Guests say
Siskin Lodge offers a peaceful and secluded retreat with stunning views and abundant wildlife, making it ideal for nature lovers and those seeking tranquillity. Guests appreciated the well-equipped lodge, spacious interiors, and beautiful surroundings, with easy access to local walks and boat trips. While most found the property clean and comfortable, a few noted minor maintenance issues and challenges with midges. The location is somewhat isolated, which adds to its charm but means amenities are not close by. Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and many expressed a desire to return.
Most guests found the lodge clean and tidy, though one review mentioned condensation in the windows and crooked blinds. No major cleanliness concerns were raised.
The location was widely praised for its beauty, tranquillity, and stunning views. Its seclusion was a highlight for many, though some noted the lack of nearby restaurants.
Guests generally found the lodge cosy and spacious, but one review mentioned issues with window closures and midges entering, which affected comfort during their stay.
The lodge was described as well-equipped, with amenities such as a washer and dryer. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, and one guest suggested a vacuum would be useful.
There were no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Imagine your own private woodland cabin surrounded by wildflowers - set in the heart of historic Mid-Argyll, Siskin Lodge is the perfect couple’s retreat, tucked away in a secluded woodland glade, with spectacular sea views over the tree-tops.. 4 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, Gas Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Gas central heating, bed linen and towels included. Electricity by meter reading. Cot (£6 pw) available on request.. Decking with patio, sitting-out area and garden furniture. BBQ. Grounds (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds. This property has a natural water supply via spring.. This freshly converted cabin has been made from a luxury caravan with full double glazing and central heating and a gas fire. It has a special secluded situation in a wooded hill, surrounded by moss covered rocks and a seasonal array of wildflowers, while still having an extensive view over the sea and islands of the Firth of Forth and Sound of Jura. Siskin has a ranch style living/dining/kitchen area with TV and two sofas. There is one generous double or twin bedroom and a good sized bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and toilet as well as a separate toilet compartment. There is a large store with vacuum, iron and board and adjacent to the front door a laundry with washing machine, tumble dryer and a small sink. It is a good place for wet clothes too. There is a large timber deck with outside furniture and a BBQ.
Siskin is situated about half a mile from Lunga House and the Estate Office along a fairly level and easily driven private track. There is a gate into the wood just before the cabin, but this is only closed for the occasional movement of farm animals. The track continues for nearly a mile but serves only one ancient farmhouse but from then on, there is only wild and beautiful coast and countryside for miles. Find hill forts and rock carvings and a long walk to a chain of hill lochs where fishing for brown and Loch Leven trout can be found. There are two other cabins in the wood, neither visible and only occasionally occupied.
The local area is mostly grazing for horses which makes good walking for folk with dogs Parking for at least two cars is available beside the cabin and more visitor parking can be found at the entrance gate where a small level patch of grass can be mown on request for a tent for children. You can book riding at the nearby stables and enjoy the most wonderful boat trips to the Inner Isles from Craobh Haven close-by, they really should not be missed!
There are busy yachting pubs at Craobh Haven and Ardfern which serve excellent food but require booking, especially at week-ends. It is only 4 miles to the famous Arduaine Gardens and adjacent hotel, and the area has a host of historic attractions and several good restaurants. The exceptional number of side roads and little villages to explore, the museum at Kilmartin ,ruined castles, the Crinan Canal all make opportunities for adventure. Oban, half an hour away has all the shopping anyone could want as well as local seafood and ferries to the Isles. Beach 1 mile. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Siskin Lodge (ref UK39664) can be booked together with Catkin Lodge (ref UK39646) and Teasel Lodge (ref UK39647) to accommodate up to 14 guests.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
We received a free upgrade and stayed in the Silvan lodge. This had a lovely wrap around decking with amazing views over the water. We could also watch the horses coming up the field to get fed every day. Which our dogs loved. The estate itself is very large and there are a lot of lovely walks from the doorstep. The lodge had everything we needed for our stay. It is a good base for Oban and the surrounding areas.
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Sabine Wood
It's a lovely little cabin in the woods. Everything we needed was there and the views were just stunning. We will definitely be back.
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Josephine
Beautifully equipped lodge for two with the most wonderful views from every room and the veranda. Everything we needed was there, including a washer machine and tumble dryer. Its a little isolated, which we loved but it means there are no restaurants near by. We did a boat trip from Craobh Marina ( a mile from the Lodge) and saw swa eagles, seals and dolphins.