Dog Friendly Holidays Argyll and Bute

Achaglachgach Stables near Tarbert in Argyll is the perfect venue for big family get-togethers. Spacious eco-home. Family and pet-friendly. Fully equipped kitchen. Off-road parking. Fenced gardens. Torinturk 1.5 miles; Tarbert 6.4 miles; Ardishaig 16.3 miles; Glasgow 107 miles.

This charming characterful, detached cottage rests in Taynuilt near Connel, Argyll & Bute. Off-road parking. En-suite master bedroom. Stunning views. Oban 11.6 miles; Inveraray 25.5 miles.

This homely, pet-friendly lodge rests on the bay in Craobh Haven near Ardfern, Argyll and Bute. Family-friendly. Rural location. Beautiful views. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Lochgilphead 17.9 miles; Oban 22.4 miles.

Situated on the most accessible of the west coast islands and straddling the Highland Line, this spacious apartment boasts stunning views over the open water and lies in a rural location, just a few yards from the shoreline. A popular destination for fishing, the inland lochs are popular with anglers for coarse and game fishing. Loch Fad offers the opportunity to fish for rainbow trout and is only 3 miles away. Relax as you explore the gently undulating hills, catch glimpses of the wildlife and marvel at the vistas.
Seaview Cottage (UK4769) is perfect for a couple’s getaway, offering a comfortable double bedroom with an additional sofa bed for flexible sleeping. The cottage also boasts a private garden with enclosed seaview patio and bubbling hot tub for cosy evenings under the stars.
For such a compact island, Bute offers varied landscapes from the lush, fertile and rolling hills of the island’s heart to the craggy, heather-covered moorlands of the north and the delightful sandy beaches around the coastline. A haven for walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, Bute has a wealth of wildlife including wild goats, buzzards and roe deer. Scalpsie Bay, set against the magnificent backdrop of Arran, is home to a large colony of seals.
There are many historical sites to visit including the standing stones at Ettrick Bay, the ancient chapel of St Blane, and the vitrified Iron Age Fort at Dunagoil. Visit the Victorian Gothic mansion of Mount Stuart, open to the public along with its beautiful gardens, Bute Museum, Rothesay Castle and the fabulous gardens of Ascog Hall and Ardencraig. There are many events held throughout the year, including the famous annual Jazz Festival, the spectacular Highland Games, traditional agricultural shows, concerts and art festivals; whatever your interest it can be found on the Isle of Bute. Catch the ferry for the 5-minute trip to Colintraive on the Cowal Peninsula and explore Argyll’s Secret Coast where you have easy access to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, or head north to Inverary and beyond. Take the ferry from Portavadie over to Jura and Islay, and Tarbert where you can explore Kintyre. Beach 50 yards.

This cosy cottage benefits from a stunning location directly on the Lochside, with loch views from the sitting room, main bedroom and front garden. It is a cosy and comfortable home, but not contemporary in style.

Sitting in quiet isolation with Loch Fyne only 20 yards from the door, Beech Cottage is a detached, compact holiday cottage that has magnificent views across the loch and to the historic town of Inveraray which boasts a spectacular castle, home to the Duke of Argyll, and to Dunderave Castle.

Accessed by a rough track, this cottage lies in an area of Argyll with stunning beauty, fantastic walking and the opportunity for water-based activities. The area abounds with nature and there are seals, otters, porpoises and many sea birds that can be seen from the cottage. There are also many local sight-seeing activities, from visiting historic castles to stunning famous gardens and forests. It is also a great launch pad to visit much of Argyll’s famous scenery, lochs, mountains and coast. There are many wonderful restaurants locally, including the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, 5 miles, the Creggan’s Inn, 5 miles and The George Inn, Inveraray. Loch Lomond National Park is close by to explore with walking, cycle paths, fishing and loch cruises. Benmore Botanic Gardens, 18 miles, provides stunning biophilic colour.

The cottage is also an Eco-friendly home, using an electric boiler and central heating system and we encourage the use of only environmentally friendly cleaning products which are provided. Energy use is from renewable sources only so that we minimise the cottage’s impact on the environment. This is a remote part of Scotland, which is part of its appeal, but there are no supermarket or other amenities within immediate reach. The nearest small town is Inveraray which is a 25-30 minute drive and has a small supermarket.

Charming, mid-terrace cottage located in the village of Blairmore, near Dunoon in Argyll and Bute. Loch views. Patio with furniture. Off-road parking. Dunoon 9 miles.

Fabulous, detached cottage with sea views situated in the town of Rothesay on the Isle of Bute. Pet-friendly. Spacious interior. Port Bannatyne 2.7 miles.

This delightful, detached Swiss-style cottage is located in Lochawe, Scotland. Woodburner. WiFi. Open-plan living. Taynuilt 9.2 miles; Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park 15.5 miles.

Delightful ground floor cottage in the village of Taynuilt in beautiful Argyll. Close to superb walking and fishing. Open plan accommodation. Oban 11 miles.

Lovely first floor cottage in Taynuilt near Oban. Beautiful scenery and ideal for walking, fishing and exploring the islands. Oban 11 miles.