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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
56 Customer Reviews
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"Amazing! The cottage is lovely and so well stocked, even sharp new knives!"
I loved it, a real home from home, will definitely be booking again. Location for Glencoe, Cairngorms, Oban, FW was ideal, would highly recommend the cafe at the highland soap company and the scones at NT glencoe centre were the best! I can’t fault anything at the cottage
Thank you so much Jen for your glowing review. Would love to have you visit the cottage again. Cherry Property Owner
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"This is a really lovely house in a beautiful location - clearly a much loved property."
The views across Loch Linnhe are stunning and all the rooms were very homely and comfortable, a real home from home and very well equipped. Expect a little bit of noise from the road but it didn’t bother us in the slightest - a really good location between Fort William and Oban, with an excellent Co-op at Ballachulish a few minutes’ drive away. The owner Cherry was very friendly and helpful with any queries.
Thank you so much Robert for the glowing review. Always glad to help guests have a wonderful holiday. Cherry Property Owner
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"Great cottage, fabulous views of the loch and sunsets, happy to have the extra shower room with two teenagers who take ages in the bathroom!"
Perfect location for so many places, thanks so much to the host!
You are very welcome Lauretta. So happy you all had a good holiday Property Owner
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"This is a wonderful, comfortable, warm cottage, with beautiful views of Loch Linnhe."
We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others. One small issue is that it is close to a busy road, with fast moving traffic. This doesn't spoil the peace too much, but there isn't a front gate, which may be a problem for people with young children. It was okay for us as we kept our dog on a lead, but just something to be aware of.
So glad you loved the cottage and fabulous views Nicky, thank you so much for your recommendation. You are quite right- guests with very young children should be supervised outside as the main road is not far away and as per listing the garden is not enclosed. Kind regards Cherry Property Owner
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"Communication from owner was fantastic along with the welcome pack and extra information pack in the cottage about the surrounding area and places to visit."
Thank you for your lovely review Michele. Always happy to be of help. So pleased you had a good holiday and enjoyed the cottage. Cherry Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful week at this beautiful cottage on the banks of the Loch."
The cottage was well equipped and cosy and lived up to its name as we saw otters and seals in the loch. We ate at and visited the Hollytree hotel which was a ten minute walk away along the cycle path and we spent a pleasant few evenings looking for sea glass on the little beach across from the cottage. There is a small tidal rock outcrop a few mins to the right of the cottage along the path where seals and otters can also be seen. Despite the road in front this was a peaceful cottage with fabulous views over the ever changing view as the weather and tide rolled in. This was a great base for exploring the local area and we visited Fort William for the Jacobite train, Oban for a Mull & Iona tour and we also visited Highland fold for ice cream and highland cows which is well worth a visit. Only very minor comment on cottage would be the recycling signage was a bit confusing with lots of it and could do with simplifying. We figured it out in the end and had a fab time and wouldn’t hesitate to come back. Thank you!
Thank you Pamela for a fantastic review. Great that the otters and seals made an appearance! Happy you had a wonderful time in the cottage. Cherry Property Owner
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"The Sea Otter was an excellent cottage and location and visited many beautiful places in and around Fort William/Glencoe/Ben Nevis/Corran etc."
We saw Sea Otters from the beach just opposite the cottage and a young deer in the back garden on two occasions. We enjoyed an evening meal at the Holly Tree which is a short distance away.
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"Absolutely amazing property."
Beautiful location. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. Owner welcoming and helpful. Will definitely book again.
So glad you enjoyed Stephen. Thank you very much for the wonderful review. We would love to have you visit again. Cherry Property Owner
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"Lovely well equipped cottage in a beautiful location over looking Loch Linnhe."
I would particularly like to say how spotlessly clean the property is and how comfortable the the king sized beds are. Our little dogs enjoyed the lovely walks from the doorstep but do bear in mind that the property is close to a main road and the gardens are not completely sealed so supervision of pets is required. The woodburner was great for the cooler evenings but even without, the cottage was warm and cosy. We shall look forward to returning
Thank you Alan for your fantastic review. So glad you enjoyed. It is a very unique spot. We would love to see you come back again. Kind regards Cherry Property Owner
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"Thought this property had 2 superking beds but they wasn’t."
