the loch. Darren and Karen are very fine and friendly hosts. I am very happy to recommend if you want a rural stay about 30 minutes drive from Oban.
10
Heather E
Jun 20, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Incredible value. The breathtaking views, beach access, & seclusion help create a stunning retreat, but Karen & Darren’s thoughtful touches separate this stay from all others. This was by far our favorite place to stay during our trip in Scotland!
Incredible value. The breathtaking views, beach access, & seclusion help create a stunning retreat, but Karen & Darren’s thoughtful touches separate this stay from all others. This was by far our favorite place to stay during our trip in Scotland!
10
christine
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Wonderful stay. Perfect location next to Arduaine gardens and Melfort hotel. Our room was beautiful, peaceful and so comfortable. Darren and Karen are the perfect hosts. Excellent breakfast and facilities. Cannot recommend highly enough.
10
Mr Ronald H.
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
10
PHILIP
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
10
Huw
Mar 20, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
Where do we start! Idyllic location, lovely warm welcome, room v.clean & comfortable with ensuite and excellent views. Breakfasts were Top Class and very accommodating when we had a very early start one morning. Darren had a wealth of knowledge about places to see & best routes to take and where to see the wildlife. Also willing to lend us guides/books with us.
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Dining
Breakfast is repeatedly highlighted as delicious, generous, and varied. Dinner options are mostly the hotel next door, which is well reviewed; other choices are about a 30-minute drive away in Oban.
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Helen
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely place to stay, Karen & Darren were very welcoming, finished off with a lovely breakfast
Such a lovely place to stay, Karen & Darren were very welcoming, finished off with a lovely breakfast
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Paul
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
Had a most enjoyable stay at The Old Cottage with wonderful hosts Karen and Darren. Really comfy double bed & great shower. Had the benefit of a gorgeous roaring fire in spacious lounge area at night with lots of DVDs and a library of books about stuff to explore in the local area. Darren and Karen were such lovely people, warm , friendly and gave helpful tips about the locality. Breakfast was fabulous, tasty and varied. Would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely be back. Many thanks to Darren and Karen for an amazing break.
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Michael
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet place on the ocean. Initially finding the location was tricky. Only one for option for dinner is the hotel next door. (Pretty good food) other options are 30 minutes away in Oban
Quiet place on the ocean. Initially finding the location was tricky. Only one for option for dinner is the hotel next door. (Pretty good food) other options are 30 minutes away in Oban
10
Todd
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
Gracious, helpful hosts. Beautiful location. Delicious breakfast. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended. Hope to return.
10
Lucy
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
Nice size rooms and bath. Breast was 5 start. The host were available to meet any need. Extensive knowledge of the entire surrounding area. Highly recommend.
10
Mr Ronald H.
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
What a lovely place to stay! Darren and Karen are marvellous hosts, couldn't do enough to make our visit truly memorable. And the breakfasts were delicious, as well as superbly served. The view over the bay, and the local wildlife enjoying their breakfasts outside the window, added an extra charm ... Coupled to a superb restaurant at the hotel next door, not to mention the magnificent scenery and history of the area, we couldn't have found a more ideal place for a short holiday.
10
Caris
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
10
PHILIP
Apr 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
Great location for visiting the Kilmartin valley and Oban, helpful and friendly hosts, lots of local info available at the property, good breakfast with lots of choice. Next door to a National Trust garden and a 4-star hotel with excellent meals
10
k
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
Amazing breakfasts from very friendly owners Darren and Karen. Very knowledgeable and informative about the local area . Well kept and clean accommodation. Nothing was too much trouble
10
Iain
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
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10
Lesley
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, warm welcome and the room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the breakfast in the morning also. Short stay but happy with the service.
Great stay, warm welcome and the room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the breakfast in the morning also. Short stay but happy with the service.
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Carole
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The hosts could not have made us feel more welcome when we arrived. Darren and Karen are a wealth of information about places to go and see, locally and around Scotland. Our room was spotless and very comfortable. Quiet surroundings made our stay very peaceful. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful. We will not hesitate to stay here again should we be visiting the area.
