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Fearnach Bay House

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Overview
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
8 guests
7 nights minimum 
Holiday Rental House
The perfect place for a family holiday by the sea. Also ideally suited for couples who like a bit of space to move around (10% discount offered for low occupancy bookings). Rental prices vary throughout the year. Quotes on TripAdvisor are 'from' prices and don't always reflect the true rental prices. Please make an enquiry to check the rental price for your selected dates. Fearnach Bay House is situated in a stunning position in a secluded corner of our 250 acre private estate on Loch Melfort on the West Coast of Scotland. With only a 30 minute drive from Oban, it is a great base from which to explore Argyll and the islands of the Inner Hebrides. The house has been built to a high standard and offers everything you could wish for in the way of peace and relaxation. The comfortable open ...The perfect place for a family holiday by the sea. Also ideally suited for couples who like a bit of space to move around (10% discount offered for low occupancy bookings). Rental prices vary throughout the year. Quotes on TripAdvisor are 'from' prices and don't always reflect the true rental prices. Please make an enquiry to check the rental price for your selected dates. Fearnach Bay House is situated in a stunning position in a secluded corner of our 250 acre private estate on Loch Melfort on the West Coast of Scotland. With only a 30 minute drive from Oban, it is a great base from which to explore Argyll and the islands of the Inner Hebrides. The house has been built to a high standard and offers everything you could wish for in the way of peace and relaxation. The comfortable open plan ground floor living space is suitable for wheelchair users and has underfloor heating throughout as well as a log burner. Discover some of Scotland's wonderful wildlife without leaving the window seat in the living room. Visitors to our garden include woodpeckers, oyster catchers and red squirrels whilst out on the loch there are grey seals and regular sightings of a family of otters. Binoculars are provided together with comprehensive books on bird watching and nature activities.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
No stag or hen parties allowed
Bedrooms
1 Super King1 King4 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Full bath2 Attached (ensuite)

Meet the host
Rory G
Hosting since May 2014
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 75%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guestsWe like to meet our guests on arrival but from then onwards we will respect your privacy and will not disturb you unless you need us to. We are however always on hand to help with anything you may want or need to know during your stay and our contact numbers are listed in the house should you need them.

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Akki
Akki
Cambridge, United Kingdom199 contributions
Standout in every way
Standout in every way The moment we pulled up to the house we knew we were in love! What a first impression. You literally drive up to the house on the hill that overlooks a loch! Doesn’t get more romantic than that! Once we did a walk around the very generous garden and took a walk to the bay, we entered the house and were literally gobsmacked. The interior is a dream come true. The huge open space that comprises of the kitchen, dining and living room looks out over the bay and on a sunny day, that view will have you mesmerised for a long long time. The kitchen is every chefs dream. The appliances are top end, the layout superb and equipped with every possible utensil etc you could ever need! Loved the en-suite bedroom downstairs. Perfect for elderly or mobility impaired guests that can’t climb the stairs. The rest of the bedrooms upstairs all face the bay and again, you could get lost in the views from up there. Heavy dark out curtains make sleeping in the summer easy and the beds are comfy. Bathrooms are all brilliant as well. We had a bottle of wine, home made chocolate brownies (demolished them the same day!) and some gorgeous hand picked flowers waiting for us on arrival. What a lovely touch! The outside area is spacious and well equipped. We had some very good weather so used the patio area quite a lot. All overlooking the bay (of course). We felt entirely spoilt being here. The house is a gem and could not have asked for a better location. Only 30 mins to Oban so we could get to the ferries without too much hassle to visit the surrounding islands. The digital information guide that Rory sent on confirmation of booking is a veritable treasure trove of useful information. Made the entire stay so much easier as literally every single question you might have, has been answered in detail in said guide (incl a chapter on midges!!) All in all, I can’t praise this house enough! Thank you Rory and Jennie for making this splendid house available for visitors to this beautiful part of the world to enjoy!
Visited July 2022
Written 13 July 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Cruiser40763874969
Cruiser40763874969
Many thanks for your lovely review and for all your generous comments. It really does make it all the more worthwhile when we know our guests appreciate the house and its location on the shores of Loch Melfort. I am so glad you enjoyed your time here and I am sure your review will help others who may be considering a stay in this part of Argyll and in particular Fearnach Bay House.
Written 23 July 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Delhaise R
Delhaise R
1 contribution
Fearnach House - Terrific holiday home
We stayed for a week in Fearnach House with its stunning situation and view right on Loch Melfort. The house is extremely comfortable, superb for a large party and pretty much every room has a glorious view of the Loch, one of Scotland’s most beautiful. There cannot be many houses in Britain with such an aspect. Rory and Jennie are fantastic hosts; they have thought of pretty much everything to make one’s stay enjoyable, from the flowers welcoming you in the house to the sensible instructions of how to use the rowing boat, good maps and advice for walks etc. The kitchen is a pleasure to cook in; huge amounts of space, good kit and anything further required, Jennie was happy to bring round. Our stay in late May / early June was truly sun drenched, with the odd rain squall and jumpers required in the evening. Lots of great walks, though footpaths can take time to identify. A highly recommended area and home.
Visited June 2022
Written 3 June 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Cruiser40763874969
Cruiser40763874969
Many thanks for your kind comments. You certainly managed to pack in a lot during your week and we always enjoy hearing about the activities our guests get up to during their stay. Its good to know the house worked well for your family and it was a pleasure having you to stay. Thank you again!
Written 18 June 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Martin S
Martin S
3 contributions
Stunning house and location
A beautiful setting and wonderfully equipped house with every need catered for. The wildlife and night sky were a delight. The ground floor bedroom and bathroom with shower chair and toilet seat raiser were ideal for wheelchair users. Rory and his brother-in-law John were extremely helpful assisting us with our departure, for which we were very grateful. Just perfect. We will be back.
Visited March 2022
Written 16 April 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Cruiser40763874969
Cruiser40763874969
It was lovely having you to stay and many thanks for your review. We like to think the ground floor of the house is ideal for wheelchair users and always aim to be around to offer help where needed. Thank you for choosing Fearnach Bay for your week in Argyll and we look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
Written 12 May 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

