[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland Vacation home in Dunoon with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21616800/21616786/af8f4df0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21616800/21616786/cc2b23c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21616800/21616786/270-41c12cdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21616800/21616786/815e226e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21616800/21616786/d60926b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque Benmore Valley, Eckford House offers a warm welcome with its traditional character and modern comforts. Explore the ten-acre garden, unwind in the jacuzzi-style hot tub or cozy up by one of three wood burning stoves. With a spacious living room and solid oak kitchen, this country house is perfect for family gatherings. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland Eckford House is a traditionally renovated country house with panoramic veiws of the Benmore Vally. Originally owned by the Younger family in the 1800's. The house was initially lived in by the factor of the Benmore Estate and encompasses a wealth of botanical history, consisting of vast charted collections of seedlings from around the globe. (Douglas Firs, Giant Conifers, rare species of Rhododendron, Magnolia and Azaleas.) The garden has ten acres of exquisite exploring. Recently renovated to very high standard while keeping traditional character of the building, with underfloor heating throughout. Eckford House has wood burning stoves with marble and wooden fireplaces creating a homely a warm ambience. Large living room, with dining space to accommodate 10 people 50" smart T.V, Bluetooth music system. A solid oak kitchen with a Belfast sink, electric range cooker, large kitchen table ideal for family get-togethers. Master bedroom consists of a luxurious super king sized bed with jack and jill ensuite, luxury shower with body jets and large shower head. 2nd bedroom, kingsized bed with jack and jill ensuite. 3rd bedroom double bed, additional sleeping space on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch this room also has own ensuite bathroom. There is additional sleep space in the large living room on a double high quality and comfortable pull out couch. With over 4 hectares of ground to explore, the gardens consist of a large rare charted collection of rhododendron, azaleas, Douglas firs, magnolia trees and more. The garden also has magnificent waterfall features and trails throughout the garden. A relaxing jacuzzi style hot tub with stunning multicolour LED lighting and bluetooth music system, situated in a log cabin decorated in warm fairy lights, this is situated next to the house perfect for unwinding after a fun-filled and busy day. Benmore has lots to offer including Benmore botanical gardens, pucks glen and more spectacular scenery between the mountains and lochs. Dunoon its self is a seaside town filled with quirky shops, cafe's bars and restaurants. We aim to give our guests as much privacy as possible, we are available if required. You may see us dealing with our livestock occasionally. Please note, additional guests brought to Eckford House either planning to enter property has been accounted and paid for. Any events intended to be held at Eckford House need prior approval. We no longer accept dogs. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking in Property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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: 1,615 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39690000/39682300/39682263/c3fa59ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage with own Beach and Stunning Views Across The Clyde Toward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 126 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=39682263&PinnedHotelID=39682263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34396800/34396732/3c1216cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delightful 3 Bed home overlooking River Echaig and Holy Loch, KIlmun, Dunoon. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: Ideal property for family gatherings Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 Eckford House Benmore Dunoon Eckford House Dunoon Eckford Benmore Dunoon Eckford House Benmore Dunoon Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon Dunoon Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon Private vacation home Dunoon Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon Private vacation home Eckford House Benmore Dunoon Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland Dunoon Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.02683%2C-4.97896&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vl_-vJhnbRVLfEOCpEYMjCfh6n8=) Benmore, Scotland #### What's nearby - Benmore Botanic Garden - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Holy Loch Marina - 12 min drive - 8.3 km - Dunoon Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 12.6 km - The Queens Hall - 13 min drive - 12.6 km - Loch Long - 22 min drive - 19.2 km #### Getting around - Dunoon Station - 15 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sheila's Diner - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Ardentinny - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Blairmore - ‬11 min drive - ‪Swallow Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪Three In One - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Eckford House Benmore, Dunoon, Scotland located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Benmore Botanic Garden, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Puck's Glenn and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Holy Loch Marina and Blairmore and Strone Golf Glub are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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