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Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 150 sq m
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Benmore, Scotland
- Place, Benmore Botanic Garden4 min walk
- Place, Puck's Glenn29 min walk
- Place, Dunoon Ferry Terminal13 min drive
- Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
3 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs Toilet
Toilet · Shower only
Ensuite toilet with luxurious shower head
Toilet · Shower only
Jack and Jill toilet with Luxery shower Head and body jets
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland
Eckford House is a traditionally renovated country house with panoramic veiws of the Benmore Vally. Originally owned by the Younger family in the 1800's. The house was initially lived in by the factor of the Benmore Estate and encompasses a wealth of botanical history, consisting of vast charted collections of seedlings from around the globe. (Douglas Firs, Giant Conifers, rare species of Rhododendron, Magnolia and Azaleas.) The garden has ten acres of exquisite exploring.
Recently renovated to very high standard while keeping traditional character of the building, with underfloor heating throughout. Eckford House has wood burning stoves with marble and wooden fireplaces creating a homely a warm ambience.
Large living room, with dining space to accommodate 10 people 50" smart T.V, Bluetooth music system.
A solid oak kitchen with a Belfast sink, electric range cooker, large kitchen table ideal for family get-togethers.
Master bedroom consists of a luxurious super king sized bed with jack and jill ensuite, luxury shower with body jets and large shower head.
2nd bedroom, kingsized bed with jack and jill ensuite.
3rd bedroom double bed, additional sleeping space on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch this room also has own ensuite bathroom.
There is additional sleep space in the large living room on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch.
With over 4 hectares of ground to explore, the gardens consist of a large rare charted collection of rhododendron, azaleas, Douglas firs, magnolia trees and more. The garden also has magnificent waterfall features and trails throughout the garden.
A relaxing jacuzzi style hot tub with stunning multicolour LED lighting and bluetooth music system, situated in a log cabin decorated in warm fairy lights, this is situated next to the house perfect for unwinding after a fun-filled and busy day.
Benmore has lots to offer including Benmore botanical gardens, pucks glen and more spectacular scenery between the mountains and lochs. Dunoon its self is a seaside town filled with quirky shops, cafe's bars and restaurants.
We aim to give our guests as much privacy as possible, we are available if required.
You may see us dealing with our livestock occasionally.
Please note, additional guests brought to Eckford House either planning to enter property has been accounted and paid for.
Any events intended to be held at Eckford House need prior approval.
We no longer accept dogs.
Recently renovated to very high standard while keeping traditional character of the building, with underfloor heating throughout. Eckford House has wood burning stoves with marble and wooden fireplaces creating a homely a warm ambience.
Large living room, with dining space to accommodate 10 people 50" smart T.V, Bluetooth music system.
A solid oak kitchen with a Belfast sink, electric range cooker, large kitchen table ideal for family get-togethers.
Master bedroom consists of a luxurious super king sized bed with jack and jill ensuite, luxury shower with body jets and large shower head.
2nd bedroom, kingsized bed with jack and jill ensuite.
3rd bedroom double bed, additional sleeping space on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch this room also has own ensuite bathroom.
There is additional sleep space in the large living room on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch.
With over 4 hectares of ground to explore, the gardens consist of a large rare charted collection of rhododendron, azaleas, Douglas firs, magnolia trees and more. The garden also has magnificent waterfall features and trails throughout the garden.
A relaxing jacuzzi style hot tub with stunning multicolour LED lighting and bluetooth music system, situated in a log cabin decorated in warm fairy lights, this is situated next to the house perfect for unwinding after a fun-filled and busy day.
Benmore has lots to offer including Benmore botanical gardens, pucks glen and more spectacular scenery between the mountains and lochs. Dunoon its self is a seaside town filled with quirky shops, cafe's bars and restaurants.
We aim to give our guests as much privacy as possible, we are available if required.
You may see us dealing with our livestock occasionally.
Please note, additional guests brought to Eckford House either planning to enter property has been accounted and paid for.
Any events intended to be held at Eckford House need prior approval.
We no longer accept dogs.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
A fantastic place for children to explore.
Events
Events allowed
Ideal property for family gatherings
Pets
No pets allowed
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking in Property
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Ideal property for family gatherings
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Dunoon
Located in Dunoon, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Castle House Museum and Newark Castle are local landmarks, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain biking.

Benmore, Scotland
What's nearby
- Benmore Botanic Garden - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Holy Loch Marina - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
- Dunoon Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- The Queens Hall - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
- Loch Long - 22 min drive - 19.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sheila's Diner - 5 min drive
- The Ardentinny - 17 min drive
- The Blairmore - 11 min drive
- Swallow Cafe - 14 min drive
- Cafe Black Dunoon - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sandy and Roisin

Fun, outgoing couple, who are hard working, both practical and enjoy the outdoors.
Eckford house was taken on as a project nearly 3 years ago. We are continually trying to make improvements to the house and garden to make it a bright, clean, comfortable and tidy environment where everyone is happy to be
Eckford house was taken on as a project nearly 3 years ago. We are continually trying to make improvements to the house and garden to make it a bright, clean, comfortable and tidy environment where everyone is happy to be
Why they chose this property
This property and gardens are unique like no other.
What makes this property unique
Solid stone house with a wealth of history, cosy ambience internally with wood burning stove, warm clean comfortable.
The hot tub style jacuzzi is a relaxing way to socialise with close friends and family. The garden is world renowned for its rare collections. Outside seating a BBQ for long summer nights or a dry cold winters night. This house and gardens have been renovated for a relaxing family getaway.
The hot tub style jacuzzi is a relaxing way to socialise with close friends and family. The garden is world renowned for its rare collections. Outside seating a BBQ for long summer nights or a dry cold winters night. This house and gardens have been renovated for a relaxing family getaway.
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