Eckford House
Benmore
At a Glance
Sleeps 7
Wi-Fi
Wood Burner
Parking
Garden/Patio
Washing Machine
Dishwasher
Smart TV
The Property
Eckford House – Spacious Country Retreat in the Magical Benmore Region
A superb three‑bedroom holiday home offering spacious, comfortable accommodation for up to seven guests. Set within the breathtaking Benmore region, this beautifully renovated country house enjoys sweeping views across the mountains and sits within the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, one of Scotland’s most magical landscapes.
Perfect for families, walkers, and nature lovers, Eckford House sits within the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, surrounded by some of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes such as Benmore Botanic Garden, Puck’s Glen, all on your doorstep. A peaceful retreat where guests can relax, recharge, and enjoy the very best of Argyll, Scotland.
Elegant Interiors with Modern Comforts
Renovated to a high standard while retaining its traditional charm, Eckford House offers generous living spaces, underfloor heating throughout, and thoughtful touches that make guests feel instantly at home.
Ground Floor
- Spacious living room with large windows framing valley views with comfortable leather sofas, open fire, and a wood‑burning stove set in a marble and wooden fireplace
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50" Smart TV with live streaming, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+
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Fully equipped solid oak kitchen with Belfast sink, electric range cooker, and a large dining table ideal for family gatherings
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Large dining area seating up to eight guests for relaxed meals and gatherings.
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Downstairs bathroom with walk‑in shower, hand basin and toilet
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Oil underfloor heating and initial wood supply include
Bedrooms and Bathroom
Featuring three spacious bedrooms on the first floor. Includes all bed linen and towels.
First Floor:
- Bedroom 1: With double bed, and En-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
- Bedroom 2: With king size bed and En-suite with shower cubicle and toilet. (Jack & Jill shared with bedroom 2).
- Bedroom 3: With 3 single beds and En-suite with shower cubicle and toilet (Jack & Jill shared with bedroom 3).
Outside
Features an outdoor area with garden furniture and a fire pit.
The grounds surrounding Eckford House are truly special. Once part of the historic Benmore Estate. With over 4 hectares of ground to explore, the gardens consist of a large rare, charted collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, Douglas firs, magnolia trees and more. The garden also has magnificent waterfall features and trails throughout the garden.
No events or parties to be held at Eckford House.
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.)
Sorry no pets allowed.
Explore
There is a local store one mile from the property for everyday provisions. Dunoon itself is a coastal town located 7 miles away filled with quirky shops, cafe's bars, and restaurants.
An ideal base to explore the Cowal Peninsula for walks, hiking and visiting the many surrounding attractions. Or you may simply take time out to enjoy the spectacular location The area is one big outdoor playground, take your pick from walking, cycling, sailing, fishing, golfing, windsurfing and more.
Explore further afield to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Argyll's Secret Coast, take the ferry to the Isle of Bute to visit Mount Stuart, or visit historic Inveraray. It's also an easy day trip to Oban, one of the seafood capitals of Scotland.
Glasgow is just over an hour away via the Western Ferries or two hours by road via Loch Lomond.
There is a local store one mile from the property for everyday provisions. Dunoon itself is a coastal town located 7 miles away filled with quirky shops, cafe's bars, and restaurants.
An ideal base to explore the Cowal Peninsula for walks, hiking and visiting the many surrounding attractions. Or you may simply take time out to enjoy the spectacular location The area is one big outdoor playground, take your pick from walking, cycling, sailing, fishing, golfing, windsurfing and more.
Explore further afield to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Argyll's Secret Coast, take the ferry to the Isle of Bute to visit Mount Stuart, or visit historic Inveraray. It's also an easy day trip to Oban, one of the seafood capitals of Scotland.
Glasgow is just over an hour away via the Western Ferries or two hours by road via Loch Lomond.
Car Parking: There is private car parking space for four cars.
Outdoor safety: Guests have access to the outdoor woodland garden area. Please take care with younger children, supervision is recommended.
