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Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location

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A room with a window overlooking a lake, a white lamp on a small table, and a white wall. - Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location (St Catherines, Cairndow)
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Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location

  • Darroch Beag is a charming two-bedroom cottage within walking distance of the shores of Loch Fyne. Nestled in peaceful woodland near the village of St Catherines on the Cowal Peninsula, it offers a true taste of Scottish beauty and hospitality.

    Filled with quality furnishings and home comforts offering the unique holiday experience in this glorious region. Perfect for small families, couples or for a true romantic escape for two.

    The ground floor features a warm and inviting living room, with a wood fire, comfortable sofas and window views. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped, complete with a dining table for up to four guests. There is a separate utility room with a washing machine and dryer.

    Upstairs there are two cosy well appointed bedrooms with loch views, with a double bedroom and a twin bedroom. The family bathroom is located on the ground floor with a shower over the bath, hand basin and toilet.

    Ground Floor:
    Living room 1: Open fire, 32" Freesat TV, DVD player & Wi-Fi.
    Kitchen/dining room: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer
    Utility room: Washing machine and dryer, clothes airer.
    Bathroom: shower over the bathtub

    First Floor:
    Bedroom 1: Double bed with loch views
    Bedroom 2: Single beds x 2 with loch views.

    Dog Policy: Maximum 1 small or medium dog, fees and general rules apply.  Please enquire in advance if you wish to bring a larger dog.

    Set within peaceful woodland and garden, the cottage offers a true sense of tranquillity. A small private track leads you on a short walk to the water’s edge, where you’ll enjoy uninterrupted loch views.

    Relax at your own waterside spot, complete with a bench, the perfect place to soak up the ever-changing scenery. Your own little piece of heaven.

    Strachur is just a short drive away, with a post office/shop, petrol station and two local pubs. Dunoon is a half hour drive away and has all the main amenities expected from a medium size town. There are several good restaurants close by to choose from.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Cairndow, this cottage is on the waterfront. Inveraray Jail and Auchindrain Highland Farm Township are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fyne Ales Farm Brewery and Drimsynie Estate Golf Course Lochgoilhead. Loch Fyne Whiskeys and Arrochar Play Area are also worth visiting. Visit our Cairndow travel guide
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St Catherines, Cairndow, Argyll

What's nearby

  • A lakeside town with a prominent church, a green field, and a distant mountain range.
    Loch Fyne
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A historic stone tower by a lake with boats, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.
    Carrick Castle
    33 min drive - 31.2 km
  • A castle with a gravel path leading to it, surrounded by lush gardens and trees.
    Inveraray Castle
    34 min drive - 35.8 km
  • A lake surrounded by hills and a sunset sky.
    Loch Lomond
    37 min drive - 39.4 km
  • A castle surrounded by dense green trees and hills.
    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    38 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Arrochar & Tarbet Station
    28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • The George Hotel
    22 min drive
  • The Inveraray Inn - Lounge
    21 min drive
  • Brambles Cafe & Bistro
    22 min drive
  • The Garden Bar
    22 min drive
  • Fyne Fish & Chips
    22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Loch Fyne and within 9 mi (15 km) of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Ardkinglas Woodland Garden. Loch Eck and Fyne Ales Farm Brewery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Darroch Beag Cottage, nearby Loch Fyne, peaceful location Reviews

8.8

Excellent

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stunning location on shore of Loch Fyne. Great dog walks on the doorstep. Places of interest nearby.

Stunning location on the shores of Loch Fyne, extremely friendly and helpful owners. Beautiful area.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location

The cottage is located in a beautiful location, quiet and private. Beds are comfy and kitchen is well equipped. The only thing that let it down for us was cleanliness particularly the bathroom.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage on Loch Fyne

The cottage was cosy, comfortable and well equipped with loch views. It was a peaceful and relaxing week and despite not having the best weather we really enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely place.

The location could not be better, beautiful views and access to fabulous places to walk and visit. It was freezing whilst we were there but the house is super warm and cosy. The house had everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Chillax time

The cottage was set in a lovely private location over looking the sea/loch FYNE. It was absolutely dog friendly (but we still took throws & baby gate) Our dog fudge is an 11 year old cocker that needs to be nosey any chance he got straight into the loch. Would ideally recommend if want a relaxing retreat.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

Gorgeous cottage on the loch with amazing views right over to Inverary on a clear day. Very clean and extremely well equipped and the owners extremely friendly. It would have been nice to have some drawers in the master bedroom for clothing but this didn't effect our stay at all and we could use some in the second bedroom where the children stayed. We managed to see some seals, cormorants and a heron from the beach just outside the loch and we even captured the Northern lights (in August!!) from the lochside on our last night. I would recommend and I would stay there again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely,dog friendly cottage.Very quite and beautiful area.Stunning view from the window.Highly recommanded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stunning Location

Beautiful location, very peaceful, locals very friendly. House was perfect for our stay and had everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short winter break

Great location.Cottage was warm and comfortable and in a great location for exploring the surrounding area
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Loch side cottage

Beautiful view of loch from upstairs in house and seat in garden. Cosy and warm. Very good for wildlife on loch, including otters and porpoises. Relaxing break.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A beautiful cottage in a really lovely setting.

