[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family Cottage by the Crinan Canal, handy for whisky, golf and standing stones. Vacation home in Lochgilphead ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118702800/118702724/ff87ddf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118702800/118702724/6800f936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118702800/118702724/f6e0c771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118702800/118702724/11e5c379.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118702800/118702724/271d2a4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Family Cottage by the Crinan Canal, handy for whisky, golf and standing stones. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Washer ## 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. ### Family Cottage by the Crinan Canal, handy for whisky, golf and standing stones. Hi, welcome to Linnet Cottage, which has been my family retreat for almost 30 years now. The cottage sits on the West Bank of the Crinan Canal, which has been described as "Britain's most scenic shortcut". The canal runs for nine miles across Kintyre, allowing boats (primarily yachts these days, and not the inland vessels that used to deliver coal, fresh food and the odd piano) and sitting in the porch watching yachts come through Lock 4 is one of my favourite pass times. Kilmartin Glen, one of the UK's richest neolithic sites,, is a 5 minute drive away, The local museum has just reopened after a fantastic update, though I'm pleased to say that the tearoom has survived intact. With the opening of a 4th distillery in Campbeltown, Kintyre has recently won back its status as a Whisky Region. I love the freshness of the Campbeltown malts, with their hints of salt and pepper, and no peat at all. The drive down to Campbeltown takes you along the West coast of Kintyre, with great views of Islay and Jura, and the fantastic miles-long beach at Macrahanish. For golfers, there are 9 hole courses at Inverary, Lochgilphead, Carradale and Tarbert. There are three 18 hole courses around Macrahanish, with its famous first hole, where you need to clear the Atlantic (and the beach is in play). I like Dunaverty, with views out to Northern Ireland, and turf so springing it's like walking on air. From Tarbert (20 minutes away) you can take the small ferry to the marina at Portavadie and on into Cowal, This is one of the Five Ferries making up a great circular drive or ride from Scotland's West coast, taking in Arran, Bute, Cowal and Kintyre. Ferries to Islay and Arran are 15 minutes beyond that. For food in Ardishaig, the Grey Gull hotel is five minutes walk away, and the Rumbling Tum does great breakfasts and lunch. Naturally, there's great seafood at Crinan, Tarbert and Skipness. I could go on for pages, and I haven't mentioned the walking and cycling around the cottage - the most obvious is the perfectly flat canal path, whether you want to stroll a few hundred yards to the Ardrishaig Basin, and the locks to Loch Gill, or do the nine miles to the other end of the canal (I recommend the sea food stew at the Crinan Hotel's bar). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Food and drink - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35850000/35844400/35844338/532d5f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pier Cottage at Kames - a cosy studio cottage Kames - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 62 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=35844338&PinnedHotelID=35844338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95370000/95366900/95366818/b28383b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW SUMMER 2023 - Cairnbaan, an inviting cottage, canal views, pet friendly Lochgilphead - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=95366818&PinnedHotelID=95366818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36810000/36806200/36806131/ed0cf685.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy cottage with direct view of Loch Fyne Inveraray - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=36806131&PinnedHotelID=36806131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78640000/78632100/78632100/0893a367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coorie Doon, picturesque setting on Crinan Canal Cairnbaan, Lochgilphead - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=78632100&PinnedHotelID=78632100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92170000/92161500/92161434/e8ed0875.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tayvallich a secret corner of Argyll, beautifully located Chalet. . 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Lochgilphead is home to this vacation home. Studio Barn Argyll and Luckenbooth Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tarbert Harbour and Tarbert Golf Club. 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Studio Barn Argyll is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family Cottage by the Crinan Canal, handy for whisky, golf and standing stones. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was lovely and well presented and in one of the most beautiful places in the UK. The host was very helpful with all my inquiries and was clear and straight to the point on check in and check out. Everything you could possibly need to use while staying here is in this house. I will be looking to rent this place again in the future. ##### Joe Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025