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Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly

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Glenbranter Cottage
Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Strachur, Argyll
  • Place, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Inveraray Castle
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Double bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

About this property

Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly

Glenbranter Cottage is a cosy cottage for two located in the Glenbranter forest. A peaceful and secluded glen at the head of Loch Eck, "one of the jewels of the (Argyll) Forest Park" and a part of the Lomond and Trossachs National Park. This charming cottage is ideal for couples who love the outdoors, the perfect place to unwind, relax and explore this beautiful part of the Cowal Peninsula. Let the sounds of the river lull you to sleep.

Featuring an open plan living/dining room, a wood burning stove and comfortable sofa and armchair. A warm and cosy room to relax after a day's adventure to reflect on the beautiful scenery, sights and activities you have close by.

The open plan area includes a small kitchenette area, a small fridge, combination microwave (grill, convection and microwave) and hob. For entertainment, the cottage features Freeview TV (FreeSat), Wi-Fi, a selection of books and DVD’s.

The cottage features one double bedroom and a bathroom with a walk-in shower, hand basin and toilet.

For the outdoors there is a lovely garden area to enjoy. The front garden has spectacular views of the beautiful surrounding forest and countryside.

Whether enjoying an evening in the garden soaking up the views or relaxing by the wood burning fire, Glenbranter Cottage is an idyllic holiday cottage for all seasons. An ideal base to explore this spectacular region.

The forest and surrounding lochs are renowned for walking and cycling. The cottage is close to the scenic Allt Robuic gorge and waterfalls, and sits directly on the Cowal Way, a popular 57 mile trail between Inverglas and Portavadie.

Glenbranter also offers an excellent base for more challenging hill walking with a number of easily accessible peaks, rising steeply above Loch Eck and affording stunning views over the Cowal peninsula, the Clyde sea lochs and beyond.

Three miles away is Strachur village, with its two general stores, the famous Creggans Inn offering delicious food and a cosy bar, and the Bay Cottage tearoom's delightful breakfasts, takeaway rolls, and meals throughout the day

One off road parking space and use of a large lockable shed for bikes, and canoes.

Well behaved dogs welcome. Max 2 per stay @ £3 each per night.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cairndow

Located in Cairndow, this cottage is in a rural area. Auchindrain Highland Farm Township and Inveraray Jail are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Holy Loch Marina and Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub. Benmore Botanic Garden and Quadmania are also worth visiting.
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Strachur, Argyll

What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Inveraray Castle - 40 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Carrick Castle - 45 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Loch Lomond - 53 min drive - 58.3 km
  • Loch Awe - 57 min drive - 65.4 km

Getting around

  • Dunoon Station - 26 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The BoatShed Café - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Creggans Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Goil Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The View - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Bay Cottage - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$220, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet village location in beautiful valley close to Dunoon, Argyll. Sleeps 2, pet friendly located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Loch Eck and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Loch Fyne and Loch Long are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely quiet place to stay

A lovely place to stay, quiet and secluded. It's small but well equipped and everything worked well. No cell phone reception because of the enclosed valley location but the wifi is excellent. There are good hill walks directly from the cottage and lots more within a 20 minute drive. Have stayed before and will hopefully stay again next year.
Verified

8/10 Good

Henk Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prima verblijf. Hier en daar wel wat op en aan te merken maar dat hoeft niet. We hebben het prima naar een zin gehad
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

Peaceful

Mark and Alison are great hosts. They go above and beyond to make your stay is very welcoming, peaceful and comfortable. This was my second stay at their cottage. It's the perfect getaway to do some soul searching. Hiking, walks, travelling to other costal towns were they are easy to get to from the cottage by car. There's also a bus stop on the main road if like me, you don't drive. Suitable for loan travellers. A romantic break or go with a friend. Their cottage has everything you need for a home from home. Having the log burner adds to the atmospheric surroundings of the beautiful Scottish countryside. I highly recommend their beautiful cottage. Thank you for your hospitality. Self catering at your leisure. Thank you
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Perfect Base

Glenbranter Cottage is the perfect base to stay whilst exploring the Cowal Peninsula it's set within the Argyle National Park, with lovely forest and river walks, with fantastic and scenic waterfalls literally on the doorstep. The whole peninsula is within easy driving range, with too many scenic routes to list. The cottage is small but perfect for two, it is finished to a high standard and has everything you may need for your stay. The hosts were very helpful and polite, and I would not hesitate to recommend this location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Holiday Coutryside Getaway

Alison and Mark, owners/hosts are amazing. Nothing was too much for them. I don't drive. Both offered to drive to the village to the shops if I needed anything. Their beautiful cottage had everything you need. An added bonus was a log burner, coal also provided. Bottle of prossecco as a welcome gift. Lovely surprise. The scenery is outstanding.. its a one bedroom rustic modern cottage. Also has heating installed. Instructions folder for all appliences and maps of the area and surrounding areas. All local amenities are alsovin the folder with emergency numbers too. There is a river which runs through just across from the cottage with use of their huge garde. Stunning forest trail set in a beautiful valley. Cant thank them enough for their hospitality. I highly recommend their beautiful cottage. Their house is next door which made me feel comfortable as I ravel on my own. Another added bonus is they except up to 2 pets too. I had my new cat and a friends dog with me.. Thank you Alison and Mark for making my childhood dream Christmas break come true.v
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Floraidh C.