davidnhornby
davidnhornby
London, United Kingdom117 contributions
Stunning home and location for family holidays
Fearnach Bay House is a perfectly designed home for families to enjoy. All bedrooms face the Loch and the downstairs areas provide a really relaxed day to day living area and a space to relax and enjoy the magnificent views. We loved our time there and would return in a heartbeat. Rory was a fantastic host and very attentive.
Visited August 2021
Written 26 August 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Sightsee434899
Sightsee434899
West Yorkshire, United Kingdom1 contribution
A fantastic house in a fantastic location. Cannot recommend enough.
It truly is the best house in the best location in Argyll, and we have just had another fun filled, fantastic and relaxing family holiday in this beautiful house and place. And, there are so many beautiful and interesting places to see in Argyll, that you are spoiled for choice. Fearnach Bay House is always spotlessly clean everywhere, top to bottom, and all the appliances and equipment work. I can assure you that you need not worry about coronavirus here because the risk is zero. The owners, who live nearby, are meticulous about hygiene and maintaining their beautiful house to the highest standards. They are lovely genuine people who make everyone feel welcome and really care that guests enjoy their stay. The house is warm, comfortable, light, airy and fresh with ample room for everyone and feels like a real home from home. It is also good value for money as it sleeps seven to eight people. If you would like to see the real Scotland without hordes of tourists, come here to Fearnach Bay House. You will not be disappointed. It is on a private estate, on a tarmac, single track, dead end road, but it is not isolated. You can walk in the beautiful hills behind the house and fish for mackerel from the red dingy in Loch Melfort, the sea loch in front of the house. Nature is all a round and you do not have to leave the house to see it. From the bay window you can watch gannets patrol the loch and then dive into the loch for fish and if you sit quietly with the lights out you will usually see the pine martin skirt the beech hedge and cross the lawn most evenings around 20.45. And from the glazed door to the patio you can see buzzards and last year we also saw a white tailed, eagle. We are a family of three generations, eight, in total, including two teenagers and this has been our fourth successive year of enjoying a wonderful relaxing and fun holiday here. We are not the only “returners” either there are many and some have been coming back for much longer than us, as the Visitors Book will attest and one person’s recent entry simply said: THIS IS THE BEST HOUSE IN SCOTLAND. PERIOD! The capital letters and exclamation mark are theirs’ and ‘period’ was in bold. Everyone, of all ages, really love it and you will too. That is a promise.
Visited July 2020
Written 1 August 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Jacquie P
Jacquie P
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom3 contributions
Christmas at Fearnach bay house
Our 5th Christmas at Fearnach bay house, it is such a beautiful home where we feel very relaxed and comfortable! We were lucky enough this year to watch an otter literally in the shoreline in front of the house, it was fishing and bringing the fish out of the water to eat and than back into the water playing. We could highly recommend paying this beautiful part of Scotland and house a visit.
Visited December 2019
Written 2 January 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Rene M
Rene M
1 contribution
Tolles Ferienhaus, super Lage
Tolles Ferienhaus in super Lage. Wer Ruhe und einen schönen Ausblick sucht findet hier alles was er benötigt.
Visited July 2019
Written 23 July 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Chavannes
Chavannes
Zurich, Switzerland3 contributions
Our Perfect Stay at Fearnach Bay House
We stayed at Fearnach Bay House for the forth time already. Being big Scotland fans for more than 25 years and big admirers of the Argyll area, we tried to spot the most lovely and luxurious places all over Scotland. Some years ago, we finally managed to find "our place", literally a place where we "come home" every time when we visit Scotland - Fearnach Bay House. The house is beyond amazing, it's really perfect. All of it. It's very spacious (definitely for the two of us :-) ) lovely furnished with so much love in the detail. Very clean of course and perfectly equipped - in the kitchen, the bathrooms, the living areas, etc. Truly a gem with all luxury one could wish for. I'm always in frequent contact with Rory and Jennie before and after our stays - which I really appreciate. To be taken care of in such a professional and wonderful way, that's how it should be. The evening when we arrived, some gifts, cake and lovely flowers all over within the house gave us a very warm welcome - as always. At no time during our stay (and before, after) we did not feel home and being part of the "Fearnach Bay House" family. We can only recommend Fearnach Bay House and provide the highest praise. We will definitely and anyhow come back next year and are already looking forward to it! Actually I should not praise the place with so much excitement ... to make sure it's not always booked out ... and we'll have our 2019 stay for sure ;-))) Just kidding. If you're visiting Scotland/Argyll and you're looking for a house to stay - this is the place. Perfect. Period. Thanks for everything! All the best wishes, Nik & Tabea
Visited October 2018
Written 26 February 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