My mistake? Very dirty but was given £50 as a good will jesture.
I am disappointed to hear that you didn't enjoy your stay at Sea Otter Cottage. However, I wanted to share with you that we take pride in providing a beautiful cottage with excellent reviews from our previous guests. We believe that your review may not accurately reflect the beauty of the cottage and all that it has to offer. I just wanted to clarify that the beds in the cottage are king-size, not super king, and this is clearly indicated in the Sykes advert and my welcoming messages to you. Our cleaner is usually very fastidious and has a perfect score for cleanliness, and we do our best to make sure that the cottage is beautifully appointed, well-equipped, and in a stunning location. We work hard to ensure that our guests have every comfort and a delightful experience, including a lovely welcome hamper. In order to maintain the cleanliness of the cottage, we kindly ask that dogs are not allowed on the furniture or bedding, especially if they have dirty paws. I provided throws that can be used to cover the sofas if necessary, although you did not use them in this instance. Property Owner
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"A lovely cottage."
Great views. Excellent location.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Nicola. So glad you enjoyed. Cherry Property Owner
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"Absolutely wonderful cottage everything we needed was there a real home from home and set in one of the most beautiful places in the world."
A week was not long enough the cottage and the place were both very special
Thank you so much Henry for your stunning review. So glad you enjoyed. I agree it's an amazing spot Property Owner
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"The cottage was beautiful, decorated lovely, it was big and spacious."
It was central enough to everything we wanted. We spent every evening cooking at home and chilled out by the fire. The garden was perfect for the dogs.the owner made sure I had her contact details and send me the exact location of the cottage and provided any information I needed.
Thank you for your review Hannah. Glad you all had a good time. Cherry Property Owner
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"Great week at Sea Otter cottage, with everything we needed for our stay there."
Wouldn’t change a thing in the spacious immaculate cottage! Didn’t see the otters but spent a lot of evenings down on the shoreline. Our Sea Labrador growled angrily a few times, at the waters edge, at what turned out to be seals coming to see what we were doing in their loch. Waking to snow on the peaks across the bay was a real treat and the evening orange and pink skies making the bracken look on fire I would never tire of. Great location with everything you need close by making it an ideal base to our days out. Would highly recommend.
Thank you so much Elizabeth for your glowing comments about Sea Otter Cottage and its outstanding location. Hope you visit again. Cherry Property Owner
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"Sea Otter Cottage was great."
Very cosy, comfortable and clean. Well appointed kitchen with everything you would need. Loved the wood-burning stove in the living-room. A real home from home. Lovely garden at the back with stunning views from the front. Immediate parking outside was a bonus. Would definitely come back again.
Hi Caroline. Thank you for your fabulous review. Happy you enjoyed. Yes please visit again. Cherry Property Owner
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"A beautifully renovated cottage in a wonderful location for Loch views and walks to spot wildlife on the shoreline…… This is a true gem fully equipped kitchen comfortable furnishings and bed…."
.very useful ground floor shower…..spacious and comfortable……we had a great week in Scotland…and the weather was kind to us ……… A lovely cottage with wonderful views across the Loch and if your lucky …magnificent sunsets ……..
Thank you Angie for your wonderful review. It is a very special spot. Please come again Property Owner
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"We were very happy with Sea Otter Cottage."
It was clean, well equipped and a great location. Despite the dreadful weather we enjoyed exploring the local area and the walks from the doorstep. Many thanks.
Thank you for your very kind review Jill. Glad you enjoyed despite the poor weather. Cherry Property Owner
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"Sea Otter Cottage is set in the most beautiful location on the shore of Loch Linnhe with magnificent views to the mountains beyond."
The cottage was really welcoming and included everything you could possibly need - it really felt like you were coming back home after a busy day exploring. The cottage is on the main road (A838) but set well back and outside of peak times there is very little traffic. The old railway line between Oban and Ballachulish runs parallel to the road and gives the opportunity for walks with spectacular views right from the front door. In all, a wonderful relaxing holiday away from it all. We have already decided we will be back.
