Peaceful Island Cottage

Oban, Argyll

Located in Oban, Scotland, this charming croft on Easdale Island offers a peaceful retreat for up to 4 guests. Built in the 1800s to reflect the island's slate-quarrying heritage, the cottage features two double bedrooms, a family bathroom, a modern kitchen, and a cozy living room with a large log burner stove. The stove heats the entire house, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests can enjoy stunning sea views from the spacious back garden and patio, as well as birdwatching in the front garden overlooking the island and mainland.

One of the highlights of this cottage is its proximity to old slate mine quarry pools, providing breathtaking walks and scenic views. Easdale Cottage is conveniently located 16 miles from Oban, known as the "Gateway to the Isles." Guests can dine at local restaurants like Tigh an Truish and the Oyster Bar & Restaurant in Seil, which offer delicious pub meals and Scottish ales. Access to Easdale Island is by a short ferry ride followed by a scenic walk to the cottage, with a wheelbarrow provided for luggage transport.

Easdale Island is the smallest permanently inhabited inner-Hebridean island, once at the center of Scotland's slate mining industry. Visitors can explore the award-winning Easdale Island Folk Museum, which showcases the island's history and hosts the annual Stone Skimming Championships. The island can only be accessed by foot, as vehicles are not permitted, adding to its unique charm and tranquility. Guests can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing stay at Easdale Cottage, surrounded by natural beauty and local attractions in the scenic region of Argyll, Scotland.

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