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Cowal Accommodation
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The Cowal peninsula nestles between the Firth of Clyde and Loch Fyne. It is easily accessible from Glasgow either for a day trip or longer.
Dunoon is the main town with visitor attractions such as the Castle House Museum and visits by the paddle steamer Waverley.
Just to the north of Dunoon is Benmore Botanic Garden.
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Transport
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A regular train service operates
between Gourock and Glasgow. From Gourock you can get the ferry which plies back and forth to Dunoon on the Cowal Peninsula. You have a choice of Argyll Ferries (passenger only service adjacent to Gourock railway station) or Western Ferries
(operating just south of Gourock at McInroy's Point and just north of Dunoon at Hunter's Quay).
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The Kyles of Bute viewpoint offers scenic views over the straits between Cowal and the isle of Bute.
A 5-minute ferry crossing takes you from Colintraive (Cowal) to Rhubodach near the northern tip of Bute.
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The winding road through the forests of Glendaruel takes you to Tighnabruaich which is one of the most popular and scenic villages in Cowal, with numerous amenities for the many yachts.
Driving further you can reach the Calmac ferry at Portavadie which plies across Loch Fyne to Tarbert on the Kintyre peninsula.
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Cowal Hotel Accommodation
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Archie & Gillian MacLellan
The Creggans Inn
Strachur
Argyll PA27 8BX
Tel: 01369 860279
Email: info@creggans-inn.co.uk
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THE CREGGANS INN
Family-run, friendly, country Inn with award-winning restaurant.
Set on the shores of Loch Fyne, with views across to Inveraray.
Scottish Tourist Board 3 Star Small Hotel.
AA 2 Red Rosettes.
Peaceful rural retreat near the Argyll Forest Park.
Ideal for walking, cycling, wildlife watching, gardens, castles.
Inveraray 21 miles. Dunoon 20 miles. Loch Lomond 22 miles.
80 minutes drive from Glasgow.
Choice of dining at
MacPhunn's Bar & Restaurant with bistro style menu
and the Loch Fyne Dining Room with 5-course table d’hote menu.
Fresh locally sourced produce.
Member of The Seafood Trail.
Choice of 14 individually decorated bedrooms
including a suite with separate sitting room.
All with TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer, tea/coffee.
Free WiFi.
B&B prices from £50 per person (2 sharing).
Special offers on 2-3 night Dinner, B&B breaks
Hogmanay package
Instant online booking.
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Colin and Christine Macpherson
Abbots Brae Hotel
West Bay
Dunoon PA23 7QJ
Tel: +44 (0)1369 705021
Fax: +44 (0)1369 701191
Email: info@abbotsbrae.co.uk
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ABBOTS BRAE HOTEL
Family-run 4 star hotel ideal for romantic get-aways.
Secluded woodland garden setting with views over the Firth of Clyde.
1 mile from Dunoon town centre.
1 hour from Glasgow International Airport.
Ideal for exploring Cowal, Bute and Argyll.
Restaurant with HotelReviewScotland Gold Plate Award, June 2009.
2nd Runner-up in Friendliest Hotel of the Year Award 2009.
5th best hotel in Britain in TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Hotel Awards 2011.
8 spacious bedrooms, each themed around a local place.
All ensuite with toiletries, hospitality tray,
hairdryer, TV, radio, direct-dial telephone.
Choice of double, twin, luxurious 4-poster, king-size.
Wireless broadband Internet access.
Pets welcome.
Special romantic break packages available
with flowers, champagne and chocolates.
Activity breaks can include clay shooting,
quad bike trek, archery or a day's sailing.
Exclusive use can be arranged for family parties,
weddings and special occasions.
B&B from £40 per person (2 sharing).
Dinner, B&B from £68.50 per person (2 sharing).
Discounts for stays of 2 or more nights.
Last minute deals always available.
View all special offers on web site.
Instant online booking.
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Other Cowal Hotels include:
Tighnabruaich Hotel
- Colintraive Hotel
Dunoon: The Argyll Hotel
- Royal Marine Hotel
- Enmore Hotel
Self Catering Accommodation
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Booking Hotline: 0845 268 1383
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Cottages in Cowal & Argyll
Wide choice of self catering properties ranging from 1 to 7 bedrooms.
Cottages, log cabins, apartments, large houses, etc.
Locations include Loch Lomond, Loch Long, Loch Awe, Loch Fyne,
Lochgilphead, Crinan, Dunoon, Mull of Kintyre.
Web site with virtual tours and instant online booking.
Short breaks and late deals often available.
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External Links:
Dunoon & Cowal Marketing Group
The Cowal Way - long distance walking trail from Portavadie to Ardgartan near Arrochar (47 miles)
Black Pearl Charters
- boat trips on the Firth of Clyde
Benmore Botanic Garden
Clyde Cruising Club - Scotland's leading yachting club
Paddle steamer Waverley
The Snug self catering at Dunoon
Click here for Argyll
- Guide to Tarbert & Kintyre
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