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Highlights

Scottish country house on the shores of Loch Goil
Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery
Fantastic food – fully-catered
Treehouse in the grounds for afternoon tea, plus the Summerhouse at the bottom of the garden sleeps two
Whisky tasting with bagpipe-playing butler
The conservatory is ideal for a wedding for up to 50
The property has won a Green Tourism award

Guestbook

'What a wonderful spot. I would love to come back and stay in the little cottage'
'Thanks for all your help and lovely food. I have found a new love in Scotland'

Smith tip

Did you know that whisky has legs? No, we’re not talking about drunken staggering. The older the whisky, the slower if runs down the side of the glass; these are its ‘legs’. Whisky can be a complex business so it’s best to put yourself in the hands of a local expert for a tasting. The word ‘whisky’ comes from the Gaelic, uisge beatha, meaning 'water of life’. Although we can’t vouch for its medicinal qualities, it can certainly make you feel pretty good.

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The Lodge

Argyll, United Kingdom[view map]

Style
Arts and Crafts villa
Setting
Loch Goil, Argyll

Set in some of the most spectacular scenery in the British Isles, this Arts and Crafts villa lies in the heart of the Trossachs, on the shores of Loch Goil. The Lodge itself is equally breathtaking with eight bedrooms meticulously decorated in turn-of-the-century style, but it’s the loch-side tree house and secluded summer cottage that really steal the show. The Lodge is a five star, fully serviced and fully catered experience; the expertly prepared cuisine, served in the splendid dining room, is a treat in itself. This is the perfect place for gastronomic indulgence in truly magnificent surroundings.

Need to know

Rates
£200 a person a night including Scottish breakfast, afternoon tea and a gastronomic three-course evening meal. The Lodge is fully serviced and catered.
Sleeps
16, in seven bedrooms in the main house and two in the summerhouse.
Ideal for
Gastronomic getaways, active holidays, very special occasions and Highlands weddings
Minimum hire
A minimum of eight guests and two-night stays at weekends. The rental period normally starts at 3pm and ends at midday.
Booking process
Smith deposit taken when you book. A booking is held for seven days, during which time a deposit of 50 per cent must be paid. The balance is due no later than 30 days before arrival. The deposit is refunded only if the house is re-let for the whole of the rental period.
Property style
Country house
Grounds
The two-acre garden leads down to the loch and is surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.
Also
Smoking is not allowed in the Lodge but you may smoke on the veranda. Pets aren’t encouraged but if you have a well behaved pooch it's worth asking. Don’t expect your mobile phone to work.

In the know

Eating and drinking
The Lodge is fully catered and the food is a real highlight. The house chef sources most of the ingredients from local organic producers; there’s no fixed menu and all dietary requirements can be catered for with advance notice. Afternoon tea in the tree house is a great experience. There’s also a bar with a very impressive selection of Scotch whisky. Meals include a Scottish breakfast, afternoon tea and three-course dinner; wine is not included in the price. Loch-side picnics can also be prepared.
Housekeeping
Included in the price.
Entertainment
Apart from the bagpipes that pipe you in to dinner, there are iPods in the sitting room and dining room, with several thousand tunes to choose from. The Lodge can organise in-house massage. It’s also possible to arrange painting classes, for both experienced painters and enthusiastic amateurs, with expert local artists.
Provided
Bed and breakfast, home-baked afternoon tea and a four-course dinner is provided. In rooms: organic toiletries, luxury hand-made vegan soaps, fluffy white bathrobes and slippers.
Packing tips
The weather on the west coast of Scotland is changeable at any time of year, so come prepared. The walking is some of the most desirable in the British Isles so appropriate footwear is a good idea. Don’t forget your golf clubs.
Eco policy
The property has won a Green Tourism award and makes extensive use of recycling and low-energy appliances; the Lodge has its own organic vegetable garden.

For a detailed description of all the rooms and grounds, click here

Also worth knowing

Children
The Lodge isn’t really designed for children, although exceptions are made for special occasions. The adjoining Islay and Jura bedrooms are self-contained and great for a couple with children.
Weddings
This property is suitable for weddings. More…

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The Lodge

The Lodge
Loch Goil
Argyll
Scotland PA24 8AE
PA24 8AE

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