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"Enjoyed staying at Glendessary"
Reviewed by Susan4.7★Oct 2024
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"After some difficulties finding Glen Dessary, we arrived to be greeted with the rustic aspect of our accommodation."
As promised, the keys were in the door, and our surname was on the window. The meter showed £7.13.
We had a marvellous few days here. The whole area is spectacular. Glen Dessary was always welcoming when we returned.
Despite cooking on several nights, have a bath, several showers, lights on, TV on, charging various devices, we failed to use all the credit. Admittedly, we don't like where we live to be too warm, but it was certainly warm enough for us.
All in all, we had a great time here and would happily come back.
Reviewed by John4.7★Sep 2024
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"We weren’t even supposed to be there for our break, as the owners had shut the place down because they were away on holiday themselves."
You obviously either didn’t record this holiday, or just didn’t listen. If it hadn’t been for extremely helpful chap who lived at the same location, we’d have been travelling back another 8 hour drive. He managed to get in touch with the owners, who organised a cleaner so that we could stay in the property. We tried to contact you on multiple occasions on the Saturday, all ending in failure, and to top it off, you didn’t even return our calls when we selected a call back. Shocking service, and I won’t be using or recommending Sykes Cottages again.
Reviewed by Steven5.0★Aug 2024
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"Great, neat wee cabin."
Perfect base for exploring the area. It has all the essentials, as listed in the booking info. The area is quiet, which was lovely. The animals are an added bonus, it was lovely to see the dogs after a 5 year gap. We can't wait to visit again.
Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2024
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"Please read everything about cottage properly carefully before booking
Good points:
Good View outside
Can see Ben nevis from outaide cottage
Get to see some chickens roaming around
Got a small TV that works but doesn't connect to the WiFi so use your hotspot
Bad points :
I wish this cottage didn't run on a meter."
This is the biggest downfall
Unfortunately I wasn't thinking wisely before booking this
Booked cottages before. This is the most bad experience because of this meter which seemed to use up money quick
The old man I assume the husband was rude . The wife is nicely spoken
No iron
No ironboard
Heater in bedroom didn't work
Heater in living room couldn't feel hot air coming out
Basics weren't given the way other cottages do like sugar and Teabags.
No central heating
Water gets warm by switching on a button which then makes water warm. This also uses the meter up.
I don't think this cottage should be more than 300 to 350 because of this meter being installed
Lesson learnt:
Never to book a cottage that runs on a meter again
Look for a cottage that provides basics like our previous cottages we booked around the UK for holiday such as iron, iron board, mop, vacuum, central heating .
Would I book this cottage again?
Nope
If you don't mind simple cottages that run on a meter then this is for you
Reviewed by Maryam3.4★Jun 2024
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"Had a lovely stay at Glen Dessary and found it to be a perfect location for Fort William and surrounding areas."
The accommodation was well equipped, clean and tidy with plenty of space to relax.it was nice to have a decking area to sit and have a drink in the evening.our hosts were welcoming and informative about local facilities.we were amazed by the surrounding scenery!! Stunning is an understatement. We will be back!!
Stu and Jen
Reviewed by Stuart5.0★May 2024
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"The welcome was very good the people were ģood and very helpful The only falt ..."
The welcome was very good the people were ģood and very helpful The only falt was the heating but all round we enjoyed it very much thanks again
Reviewed by Alex4.7★Apr 2024
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"Nice Chalet good setting very quiet but close to all amenities."
Friendly dogs and deer!
Reviewed by Robert5.0★Oct 2023
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"The standard was not what we expected given the 4."
4 rating on website. It was basic and quite rough around the edges and the outlook was not particularly pleasant. We really just used it as a base.
Reviewed by Christine2.2★Aug 2023
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"Great holiday, thank you"
Reviewed by James5.0★Jul 2023
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"This was a perfect haven from home."
It had everything we required within the cabin and the setting was perfect. We always new the owners were available if we needed them. But at the same time they left us to ourselves. An excellent holiday.
Reviewed by Paul5.0★Jun 2023
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"The owners were fantastic they explained everything very clear."
Basic but very clean and suited our needs for this trip. Beds were so comfortable so after a long day climbing or cycling it was just what we needed. Owners and other guest were great and the location was a little gem. The Campbell dog was also a highlight of the holiday
Reviewed by Neil4.7★May 2023
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"Very friendly, pleasant and helpful owners."
