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Barnlongart House
Ormsary, Lochgilphead, Argyll
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The historic county of Argyll is renowned for its beauty and Ormsary, on its western coast, has a quiet charm and allure all its own with its unspoilt landscape of woods and moorland, tumbling streams and clear lochs, rugged hills and sandy beaches. Set in a National Scenic Area, washed by the Gulf Stream, it enjoys a mild climate. Argyll is rich in archaeological sites, ancient chapels, historic towns, castles and Celtic antiquities. Ormsary is the perfect centre from which to explore them all including the many prehistoric monuments of Kilmartin and the grandeur of Castle Sween.
There are great forest walks within easy reach - with Ormsary, Torinturk, Loch Awe, Tarbert and Skipness being amongst the best. Ormsary Estate has over 30km of good hill roads suitable for walking, with areas designated as suitable for mountain biking. The sandy bay offers safe bathing, canoeing, windsurfing and sea fishing. Ormsary is also the perfect location from which to visit the famous gardens of Arduaine and Crarae.
If you would like to explore further a field there are ferries to the nearby islands of Islay, Jura, Mull, Gigha and Arran which are easily accessible. Other activities nearby include horse riding, golf, boating, cycling, hill walking, ferry tours and cruises. Wildlife adventures at Sea.fari and the Oban Wildlife Centre. Fascinating days out include the Cruachan Power Station built within Ben Cruachan Mountain, Oban Rare Breeds Park and Inveraray Jail.
There are seafood and music festivals held in Tarbert each year as well as one of the most prestigious yachting events, The Scottish Series, held each May. Also, classical concerts are held at Crear near Kilberry throughout the summer months. You will be spoilt for choice!
- Sleeps - 11 / 12
- Bedrooms - 6 (1 kingsize, 1 double, 3 twin, 1 single + pull out bed)
- Bathrooms - 7 (4 en-suite and 1 full disabled shower room and toilet)
- Free to view satellite TV/DVD/Stereo
- Dishwasher
- Two electric cookers
- Washing machine and tumble drier
- Fridge and freezer
- Log fire (logs provided)
- Cot and high chair available
- Disabled access
- Large garden with sitting area and garden furniture
- Pets welcome - max 2
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- Lochgilphead – 14 miles, Tarbert – 20 miles
- Glasgow airport - approx 110 miles
- Stations - Glasgow approx 110 miles, Oban approx 50 miles
- Restaurants- Kilberry Inn – approx 9 miles (awarded a Michelin ‘Bib Gourmand’)
- Safe walking and cycling paths on site
- Lochgilphead Golf Club c14 miles, Tarbert Golf Club c20 miles
- Ormsary Community Centre – indoor activities – including badminton, table tennis and indoor football
- A small Pitch and Putt course – 1 mile
- Indoor Swimming baths – Lochgilphead approx 14 miles
- Argyll Trail Horse Riding Centre at Brentfield approx 10 miles
- Sea.Fari Adventures at Oban – approx 50 miles
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There are also good restaurants and pubs throughout the district with many specialising in the local seafood and locally produced fare.
The estate boasts 20 miles of excellent footpaths and 5 miles of mountain bike track. There are wonderful opportunities for bird watching and observing wild life in its natural habitat.
Accommodation:
The single storey house is spacious and extremely comfortable. It is ideally suited for large family groups
of mixed ages as it can accommodate eleven or twelve people in
one kingsize bedroom, one double bedroom, three twin bedded rooms and one single room (with additional extra pull out bed).
There are four bathrooms en-suite (one with shower cabinet and bath), two other bathrooms, a cloakroom with toilet, and a full disabled shower room with toilet and basin for wheelchair use.
There is an attractive and spacious sitting room with a big open fire, a separate large dining room, large kitchen and laundry room with ample washing
together provide plenty of room to cater for large groups. The house also has electric radiators
and drying facilities. Two free standing cookers
(no additional charge), parking for up to 6 cars, a large garden with sitting area and garden furniture and easy walking access.
What's included:
Prices include heating, electricity and logs for the fire. Bed linen and towels are provided but not linen for the cot.
Ormsary’s famous meat can be ordered in advance ready for your arrival or purchased via the Estate Office during your stay, together with milk if required. Telephone line can be provided by prior arrangement as mobile phone coverage is poor in the area.
Deer stalking and walked up days may be available by prior arrangement during the appropriate season.
Directions:
Barnlongart is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes drive from Glasgow on the A83.
Follow the road through Inveraray to Lochgilphead and on towards Tarbert and Campbeltown.
Approximately 2 miles from the Canal Bridge in Ardrishaig, take the turning right on to the B8024 sign posted Kilberry. This is a single track road with passing places. Follow this road for about 6 miles and Barnlongart is on the left.
Ormsary can also be reached via Oban to the north following the A816 to Lochgilphead and then on towards Tarbert till you find the sign post for the
B8024 sign posted Kilberry as above.
Cost and availability.
This large holiday house is rented out year round. Change over day is Saturday, arrival time not before 4.00 pm and departure time by 10am.
Short breaks are available.
Prices
To book this large self-catering holiday house in Scotland for up to 12, click the enquiry
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below and see availability and rental prices.
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Barnlongart House, Ormsary, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8NZ
Scotland, UK
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