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Gateway to the islands on Kintyre coast, West of Scotland
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10185 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
Explore the area

Tarbert, SCT
- Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalPlace, Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
- Glenbarr AbbeyPlace, Glenbarr Abbey2 min drive
- Glenbarr Abbey - Clan Macalister Museum & Tea RoomPlace, Glenbarr Abbey - Clan Macalister Museum & Tea Room2 min drive
- Islay (ILY)Airport, Islay (ILY)
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About the area
Tarbert
When you stay at this vacation home in Tarbert, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Glenbarr Abbey and Glenbarr Abbey - Clan Macalister Museum & Tea Room. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Rhunahaorine Beach and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Machrihanish Beach.
What's nearby
- Glenbarr Abbey - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Glenbarr Abbey - Clan Macalister Museum & Tea Room - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Springbank Distillery - 21 min drive - 27.9 km
- Machrihanish Golf Club - 29 min drive - 36.8 km
- Tarbert Harbour - 37 min drive - 50.8 km
Getting around
- Campbeltown (CAL) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Argyll Hotel - 11 min drive
- Glenbaar Nursery - 2 min drive
- Glenbarr Nurseries - 2 min drive
- Gallery 10 - 3 min drive
- Glenbarr Stores - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gateway to the islands on Kintyre coast, West of Scotland
A beautiful new property for rental from Spring 2019. A detached villa with stunning coastal views of the sea, Isle of Islay and Isle of Gigha. Ideal location for exploring Kintyre coast and islands Islay, Jura, Gigha and Arran. 20 minutes from Campbeltown and 15 minutes from Campbeltown airport, 5 minutes from the ferry to Gigha, 20 minutes from Kennacraig for the ferry to Islay and Jura, 20 minutes for ferry to Arran.
Surrounded by 2 acres of private gardens, Achnaha is a peaceful haven, ideal for families or group of friends. Choice of beautiful beaches, golf, whisky, gin, forest trails, island hopping, castles and abbeys to explore. Local pub and restaurant less than 5 minutes’ drive from the house. Local shop, garden centre, cafe, post office also less than 5 minutes’ drive.
Downstairs the house is heated by underfloor heating and has a lovely wood burning stove. The house is very well-insulated with underfloor heating and hot water provided by Air Source Heat Pump. There is a large lounge and dining area, modern kitchen with breakfast table and French doors overlooking coast with Islay, Jura and Gigha easily in view.
There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with wooden floors throughout. There is a Master bedroom (with king sized bed) and Family Bedroom (with single and bunk beds) on the 1st floor with two doubles on the ground floor (one with en-suite). Each bathroom benefits from half-height heated towel rails.
In the two main living areas there are 2 sets of patio doors for you to enjoy the fabulous views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Sound of Gigha.
Furnished to a luxury standard with all home comforts you would expect with a welcome pack included. Luxurious Egyptian cotton towels and bedding, hypoallergenic duvet and pillows. Hair dryer and hot water bottle all provided.
The kitchen is finished to a high standard. The kitchen has integrated appliances
; gas hob, oven, microwave oven, fridge freezer and dishwasher. Additionally there is a Nescafe coffee machine, electric wok and a George Foreman Grill. A separate utility room also provides a washing machine.
Outside there are extensive gardens with over 2 acres of ground around the house.
Surrounded by 2 acres of private gardens, Achnaha is a peaceful haven, ideal for families or group of friends. Choice of beautiful beaches, golf, whisky, gin, forest trails, island hopping, castles and abbeys to explore. Local pub and restaurant less than 5 minutes’ drive from the house. Local shop, garden centre, cafe, post office also less than 5 minutes’ drive.
Downstairs the house is heated by underfloor heating and has a lovely wood burning stove. The house is very well-insulated with underfloor heating and hot water provided by Air Source Heat Pump. There is a large lounge and dining area, modern kitchen with breakfast table and French doors overlooking coast with Islay, Jura and Gigha easily in view.
There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with wooden floors throughout. There is a Master bedroom (with king sized bed) and Family Bedroom (with single and bunk beds) on the 1st floor with two doubles on the ground floor (one with en-suite). Each bathroom benefits from half-height heated towel rails.
In the two main living areas there are 2 sets of patio doors for you to enjoy the fabulous views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Sound of Gigha.
Furnished to a luxury standard with all home comforts you would expect with a welcome pack included. Luxurious Egyptian cotton towels and bedding, hypoallergenic duvet and pillows. Hair dryer and hot water bottle all provided.
The kitchen is finished to a high standard. The kitchen has integrated appliances
; gas hob, oven, microwave oven, fridge freezer and dishwasher. Additionally there is a Nescafe coffee machine, electric wok and a George Foreman Grill. A separate utility room also provides a washing machine.
Outside there are extensive gardens with over 2 acres of ground around the house.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Office
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a hospital
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Golf
- Optional golf privileges
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,991 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 very well behaved pet allowed. Add charge applie
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 230916-000022
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Gateway Islands Kintyre Coast West Scotland House Tarbert
Gateway Islands Kintyre Coast West Scotland House
Gateway Islands Kintyre Coast West Scotland Tarbert
Gateway Islands Kintyre Coast West Scotland
Gateway s Kintyre Coast West