{"id":87769,"date":"2026-03-27T02:26:13","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxurycottages.com\/property\/oban-bay-house\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T02:26:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:26:13","slug":"oban-bay-house","status":"publish","type":"property","link":"https:\/\/luxurycottages.com\/property\/oban-bay-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Oban Bay House"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>At a glance<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Breathtaking views over Oban Bay toward the islands of Lismore, Kerrera and Mull<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy a wild trip to the Corryvrecken whirlpool or a tour of one of Scotland&rsquo;s oldest distilleries<\/li>\n<li>Explore the islands and highlands around the West Coast of Scotland and learn about the fascinating role Oban played during WWII<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>About the property<\/h3>\n<p>Built in the 1930s and designed with an elegant Art Deco style throughout, Oban Bay House is the ideal base for a multigenerational holiday. The house is brimming with luxurious details and views that span from the Isle of Kerrera, to Ben Cruachan and across to Dunollie Castle, so you&rsquo;ll be spoilt for choice. There is also ample space to relax and socialise, with two living rooms, a large kitchen\/dining room and a games room. Should you wish to explore the area, Oban offers a great selection of activities for all ages, from boat trips to whisky tasting at the local distillery.<\/p>\n<h3>The space<\/h3>\n<p>Upon entering the house, you will be greeted by a grand entrance hall that paves the way to an abundance of comfortable and sociable living spaces.<\/p>\n<p>The drawing room is a wonderful place to gather in front of the cosy open fire, while French doors open out onto the deck so you can admire the mesmerising views over Kerrera to Mull. For a less formal affair, the TV room is the perfect place to snuggle up, relax and watch your favourite movie after a day of exploring.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, the kitchen and dining room is the focal point of the house for socialising and entertaining. The kitchen is divided into two areas, one for the designated chefs to cook delicious feasts, and another for preparing breakfast, coffee and pre-dinner cocktails. Across both, you will have access to a Range cooker, three full-size fridges and a full-size freezer, two dishwashers, three microwaves, a hot water tap, Nespresso coffee machines and Dualit toasters. When you&rsquo;re ready to wine and dine, there is a bespoke dining table with seating for up to 14 guests, a TV and views overlooking Oban Bay. The utility room houses a washing machine, tumble dryer and drying racks.<\/p>\n<p>The ground floor also has the first of seven bedrooms. This bright and cosy room is complete with a zip-and-link super-king-size bed and a dedicated shower room across the hall.<\/p>\n<p>On the first floor, there are five more zip-and-link super-king-size bedrooms that have all been decorated in their own unique style. Four bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom, shower room or both, while the fifth bedroom has access to the adjoining bathroom with a shower and a free-standing bath.<\/p>\n<p>The games hall is also located on the first floor with armchairs, a pool table, a Smart TV and a selection of classic board games and toys. It&rsquo;s the perfect place for younger guests to relax and enjoy their own space.<\/p>\n<p>On the second floor, there is a master suite with breathtaking views towards Lismore and Mull, a super-king-size bed and an en-suite with a shower and a free-standing bath.<\/p>\n<p>Outside, you will have access to a stunning wraparound garden, lined with vibrant borders of rhododendrons which add a magnificent display of colour in spring. Every angle of the house provides a different view, whether that&rsquo;s towards the Isle of Kerrera, Ben Cruachan or across to Dunollie Castle on the mainland, so there is ample seating scattered around the outdoor space so you can admire your favourite view in comfort. When the sun sets and the sky fills with stars, head over to the firepit to warm up and toast marshmallows together.<\/p>\n<p>If you wish to shelter from the cold, work remotely or enjoy a spot of yoga, the cosy bothy is the ideal space to do just that.<\/p>\n<h3>Bedroom configurations <\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ground Floor <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bedroom 1: Super-king-size bed with dedicated bathroom across the hall (can be made up as a twin room, please contact us at the time of booking to make this request). \n <\/p>\n<p><strong>First Floor <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bedroom 2: Super-king-size bed with en-suite bathroom<br \/>\nBedroom 3: Super-king-size bed with en-suite bathroom<br \/>\nBedroom 4: Super-king-size bed with en-suite bathroom<br \/>\nBedroom 5: Super-king-size bed with access to adjoining bathroom<br \/>\nBedroom 6: Super-king-size bed with en-suite shower room<br \/>\nAll bedrooms can be made up as a twin room, please contact us at the time of booking to make this request<\/p>\n<p><strong>Second Floor <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bedroom 7: Super-king-size bed with en-suite bathroom <\/p>\n<h3>Guest access<\/h3>\n<p>There is a lock box which you can access on arrival.<\/p>\n<h3>Sustainability<\/h3>\n<p>We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays.<\/p>\n<h3>Keep in mind<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Check-in: <\/strong>from 16:00<br \/>\n<strong>Check-out: <\/strong>by 10:00<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deposit: <\/strong>Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 70 days before the date of travel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accidental Damage Deposit: <\/strong>To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of &pound;500 prior to their stay. An advance payment as detailed in the booking summary can be made to waive this requirement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Short Term Let Licence Registration Number:<\/strong> AR00645F<\/p>\n<h3>House rules<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>There is a designated sheltered area outside the house with seating and disposal facilities for smoking.<\/li>\n<li>Please keep noise to a minimum<\/li>\n<li>Up to 2 dogs are permitted &#8211; fee displayed in your booking summary<\/li>\n<li>Dogs must be kept on the ground floor<\/li>\n<li>Children of all ages are welcome<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At a glance Breathtaking views over Oban Bay toward the islands of Lismore, Kerrera and Mull Enjoy a wild trip to the Corryvrecken whirlpool or a tour of one of Scotland&rsquo;s oldest distilleries Explore the islands and highlands around the West Coast of Scotland and learn about the fascinating role Oban played during WWII About 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