See all properties
Entire home

Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests

Cottage in Oban with kitchen and fireplace

Photo gallery for Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests

Exterior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 894.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
Oban, Argyll and Bute
  • Place, Ardmaddy Wishing Tree
  • Place, Kilmeford Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oban Ferry Terminal
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Double Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room 1

2 Single Beds

Twin Room 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests

Stables West is a semi-detached two-storey cottage built into the hillside forming the central section of a peaceful courtyard in the centre of Melfort Village and enjoying glorious views over Melfort Village and south towards Loch Melfort. To make the most of the views, the living areas (with attractive arched windows) are upstairs with the three bedrooms downstairs. The Stables, Melfort and Haybarn cottages share a peaceful lawn courtyard garden with lawn, central flower bed and garden seating. Car-parking is at the rear of the building.

The main entrance to Stables West is from the rear of the building, directly onto the first floor into a small entrance hall leading to a large sitting room with wood-burning stove (equipped with a double sofa bed for occasional guests, CTV, DVD), open plan kitchen/dining area (with oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave & dishwasher) – enjoy the views over the village through the attractive arched windows. Opening off the entrance hall is a small shower room (with shower, w.c. & basin) and a staircase leading downstairs to: a spacious double bedroom (with door leading to courtyard garden); two twin bedrooms with garden views; bathroom (with bath, over-bath shower, w.c. & basin).

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Living space with comfortable seating area, period features and seaviews
Panoramic Sea Views | Stunning 3BD Apt + Balcony
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
8.8 out of 10, (5 reviews)
Panoramic Sea Views | Stunning 3BD Apt + Balcony

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Oban

Oban is home to this cottage. Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Arduaine Garden.
View more Cottages in ObanOpens in a new window
Map
Oban, Argyll and Bute

What's nearby

  • Kilmeford Church - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Clachan Bridge - 18 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Oban Distillery - 26 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Ganavan Sands - 31 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 24 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chartroom II - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shower of Herring - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tigh-An-Truish - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$740.04, excluding 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 Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Stables West - a semi-detached cottage that sleeps up to 8 guests located?

Situated in Oban, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kilmeford Church and within 12 miles (20 km) of Arduaine Garden and Clachan Bridge. Carnasserie Castle and Ardmaddy Wishing Tree are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

G B.

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

Long weekend in the country

Great property and ideally placed to get away from it all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Always magical

We return year after year, can’t ever see that stopping, it’s just a magical location with wonderful cottages and top customer service.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheena C.

A beautiful, peaceful setting.

Our third visit over the years. A lovely peaceful place to stay. Easy access to Oban and surrounding places by car. Highly recommend a boat trip around the islands wildlife spotting. We used Seafari and it was excellent. Great bike rides from this base too. No exchanges available in the school holidays so this was a rental week.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Second Time Here - And As Great as the First Time we visited. On site staff welcoming and helpful. *

We've holidayed here once before: this second visit as good as 1st. Great service. Pool fun 4 kids.*
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Another perfect stay

This was our fourth stay at Melfort Village and, like the previous 3 visits, it was superb. Over the years we have exchanged into very many timeshare properties all round the world and this is, by some distance, the best of them all. The units are excellent, the staff are friendly and welcoming and the area is beautiful.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Family Holiday

This was selected through the internet and booked on phoning Melfort . I was very happy with the information supplied and directions. We all enjoyed the holiday and the site the only thing would be the restaurant on site opening times are varied so you have to eat elsewhere. Would go back again as we all enjoyed the area and site.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil at its best

Our week in Stables West, Melfort Village was broken up a bit due to work demands but once again found this place a little oasis of peace and quiet. Weather was beautiful all week with some stunning sunsets on Loch Melfort. Having been to Melfort Village before, once again it did disappoint.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Time out

Had a very relaxing time at Melfort Village. Beautiful views, comfortable and well equipped accommodation, log burning stove and lovely staff. I especially liked the fact my dog was also welcomed. Towel, treats, toy, bowls and throws for him. What a great idea. Hope to return soon for another stay.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely resort

From the moment we arrived we felt well received by all members of staff. They were very helpful. We particularly enjoyed the meeting with Olwen on Monday morning and felt that she excelled in her knowledge and love of the area which we were visiting. She was also very helpful in some other matters. It was never too much trouble for her to help. Annie the beautician was also very nice and helpful during the treatment received. The only thing we did not like, we are sorry to say, was the swimming pool. We felt it was a little antiquated and too small and too shallow. We are used to doing 25 metre lengths x 30 so it was a bit tame for us. We had planned to swim every day, but we went only once.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great holiday

On our tour of the highlands this year, our family of four stayed a week at Melfort Village to explore the countryside around Oban. This was our favourite week, because of the incredibly beautiful environment, and because of the quality of Melfort Village. Clean, spacious, quiet, good facilities, and great location. We look forward to a return visit.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

Our perfect country stay in Scotland

Our stay at Stables West at Melfort Village was better than we ever expected. The village itself was so rural and beautiful. We loved the fact we could take a walk right outside our house and see sheep grazing and such gorgeous hills. I highly recommend anyone who wants to see Scotland to come to Melfort.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Melfort village visit always enjoyable

Good to be back and very enjoyable as always. There is always so much to do especially when the weather is good.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen Horner

Stables West - a great week

Wow! I actually think that we could happily, and comfortably, live here, it is a beautifully designed and maintained resort. The accommodation and fittings are lovely. The facilities, throughout the year, are excellent - the games rooms and grounds and leisure building. The team working there are friendly, welcoming and approachable, and they have good reason to be. A very well run resort, which another I know, could have learned much from - but it is now too late for them. Please keep this up, don't lose the enthusiasm and pride you have. I can heartily recommend the music night and the gin/whiskey tasting - thank you for a great week. Shame you couldn't have booked more snow for us ;)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

James C., Ashtabula

Scottish hospitality

Quaint but modern facility in a rural area. Great staff and wonderful onsite restaurant with great entertainment. Beautiful location. Close to several tourist attractions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

Stables West Melfort

The property was lovely with a great kitchen and appliances. It was clean and more cleaning products were provided for use during your stay. The outside areas were great but it was raining during most of ur stay so we couldn't use them. There were two bags of logs and fire lighters in the cottage but if you used them you were charged on departure - something we were not aware of. The pool was lovely but only allowed twelve people in at once something that was very annoying when on a wet day you go to the pool to be turned away - we booked the property because of the pool giving us something to do on a rainy day with the children. Also for the price £1200 for the week to pay for electricity on top was a bit excessive.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

a wonderfull stay

We enjoyed our shor stay; espessially the staff was very kind and helpfull!!!!! Thänk you very much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The double bed mattress protective cover was badly stained.

We had another enjoyable week at Melfort and an excellent dinner at Melfort House. We also had dinner in the Shower of Herring Restaurant, which was very nice.The music evening on Monday is to be recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fabulous location 5 star accomodation.

Having the dogs with us made it so much enjoyable and melfort village is geared up to be dog friendly.Facilities are excellent even though the restaurant wasnt open it did not effect our experiance. The bed was so comfortable.....weve noted the make!! Reception staff are very welcoming even though this was our first visit to Melfort village it didnt feel so like returning home to family!!

About the host

Hosted by Melfort Village

Host profile image

Languages:

English, German
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

Holiday Rentals