Achnacloich

We had a power cut and there is no information in the house notes about dealing with such an event.

... also the house notes need updating with regard to the bottle bank... the one in Oban apparently stopped a couple of years ago... Otherwise perfect as always..

The house, I mean the castle is amazing.

The view, the garden, the rooms are incredibles. Great stay with my whole family. At first we feel like visiting a museum, but very quick it became our house for this unforgettable stay in Scotland.

This was the third time we had visited Achnacloich and it never disappoints.

With a week of rain it was always good to come back to such a great property, spacious, well equipped and with a living fire. We look forward to returning.

The setting is stunning - everything was perfect (special thanks to Wendy) - we had a great time!

What a fantastic place to be able to stay.

We hosted my daughter's autumn wedding for close family and friends and despite us living not far away, didn't know about Achnacloich house. It truly was amazing. The house is well maintained and very comfortable, everything you could possibly need is provided. The accommodation is spotlessly clean with very comfortable beds, good quality linen and towels, and despite being a big house, lovely and warm and cosy in the cooler days. Well equipped kitchen with an Aga range, which I have never used before, but by the end of the week didn't want to go back to my electric cooker....and the whistling kettle, just reminded me of being back in my Grandma's kitchen.The grounds are stunning, with walks all around, so many tree species specimens, all labelled, the autumn colours were beautiful, stunning views and so lovely to see a familiar area from a different angle. There is a lot of history to the house which was so interesting to learn about. All of our group thoroughly complimented the accommodation and enjoyed their time there and have said they would definitely stay there again, and they are already recommending it to their friends. For me Achnacloich felt like a 'home', not just a rented property, it was both a pleasure and an honour to stay there, I would love to have stayed much longer and felt sad to leave what now feels like an old friend. I hope one day I will return. .

We had a lovely stay.

It is so easy to get lost in the house too - so many rooms and hallways, you never know when you will find another bathroom hiding in a corner. My guests thoroughly enjoyed their stay and we look forward to coming back in 2027. We already reserved it!

We had a wonderful stay.

House was perfect for a large family and exactly as described. Beautiful grounds and views, could spend the entire stay on the grounds and in the house. Host was very responsive to questions and helpful. Highly recommend!

We all loved the property although walk to the Loch was a bit of a trial for some of us !

Our weather was lovely and did think the outdoor furniture could be better We have been to other houses and usually there is wooden furniture more in line with house . All in all though lovely house and beautiful gardens Loved it Thank you

A truly exceptional stay in a Scottish paradise Our stay at the manor was absolutely fantastic — both the property itself and the surrounding environment exceeded all our expectations.

The house is beautiful, extremely well-equipped, and offers every comfort one could hope for. The garden is stunning, the view breathtaking, and the entire place feels like a true slice of paradise. We had an unforgettable time here. A very special thank you to Wendy, the housekeeper, whose professionalism, kindness, and attentiveness throughout our stay made the experience even more memorable. We will never forget this beautiful stay and hope to return one day.

A wonderful place for a group like us with an amazing atmosphere, on top of that house a wonderful garden in a a stunning surrounding.

We would love to come back!

Perfect for our walking holiday group.

Enough space for whole party to spread out and relax. Superb house in spectacular location. Great facilities and perfect for groups or families.

We had a wonderful time!

!! The property manager Wendy was communicative and quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. Achnacloich house itself was beautiful and spacious. It made the perfect location for our family gathering. Would love to stay again and recommend to friends and family for future stays!

We had a wonderful hoilday at Achnacloich.

The place is in the most wonderful location. For all ages we had a fantastic family hoilday. It was like we where in the book 'Swallows and Amazons' with lots of Fishing / Walking / Swimming & Boating. We would highly recommend Achnacloich to others if they wanted a similar type of outdoors family and friends hoilday.

Outstanding in every way.

Beautiful setting, above the loch; large, but warm and friendly house; set in a garden that no one could expect or imagine… . sensational. And managed in a very friendly and helpful and thoughtful way. 5 stars are hardly enough!

Our stay at Achnacloich Mansion was nothing short of extraordinary.

From the moment we arrived, it felt like we had stepped back in time and were living as royalty. The mansion's grand dimensions and timeless decor transported us to another era, making every moment special. The gardens surrounding the mansion are vast and beautifully maintained, offering a serene escape and breathtaking views. The highlight of our evenings was gathering in the large dining room, which comfortably accommodated all 15 of us for dinner. It was a perfect setting for our group to come together and create lasting memories. One of the most magical aspects of our stay was the stunning view of Loch Etive right in our backyard. Watching the sunsets over the loch was a daily ritual, each one more incredible than the last. Every day, we had to pinch ourselves to ensure we weren’t dreaming. Achnacloich Mansion is a true gem, offering a perfect blend of historical charm and natural beauty. It’s an experience we’ll never forget and one we highly recommend to anyone seeking a unique and luxurious getaway.

A wonderful house in a beautiful location.

We absolutely loved our stay at Achnacloich, it felt magical. We loved exploring the grounds, especially all of the nooks and viewpoints with benches, and we had fun rowing out to the island. The house felt very authentic and we found it a really interesting place to spend time and explore, rather than simply a place to stay! The living room felt cosy and had great views, and we thought the set up of the kitchens and dining room worked well and made it less of a challenge to feed so many people! Overall a great place to stay and we would absolutely recommend :)

The property was lovely and facilities were fine.

