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Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
In the picturesque village of Kames, Gate Cottage is a beautifully restored haven with modern flair and Scottish country charm. The open plan living area features a kitchen, dining space, and sitting room with picture perfect windows looking out over the sea. With three bedrooms and an en-suite bathroom in the master bedroom this cottage offers comfort for families or couples.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities and a garden. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a patio and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

544852

About the area

Located in Tighnabruaich, this cottage is on the waterfront. Heritage Centre and Luckenbooth Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kyles of Bute Golf Club and Tighnabruaich Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Bute Museum and Ardencraig Gardens.
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Kames, Tighnabruaich, Argyll & Bute

What's nearby

  • Kyles of Bute Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Loch Lomond and Cowal Way - West - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Rothesay Ferry Terminal - 51 min drive - 48.6 km
  • Rothesay Castle - 51 min drive - 49.0 km

Getting around

  • Dunoon Station - 41 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Kitchen Argyll - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Lodge at Portavadie - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ettrick Bay Tearoom - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Burnside bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Suzy's TeaRoom - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons. located?

This family-friendly Tighnabruaich cottage is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kyles of Bute Golf Club and Heritage Centre. Tighnabruaich Pier is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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Gate Cottage on the shore front, sleeping 6 persons. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views across the Kyles

Gate Cottage is cosy, well appointed and maintained. The location is ideal and the views stunning. We even saw an otter on the shore one evening. Easy walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Good base for exploring

A good cottage with lovely views. Good kitchen with plenty of utensils. Wonderful outside space (although gate not secure for families or dogs). Could do with some repairs being done but still a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable cottage, fantastic views. Excellent location.

Relaxing holiday in a very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Fantastic location with stunning views of the Isle of Bute. Even the weather was good.
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10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Fantastic

A great, well equipped cottage in an amazing community. Would highly recommend the cottage to anyone.
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10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Family getaway

Our stay here was lovely, unfortunately we were staying during Storm Agnes so the weather was dreadful. Beautiful cottage, a little out of the way and a long trip down but if you are looking for peace and quite and a beautiful view of Bute and the Kyle of Bute then this is the place to stay. We found the ferries brilliant very quick and much easier ro come via the ferries than all the way down from Loch Lomond. The cottage has everything and was spotless. Would definitely recommend Gate Cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location

Gate Cottage is in a beautiful part of Scotland and is a comfortable cottage. Disappointing that you can't enter the cottage until 5.30pm, unlike all of the other holiday homes we have stayed in which have been around 3-4pm! No welcome pack either which is very unusual these days!

10/10 Excellent

Karla V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

Gate Cottage is even more lovely than the pictures show - spacious and well decorated, and the setting is very peaceful, with a private side and back yard, and another grassy area across a quiet road that leads down to the rocky beach facing the Isle of Bute. The one thing to be aware of for visitors is that there's only a small (but very well stocked) market and a few restaurants, some only open at weekends, right in Kames, so you'll need to bring in most provisions from a supermarket in Dunoon, about a 45 minute drive away. But the kitchen is well equipped for cooking, and we were very happy to prepare dinner at home after exploring during the day. Overall, a beautiful place that we hope to return to!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

anne m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

gate cottage

stunning location and views.the kitchen was a little awkward as we didnt find anywhere to store dry food.labelling the drawers would have been handy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Just perfect

We had a lovely stay at Gate cottage. Well equipped with everything you need. We just loved it. What a beautiful part of Scotland to stay. We managed to see seals on the water not far from the cottage a and loved watching the small boats sailing near by. Would love to go back
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10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Gate Cottage Sep24

We have stayed in Gate Cottage a few times now & always have a great stay & our latest stay didn’t disappoint! Views are spectacular & we even had some sunshine which made it even better would highly recommend & we will definitely be back

8/10 Good

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gate Cottage Christmas 2022

We stayed at Gate Cottage for Christmas 2022 (22nd - 27 Dec) The Cottage comfortably sleeps 6 and is fully equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer and all the kitchen equipment needed. The cottage is lovely and cosy with a log burner (enough logs for our 5 days stay). The Cottage is in the heart of the beautiful village of Kames, with Kyles of Bute literally on the door step. A wonderful home from home experience with wonderful surrondings on the lovely Argyll and Bute coastline.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Gate Cottage Stay.