Lovely area.So peaceful and relaxing.
Reviewed by Catherine Jane4.4★Oct 2022
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"The property was ideally placed, just outside the main town making it quiet and traffic free."
It was well presented within a small compound of similar cabins with friendly owners also living there. We were a group of 2 older couples and we found the facilities fulfilled our requirements totally. We thoroughly enjoyed our 10 day stay, and the cabin certainly enhanced our experience. Thank you so much
Reviewed by John5.0★Sep 2022
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"Very friendly and approachable owners."
The chalet had everything we needed for an enjoyable break and was very spacious, comfortable and immaculately clean. It provided a very good base for us to explore the area and we would definitely recommend Glen Dessary :-)
Reviewed by Claire5.0★Sep 2022
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"We expected basic facilities such as salt & pepper, kitchen towel, washing machine tablet but none of this was available."
It was very basic & wasn't cheap either.
Reviewed by Rajeev1.9★Jun 2022
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"Excellent location, quiet cul de sac, very friendly landlord/lady, liked the hens and friendly dogs."
Will recommend Glen Dessary to friends with your help taking care of insurance etc.
Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0★May 2022
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"Very nice thanks"
Reviewed by Debbie5.0★Apr 2022
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"Lovely comfortable clean accommodation with wonderful views."
Quiet area and very peaceful too.
Reviewed by Anne Catherine5.0★Mar 2022
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"Lovely property, a comfortable and clean home from home."
Well situated for exploring the local area. Lovely friendly owners.
Reviewed by Louisa5.0★Feb 2022
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"Lovely little place, had everything we needed, clean and comfortable."
Would definitely book again.
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2021
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"Clean and comfortable."
Reviewed by Glenn4.7★Sep 2021
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"Very nice & spacious, lovely quiet location."
Reviewed by Cliff5.0★Sep 2021
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"Walking holiday, good place to stay, owners are on site very friendly and helpful, shops and town close by, second time here and will book again."
Reviewed by Michael5.0★Jun 2021
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"Very clean and comfortable cottage
Very welcoming host
Have enough £1 coins to keep the electricity meter fed
Well equipped kitchen."
Only lack is a dishwasher
Reviewed by Peter3.8★Jun 2021
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"The accomodation is basic and somewhat tired but this is reflected in the price."
The cottage offers great value for money. The setting is good and the owners welcoming.
Reviewed by William3.1★Jun 2021
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"Lovely comfy cottage set in the grounds of the owners home which is in a really peaceful spot."
Glen Dessary was really a home away from home. Double bed was really comfortable and I’m fussy with beds. The cottage was well equipped with plenty of heaters if required. We used the one in the hall and kept the bedroom and bathroom doors open to warm the rooms and the one in the lounge which warmed the kitchen as well. There’s a £1 coin meter for the electric with £7 pre loaded, we put a further £4 in during our stay which I think is perfectly acceptable for a week as the weather was a bit wet and cool. Glen Dessary was really conveniently placed for Fort William and has plenty of shops not far and one pub which we did frequent and was had very good COVID measures in place. We loved the free range chickens that just wandered past the windows which belonged to the owners along with their two dogs that liked to play together.
Fort William itself had a larger range of shops especially supermarkets which was most convenient. We did plenty of walks locally as well as a short drive to car parks to start a walk.
If staying in the area again I would book this cottage again.
Reviewed by Janice4.7★Oct 2020
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"Lovely comfortable cabin with everything needed for a peaceful away from it all holiday whilst being close enough to to amenities of Fort Wm."
Maybe just a couple of notes to say where the bins are located and any recycling bin/s.
Reviewed by Lesley4.4★Sep 2020
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"This lodge was perfect for our needs."
First I should start by saying there is Wi-Fi, which was a pleasant surprise as it states on the website there is no Wi-Fi. The lodge was cosy and comfortable. It's in a tranquil setting, with 5 lodges set around a big, neat grass area. This is where we could watch the owners friendly dogs play and the hens pecked. It was so relaxing and peaceful we could pretend there was no pandemic! Also we could hear the steam train and see it's steam. From our back windows we had a great view of Ben Nevis. There is a co-op in walking distance and most hikes and walks only a short car ride away. The £1 coin meter was preloaded with £7, which we didn't actually all use up. We had fine weather for September.
