Nursery Cottage - Benmore
Benmore
At a Glance
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi
Wood Burner
Dog Friendly
Parking
Garden/Patio
Washing Machine
Smart TV
The Property
Nursery Cottage is a charming two bedroom cottage located in a stunning woodland setting in picturesque Benmore within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, just 6 miles from the tourist town of Dunoon.
Nestled in a quiet and peaceful setting this two bedroom retreat is perfect for a small family or couples wanting to enjoy a relaxed and treasured getaway. An ideal base to explore the Cowal Peninsula and the West Coast of Scotland. You will discover stunning countryside, endless walks, wonderful Lochs and waterfalls all accessible on foot from the front door.
Interiors
The living room is a warm and inviting space with comfortable sofas to sink into after a day of exploring. Featuring a woodburner fire for cosy nights in, a wonderful room to sit back and enjoy the relaxed ambience. For entertainment there is free Wi-Fi and a Smart TV.
The kitchen is modern and well equipped, complete with a dining area, oven, hob, microwave, and a small table top fridge/freezer. The region has an abundance of local produce on your doorstep to encourage creativity in the kitchen. There is a washing machine/dryer combo for the convenience of longer breaks.
Bedrooms
Featuring a double bedroom and a twin bedroom both spacious and individually furnished with quality linen.
Nestled in a quiet and peaceful setting this two bedroom retreat is perfect for a small family or couples wanting to enjoy a relaxed and treasured getaway. An ideal base to explore the Cowal Peninsula and the West Coast of Scotland. You will discover stunning countryside, endless walks, wonderful Lochs and waterfalls all accessible on foot from the front door.
Interiors
The living room is a warm and inviting space with comfortable sofas to sink into after a day of exploring. Featuring a woodburner fire for cosy nights in, a wonderful room to sit back and enjoy the relaxed ambience. For entertainment there is free Wi-Fi and a Smart TV.
The kitchen is modern and well equipped, complete with a dining area, oven, hob, microwave, and a small table top fridge/freezer. The region has an abundance of local produce on your doorstep to encourage creativity in the kitchen. There is a washing machine/dryer combo for the convenience of longer breaks.
Bedrooms
Featuring a double bedroom and a twin bedroom both spacious and individually furnished with quality linen.
Bedroom 1: King-size bed, wardrobe, bedside tables, woodland garden view.
Bedroom 2: Two single beds, dresser, bedside table, woodland garden view.
The modern family bathroom features a shower over the bath, hand basin, mirror and heated towel rail.
Outside
Nursery Cottage is a haven to explore, set on an acre of woodland with outdoor seating placed in different areas to enjoy, a wildlife pond and pathways to explore. For cosy winter days there is a wooden summer house to soak up and admire the woodland setting. You may even catch glimpses of local wildlife such as deer and red squirrels in the woodland gardens.
Explore
You will find local shops, pubs and cafes in nearby Dunoon. There is a local store one mile from the cottage for everyday provisions.
Nursery Cottage is an ideal base to explore the Cowal Peninsula, and the many surrounding attractions, with Benmore Botanic Gardens and magical Pucks Glen on your door step. 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, 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.
Dog Policy: One well behaved dog is allowed, fees apply £3.00 per night.
Car Parking: There is free car parking space for two cars in front of the cottage.
Outdoor safety: Guests have access to the outdoor woodland garden area with a pond and summer house. Please take care with younger children, supervision is recommended.
Features
Woodland setting
Scenic location
Local wildlife
Local wildlife
Close-by to botanical gardens
Outdoor garden and furniture
Outdoor garden and furniture
Oil central heating
Woodburning stove
Starter pack for woodburner included
Bed linen and towels included
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the cottage
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the cottage
Smart TV
Freeview and live streaming
Fold-out dining table and chairs
Electric oven and hob
Electric oven and hob
Small table top fridge/freezer
Microwave, toaster, kettle
Washing machine/dryer combo
Private parking area for two cars.
Private parking area for two cars.
One well-behaved pet welcome £3 per night.
Nearest pub and local store 1 mile
Nearest pub and local store 1 mile
No smoking
Good Housekeeping Deposit £100 (PRE AUTHORISED ONLY)
Good Housekeeping Deposit £100 (PRE AUTHORISED ONLY)
Nursery Cottage
Benmore, Dunoon
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.
Great Spot
5/5 Star VRBO Review - March 2025
We enjoyed use stay very much. We loved the location and found the house & surrounds quite special. Thank You
5/5 Star AirBnB Review - November 2024
Had a great few days at Nursery Cottage. Lots to do right on the door step. Lovely and comfortable cottage.
October break5/5 Star Upfront Reviews - October 2023We arrived in Scotland clueless about the weather conditions, however the owners were incredibly helpful and kept us updated.
We were unable to get to cottage the first night because of the landslides, but made it through the next day.
The cottage was lovely and very comfortable and in a beautiful setting
The red squirrels and birds in the garden were really lovely to sit and watch, very greedy though
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