Thank you Craig for a wonderful review. We would love to welcome you back. Glad you had a fantastic, relaxing holiday. Cherry Property Owner
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"Hi Cherry,."
We are just leaving, thank you for letting us stay in your lovely cottage. Just a note, we have only used the bedroom to the left top of the stairs. The right one we haven't been in. We will be booking again. We have loved it
Hi Mel. Thank you so much for the fantastic review. So glad you enjoyed. Yes we would love to see you return Property Owner
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"Sea Otter Cottage has magnificient views."
In the cupboard next to the kitchen the airer was full of towels so it meant we had to take the towels off and fold them so that we could use the airer. We left the folded towels on top of the washing machine. There really wasn't anwyhere that you could air clothing as there was no tumble dryer. In view of the weather in Scotland an airer would be extremely handy. In total we were away from home for a month so we needed to wash, dry clothing and air. The property was reasdonably well appointed comfortable beds ok linen, towels had seen better days. The reception on the television was not good unless you used Raku. We contacted the owner who was helpful via text. Sea View is not a place to stay if you want to use anything other than RAku.
Hi Ken In the kitchen there is a tumble dryer which I bought new last year and there is also an airing pulley. The tumble dryer is next to the oven. Unfortunately TV reception in the Highlands is often not good if you want a remote location. Roku, which accesses many channels via the Internet, is the only option. It is not great for live TV but has many options for Internet TV. Glad you enjoyed the views and other facilities at the cottage. Property Owner
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"Fabulous cottage, well equipped, and in a beautiful location."
Very aptly named, as we did see the Sea Otters! The only one small thing we would have liked was a tv in the bedroom, but that is just our personal preference. We loved it and would thoroughly recommend it.
Thank you for your lovely review Sarah. Great that you got to see the otters- such a beautiful experience. Cherry Property Owner
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"Brilliant views and lovely area convenient for Glen Coe, Ben Nevis and boat trips from Oban."
The owner was also very helpful when we had a query.
Thank you so much Jeremy for your very kind review. So pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Cherry Property Owner
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"Sea Otter Cottage can't be faulted."
Home from home. Excellent views. Lovely walks along the loch shore outside the property. Excellent location for local attractions. Plenty of information provided and suggestions for days out. Fantastic holiday, would thoroughly recommend.
Thank you so much Janet for your wonderful review. So glad you had a good holiday. It really is a special spot I agree. Cherry. Property Owner
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"Beautiful situated cottage, great for visiting Mallaig, Fort William, Oban and all the beautiful surrounding villages and towns."
The cottage owner certainly made us welcome with their basket of goodies and information brochure.
Thank you John for your excellent review. Sounds like you had a wonderful time getting out and about. Kind regards Cherry Property Owner
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"Brilliant cottage had everything to make our stay perfect."
Very comfortable clean and kitted out beautifully. Location was great and views stunning. Would recommend and would definitely book again.
Thank you soooo much Diane for your wonderful review. Yes please come back and enjoy. Property Owner
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"A delightful cottage in a splendid Loch side setting."
Very good central access to Oban, Fort William and Glencoe. Lovely large kitchen/diner with lovely views from all rooms. Would thoroughly recommend Sea Otter Cottage to anyone visiting the area. We have been 2 years in a row now.
Thank you for the fantastic review Duncan. That's great you had a good time. Many thanks Cherry Property Owner
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"The cottage was lovely, very clean and comfortable with gorgeous views."
We would definitely come back and stay again.
Thank you Victoria for your lovely review. It is a wonderful spot. We would love to see you come back again. Take care Cherry Property Owner
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"The best cottage we have stayed in so comfy and warm the log stove was great on a frosty night will be back again"
Thank you Alan. So pleased you enjoyed. We would love to see you again Property Owner
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"What an absolute delight."
The cottage was well prepared, comfortable, the heating highly efficient. The beds linen towels etc fine. Could not fault the cottage in any way. The location is awesome, the scenery the sunset seen from the cottage especially. The area filled with delights, walks, excellent eating places, a good pub. The best week away in a long time. Thinking of booking the same for next year.
