Creative experiences at Studio on the Shore.
A cosy and stylish one bedroom studio apartment set on the waterfront in the picturesque village of Innellan, Cowal Peninsula, West Coast Scotland.
The studio apartment is designed to be used as an art studio to simply take some time out to relax and let Scotland's scenery inspire you. Come and paint, draw, write, compose or whatever your thing is!
If you are not an artist, you are very welcome to stay and enjoy this inviting retreat and wonderful location. You never know, you may discover your creative talents.
The Studio on the Shore features a comfortable living space with sea views, which can also be used as a working artist studio.
The kitchen is equipped with an electric cooker and induction hob, microwave and fridge freezer. The region has an abundance of local produce on its doorstep to encourage guests to sample and be creative in the kitchen.
For the convenience of longer stays the apartment features a washer dryer.
Featuring a double bedroom for 1-2 guests with sea views and a shower room with underfloor heating.
The studio is newly renovated to a high standard and tastefully furnished.
Studio on the Shore is dog-friendly and one well-behaved dog is very welcome. Food bowl, water bowl and dog blanket will be provided.
There’s a little outside seating area with table and chairs in the backyard.
You’ll find some basic art equipment such as a folding easel, table easel, painting board for A3 paper, cutting mat, water container, palette, masking tape.
The apartment has superfast Wi-fi.
Bed linen and towels are provided, including hand soap and body wash.
Note: there is no TV but the Wi-fi is good for streaming on your own devices.
Guest access: There is a small patio at the rear of the property featuring an outdoor table and chairs.
Other things to note: If you travel from abroad you may want to order art and craft supplies from a UK supplier beforehand. The owner will make sure your supplies are at the studio when you arrive. The Owner will co-ordinate with you direct.
You may also want to pre-arrange a workshop with one of the artists and makers in Innellan or elsewhere on the Cowal Peninsula when you plan your trip. The owner will be happy to put you in touch with a local potter, poet, jewellery maker, painter or textile artist.
Guests have access to the esplanade and shoreline where you can explore and enjoy the coastal views. Ideal for long walks and watching the ever-changing sea views and boats passing by. You may even catch glimpses of local wildlife.
You will find a welcoming pub and restaurant 50 yards from the apartment and a local shop nearby. The township of Dunoon is only a 10 minute drive offering a selection of coffee shops, craft shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants.
Visit local attractions including the Benmore Botanic Gardens, Argyll Forest Park, and historic Kilmun. Explore further afield to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Argyll's Secret Coast, take the ferry to the Isle of Bute to visit Mount Stuart, or visit historic Inveraray. It's also an easy day trip to Oban, one of the seafood capitals of Scotland.
Car Parking: Free street car parking is available at the front of the apartment.
Pets: Your well behaved dog is welcome, £20 per pet, per stay, maximum 1.
Access: The ground floor studio apartment is accessed by the front and back door.
Safety Features: Smoke alarm, Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, Fire blanket.
Cleanliness & Disinfecting: Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Covid, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays.
