Up over the ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ from Loch Lomond, this oasis reclines amidst the grand old trees of the Ardkinglas Estate. Ardkinglas House itself stands right on the shores of sinewy Loch Fyne offering sweeping views of the famous loch, while the Butler’s Quarters lies tucked away on the ground floor of the house.
The Grand Butler’s Quarters
Far from making you feel like being one of the house staff the Butler’s Quarters at Ardkinglas offer a cosy abode, as well as the chance to stay in your very own country house. Replete with period furnishings and a charmingly old world ambience the years peel back as the stress of modern living also abates on arrival at this self-catering accommodation with a difference. You also get free access to the grounds and the famous Ardkinglas Woodland Garden.
The Butler’s Quarters is the self-catering accommodation at Ardkinglas House. It consists of two bedrooms, one cosy double bedded one for couples and a second bedroom with a double and a single that works well for families. It is meant for a maximum of five, but we also managed to easily fit in a cot for our young daughter too so could have one more wee one. The decades peel back with original furnishings and décor throughout the quarters. The bedrooms themselves may not be modern, but they are certainly comfortable.
Fyne Food
The Butler’s Quarters have a TV (not a new fangled flat screen one of course) and some games and books for a quiet night in. There are no other facilities on site, but you can go on a guided tour around the house. There are also guided tours of the famous Ardkinglas Wooden Garden and the Woodland trails that spread their tentacles throughout the grounds and down towards the shores of Loch Fyne.
Ardkinglas Estate and Loch Fyne
The Ardkinglas Estate itself offers some great walking opportunities. We headed off up Glen Fyne, which is a gre
The Butler’s Quarters at Ardkinglas, Cairndow, Argyll, PA26 8BH. Tel: +44(0)1499-600261. www.ardkinglas.com/self-catering/butlers-quarters.html
InsiderScotland Rating
For Families 7/10
For a Romantic Break 6/10
InsiderScotland Rating 6/10