A Secret Place
Looking for a retreat or adventure in one of the most uniquely beautiful places in Scotland?
A serene escape in Kilmun, a tranquil riverside retreat nestled along the River Eachaig.
A Secret Place
Looking for a retreat or adventure in one of the most uniquely beautiful places in Scotland?
A serene escape in Kilmun, a tranquil riverside retreat nestled along the River Eachaig.
Two modest double bedrooms, 1 bath
Unfussy, neutrally furnished space
Parking lot onsite
Washing machine
Wireless internet
Well-Behaved Low Pet Fee
Ideal Waterside Holiday Location Near the National Park
Check-in 16:00-20:00/Check-out 9:00-11:00- keys in lockbox, self check-in/out (fee per lost key)
This converted 1873 Convalescent Home offers a simple yet peaceful setting, ideal for those seeking quietude and inspiration, whether you’re an artist, vacationer, or someone simply seeking to reconnect with nature in a former monastic community.
Ground-floor flat with private courtyards, offering a peaceful space to reflect and unwind. Simple, open-plan lounge and kitchen with unobstructed views of the River Eachaig, Holy Loch, and surrounding hills.
Kilmun, once a monastic settlement on the Holy Loch near the seaside town of Dunoon, lies within easy reach of Glasgow by train and ferry. Steeped in quiet heritage, it embodies centuries of spiritual presence at the gateway to Argyll’s shoreline and the mountains and woodlands of the Southwest Highlands. Nearby, the old church, built upon medieval foundations, is accessible from an arboretum trail just behind the house: trees gathered from around the world.
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One might walk all the way to the magical Puck’s Glen, which itself is not far from Benmore Botanical Garden, Loch Eck, other otherworldly nature spots.
Nearer the flat, in walking (or kayaking distance), lies a natural swimming spot where the River Eachaig meets the Holy Loch- and convenient to the petrol station with its assortment of fresh groceries. A short bus or car ride away, a seaside town, served by ferries from Gourock: Dunoon itself offers full grocery amenities & more.
The climate is mild, mist often forms around the mountains, with a variety of wildlife, from coupled sure swans to the talkative migratory birds, red squirrels, etc.,
The ruins of Toward Castle look across the Clyde estuary. The hills of Glen Massan hold quiet trails through forest and stream. The Bishop’s Glen reservoir rests close to Dunoon and its woodland walks. The Cowal Way path passes through, marking a route across peninsulas and glens. The high viewpoints above Strone reveal the merging of sea lochs with distant summits.