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Tayvallich, Argyll and Bute
A detached bungalow for four above the yacht anchorage at Tayvallich on Loch Sween, with an open fire, an enclosed garden and two small dogs welcome.
Tayvallich curls around its anchorage at the top of Loch Sween, and Anchorage View looks down on the lot: yachts swinging on their moorings, wooded shore opposite, otters if you are patient. The bungalow above the view takes two small dogs and a family of four, a dog friendly base in one of Argyll's quietest corners.
The lounge holds the open fire and the best of the loch, with a dining room and kitchen behind it and two bedrooms off the hall, a double with loch views and a twin. The garden is enclosed, with a patio set for the sunsets this coast specialises in, and a shed that swallows bikes and boat kit. Worth knowing with an older dog: a few small steps lead into the house and a steep ramp runs to the patio.
It suits a slow week. Coffee while the masts tick in the bay, a swim for the brave, books by the fire, and a small dog working the tideline twice a day like a job. Tayvallich moves at sailing pace, and after a day or two so do you.
Port Ban's white shell sand is 1.6 miles away, the forest tracks around Loch Sween start at the village, and Knapdale Forest, where beavers first came back to Scotland, is close enough for an afternoon. Deer, seals and otters are all regulars here, so a dog with a strong prey drive will find the lead earning its keep.
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from £502 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed Garden | Shed provided that can be used for bike storage | Private parking | There are a number of steps to access the house and there is an incline from the parking area | Please note that l
- Sleeps
- 4 guests
- Rooms
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £502 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking, Wifi
Anchorage View from £502 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Anchorage View dog friendly?
Yes, Anchorage View welcomes up to two small dogs. It's a great base for exploring this quiet corner of Argyll, with an enclosed garden for safe off-lead time and the Loch Sween tideline on the doorstep for twice-daily walks.
Are dogs allowed at Anchorage View year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the property directly to confirm availability for your dates. Given its nature as a self-catering bungalow in a rural setting, it's well set up for dogs whatever the season.
What should I know before visiting Anchorage View with my dog?
There are a few small steps leading into the house and a steep ramp down to the patio, so it's worth bearing in mind if you have an older or less mobile dog. The surrounding area is rich in wildlife — deer, seals and otters are all regular sightings — so a dog with a strong prey drive will likely need to be kept on the lead for much of the time.
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Anchorage View from £502 for 7 nights
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