Gorgeous place

Beautiful cottage, would stay again in a heartbeat. Lovely forest setting and dog friendly. Clean and comfy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mijke L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy, quiet getaway

Lovely cottage and a perfect place for when you want to have some quiet time, take long walks and read a book by the fire.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent break away from it all!

We enjoyed our stay so much last year we came back again this year. So peaceful, had everything you could ask for in quiet location. Thank you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hideaway!

This pretty little cottage is in a beautiful location, you really have to see it to believe it. We loved our stay here, there was so much to do and see we will have to return and we definitely wished we had booked for longer. So many walking routes on the doorstep in the most spectacular scenery.It is a perfect haven, our host gave us a warm welcome and the cottage had everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Formidable

Très charmant cottage, dans une magnifique région idéale pour de longues balades. L'accueil est vraiment chaleureux, Alison et Mark sont très sympas. Un endroit à ne pas manquer, très bon séjour assuré !
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

Its was lovely great place to stay very peaceful.and quit mark and alison made us feel very welcome and nothing was to much trouble for them told us all about place to go
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace &quiet

Small bit cozy so many walks in the woods waterfalls and so quiet we walked along the. Loch sides and visited Inverary,Dunoon, the green welly Stop at tyndum had meals at two Pubs no more than 4 miles from cottage Were the food and service was excellent We certainly recommend this holiday location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

William B.

GlenBranter just perfect

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at GlenBranter. Perfect location to relax and unwind. Lots of trails to walk or cycle straight from the cottage door. Friendly knowledgeable hosts providing a wide range of information to make your stay perfect
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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Quirky cottage on stunning location

Small, cosy cottage set in the most oeace oustanding of locations surrounded by forests, waterfalls and mountains. The cottage was smaal but cosy and was well eqippedeverything you needmost stunningly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Strongly recommended

Great location. October colours in forest and on hills stunning and cottage a very welcome warm place to return to after wet walks! Owners very helpful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheilagh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful, quiet retreat in historic Argyll.

The cottage is small but beautifully laid out with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Instructions given by hosts for entry were clear. It is the perfect place to switch off and enjoy the deep peacefulness of this corner of Scotland. It is located in woodland in the midst of a network of local walks. It is also within easy reach of many of Argyll’s historic and ancient sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cosy Cottage

We absolutely loved our stay at Glenbranter Cottage. The location is beautiful and there are lots of lovely woodland walks in the area. The cottage is very well appointed and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The welcome bottle of prosecco was a nice surprise too! Mark and Alison were very helpful and gave us some good tips on things to do and places to eat. We would happily stay there again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar S.

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Wonderful holiday

We had a wonderful stay in the cottage. The area is very nice and the cottage was very cosy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inez T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glenbranter paradijsje

Je weet dat het weer in Schotland heel erg wisselvallig kan zijn en de midges hongerig. Wanneer je je tegen beiden wapent kun je in Glenbranter Cottage de vakantie van je leven hebben! Een prachtige plek, prima uitvalsbasis voor allerlei activiteiten in de omgeving, magische natuur (Puck's Glen!!!) rust, ruimte, vriendelijke mensen, heerlijk eten (wel even wennen aan de openingstijden/sluitingstijden van Tearooms en Inns en Restaurants), fantastische wandelingen zowel voor de avonturier als voor de bedaagde wandelaar. Wandelroutes goed en duidelijk aangegeven. Wij kijken op een geweldige vakantie terug. Oh ja de woning: knus, stil, schoon, voorzien van alles wat je nodig hebt, goede meubels en heel vriendelijke en behulpzame gastheer/vrouw. Mark kent de omgeving op zijn duimpje; hij is opgegroeid in en rond Glenbranter. Een absolute aanrader.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha N.

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Perfect location

Loved the location and all the stunning walks directly from the cottage, wildlife was great and Mark gave us really useful tips. Take the Dunoon ferry to save travel time instead of driving round no booking needed, just drive on.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Easter break

Comfortable stay in an ideal location. Lots of walks for dogs. Great views. Good communication - many thanks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Idyllic hideaway!

Had an absolutely wonderful week of peace and quiet in this delightful, cosy little cottage with varied, beautiful walks from the doorstep. A gem of a find for a blissful break.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Donna K.

A warm and cosy cottage in the woods.

Perfect for a quiet and secluded retreat. You can walk out of the cottage into the most beautiful woods. There are waterfalls and walks around the loch. The cottage is small but very comfortable. I would recommend it to anyone who loves nature. We can’t wait to go again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

We had a great week!

We loved our stay at Glenbranter - beautiful walks from the door, red squirrels, amazing scenery, and very cosy accommodation …we would stay there again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

Hidden gem - highly reccomend!!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Glenbranter Cottage; the cottage is very stylish, super comfortable and the kitchen is really well equipped. The location was perfect to explore the local area and was really peaceful. Alison and Mark's personal recommendations and advice were great, and it was lovely to meet them both. We would highly reccomend a stay here and would not hesitate to stay again.

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