Craig Cottage bothy offers ideal accommodation for relaxing breaks and outdoors adventures, just over two hours’ drive from Glasgow. With space for four people and a well-equipped kitchen, our traditional bothy is the perfect base for exploring the amazing scenery on Argyll’s secret coast, visiting the picturesque village of Tighnabruaich, pampering yourself at the nearby Portavadie Marina Spa, or making the most of the great outdoors.
Facilities
Bedroom with twin beds
Living room with memory foam sofa bed
Wood burner stove (wood sold on request)
DVD Player
Kitchen with hob, microwave, halogen oven, washer/dryer
Barbecue
Bathroom with bath and hand shower
Storage heaters
Nearby
Secluded area with scenic views (Kyles of Bute National Scenic Area)
Woodland walks
Wildlife including animals, plants and shore birds
Mackerel fishing during the season
Sea loch for swimming, boating, paddle boarding and kayaking
The Cowal Way long-distance walking route (Tighnabruaich 6 miles, 2 hours)
Owners live next door and can help with requests
In the area
Tighnabruaich village with shops, cafes, bars, art galleries and restaurants
Many walking routes to suit all levels of fitness
Sailing school, boat trips, bike hire
Historic sites and archaeological features
Spa facilities, beauty and alternative therapies
Fine dining at Portavadie Marina and the award-winning Inver restaurant
Ferries to the Isle of Bute and onwards to Tarbert on Loch Fyne
Fly fishing
Things to know
The bothy is in an isolated area and doesn’t have mains water. The tap water can be brown due to peat in the hills above. The tap water is safe but we’ll supply you with drinking water.
There is 4G reception but no reliable internet or wifi at our location.
This is a very peaceful location and not suited to party weekends.
Tariff
£80 per night or £450 per week
Getting here
The bothy is on the banks of Loch Riddon,here. We are about a mile down a secluded track which is signposted for ‘Ormidale Lodge’ on the A8003 (NB Ormidale House is a different property which you will pass on the way). You can drive over the Rest and Be Thankful road and take the turn for Tighnabruaich just before you reach Cairndow, or you can take the Western Ferries boat from McInroy’s Point in Gourock. You can even reach us by public transport by taking the train to Gourock, the CalMac foot ferry to Dunoon and the West Coast Motors bus 478 to the end of our track. Contact us for any more detailed directions.
Acres to the loch for kayaking.Turn right when you see this sign.
Craig Cottage Bothy 