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# Bracken Lodge

Vacation home in Taynuilt with kitchen and fireplace

## Photo gallery for Bracken Lodge

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Bracken Lodge provides everything you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms592 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- 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.

### Bracken Lodge

Welcome to Bracken Cottage – your forest escape on the shores of Loch Awe. Book direct and save 5%.  
  
Set in Dalavich Forest Park, Bracken is a warm and inviting two-bedroom timber cabin designed for slowing down, recharging, and reconnecting. Step out onto the private deck and listen to the trees swaying above, take a woodland walk to the loch, or simply curl up by the fire with a board game.  
  
This cosy retreat is perfect for:  
  
🧘 Wellbeing escapes – forest bathing, yoga by the window, quiet mornings.  
  
👨‍👩‍👧 Family getaways – muddy boots, nature adventures, evenings by the firepit.  
  
🐾 Dog-friendly holidays – your four-legged companion is always welcome.  
  
Whether you’re planning a weekend reset or a longer stay, Bracken Cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort and wilderness.  
  
🔑 House Rules  
  
 Check-in from 4:00 pm / Check-out by 10:00 am  
  
 No smoking inside the cabin  
  
 Respect the peace of the forest community  
  
 Dogs not allowed on beds or sofas  
  
 Fires only in designated firepit  
  
💬 Guest Access  
  
Guests have the entire cabin to themselves, plus shared use of the community facilities in Dalavich (small shop, café, laundry, boat launch, and activity hub).  
  
📍 Neighbourhood Description  
  
Dalavich is a peaceful forest village on Loch Awe, surrounded by walking and biking trails, rich wildlife, and one of Scotland’s most beautiful lochs. It’s the perfect base for those seeking tranquillity, wellbeing escapes, and family adventures in nature.  
  
The cabin is situated on the edge of the ancient oak woodland amongst a variety of other cabins. Within walking distance is a community owned pub and a small cafe with a shop.  
  
Taynuilt, Kilchrenan and Oban are within driving distance for shops, dining, and exploring more of Argyll.  
  
🛎 Guest Interaction  
  
We’re always available by message or phone if you need us during your stay. A local caretaker is nearby for any on-the-ground support.  
  
🧾 Policies   
  
 Cancellation: Full refund up to 30 days before arrival. 50% refund up to 14 days. No refund after.  
  
 Dog fee: £25 per stay (covers additional cleaning).

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Safety features

- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

### General

- Unit size: 592 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Wash used dishes and put away.

Place rubbish and recycling in the bins at the entrance to the park.

Return keys to the lock box.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

### 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is no 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

### Property is also known as

780957

## About the area

Taynuilt is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Awe and Loch a' Choire, while Auchindrain Highland Farm Township and Inveraray Jail are cultural highlights. Loch Visions and Argyll Adventure are also worth visiting. [Visit our Taynuilt travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Taynuilt.dx182828)

[View more Vacation homes in Taynuilt](https://www.expedia.ca/Taynuilt-Private-Vacation-Homes.d182828-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Dalavich, Argyll and Bute

### What's nearby

- ![Just sometimes, the weather in Scotland is beautiful!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092979/fcb3ae80-6255-4cf0-8387-7db34b80fca8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Loch Awe  
2 min walk \- 0.2 km
- ![Found a treasure here](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9144/9c570cbb-0900-4197-8bdc-48986f665519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Oban Distillery  
46 min drive \- 52.9 km
- ![A view of the port and ferry terminal at Oban, Scotland on a summers day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558012031/f12cdf8e-2411-4558-93e9-615f2bcff4d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Oban Ferry Terminal  
47 min drive \- 50.2 km
- ![Sunny afternoon looking across Ganavan Bay with the Isle of Mull in the distance. Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166439/7631fe90-5c26-4641-b891-743763109e10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Ganavan Sands  
51 min drive \- 55.8 km
- Kilmartin Glen  
40 min drive \- 29.4 km

### Getting around

- Oban Connel Ferry Station  
27 min drive
- Glasgow International Airport (GLA)  
160 min drive

### Restaurants

- Loch View Bar  
3 min walk
- Wild Rowan Cafe  
7 min walk
- Argyll Arms Hotel
- Dalavich Social Club  
4 min walk

## Frequently asked questions

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### How much does it cost to stay at Bracken Lodge?

### How much is parking?

### What time is check-in at Bracken Lodge?

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