Thank you so much Stephen for your outstanding review. So glad you enjoyed. It is an amazing place. I hope you do pay another visit to Sea Otter Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage, immaculately clean in a fantastic location with views of Loch Linnhe from almost every window."
Lots of places to visit some local others about an hours drive. Plenty of walking and outdoor activities close by. Had to contact the owner due to some issue with the chimney she was very helpful and managed to get things sorted quite quickly until builders could come.
Thank you Denise for your lovely review Property Owner
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"The property is well located for the western lochs, Oban , Mull & Skye."
Only one restaurant/pub in walking distance. This has a great terrace and good food. Good pubs in Ballachulish/ Glencoe a couple of miles up the road. Cottage clean and tidy with well equipped kitchen. Note that at night it is pitch black outside so a torch is a must. Only negatives are lack of free view on tv and iplayer can be slow. Gardens not dog secure since front garden has no gate. Rear garden needs to be opened up further and fenced. Notwithstanding this there is a long and safe path along loch that takes you to holy tree hotel
Thank you Martyn for your positive feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Beautiful comfy cottage excellently equipped facilities just what we expected ."
..on arrival a lovely lady cleaner had just finished and showed us around and how everything worked nothing was to much trouble . Great location to get to everywhere we wanted to be and highly recommend.
Thank you Martyn for your kind review. I love the location too. Cherry Property Owner
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"Excellent location."
Gorgeous view and surroundings. Great stay. Beds would need improvement. However left very happy.
Hi Christophe Glad you enjoyed. Property Owner
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"A beautful Cottage."
IT was so clean and the equipment was fantastic. There was a welcome basket for us when we arrived for which we were very grateful.The views are stunning. It's very easy to get to places from there. We would reccomend it to anyone.
Thank you Jane for your wonderful review. Glad you enjoyed Property Owner
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"Very comfortable, very clean and well equipped cottage, very helpful owner."
Wonderful views, particularly from the upstairs picture windows. Lots to do in the area, would recommend : Drive to Ardnamurchan Lighthouse with stop in Arisaig, Ride up the gondola and walk along the Nevis Range, Walk to the Stall Waterfall through Glen Nevis. Would readily rebook.
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"Supremely well equipped kitchen with ample crockery, cutlery and cooking implements."
Plenty of space in bedrooms, kitchen / dining room and living room. Two bathrooms a definite bonus too! The views both front and back are amazing and our photos don't do them justice.
Thank you so much Mark for your wonderful review. I particularly love the spectacular sunsets Property Owner
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"Perfect location & gorgeous views."
Cottage was well equipped & very comfortable. Would highly recommend.
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"Lovely cottage, with stunning views over the loch, the sunsets were beautiful, we were very lucky as had great weather."
The cottage had everything you needed for a comfortable holiday, the kitchen was very well equipped. Even saw otters in the bay. Well located for touring a wonderful area.
Thank you so much for your lovely review Christine. So glad the otters came out to play for you as well. They are such a beautiful sight Property Owner
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"Excellent cottage in a great location."
Very clean and tidy, has everything you need. Overall it was fantastic value compared to similar accommodation nearby, and we couldn’t fault it
Thank you Gareth for your kind feedback. So glad you enjoyed. It is a very special location Property Owner
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"We loved our stay, definitely the best cottage we have stayed in."
The area is so beautiful and we were blessed with good weather so we had many stunning sunsets, and the view from the cottage is amazing. We are quite used to walking at night so thought we would have an evening meal at the Holly Tree hotel. The walk back to the cottage after was very dark and thankfully we had our phones for light but anyone wanting to walk at night in Winter will need a good torch, or maybe we are just used to the city lights, but the sky and stars are stunning! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Thank you so much Jacqueline for your very kind review. It is a lovely spot. Property Owner
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"We had a fantastic stay at Sea Otter Cottage."
