Mr & Mrs Smith

The Lodge

Argyll, United Kingdom

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 information £200 a person a night including Scottish breakfast, afternoon tea and a gastronomic three-course evening meal. The Lodge is fully serviced and catered.
• Ideal for Gastronomic getaways, active holidays, very special occasions and Highlands weddings
• Sleeps 16 in seven bedrooms in the main house and 2 in the summerhouse.
• Property style Country house
• Grounds The two-acre garden leads down to the loch and is surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.
• Minimum hire A minimum of eight guests and two-night stays at weekends. The rental period normally starts at 3pm and ends at midday.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Floor plan

• The Lodge has seven double rooms in the main house (each named after Hebridean islands) and a two-person summerhouse next to the loch. All rooms have en suite bathrooms except Islay and Jura, which are self-contained and share a large bathroom. All rooms have period features from the early 20th Century Arts and Crafts movement.
• Bedrooms

  Arran bedroom: Large double bedroom with loch views and a spacious en suite bathroom with free-standing roll-top bath. Bute bedroom: Large double bedroom with loch views and en suite bathroom. Coll bedroom: Smaller wood-panelled bedroom with en suite bathroom; sunny in the mornings. Iona bedroom: Light and airy double bedroom at the back of the house with en suite bathroom. Islay and Jura bedrooms: These two bedrooms are a bit more self-contained and share a large bathroom; they’re ideal for a couple with children. Mull bedroom: This wood-panelled double bedroom is snug and cosy and has an en suite bathroom. Summerhouse: The secluded, red and white summerhouse is at the far end of the garden; it has a small kitchen and a barbecue on the deck built over the water.

• Living room Theatrically decorated in black and red with velvet chairs, burnished copper mirrors and a period fireplace. The separate drawing room is a concession to the 21st Century, with flat screen TV and an extensive DVD library.
• Dining room The grand centrepiece of the house, with beautiful stained glass windows, hand-painted wall coverings and an imposing fireplace.
• Poolside If you're brave enough to swim in the loch, watch out for submarines!
• Gardens The gardens cover two acres and run along the western shore of Loch Goil; there are wonderful views along the loch to Lochgoilhead and the Arrochar Alps.
• Private parking There is private parking next to the house with enough space for about 10 cars.
• Other Supported by the branches of a hugh Scots pine overlooking the loch, the charming tree house is where afternoon tea is usually served; there’s a balcony and a wood-burning stove. Another mighty tree next to the water supports a viewing platform.

Also worth knowing

• Weddings This property is suitable for weddings. More...