Dunoon 5.3 miles.
Lewand Lodge is a characterful single-storey lodge in Innellan, Argyll and Bute, enjoying sea views, off-road parking, and an enclosed garden on the Cowal Peninsula coastline.
Suited to four guests and one well-behaved pet, this rustic wooden retreat places the shore just across the road, with views taking in Bute, Arran, Little Cumbrae, Great Cumbrae, Holy Isle and, on a clear day, Ailsa Craig.
Step inside and gather in the kitchen/diner, where all the essentials are on hand for preparing breakfasts before heading to the coast or evening meals after exploring.
Move into the sitting room to watch television together, or retreat to the snug for a change of scene.
Two double bedrooms provide space for everyone to turn in at the end of the day, with one featuring its own television, while a shower room with a walk-in shower completes the interior.
Outside, the enclosed garden invites you to dine on the patio, light the barbecue, and look towards the water as boats pass along the firth.
Cross the road in Innellan and explore the beachfront, searching among the rock pools, coloured glass and unusual stones, or head towards Innellan Golf Club and the boating club at Toward Point Lighthouse.
Dunoon opens up further possibilities, from discovering local history at Castle House Museum to seeing its Victorian Pier and catching entertainment at the Queen's Hall.
Wildlife enthusiasts can also look out for seals, porpoises, dolphins and a rich variety of birdlife around the coastline.
Venture to historic Kilmun to visit its old church and mausoleum, discover the connections to Clan Campbell, then follow a trail through the arboretum.
From shoreline discoveries to days exploring the Cowal Peninsula, make Lewand Lodge the starting point for your Argyll and Bute adventure.