The location is stunning and we had some spectacular sunsets over the Bay in front of the house. We were also lucky enough to see the Aurora one night. The cottage served as a good place for exploring the west coast. The kitchen was very well equipped and the cottage itself was surprisingly spacious. The views from the bedroom windows were breathtaking. We would definitely stay here again and were very happy with the property and the location, the only criticism I could make is that I found the beds to be rather hard and not very comfortable.
Hi Katie. Glad you enjoyed. It is a very special location. Apologies if you found the beds a bit hard. They are hotel quality medium hardness. Unfortunately guests 2 weeks ago found them too soft for them. Hard to get a balance that is good for everyone. If you visit again let me know in advance and I will try to put a mattress topper on them. Kind regards Cherry Property Owner
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"Sea otter cottage is a warm and cosy tardis - much bigger on the inside than it looks from outside !"
Idyllic setting with magnificent views and yes we saw sea otters. It was very clean and well equipped, though the beds were too soft for us. Ideally located to visit Glencoe, Fort William, Oban and the Inner Hebrides.
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"We had the most amazing stay at Sea otters cottage."
Beautiful house, well equipped, very clean, we all loved it. Quiet, great location with fantastic views! I highly recommend it and we will be hoping to be back soon.
Thank you Giselle for your kind review. So happy you enjoyed. Property Owner
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"Such a comfy and cosy place to shelter from the Scottish weather."
Great location too. The only thing I'd say to improve on would be to provide some firewood and kindling upon arrival as well as having the heating on as the property was very cold when we arrived. But other than that I loved our stay and would definitely come back
Hi Naomi. Glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your suggestions. There is usually a starter pack of wood, kindling, firelighters and matches in the lounge or in the green box outside. Apologies. Thanks Cherry Property Owner
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"Wonderful stay at Sea Otter Cottage."
Comfortable and cosy with everything one looks for in a holiday rental. Spotlessly clean, very comfortable with a cosy solid fuel burner and stunning views. And dog friendly too! Would definitely recommend. We initially booked for 7 nights, then 5 days into our holiday we decided to extend our stay for another week. Luckily the cottage was available and after booking, the owner Cherry contacted us to offer an extra 2 nights for free. We gratefully accepted. Sadly the weather wasn't on our side for the entire holiday as it rained everyday, but it gave us a chance to snuggle in front of the fire while looking at the incredible scenery outside and the kitchen was brilliantly equipped to cook some lovely meals. Very restful break.
Thank you so much Carolyn for your fantastic review. So glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Sea Otter Cottage."
Fabulous location for exploring Glencoe and Fort William we’ve even made it to Skye. Facilities were second to none especially we were surprised how well stocked the cottage is. Although we didn’t participate in any cooking activities it would have been possible to whip up a 3 course meal with all the cookware, crockery and utensils available. The views from the cottage were stunning photos don’t do any justice to this cottage it’s a lot bigger especially the kitchen area and beds are very comfortable. We can’t wait to return.
Thanks you so much for your kind words Zivile. Glad you enjoyed. It is a very special spot. All the best Cherry Property Owner
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"Comfortable and convenient cottage in a beautiful location."
Great things to see and do. Lots of wildlife and footpaths to explore. We enjoyed it immensely Thankyou. A
Thank you so much Angela. Glad you had a great holiday. Kind regards Cherry Property Owner
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"A beautiful, comfortable, light and airy cottage, with stunning views of the loch."
So well equipped for self catering and holidaying in, that it was a joy to cook there and we only ate out once. The place had been immaculately cleaned by the housekeeper. Cherry (owner) was in contact beforehand with some good directions, and we found wine, shortbread and chocolates waiting for us. The beds are very comfortable, but a chair in the bedrooms would be nice, even if only to sit and gaze at the sunsets (and sea otters if they deem to make an appearance) and possibly a mirror in each room? Thank you Cherry for a week to remember, we both miss it.
Thank you for your feedback and we are so glad to hear you really enjoyed your stay. We are adding seating and mirrors to the bedrooms based on your feedback so thank you for the suggestions and we hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
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"No enclosed garden."
No directions to find property. Took 40 mins to find it. More info needed for future users.