Reviewed by Marretje4.4★Sep 2020
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"Very greedy electric meter, dog mess in car park"
Reviewed by Alan3.1★Sep 2020
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"Everything was fine."
Would stay there again.
Reviewed by Nicola4.7★Aug 2020
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"Lovely cabin, well equipped, homely decoration."
Great location & quiet
And a warm welcome was given by Mrs Campbell
Reviewed by Jill5.0★Sep 2019
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"Lovely and peaceful, hosts delightful."
Rabbits, dogs and chickens a change from the norm. The dogs were great as my daughter missed our own pooch. A fabulous time had by all, only thing missing was a dryer but not missed that much. Great for Potter fans as the train goes under the bridge at the end of the lane( yes that steam train that goes over the viaduct). A super stay!
Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2019
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"The chalet was very comfortable and immaculate inside, an excellent location to explore the Western Highlands and the owners are two of the outstanding people."
We did not want to leave.
Reviewed by Jeff5.0★Apr 2019
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"The cottage met all our needs."
Mrs Campbell was very helpful and had prepared the cottage ready for our late arrival.
Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Oct 2018
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"Thema Elektrik was to mutch Money ."
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Reviewed by Thomas James3.1★Sep 2018
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"It was good to discover an M and S Food Hall nearby!"
Reviewed by Alan4.4★Aug 2018
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"Really nice landlady who was very helpful."
It was a pity that building work behind the chalet woke us earlier than normal and went on all day.
In addition the floodlight shining directly into the bedroom all night prevented me from using the main bedroom. Was able to use one bedroom and the lounge wasn't too bad so slept on the floor in there behind the sofa.
Nevertheless the chalet was clean and nicely decorated. The local shops were good and friendly and did not mind us requesting all our change in pound coins.
Overall a nice break and Fort William is a good centre from which to explore that part of the Highlands.
Reviewed by David4.4★Aug 2018
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"Friendly people."
Nice cottage. No stress.
Reviewed by Ron4.1★May 2018
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"Real home from home."
Great location. Exceeded expectations. Would gladly stay again
Reviewed by Laukan5.0★May 2018
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"The owners of the house couldnt have been any more helpful and it wasnt too far from fort william"
Reviewed by Jennifer3.8★May 2018
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"There was no central heating and coin meter system was extremely annoying, cottage got freezing cold during the night time and electric heaters provided would consume units within minutes."
Nobody keeps enough coins in their wallet( 30-40) all the time.
we spent nearly 50-pound coins and all night long our only concern was to keep the cottage warm for two kids, who slept in their jumpers with the warm bottle for the first time in their life
Reviewed by Qaiser3.1★Mar 2018
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"This is really a wonderful place to go we were treaded like a family member ..."
This is really a wonderful place to go we were treaded like a family member there were always chickens rabbits and even a deerpass by our door it is a great place forhill walkers and famiilysi would recommened it to everyone
Reviewed by George5.0★Mar 2018
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"Very good value for money, great location, very helpful staff, well fitted out cottage"
Reviewed by Ron5.0★Sep 2017
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"Most enjoyable and relaxing"
Reviewed by George4.4★Sep 2017
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"Very comfortable place, Our family enjoyed the hospitality of the Cambell's."
Although the weather in Scotland was rainy, Ms. Campbell recomends us a lot of activities to do with children, and maked our stay very agradable.
I would recomend it!!
Reviewed by Domenec4.4★Aug 2017
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"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here at glen dessery and the surrounding area is absolutely stunning, a stone’s throw away from Ben Nevis Mountain and the supermarket."
The house was lovely and peaceful, for animal lovers there are animal’s onsite and they are very friendly these included dog’s cats rabbits and chickens, and didn’t hear them at all. All the facilities in the house were working the cooker had only 3 working rings which made cooking a bit more difficult but for those who only cook for a few nights this is no problem.
Also the people in the area are lovely and very welcoming including the animals
Overall I would highly recommend staying at glen dessery, I know we will be in the future
Reviewed by Stephanie4.8★Oct 2016
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"Very welcoming owner."
...nice property....good value for money.....lots of animals around and all are people friendly.....i would recommend this property.
Reviewed by Peter4.2★Sep 2016
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