This selection of Campbeltown cottages rests on a sheltered bay
at the southern tip of the scenic Kintyre peninsula. Once alive
with shipbuilding, fishing and distilling, today the town is a more
peaceful base from which to explore Argyll and Bute, whether
that's with a romantic retreat or family gathering. Famed for
its rich heritage and milder climate, Campbeltown offers
family-friendly attractions, historic sites and plenty of outdoor
activities including walking, cycling and boat trips to the likes
of Ardrossan and remote islands.
Why a Campbeltown Cottage?
Venture out of your Campbeltown accommodation to admire the
town's prosperous past - evidenced by its architecture - from
churches and memorials to cultural attractions including the
peaceful Linda McCartney Memorial Garden. Campbeltown Museum and
Heritage Centre showcases a collection of items including
prehistoric relics excavated from Kintyre, whilst The Wee Picture
House first opened in 1913 and is Scotland's oldest cinema. For
self-catering in Campbeltown, you'll find plenty of shops,
restaurants and cafés to choose from, as well as traditional
pubs with harbour views and charming coffee shops. Once the
proclaimed 'whisky capital of the world', with 34
distilleries, today three active distilleries remain for guided
tours that reveal the secrets of whisky making. Springbank
Distillery was founded in 1828 by the Mitchell family and is still
owned by the family today! Find a variety of local things to do and
see with our Loch
Lomond travel guide and
Dumfries
and Galloway travel guide.
Places to Visit near Campbeltown
The Mull of Kintyre is a must-see when choosing holiday cottages
in Campbeltown. On a clear day, Ailsa Craig and Northern Ireland
are visible beyond sweeping sea views, whilst the Mull of Kintyre
Lighthouse is a popular site. Discover local legends at St
Columba's Chapel, footprints and Holy Well, or travel to the
western coast for surfing and relaxing along the sandy beach at
Machrihanish. Avid hikers can follow the 100-mile Kintyre Way from
here, taking you all the way to Tarbert in the north. Journeying
off the peninsula, Ayr is a
bustling town with plenty of history to discover at Greenan Castle
and Burns Cottage. Find Scottish art at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and
Museum in the vibrant port city of Glasgow,
alongside a variety of green parks, shops and eateries. Witness
Scotland's breath-taking scenery at Loch
Lomond & The Trossachs National Park to climb, sail and
hike through a spectacular landscape.
Types of Holiday
There are a variety of holiday homes to choose from in this
fantastic region. Whisk your better half away with these
romantic breaks in Scotland or choose from a selection of
large
cottages in Scotland to celebrate a special occasion with the
whole family. Luxury
cottages in Scotland add a taste of opulence to your rural
escape, whilst these lodges
and log cabins in Scotland put you in the heart of the
countryside. Your dogs can enjoy a break along with you thanks to a
range of
dog-friendly cottages in Scotland.