Outdoor safety: Guests have access to the outdoor woodland garden area. Please take care with younger children, supervision is recommended.
Safety Features: Smoke alarm, Fire extinguisher, Carbon monoxide detector, Fire blanket.
Cleanliness & Disinfecting: Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Covid, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
Cleanliness & Disinfecting: Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Covid, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
Check in and check out times:
Arrive after 16:00
Depart before 10:00
Depart before 10:00
Features
- Location: Mountain views over Benmore
- Comfort: Heating, Underfloor Heating throughout
- Woodburning stove: First supply of fire wood is included, with fire safety guards
- Entertainment: Smart TV 50" with live streaming
- WiFi: Free Wi-Fi - 250+ Mbps stay connected.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Dishwasher, Fridge/freezer, Electric Range Cooker, Double Oven & Grill, Microwave, Kettle & Toaster. Coffee Maker, Dishes & Utensil.
- Laundry Facilities: Washing machine & dryer. Iron and ironing board
- Bed Linen and Towels: Provided for your convenience.
- Three bedrooms Upstairs: Double bed with private en‑suite, King‑size bed with Jack‑and‑Jill en‑suite, Three single beds with shared Jack‑and‑Jill en‑suite.
- Children: Dishes & utensils for kids. Games for kids.
- Travel Cot: Please request, bring own bedding.
- Garden Area: Outdoor furniture with Fire Pit.
- Pet Policy: No pets sorry
- Car Parking: Private parking for four cars
- Rules: Strictly a non smoking or vaping property. Strictly NO events or parties, hens or stag.
- Local Store/Shop: General store 1 mile, Dunoon 7 miles.
- Housekeeping: £150 Housekeeping deposit required, credit card authorisation. Ensuring the apartment remains in pristine condition for all guests.
56.021454480699646, -4.976207096536456
Eckford House
Benmore
Argyll
PA23 8QU
Directions and full address to be advised in Key & Arrival Instructions after final balance is paid.
BENMORE
Benmore is on the Cowal Peninsula, situated between Loch Eck and the Holy Loch, in Argyll and Bute, West of Scotland on the A815 road. Accessible by both land and sea, the trip to Dunoon can either be a ferry crossing over the Firth of Clyde, considered to be one of the best sailing areas in the world, or by a drive through spectacular scenery of dramatic mountains and lochs.
The area is famously known for the spectacular botanical gardens 'Benmore Botanic Gardens'. A magnificent mountainside garden surrounded by beautiful scenery, at the gateway of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Its 120 acres are home to a world-famous collection of plants from the Orient and the Himalaya to North and South America, including over 300 species of rhododendrons.
DUNOON
Dunoon is the main town on the Cowal Peninsula in the south of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is on the western shore of the upper Firth of Clyde, to the south of the Holy Loch.
BENMORE
Benmore is on the Cowal Peninsula, situated between Loch Eck and the Holy Loch, in Argyll and Bute, West of Scotland on the A815 road. Accessible by both land and sea, the trip to Dunoon can either be a ferry crossing over the Firth of Clyde, considered to be one of the best sailing areas in the world, or by a drive through spectacular scenery of dramatic mountains and lochs.
The area is famously known for the spectacular botanical gardens 'Benmore Botanic Gardens'. A magnificent mountainside garden surrounded by beautiful scenery, at the gateway of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Its 120 acres are home to a world-famous collection of plants from the Orient and the Himalaya to North and South America, including over 300 species of rhododendrons.
DUNOON
Dunoon is the main town on the Cowal Peninsula in the south of Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is on the western shore of the upper Firth of Clyde, to the south of the Holy Loch.
Stunning views
10/10 Booking.com Review - October 2025The setting of this house has stunning views,the house its self is superior, everything you need is there. Log fire, hot tub
Eckford House10/10 Booking.com Review - September 2025
Just simply perfect
5/5 Stars Upfront Review - August 2024
Stayed the week here with family and friends, couldn't have enjoyed our stay any more.
The location and stunning views were just beautiful. All the facilities in the house were faultless.
We will deffo recommend in the future :)
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