nigelwestwell
nigelwestwell
Aberdeen, United Kingdom1 contribution
Perfect
Stunning location, beautifully presented and comfortable. Fearnach Bay is really well equipped and the owners are very helpful and friendly.
Visited September 2017
Written 23 October 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

L M Grant
L M Grant
London, United Kingdom3 contributions
Spacious, comfortable and warm house with wonderful views
This is our second stay at Fearnach Bay House, and it did not disappoint second time around. It is beautifully kept by the owners, and is spacious, warm and extremely comfortable. The kitchen is beautifully equipped and there is plenty of room to dry wet clothes and shoes in the adjoining washroom. In fact it has everything you need after a long scottish walk in the rain or a spell on a boat visiting the nearby islands.
Visited August 2017
Written 6 September 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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What this rental offers
Additional amenities
  • Boat available
Location info
  • Beachfront/Lakeside
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Indoor amenities
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Internet access
  • Cable television
Bathroom and laundry
  • Dryer
  • Iron
  • Linens provided
  • Towels provided
  • Washer
Kitchen and dining
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Cooker
  • Toaster
Things to do
  • Fishing spots available
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Television
Nearby
  • Golf course (within 30 mins drive)
  • Horse riding facilities
  • Tennis court
  • Hiking areas
  • Countryside area
Scenic views
  • Ocean views
Outdoor amenities
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Private yard
  • Terrace

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About the neighbourhood
There is a small rowing boat (March - October) which can be launched from the slipway directly in front of the house ensuring the occupants of Fearnach Bay House a swift and easy departure to catch their next meal from the loch. Lifejackets, fishing rods and tackle are all supplied at no extra charge.In addition to inland sea fishing there is also complementary trout fishing the estate loch and fishing on a further 12 lochs in the vicinity is available on purchase of a permit obtainable at the local Post Office.<The world renowned championship course at Machrihanish is about 1 ½ hrs spectacular drive south to the Mull of Kintyre and there are 2 courses closer to home: the challenging 18 hole course at Oban and the 9 hole course on Seil Isla
Getting around
Once you are here, a car is essential for travelling around the area to see the sights. Castles, islands, whisky distilleries, beaches archaeological monuments, museums and mountains are all within easy reach from Fearnach Bay House. There are regular ferry services to the islands from Oban and there are timetables available on the Calmac Ferries website. Details of smaller boat departures for seal, whale and basking shark watching excursions can be found in our information folder in the house.
Access
Car required
How to get there
We are situated 19 miles south of Oban on the west coast of Argyll, Scotland. We are approximately 2 hours drive from Glasgow airport. There is a railway station in Oban which has 2 services daily to and from Glasgow and 3 during the summer months. Fearnach Bay House is a 30 minute drive south of Oban on the A816.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesTennis court

Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 5 pm Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed

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