There was no water supply for half a day due to some supply issue and we managed as these things are sometimes not under someone’s control although it was hard with kids. There was no filter or drinking water. We expected a bit more friendly and polite behaviour from the care taker and how she she behaved on the day we left was not appreciated. No one expects the property to be spot clean before leaving. We were delayed by an hour and due to which we faced issues on the road due to heavy snow. So feedback is the care taker has to be more friendly and we accepted all the issues smilingly she should also behave the same way.

What a Heavenly spot!

We loved all of the space in the house, the magnificent gardens and the coastal setting. Swimming and rowing to and from the island each day was a real highlight. We do hope to have the opportunity to return again.

A grand house in a glorious garden with a great view down Loch Etive, suitable for large parties.

There is lots to do in the area.

We had a lovely stay at Achnacloish.

The situation is unbeatable with beautiful grounds and a stunning view down Loch Etive. Wendy prepared a delicious and spectacular meal for us and we were generally very well looked after. Would highly recommend a stay here.

Wonderful house in beautiful gardens.

A great location near to Oban, mountains, lochs and the sea. Plenty of activities to keep all our group occupied.

This was our second year at Achnachloich.

Group of 10. It is a fantastic property. Lots of space, kitchen has everything you need, all well maintained and lots of character. Loads to do in the surrounding area helped by a fantastic week of weather.

Fabulous property, amazing grounds, we had a fabulous stay over the new year period.

A few points on what could have been better. The property was freezing cold on arrival and it took a few days to heat up. The host Wendy was very helpful and changed the heating settings. One of the guests went out and bought a heater for their bedroom. It would be good to invest in a longer tv aerial to allow the tv to be watched from the comfortable sofas around the living room. We felt the pictures made the property look plush but instead it was more ‘shabby chic’.

Very beautiful location with stunning views.

Having a boat and an island to explore was fantastic. House was great and Wendy very helpful. Thank you.

We had a very enjoyable stay in a beautiful, well equipped and well located house.

Everyone was very helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend.

great house for a family holiday.

perhaps a note to say the boathouse and jetty are a 'difficult' walk away........we had some wee ones with us and hadn't appreciated the tricky access.

A lovely property in which to spend New Year's week, and would be equally good in summer.

Large public rooms with a very well-equipped kitchen. Lots of bedrooms, all well appointed and plenty of bathrooms! Superb grounds stretching right down to the loch. Overall excellent.

Great house with large fantastic gardens leading down to the shore.

Wonderful views, marvellous sunsets and the availability of little rowboat boat for trips out to the island was a great bonus. We loved it.

Our family had a wonderful week here.

Achnacloich is a welcoming and homely house, with a very high standard of equipment and comfort. And the grounds are fabulous!.

Has to be the highlight of our Scotland journey.

The view of the house from the road was awesome. The house is beautiful and we had great fun! This was booked for our 'Buddymoon' and certainly one to remember.

A magical place - space, warmth, incredible views, stunning flora, invigorating swimming in the loch.

A unique opportunity for such a large group to all sit and eat around one table and in such style. Attention to detail from benches placed in scenic locations to all necessary cooking utensils. A perfect time and place to celebrate 60 year birthdays, treasure old friendships and make new ones.

Superb house and grounds with everything you want, boat, island, billiard room, great company and excellent food.

Children had a great adventure. Views from Easdale were stunning in the Autumn sun. Not far for us but a superb time away with friends.

We have had a marvelous time and have been blessed with super autumnal weather, love, friendships of friends and family.

We have climbed two Munro's, cycled on Lismore, strolled on Kerrera, fished and had lunch at the restaurant Pier House. Backgammon, 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle, snooker and so much more.

We've now stayed 5 times in Achnacloich and it is always a privilege to be able to enjoy this fabulous house and stunning grounds.

The beds and bedrooms are great, bathrooms are plentiful with loads of reliable hot water, there is a lovely spacious kitchen with excellent storage for a large group like ours. Drying room also very useful for our walking parties! The property is very well looked after and has always been spotlessly clean upon our arrival. It's one of our favourite places to stay in Scotland. We shall return year on year!

On behalf of all my friends who joined me at Achnacloich House last week, I want to thank you and your team for making our stay so wonderful.

As I think I have said before, we have been gathering for this kind of holiday every October since the year 2000, staying at various large houses all over Scotland. We are all agreed that Achnacloich is just about the best house we have stayed in.

We are a group of 15 hillwalkers, all male, and we have stayed in the Highlands and Islands for a long weekend in February for many years, at different houses each time.

In 2018 we stayed at Achnacloich, and I think the whole group agreed that this was possibly the best house we have stayed in. Wendy the housekeeper was friendly and helpful. We found the house to be comfortable, clean, warm and welcoming. The catering facilities were very good, and there were plenty of bathrooms, hot water and logs for the fire. There is also plenty of walking on hand at all levels - from several Munros in easy striking distance, to easy low level walks, and interesting island walks on Lismore and Kerrera for example. Thoroughly recommended for a group such as ours, or for families.