Duart Tower in Blairmore, Argyll, Scotland is a historic category C listed tower house with stunning Italianate architecture designed by Alexander Thompson. Originally built as a holiday home for the MacLeans of Duart Castle, the house features a later Arts and Crafts style addition and offers breathtaking views of Loch Long. The property has a rich history, with notable past inhabitants including a suffragette and a soldier who played football on Armistice day. The house has been renovated to a high standard, with modern amenities such as smart TVs, Bose sound system, and a well-equipped kitchen with quartz worktops and high-end appliances.
The property boasts a sitting room, dining room, whisky-room/snug, games room, five bedrooms, and two bathrooms. The bedrooms include three double rooms with queen size beds, a bunk bed room for children, and a unique tower room ideal for star gazing. Outside, there is a decked area for alfresco entertaining, an outdoor pizza oven, a small plunge pool (usable only in Summer months and unsupervised children should be supervised), and two large Indian stone patios with dining areas and BBQs. The house features acacia solid wooden floors throughout most rooms, prohibiting the use of heels.
Located in Dunoon, the vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach, offering natural beauty and cultural highlights nearby. Activities such as jet skiing, scuba diving, horse riding, and mountain climbing are available in the area, making it an ideal destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Duart Tower provides a unique and luxurious accommodation experience in a stunning location, perfect for those looking to explore the beauty and history of Scotland's coast.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!