We have stayed at Gate Cottage a few time and are never disappointed would highly recommend a stay here

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gate Cottage

A lovely spot to relax and explore the beautiful scenery. A well equipped cottage we will definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

ann b.

Review of Gate Cottage

beautiful location with stunning views .Cottage is comfortable we made the mistake of not getting milk for when we arrived and as the only shop was closed we had to wait until the morning as it is the only cottage we have ever been to with no welcome pack at all. We also left a day early as the neighbouring cottage had workmen cutting down the back garden trees and greenery and using a bonfire to burn some of it for 2 days so all windows and doors had to be kept closed
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10/10 Excellent

Idyllic

We had a fabulous week at Gate Cottage, only negative as such was we had our two big dogs with us and felt the garden wasn’t as secure as we would have liked. Wasn’t a problem, we just kept the dog on a lead when in the garden, other dog just plods around. Gardens are beautiful and as the weather was lovely we spent time sitting on the bench looking over the water to Bute. Cottage is lovely and it was bliss to sit and look out of the big windows. It certainly a place to chill and clear your head. Found everyone friendly who we met and found the village store well stocked with bits you might need. Overall we loved it.
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10/10 Excellent

2nd to 6th of May 2022

Fabulous location, and excellent accommodation. Everyone enjoyed the stay, and we look forward to returning soon.
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8/10 Good

Elaine D.

Wonderful relaxing break

A wonderful relaxing break at Gate Cottage. Lovely sea view and enjoyed the fire in the autumn evening. Loved the kitchen and seating area for relaxing in the morning.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Lovely stylish relaxing house

We had an excellent stay at gate cottage. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. Beautiful views to the Kyles of Bute from the living rooms and relaxing walks right from the door. The Oystercatcher at Otter Ferry is the best local restaurant in an another amazing setting.

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES D., DUNDEE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in a superb cottage

Very well equipped and thought out cottage with the most stunning views. 4 of us stayed here for 4 nights and were very comfortable. Easy to find, perfectly located and with perfect peace and quiet we are all feeling very relaxed after staying here. The information on local amenities was very welcome. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Recent break

A relaxing break in a home from home. Just what was needed in these times. Cottage had everything needed and more. Spotlessly clean. Good quality fittings throughout. Fabulous views from all front windows. Maybe some garden furniture for eating out? Fabulous. Would definitely recommend and return.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Beautiful house in a stunning location

The house is very well equipped with everything you might need during your stay . Beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean . The location is stunning with a small pebble beach just opposite the house and lovely walks from the doorstep. The most perfect place to really get away from it all and just relax … really relax !!

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in a stunning location!

The cottage is well equipped and well presented. Great kitchen and, although we didn’t cook anything too adventurous, we would have had the equipment to do so if we had wanted to, which often isn’t the case in other properties. Stunning views over the water from the open plan living area. Lovely garden, with a little hidden section higher up that would be great for kids to explore. The garden is enclosed but the fence facing the road is fairly wide and not Labrador proof. There are a few dog-friendly pubs and cafes within walking distance if you decide to eat out. Although we didn’t go away to watch tv, having Sky etc came in handy instead of having to plug in a laptop.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Cottage

Gate House is a fabulous cottage, it was absolutely perfect for us. It was clean, well presented and so well equiped. We will definitely be back .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Iain M.

Gate Cottage

Great location right on the Kyles, you could spend all day just drinking the view in from the living/kitchen window. The cottage has been beautifully renovated and is as clean as a whistle with wifi and all your modern conveniences. Great spot for exploring the Cowal peninsula but you can see lots of wildlife on your doorstep including deer in the garden and lots of sea birds on the rocks below the cottage. There are otters as well but alas this week we didn't spot them we will be returning to this lovely cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Fantastic House, Idyllic Location, What a View!

Our family comes to this part of Scotland every year and this is the best house we have stayed in. So much so we are booking it again for next year! As two couples we found the layout of the house really met our needs. The house was well equipped, modern showers, cosy fireplace, Sky TV, Wi-Fi. The best room by far is the kitchen/diner, with two windowed walls looking out directly to the Kyles of Bute, breath taking views every day, we saw plenty of seals in the water and deer on the beach and in the garden. There is a handy cupboard/room off the kitchen with all the glasses in it, plenty of shelving space and an additional fridge, this made for a perfect drinks area. The kitchen then had a further large fridge/freezer which was plenty big enough for 4 adults self catering for two weeks. Couldn't fault the property at all. Looking forward to going back.