Down a track alongside the beautiful Loch Fyne you come across the cottage. Set in a lovely and quiet setting with great views across the Loch from the beach or your own private garden seat at the shores edge. The cottage is warm and cosy and has all you need for a stay away from home. The track continues for quite a few miles each way so great for walks with the dog. Loved it and will be back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stunning location

Great cottage in a stunning locatin right at the Loch. Interior a little old but everything works and we had no problem to take care uf us for the week.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cottage overlooking Loch Fyne

The cottage was cosy and had everything we needed but the bathroom needed upgrading in our opinion. The stairs were also a problem for 2 seventy year olds - very narrow steps and needed more banisters. The single bed used in the twin room had a duvet that had seen better days and the mattress was thin for an adult. The road leading to the cottage had several pot holes. However the position overlooking the Loch was lovely.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short winter break

Great location.Cottage was warm and comfortable and in a great location for exploring the surrounding area
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Deceptive Advertising

I feel in love with the photos advertised on the site as they highlighted what appeared to be a beautiful large enclosed garden but upon arrival we encountered a small enclosed garden that was 'surrounded by the owners garden'. Not what we wanted or needed for our dog. This meant we could not relax by the water as the dog could wander off. Plus the lochside bench area is not part of the garden and is accessed by crossing the small road outside. The house itself was in need of some TLC. The upstairs window had a sign on it telling you not to open it and there were two very noisy carbon monoxide detectors upstairs. There was a strong smell of dampness in the utility room, which strangely housed the microwave. There was instructions for covid cleaning but non of the bags for bedding were provided. We definitely won't return to this cottage!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful location, old cottage

Fantastic location and area, very quiet location. Beautiful little cottage with plenty of facilities available and a couple of local beers as a welcome gift, although some milk would've been good! Its a sweet, picture perfect cottage to stay in. Some wear and tear but comfortable. However, there are a couple of negatives which if were given some attention, would make this place a knock-out. The front door is a lovely antique but as such, it doesnt fit properly and allows wind, rain, insects etc to come through. It also is not very secure. The same can be said for all the windows as all old single glazing, and some frames were ill fitting and corroded. There is also an issue with insects getting into the bathroom. There's obviously been a problem in the past with mice, but not now, as lots of rentokil poison traps in every room., which in themselves are no problem but we travelled with our dog, and so these were a source of worry and potentially a health hazard, as he was interested in them. We enjoyed our stay and were very grateful to have found this place.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rustic & quirky cottage in pretty location with winding stairs & cosy log fire.

With panelled ceilings, winding staircase & rustic feel - cottage has fab views & walks. We were warm & comfy despite accommodation suffering ‘end of season’ blues. Tip - take a peanut feeder to see wonderful birds, red squirrels etc. Great base to explore gorgeous Scotland in its spectacular Autumn glory.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Mouse infestation and poor cleanliness.

We had a very disappointing stay. Starting with the good points- the cottage is in a tremendous position. We arrived to find the cottage in a very poor state of cleanliness. The fridge was switched off and dirty. The kitchen floor and surfaces were similarly dirty. More of a concern was the obvious rodent infestation. There was obvious attempts to control the mice with traps in each room and plug-in sonic devices. Depite that, there was at least 50 mouse droppings on the carpet in my daughter's room and the upstairs cupboard was unusuable due to the amount of droppings. We spent the first 3 hours of our trip scrubbing the kitchen and hoovering the droppings. There was also rrubbish bags from previous guests at the side of the house. Aagin this was eaten by rodents. We had dispose of this personally-despite this being from previous guests. I contacted the owner and agent by m e-mail and the owner contacted me by telephone immediately. He was very helpful and courteous and provided an immediate partial refund. Throughout the trip we were plaqued by the mice. Anything left on the kitchen floor was eaten and ultimately we had to leave a day early as my daughters were terrified by the mouse's repeated appearance in the kitchen. I emailed the owner and the letting agency but received no reply. We would not return and i feel the house, as it stands, is not in a condition to be rented .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A hidden gem

We found Darroch Beag to be very cosy and comfortable, and in a beautifully secluded (yest accessible) location with wonderful views over Loch Fyne - just as the description specified. Mark the owner, very friendly gent, checked in with us midweek to see if everything was ok, which it was, and then left us to it. We simply can't fault this cottage, it was like a home from home (but better). Just a minor point. An information folder would have been beneficial with house rules detailing what to do with bins, towels, bedding, when leaving etc. Also with information on nearest doctors, hospital, etc. All cottages tend to provide this and is very useful. This did not in any way affect our stay though, as we have stayed in numerous holiday cottages in Scotland over the years and are very familiar with what to expect. We would highly recommend this property and definitely one we would like to return to. And apologies to Mark & Morven, we forgot to leave a review in your guest book. But we did visit a few of the areas recommended by previous guests... it truly is a beautiful part of the world. Thanks again for a lovely stay and for the fine(Fyne) local beers on arrival.