Thank you for the feedback, if I had known at the time you needed assistance I would of course have helped with claryifing the location and have now added further info to the pre arrival directions. Apologies regarding the garden, this has now been amended on the advert. Property Owner
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"Sea Otter Cottage is in a fabulous position with amazing views and a good base for exploring the surrounding areas."
Would say you need to book well in advance if wanting to eat at the nearby Hollytree Hotel bar & restaurant. We only managed to go once during our week stay and that was the one I had pre booked a few weeks before. In fact most eating places were booked up so would advise planning ahead in that department. The cottage is extremely well equipped for self catering and the Morrison’s in Fort William was very good with nice fresh meat and fish so our portable gas BBQ was put to good use. Loved it & look forward to returning one day.
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"It would be good to have a choice of bedding so, in the event of unseasonally wamf weather a thinner duvet could be used."
Other than that we were very happy with the standard and quality of facilities.
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"Sea Otter Cottage is just perfect as a coastal holiday home."
Great facilities and bits and bobs of very high quality. The light in the property really makes it, with large easterly and westerly windows. Cycle path across the road was so useful and beautifully made. Didn't want to leave, but we hope very much to be back. Thanks Cherry, you were a very helpful host too!
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"Such a fantastic location for lochs, sea, mountains and Fortwilliam."
Local walks and places to eat, recommend Laroch in Ballachulish and Holly Tree Hotel nearby with beautiful views.
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"A fantastic stay at Sea Otter Cottage."
Had a courtesy call from Cherry a few days before and a text reminder of the key code. First impressions of the cottage were wonderful. Clean and cosy, logs stocked by the fire and a gorgeous welcome basket with shortbread, wine and jams. The location of the cottage is lovely although the road out front is noisy. 15 minutes to Glencoe with brilliant access to the Highlands on the A82. Everything felt clean and new in the cottage. We really enjoyed doing a jigsaw and reading the Rough guide to Scotland book. Shower was clean but towels were still very fluffy (obviously new) so left fluff on your after bathing (a tiny thing). The beds were large and comfortable and we found the storage in the kitchen / bedrooms very handy. We found the walking / cycle path in front of the cottage handy for walking our dogs. Overall a really lovely stay in a lovely location. We would certainly return to the Highlands and would look to book Sea Otter Cottage again. 10/10
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"Lovely cottage, couldn't fault it."
Everything you would want and more, bed was so comfortable. The view was out of this world with walks and cycling paths straight from the cottage. Saw plenty of wildlife including a sea otter in the loch opposite!
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"Your directions from The South onto the road A28 was actually not correct."
It is about 2.5 miles from the roundabout and the property is actually on the left, not the right. This did cause confusion on our arrival. The location is amazing and the views stunning. Cherry, the owner, made the property very welcoming with a note and some gifts. It is a lovely spot next to the Loch and we would highly recommend it as it is in a wonderful position with the Oban cycle path right outside the front door. Would certainly return again for more mountain walking and bring bikes next time.
Thank you for your kind review! We have made the amendments to the directions, so thanks for bringing this to our attention. Property Owner
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 2 x king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) bedrooms
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Ground-floor shower room with power shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Lounge
- Oil fired central heating and multi-fuel stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer, dishwasher, highchair, travel cot, WiFi
- TV in lounge with Roku box for live internet channels and on demand programs.
- DVD player with selection of DVDs also available
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Ample off-road parking for up to four cars
- Sheltered patio with seating and steps up to lawn
- Sunny front patio with spectacular views
- Two well-behaved dogs allowed
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 5.1 miles, pub 10 minute walk down the cycle track
- Please note: the garden is not enclosed for pets
The property
Ballachulish 5 miles.
The perfectly named Sea Otter Cottage lies before an immaculate waterfront in the Scottish Highlands, filled with ample opportunity to view unique wildlife and enjoy rural adventure, not to mention the most breath-taking sunsets!
