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Kintyre Hotel – Luxury Carradale Guest House
Welcome to “Carradales”, a newly renovated boutique guest house and wedding venue in the beautiful village of Carradale. This Victorian home and manse, has undergone a complete transformation to offer fully licensed, unique high- end rooms with refined décor, delicious breakfasts, and evening meals and is now Kintyre’s Only 5 Star VisitScotland Guest House.
The four guest rooms have been individually designed using a mixture of modern and classic elements to create a relaxing and comfortable space. These features combine with the grand moldings and splendid décor to provide a relaxing atmosphere and easily compatible with social distancing.
Set in a semi-rural and quiet area, and only a short walk from The Glen Bar & Restaurant, “Carradales” is ideally located to explore this stunning part of the Kintyre Peninsula popular with walkers, nature lovers, golfers, whisky enthusiasts, game shooting, water sports enthusiasts and those looking to relax and enjoy the breath-taking and tranquil scenery.
Quite simply, charm and hospitality with character, style, and comfort create a truly homely environment in luxurious surroundings. Maurice & Steve welcome you to their home.
In The Heart Of Kintyre On The West Coast
This area is simply one of the most stunning and beautiful surroundings that you could come across. It is interspersed with numerous forest walks and is of course part of the Kintyre Way. Maurice & Steve were attracted here for its beauty and views across to Arran. If you want to get away from the daily stresses and strains of life then this is the area for you!
This area is a perfect base from which to explore the Kintyre Peninsula and you can also get the nearby ferry to the nearby islands of Arran, Gigha, Jura, and Islay. Renowned for its golf courses, one of which is Carradale Golf Course which is apparently a jewel in the golfing community and another best-kept secret.
There are opportunities for shooting and deer stalking, fishing, walking, wildlife adventures including looking out for golden eagles, red deer. Maurice & Steve have even reported seeing otters in the bay at Grogport along with seals, sea lions, and basking sharks in the harbour. Oyster catchers, red squirrels, and rare white-tailed sea eagles can always be seen.
There are numerous castles nearby like Torrisdale, Saddell, Tarbert, Dunaverty, and Skipness. There are so many beautiful and remote white sandy beaches. The area is brilliant for cycling, kayaking, and pony trekking, and of course don’t forget to pop into Campbeltown to sample the famous Scottish Glen Scotia and Campbeltown whisky at their distilleries.
This is simply a wonderful place to visit and at the end of the day have a whisky or glass of wine and watch the sunset peacefully behind the mountains.
Eat, Drink & Play
You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to eat. Apart from eating at “Carradales”, the immediate region’s seafood and game is appreciated by food lovers around the globe, and there are some well- kept secrets when it comes to serving up delicious locally sourced food.
Whether it’s a simple bowl of fresh langoustines at a seafood shack or fine dining at a loch-side eatery, come to Carradale, the perfect base for an unforgettable culinary experience.
20 minutes away is Campbeltown, Kintyre’s major town which once had 34 distilleries, but today just three and Carradales help to serve up these wonderful single malt whiskies. Guided tours of the Springbank and Glen Scotia Distilleries is a must when visiting Carradales. Campbeltown’s ‘oldest new’ distillery, Mitchell’s Glengyle Distillery, is home of Kilkerran single malt. Carradales is proud to serve a fine selection of these local single malt whiskies.
Explore this stunning and beautiful part of Kintyre which offers unique experiences plus some beautiful easy walking and picnic spot options. Maurice & Steve will let you know where they are. In the Year of Coastal Waters, why not take to the waters in a sea kayak nearby or cycle the land and experience Argyll up close!
Carradale Rooms, relax and sleep well
Spectacular rooms in luxurious surroundings with quite simply stunning views ensure that your stay at Carradales will be one to remember.
Tarbert - Luxury King Size Bedroom
This cosy ground floor room named after Tarbert Castle, offers a wonderful king size bed for a truly comfortable stay. Tarbert benefits from Deer wallpaper by Designers Guild and is the perfect little hideaway to kick back and relax in.
Soothe your mind and body in your spacious Victorian inspired en suite bathroom using toiletries from “Arran Aromatics”. With underfloor heating, double ended Wilmslow bath and a separate walk in Mira shower, you’ll be completely relaxed in no time at all.
Enjoy our complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate selection along with cold filtered water and shortbread.
For those who might have to work during their stay you can do so at your very own desk then unwind after a day of castles, nature and exploration.
Dunaverty - Luxury Super King Size Linx Bedroom
After a day of exploring all that Kintyre has to offer you’ll feel like a laird relaxing in the elegance of this individually designed guest room with wallpaper by Saville Row. Dunaverty, named after Dunaverty Castle is our second largest bedroom and boasts a comfortable super king size linx bed and 300 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets for a sumptuous sleep.
Take a revitalising shower with complimentary toiletries in the ensuite walk in shower room. Just slip on your robe and slippers and you’re ready to enjoy a freshly brewed coffee whilst unwinding in your chair enjoying the open countryside and forest views. What a way to relax in your own little slice of luxury here at “Carradales” in the heart of Kintyre.
Skipness - Luxury King Size Bedroom
This beautiful first floor cosy room, named after Skipness Castle, offers high ceilings and views to the forest.
Individually designed with luxury feature wallpaper by Little Green and a comfy King size bed with gorgeous 300 Thread Count Egyptian sheets.
Pamper yourself in your spacious Victorian inspired en suite bathroom using toiletries from “Arran Aromatics”. With underfloor heating, double ended Wilmslow bath and a separate walk in Mira shower, you’ll be completely relaxed in no time at all, then sit back and enjoy the view of the birds and sometimes squirrels feeding in the garden with a piece of home-made shortbread. Skipness is your blissfully relaxing retreat with a hint of Highland luxury.
Saddell - Luxury Super King Size Linx Bedroom
Named after Saddell Castle, this room is a haven of warmth and style, perfect for a romantic and relaxing stay here in Carradale. The largest of our individually designed bedrooms and wallpaper by William Morris, Saddell offers a truly luxurious linx super king bed and 300 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets for a totally restful sleep. Unwind on your antique chaise lounge.
Soothe your mind and body in your walk in en suite shower using toiletries from “Arran Aromatics”. With under floor heating and a Mira Shower you’ll be completely relaxed in no time at all.
Enjoy a selection of fine teas, coffee and hot chocolate along with shortbread and fresh filtered water right in the comfort of your beautiful room.
Dining
A full Scottish, lighter option or vegetarian breakfast and evening meal can be enjoyed from the warmth of the wood burner in the dining room. Meals are created by Steve who just happens to be a professional Chef.
Social distancing and staggering of mealtimes are currently being practiced.
With this in mind, we are sure that you will still have a wonderful dining experience in stunning surroundings. Steve takes pride in only sourcing the freshest local ingredients in our menu items whenever possible. Locally sourced ingredients ensure we are serving the freshest Scotch and best tasting food possible and also help support local farmers and preserve the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements on booking.
Non- Guest Residents are welcome to dine at Carradales if circumstances permit. Booking is essential.
Carradales is perfect for celebrating that special occasion. In normal circumstances we are able to cater for small groups up to 10 people, however, currently in these unprecedented times social distancing and staggering of meal times are being practised.
Breakfast Menu
Lunchtime Menu
Evening Menu
Provenance from Producer to Plate
Meals will be staggered to observe social distancing. Breakfast will be ordered the night before and evening meal will be ordered in the morning.