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Argyll and Bute covers a large part of Scotland’s west coast, with sea lochs, islands, fishing towns and sandy beaches spread across the region. Oban is one of the main centres and a departure point for ferries to the islands, while Kintyre, Cowal and Bute each offer very different stretches of coastline. You can visit beaches on Mull, explore historic sites around Kilmartin and Inveraray or follow long-distance walking routes through the region. The choice ranges from busy harbour towns to small island communities and remote bays.

Featured Cottages in Argyll and Bute

Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Creags
Sleeps 2
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £433 per week
Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Tayvallich Holiday Retreat
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £534 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Glencruitten Holiday Retreat
No Pets
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Parking
From £834 per week
Colintraive, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Spacious Holiday Haven
Sleeps 14
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No Pets
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Large Group
From £3,144 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Fladda
Sleeps 2
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No Pets
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Parking
From £418 per week
Appin, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Lurach House
Sleeps 4
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No Pets
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Parking
From £860 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Grebe Cottage
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Enclosed Garden
From £399 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Bathach Beag
Sleeps 2
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No Pets
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Parking
From £392 per week
Kilfinan, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Fantastic Family Cottage
Sleeps 8
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Pet Friendly
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Large Group
From £802 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
WildLuing
Sleeps 16
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Pet Friendly
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Large Group
From £6,812 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Insh
Sleeps 2
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £418 per week
Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Glencruitten Property
No Pets
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Parking
From £951 per week

Sea View Cottages on the Argyll and Bute Coast

Few regions give you as much variety in where to stay by the water. Coastal cottages in Argyll and Bute can be found on the mainland and islands, with some properties overlooking the sea or one of the area’s many sea lochs.

You can choose between accommodation in coastal communities and cottages in more rural settings. For an even wider choice around Scotland, browse our Scotland cottages by the sea.

 

Islands, Beaches and Coastal Towns

The islands add another dimension to this part of Scotland. Mull has beaches including Calgary Bay and Erraid Sands, while Tiree is known for beaches such as Gott Bay and Traigh Mhor.

On Bute, Rothesay is the main town and ferry port. Head around the island and you can visit Ettrick Bay, Scalpsie Bay and Kilchattan Bay. Ettrick Bay has around a mile of sand, while Scalpsie Bay is known for the seals that can often be seen from the shore.

Back on the mainland, Dunoon provides a base for exploring the Cowal Peninsula, while Campbeltown is the main town on Kintyre. This variety means you can choose between staying near a town or harbour and heading somewhere much quieter on the coast.

 

Walks and Places to Visit in Argyll and Bute

There are plenty of ways to explore the region on foot. The Kintyre Way runs for around 100 miles between Tarbert and Machrihanish, passing beaches, woodland, fishing villages and stretches of the peninsula’s Atlantic coast. Bute has the 25-mile West Island Way, while the Loch Lomond and Cowal Way provides another long-distance route on the mainland.

There are also plenty of places to visit without committing to a long walk. Around Oban you can visit McCaig’s Tower and Dunollie Castle, while elsewhere in the region you’ll find historic sites, gardens, castles and small coastal communities.

Argyll and Bute Cottages by Type

Argyll and Bute large group holiday homes by the sea

Large Group

Planning a coastal escape in Argyll and Bute with friends or family? Explore spacious cottages by the sea for large group getaways.
Argyll and Bute hot tub holiday homes by the sea

Hot Tub

Unwind in a hot tub with sea views. Browse our coastal cottages with hot tubs in Argyll and Bute for the ultimate beachside retreat.
Argyll and Bute dog friendly holiday homes by the sea

Dog Friendly

Discover dog friendly cottages by the sea in Argyll and Bute, perfect for coastal walks and salty-air adventures with your four-legged friend.

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