The hosts could not have made us feel more welcome when we arrived. Darren and Karen are a wealth of information about places to go and see, locally and around Scotland. Our room was spotless and very comfortable. Quiet surroundings made our stay very peaceful. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful. We will not hesitate to stay here again should we be visiting the area.
10
Jennifer
Jun 4, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay! Beautiful location; comfortable, quiet and well-appointed!
Great stay! Beautiful location; comfortable, quiet and well-appointed!
10
Iain
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
Hosts were very caring, nothing too much trouble. Very good breakfast. Room was very comfortable.
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Caris
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
Lovely place to stay. Our hosts were amazing and full of information of the area. Best breakfast we had the whole trip.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 16:00 to 22:00
Before 10:30
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FAQs about The Old Cottage
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific accessibility features for rooms and bathrooms are not detailed.
Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?
The Old Cottage is situated in Kilmelford, Oban, close to natural attractions like Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Arduaine Garden. It is also near cultural highlights such as the Ellenabeich Heritage Centre and Easdale Folk Museum.
Are children allowed at the property?
Yes, children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to inquire directly for specific needs.
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- 2026-10-21: 173.55795634931945USD
- 2026-10-22: 148.36712044354246USD
- 2026-10-23: 147.03896176863097USD
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- 2026-10-25: 145.88900851808165USD
- 2026-10-26: 147.03896176863097USD
- 2026-10-27: 159.68851601911925USD
- 2026-10-28: 154.18269273509216USD
- 2026-10-29: 149.07745921733093USD
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- 2026-11-01: 145.11007255682372USD
- 2026-11-02: 154.69230853546142USD
- 2026-11-03: 148.49702016000364USD
- 2026-11-04: 149.07745921733093USD
- 2026-11-05: 154.75225829914854USD
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- 2026-11-07: 149.07745921733093USD
- 2026-11-08: 153.88642000978086USD
- 2026-11-09: 149.96590067381285USD
- 2026-11-10: 153.88642000978086USD
- 2026-11-11: 153.88642000978086USD
- 2026-11-12: 149.07745921733093USD
- 2026-11-13: 149.07745921733093USD
- 2026-11-14: 153.15347806887817USD
- 2026-11-15: 152.28342737109375USD
- 2026-11-16: 153.88642000978086USD
- 2026-11-17: 151.87444703521726USD
- 2026-11-18: 156.48095536949157USD
- 2026-11-19: 176.381006303833USD
- 2026-11-20: 149.90706394486998USD
- 2026-11-21: 156.48095536949157USD
- 2026-11-22: 155.4017740050659USD
- 2026-11-23: 149.9960382299652USD
- 2026-11-24: 153.32731697232055USD
- 2026-11-25: 146.61859423114012USD
- 2026-11-26: NO DATA
- 2026-11-27: 154.77571764683532USD
- 2026-11-28: 146.9715289867401USD
- 2026-11-29: 149.9960382299652USD
- 2026-11-30: 153.17750249574277USD
- 2026-12-01: 161.213938697937USD
- 2026-12-02: 149.9960382299652USD
- 2026-12-03: 151.83370996357726USD
- 2026-12-04: 147.70111469979858USD
- 2026-12-05: 153.92261932438657USD
- 2026-12-06: 146.9449188945465USD
- 2026-12-07: 159.53861592448425USD
- 2026-12-08: 147.70111469979858USD
- 2026-12-09: 154.69367842437742USD
- 2026-12-10: 149.9960382299652USD
- 2026-12-11: 161.02429470112608USD
- 2026-12-12: 153.92261932438657USD
- 2026-12-13: 149.15602234666443USD
- 2026-12-14: 156.66249989808654USD
- 2026-12-15: 153.3311526612854USD
- 2026-12-16: 156.48095536949157USD
- 2026-12-17: 155.33492342596435USD
- 2026-12-18: 155.4017740050659USD
- 2026-12-19: 154.93179936520386USD
- 2026-12-20: 159.27902197489928USD
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