Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.3 km
Notes:
Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The Ferry Inn was built in 1896 by the 4th daughter of Queen Victoria, HRH Princess Louise. Princess Louise was married to the Marquis of Lorne who later became Chief of Clan Campbell. The architect of the home, Sir Edwin Lutyens, is one of Scotland's most famous architects. He became the architect for India, designed the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., as well as countless homes and monuments in England and Western Europe.
View from Lower Gardens
Sitting Room
Guest Bedroom
Guest Bathroom
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The Central Scotland/Edinburgh region
The house is about one hour north of Glasgow International. The weather is usually mild due to ocean temperatures. There is always a breeze from seaward. It is in the foothills of the Troschach National Forest. Arrochar, 15 miles away, is where the Vikings landed and provides some of the most interesting and challenging hiking terrain. In the village of Rosneath there are the ruins of a church widely believed to have been established by St. Modan in the 12th century. Inverrary Castle , one hour's drive, is the ancestral home of Clan Campbell and home to Princess Louise while she was married to the Duke of Argyll. Rob Roy's mother was a Campbell and the castle has on display several effects, dirk, belt and writings, that belonged to Rob Roy. Also, there are paintings and a sculpture by Princess Louise at the castle.
Loch Lomond National Park / Arrochar area
Ferry Inn sits at the tip of the Rosneath Penisula jetting out into the Firth of Clyde on Loch Gare. The Inn enjoys 700 metres of private beach. There is fishing off the beach. You can also hire sail boats at the local marina, hike in nearby Arrochar, and pony trekking . There are two bicycles available for use. Sailing, kayack and windsurfing lessons are also available within walking distance.
The property is situation on 1.5 hectres of private gardens and provides unequal views of mountains and sea. The peaceful scenery,as well as the meticulous restoration of this Grade 1 listed property, would provide a welcome retreat to any family or group during summer holiday or Christmas time.
How to get there
Ryan Air from Ireland, Easy Jet from Europe - 45 minutes from Glasgow International - Prestwick 1 hour 30 minutes, Edinburgh 2 hours. Train - London to Glasgow - Glasgow to Helensburgh Central. Ferries from Ireland Stena Lines.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Glasgow International: 50 km
Railway:
Garelochhead: 15 km
Ferry:
Stranraer: 100 km
Activities near Loch Lomond National Park
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation
Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 12, Lounge seating for 20, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Gourmet kitchen with LaCanche Gas Range, dishwasher, two refrigerators, one with icemaker, two freezers, separate laundry room with washer and dryer, cleaning service provided once a week.
There is a balcony which overlooks the Clyde and a private beach.
Further details outdoors: There is hiking and rock climbing in Arrochar which is 15 miles away. Fish off the shores of your own private beach. Take a sailing lesson or rent a sail boat at one of the many marinas nearby. You can also rent a kayac or wind surf on the loch. There are two bicycles available for cycling. There is a bicycle trail that runs along Loch Lomond. You can rent additional bikes there. Helensburgh and Rhu are closeby and have several gourmet restaurants as well as pub dining, coffee shops and entertainment. The train from Helensburgh Central takes you into Glasgow Queen Street Station where your can shop at John Lewis, House of Fraser and many other nice shops and take in a movie or admire the wonderful architecture in the city.
Further details
For golf enthusiasts, Loch Lomond, site of the Scottish Open is less than 20 minutes away. A new championship course next to Loch Lomond, The Carrick, has just opened this season, June 2007; Helensburgh Golf Club was designed by Old Tom Morris and Cardross is a well known local moorland course. Troon, Prestwick and Turnberry are easily accessible in a day and return. St. Andrews, Carmoustie and Muirfield can be played and return same day.
The Carrick Golf Club has just opened an incredible spa and workout room. Ladies pamper yourself for the day with a massage, facial, pedicure, manicure, lunch, etc. while your husbands play golf. Their goal is to be named the number one spa in the UK! Their facials are unbelievable!!! Only 20 minutes away.
Hill House, a Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed home, is located in nearby Helensburgh and the house and gardens are opened daily. Stirling Castle is about an hour's drive, Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace, where the queen stays when she is in Edinburgh for Parliament, is two hours away. Roslyn Chapel, which was made famous by the DaVinci Code, is located just outside of Edinburgh.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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3 January to 31 March
3 Jan 07
31 Mar 07
2100£ 2,100
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April, May,
1 Apr 08
1 Jun 08
2450£ 2,450
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June to October
1 Jun 08
1 Nov 08
3500£ 3,500
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November- 15 Dec
1 Nov 08
16 Dec 08
2450£ 2,450
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15 Dec to 3 Jan
16 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
4000£ 4,000
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Weekly rentals only. 10% discount if booked 120 days in advance. Payment in full at time of booking. Cancellation policy - 30 days advance no penalty. Less than 30 days one night's booking. Less than 7 days, no refund. Preferred payment method check or money order. Visa and MasterCard acceptable.
Special rates for multiple weeks booking. Please enquire.
Guestbook
Robert and Brenda Knopp, Louisville, KY, USA - One of the finest private homes that we have ever had the privilige of staying in. Bart Brown, Cincinnati, OH, USA - What can I say? Spectacular - a wonderful retreat. Kathy and Keith Laws, Pictures do not do the house justice. More beautiful than we expected. Pat and Kathleen Harrington and two boys, Ireland. Lovely visit. We'll take it!!! Matthew Schmidt, Texas and William Hodge, Tennnessee - Spectacular house and loved the nearby hiking. Yuka Shiriashi, Japan, This exceeded by expectations.
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