Spectacular scenery awaits as you enter this gorgeous property, perfect for a group of couples or a family of four looking to break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Venture out to the beautiful surrounding views from this cottage, nestled in the quaint village of Kentallen, enjoying a peaceful stroll among the glistening waters of Loch Linnhe, or head out on the Oban to Fort William cycle path (right outside the front door) before returning back and visiting the Hollytree Hotel & Swimming Pool next door to the property, boasting a pool, hot tub, sauna and delicious restaurant.
Be welcomed by the charming kitchen/diner, offering a homely space where you can throw together home-cooked meals in the spacious kitchen, filled with fantastic amenities before sitting down at the dining table, catching up over an evening of wine and chatter.
After everything's been cleared away, snuggle up on one of the plush sofas in front of the cracking multi-fuel stove, letting a mug of tea warm up your hands as you decide on a film for the evening.
From here, you can access a lovely open plan garden, an ideal spot to dine alfresco or enjoy a morning coffee.
Also on the ground-floor is a handy shower room, great for coming in and cleaning up after a muddy exploration before heading upstairs to change, whilst a second bathroom rests upstairs with a sumptuous bath to unwind in.
Withdraw to one of two beautiful bedrooms, both offering king-size beds which can be made to twins if needed, and exceptional views of the far-reaching waterfront and rugged mountains.
Sit out on the sunny front patio enjoying splendid views of the amazing waterfront, sipping on a cold beverage as you try and spot close-up sea life including porpoises, while the sea otters come right into the bay opposite!
Why not wander down to The Hollytree pub with the group, which is a mere 10 minute walk down the cycle track, so you won't have to worry about walking back on the main road afterwards.
Ballachulish is home to several shops for you to buy any essentials, as well as welcoming pubs where you can meet the locals and enjoy a tipple of traditional Scottish whisky.
Explore the beauty of the outstanding Scottish Highlands, taking a ferry from Loch Leven over to remote Ardnamurchan Peninsula, filled with hidden gems and wildlife at Sanna Bay, magical forestry and rugged moorlands.
Spend a day at Kinlochleven, finding thrills at the unique Ice Factor centre, trying out indoor ice and rock climbing pursuing the heart-pounding aerial adventure.
Fort William is further afield (only a 20 minute drive) with a wealth of vibrant shopping, pubs, restaurants, and historic attractions, whilst Glencoe village (6 minutes' drive away) offers picturesque scenery throughout an array of walking, hiking, climbing and cycling opportunities.
Both Ben Nevis and Glencoe areas offer famous winter mountaineering opportunities,including 2 ski resorts.
The Cairngorns are 45 minutes away and offering a range of winter activities For exploring the surrounding isles, Oban (40 minute drive away) offers ferries to take you anywhere you'd like, for some unforgettable Scottish isle-hopping!
Discover true beauty in the Scottish Highlands during your stay at Sea Otter Cottage.
EPC Rating: Band E.
EPC Rating: Band G
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-40103-F
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
About the location
BALLACHULISH
Kinlochleven 8 miles; Fort William 15 miles.
Deriving its name from the Gaelic Baile a' Chaolais meaning 'The Village by the Narrows’, Ballachulish straddles the narrows at the mouth of Loch Leven. Encompassing North Ballachulish and South Ballachulish, these two villages were separated until 1975 when the Ballachulish Bridge opened. North Ballachulish sits just across the bridge while South Ballachulish lies 3 miles to the east on the southern side. North Ballachulish offers a hotel and petrol station/shop, whilst South Ballachulish has a supermarket, coffee shop, Post Office, pubs, hotels and a Tourist Information Centre/gift shop. Ballachulish attracts many visitors throughout the year and is a perfect base for those wishing to enjoy outdoor pursuits. Ballachulish once had a major slate quarrying operation which continued for over 250 years until 1955 when the quarry was closed and today the old quarries are now being reclaimed by nature and the area is famous once again but this time as an idyllic holiday location. Nearby Kinlochleven boasts Ice Factor, an indoor ice and rock climbing centre, plus Fort William, with the impressive title of the Outdoor Capital of the UK, is situated 15 miles to the north with access to the famous Nevis Range, and Glencoe is within easy reach. With Fort Augustus and Loch Ness about an hour’s drive away, Ballachulish is a fabulous holiday location.
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