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The Lookout |
Campbeltown, Islands, Scotland |
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Nestled on a private island, The Lookout is a former wartime lookout post nestled on a hilltop above the Davaar Island lighthouse enclosure. It enjoys superb long-distance sea views, up Kilbrannan Sound and across to Arran and Ailsa Craig. The island can only be reached on foot at low tide. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Near the Sea / Beachfront |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Sports & activity |
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Bedrooms:
| 1 |
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Guests:
| 2 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Situated on the Mull of Kintyre, Davaar Island is situated to the south east of Campbeltown at the mouth of Campbeltown Loch. Davaar Island forms part of Kildalloig Estate which is an organic working farm, providing acres of unspoilt and remote rugged countryside with stretches of secluded beaches and stunning sea views. The island can only be reached on foot at low tide when the causeway, known locally as “the Dhorlin” is uncovered for 4-6 hours twice daily at low tide. Find out when low tide occurs from BBC Weather. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Set against the rugged beauty of the sea and the wild landscape of the Mull of Kintyre peninsula, The Lookout on Davaar Island provides the perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy all that the estate and surrounding area have to offer. 15 minutes north of Campbeltown is the village of Glenbarr with a wonderful coffee shop and also Glenbarr Abbey – a 18th century Gothic mansion and visitor centre. To the north lies the pretty harbour town of Tarbert. Tarbert Castle, overlooking the bay, dates from the 13th Century. Heading north on the easterly side, there is the pretty village of Carradale. Carradale Bay offers a wide sweeping sandy beach stretching out towards Carradale Point. Ten miles south of Campbeltown lies Southend and the very attractive Dunaverty Bay. There are masses of things to do in the surrounding area from fishing and boat trips, to golf, hiking and horseriding. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| The Mull of Kintyre is one of Scotland’s most secluded spots and the journey to get to Kintyre cottages makes a beautiful trip in itself. There’s regular air service into Campbeltown Airport on Flybe. There is also a Ferry service from Ayrshire and Arran via Caledonia MacBrayne ferry. Alternatively, The Kintyre Express fast rib can whisk you straight into Campbeltown Harbour from Troon or Turnberry in an hour. West Coast Motors provides a bus service from Glasgow. For the more adventurous you can arrange to arrive by seaplane from Loch Lomond, Prestwick or Northern Ireland. |
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Nearest airports:
| Campbeltown 10 miles |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Campbeltown |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Campbeltown |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest restaurant:
| 3 miles |
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Nearest beach:
| 50 metres |
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Nearest shop:
| 3 miles |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Cate Cannon |
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Contact Phone No. |
+ 44 (0) 7979 296 197 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
This cottage is charming with many features retained from its time as a wartime Lookout. On the ground floor there is a cosy kitchen/sitting room with all modern amenities as well as a wood burning stove, providing the perfect setting for a peaceful break or romantic getaway. A comfortable 5ft double bed is also on the ground floor with en-suite shower room and wc. On the 2nd floor there is a wonderful Observatory from which the outstanding views can be enjoyed through the resident telescope and guests can relax in the comfortable seating provided. One of the original features retained is an internal ladder through a hatch joining the sitting room and the observatory upstairs (unsuitable for infirm or children). Electric radiators and full convector heaters, Fridge with freezer compartment, Microwave oven, Plasma TV and DVD player.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / Garden / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Leading off the observatory is a roof terrace which provides a wonderful place to sit on sunny days. Shared grounds of 160 acres for you to explore. Garden with furniture, telescope and BBQ. Shared walled lawns, Parking nearby on mainland – free of charge. For exclusive use of the island you can book all three cottages.
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Further Details |
Kintyre’s main community in the south is Campbeltown which lies 4 miles away from Kintyre Cottages. Once known as Kinlochkilkerran, it was renamed by the Earl of Argyll (a Campbell) during the 17th century, and two centuries later the town enjoyed great prosperity, when shipbuilding and fishing industries were booming, and when over 30 whisky distilleries specialised in the production of Scotland’s famous amber-coloured liquid. There are two distilleries in operation today – Glen Scotia and Springbank, with the latter offering visitor’s tours by appointment. Campbeltown is home to the country’s oldest working cinema, an Art Deco treasure, on Hall Street, and affectionately referred to as The Wee Picture House. The harbour is busy with leisure craft (see Activities section) and is home to a number of fishing boats.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Please bring your own towels, Unsuitable for children or the infirm, Dogs welcome – but not in bedrooms & please keep on leads near sheep. Natural spring water supply. Shops 4 miles (basic emergency provisions available from caretaker). Sea-fishing & boat mooring free of charge. Duvets with linen included and beds made up for your arrival, Wood burning stove – initial fuel included, thereafter at cost. Cot & high-chair (on request). For exclusive use of the island you can book all three cottages.
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Other Information |
Ideal for honeymoons / Other rental properties on site / Pet Friendly
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